MAJOR TAYLOR WINTER CAMP – TUCSON AZ
DESCRIPTION
There is no better way to kick off the cycling season than a warm base camp
Tuscon AZ is one of the best bicycling cities in the country. We will be riding its iconic routes to prepare for the cycling season. This is an unmanaged excursion. Think of it as going on group rides with no leader (or everyone is a leader) while on vacation. For the most part, rides are straightforward. There are shorter ride options. The goal is to get in some base miles and enjoy the sun. It is important NOT to go hard every ride. Monday’s climb up Mt Lemmon will be the big challenge of the week.
Want more information? Check out the
2019 Winter Basecamp Ride Report.
The remaining rides will be at a suitable pace to build miles without going into the red. Riders have the option to ride at their speed or chose alternate routes.
At some point, we will all meet for dinner and maybe have a party. The last planned ride is on Thursday. This gives folks the opportunity to see the Grand Canyon, MTB Sedona, or chill in Phoenix before returning to work.
RIDE ITINERARY THIS IS NOT FINAL
This is the ride plan. Note: it is not in stone and is subject to change. Shorter options are available. See the Ride with GPS event for more details, routes, and cue sheets. gpx, etc.
2025 Routes
WEDNESDAY
Arrive and set up the bike for Thursday ‘s ride. There may be a short Shakeout ride in the afternoon to test the equipment.
THURSDAY
Ride: Picture Rock
Start Time: 10:00 am
Start Location:
Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29537503
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
Ride: Shotout!
Start Time: 7:00 am SHARP! Be there by 6:15
Start Location:
University of Arizona Mall on University between Park and Euclid
The Shootout is one of the best group bike rides in the country according to Bicycling Magazine. During the winter months, big-name professional cyclist and triathletes from all over the world ride the Shootout for their fast tempo training and leg speed. It is a great ride to get back in shape fast!
For more information including routes Shootout group ride on Saturday morning.
SUNDAY
Recovery/Spa Day off the bike or easy ride / Site seeing/spa day
MONDAY
Ride: Mt. Lemmon
Start Time: 10:00 am
Start Location:
Le Buzz Coffee Shop, 9121 E Tanque Verde Rd, Tucson, AZ 85749
https://goo.gl/maps/pvY1UPp158D2
TUESDAY
Ride: East Side Ride
Start Time: 10:00 am
Start Location:
TBD
WEDNESDAY
Home or head to Sedona or Grand Canyon, whatever, your call.
Non-cycling things to do in Tuscon https://www.desertmuseum.org/
PHILLY MTCC RIDE RULES
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