This ride will be another big day on a Mountain Bike adventure. The AZT Passage 4 Loop Ride will start and end at Casa Blanca Canyon TH. This will be a backcountry ride, riding counterclockwise. Distance will be about 30 miles and 2800+ ft of elevation. Avg pace may be 6 - 8. The Santa Rita's are not flat!
We'll ride Hwy 82 East for 4 miles, then turn Left onto Hog Canyon Rd for about 5 miles a lot of elevation gain. (possible hike-a-bike near end of 5 miles). Turn Left onto Gardner Canyon Rd, then turn Left again onto AZT Passage 4 Casa Blanca Canyon for the remaining 20 miles of the ride. Last 10 miles will be a fun downhill back to the Trailhead.
View Route Here:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53840157
We'll ride together, re-grouping here and there.
You will need to be self-reliant, meaning you need to make sure your bike is in good working condition, and have tools and parts for your bike, and know how to use them, to complete the ride.
At least 3 liters of water and enough food for yourself to be fueled for this ride. Bring a Bike Lite just in case we run long.
If you have not ridden this kind of ride before, this may NOT be the ride for you.
This will be a beautiful ride with amazing views, some hike-a-bike but an awesome adventure on a Mountain Bike.
Get out and explore!
WAIVER, RELEASE, AND ASSUMPTION OF RISKS
I/we hereby waive, release and discharge the Meetup group Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association (SAMBA) and its officers, ride leaders, volunteers, employees, organizers, sponsors, members, and ride participants from any and all claims for personal injury, property damage, or death resulting from my/our participation in any Southern Arizona Mountain Bike Association event.
I/we acknowledge that mountain biking is a high-risk sport. I/we realize there are certain dangers inherent in the sport of mountain biking, and I/we assume these risks with the full understanding that injuries may result from my/our participation in any event.
I intend this release to discharge the above-named from any and all liability arising from or connected in any way with my/our participation in any event, even though that liability may result from the negligence or carelessness of the above named.
I/we certify that my/our bicycle is suitable for safe use in all events, that I/we are in good physical condition, and that I/we are able to complete the event. I/we agree to wear a bicycle helmet properly adjusted and fastened and approved by SNELL or ANSI.
I/we have read this waiver and release and fully understand its terms and agree that it shall be binding on my/our heirs and assigns. I/we consent to emergency care at my own expense if injured or ill.
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