Humboldt Hopper
June 5th
99 miles 11,600 ft (Pavé/Gravel) Hopper-duro w/ 2 Timed Segments
Old Caz is the quintessential Hopper. With three dirt climbs and descents, an eclectic patchwork of Sonoma County ribbon roads and a creek crossing,Old Caz is the epitome of adventure riding.
Ride Details
This will be the Series Finale for G.A.S. 2022 and not to be missed. The timing format will be 2 epic segments. This means there will be plenty of time to shred and equal time to enjoy the spectacular course and hang with friends in between efforts. Best ride ever? Just might be.
Humboldt Hopper
Feels like coming home. Though I only spent 4 years living in Humboldt I’ve been returning to ride for the last 30 years. It’s among the majestic Old Growth redwoods, the rolling ridges and remote coastline that I first learned the joy of turning myself inside out in search of adventure. There are two sections of dirt and a little-known seasonal crossing of the Eel River. Atop Bear Ridge/Monument Road you will be treated to epic views of the mouth of the Eel River and the Pacific Ocean. If the Unknown Coast is still unknown to you, you are in for a treat. With two timed sections this will be a perfect finale to the Hopper Series 2022. It will be hard enough to be dubbed a “ProperHopper” but we’ll build in great feed zones and riders will have a chance to regroup, enjoy the beautiful scenery and cruise with their friends. To top it all off, our staging and after party/podium will be next to the Eel River on Dyerville Bar where we can swim, enjoy lunch and a cold beverage, and swap stories from the day’s adventure.
What to Ride?:
The idea set up is either a road or gravel bike with 30-38 c slicks. Bigger is not always better and side knobs are not essential. The two dirt sections can be challenging if things are loose and dry, but the majority of the day is on pavement.
“Rest Stops”
Aid Station #1: Mile 37
Aid Station #2: Mile 67.5
Categories
Grasshoppers have always been about adventure, exploration and pushing your limits. All Hopper routes are open and riders must obey all traffic laws and rules. See RULES OF ENGAGEMENT
Prizes: Cash prizes for top 3 male/female.
Podium: We will have a podium for Top 3 M/F/Open Gender (ALL age groups.)
Registration: $125. (Increase in $ is due to cost of permits and support in this remote area)
Camping:
If you don’t have camping yet, try the Humboldt Fairgrounds in Ferndale. Please DO NOT camp in the parking area for the event. All riders must camp in designated camping areas as per our permit with Humboldt Redwoods State Park.
Schedule
7:00 Reg opens
8:30 Staging
9:00 AM Start
You are welcome to start early. The first Segment will open at 9:30 am and Feedzone #1 will be ready by 10:00.
Here is the rider email with all the essential detail about the day.
Online reg is closed but there IS day of reg.
Transfers: $10 ALL transfers. Use BikeReg
Whatcha’ get
- A crazy hard, super fun adventure with 350 of your closest cycling buddies!
- Two nutrition feed zones. Plus other goodies
- Awesome prizes at the finish from our generous sponsors
- Event timing
- Registration Packet : Guayaki Organic Energy, Osmo hydration,
- Emergency Medical Support en route
- Cold Guayaki, malted beverages, snacks at finish
- Lunch
- Unforgettable stories of adventure!
Register now
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