Supporting the youth of Cambria is what this ride is all about. Since its in 2001, this has been a volunteer-driven event, with proceeds benefiting Cambria teens through the support of a teen community center. The tradition continues with this year's ride, in partnership with the San Luis Obispo County YMCA - which operates and coordinates programming for the Cambria Teen Center. The volunteers and heart of this event are about helping kids in Cambria. Please join us in building strong kids for our community.
About This Ride:
This ride offers a great day of cycling fun along some of the most scenic coastline and hills in California. Beat the heat and enjoy the cool air and great scenery of the California Central Coast. Registration includes well-stocked rest stops, experienced SAG, delicious BBQ, and raffle ticket.
Enjoy any of three great rides (Click for more info):
The History of the Gene Cerise Memorial
Country Coast Classic Bike Ride
Gene Cerise was an avid cyclist and youth enthusiast, who loved
Cambria and the Central Coast. In 2001 he organized the first “Country Coast Classic Bike Ride” as a fund-raiser for the Cambria Youth Center. Gene succumbed to leukemia in 2004 but his legacy continues. A team
of committed volunteers are now at work planning for the 10th annual Gene Cerise Memorial Country Coast Classic Bike Ride in support of the youth of Cambria through support of the San Luis Obispo County YMCA Cambria Teen Center. See you there!
YMCA Cambria Teen Center
The YMCA operates a drop-in after-school & Saturday program for teenagers, grades
6th through High School, in the Cambria area during the school year, and throughout the summer. Teens, grades 6th through High School, may use this Center for no cost. The Teen Center is funded by many local charity non-profit agencies and events (i.e. Lions Club, Country Coast Classic Bike Ride, Cambria Mayor's Race, & Rotary Club). The YMCA administers the program and provides professionally trained staff to work with the teenagers. The YMCA’s staff are all professionally trained and certified in basic and pediatric CPR and First Aid. Additionally each undergoes a background fingerprint check through the advanced state Livescan system. The Teen Center is located at 870 Main Street.
2010 Country Coast Classic Bike Ride Goal
Our goal is that this ride will raise $20,000 to support the Cambria Teen Center after event expenses. All proceeds, after event expenses, will go to support the Center.
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Ride Details:
Century (100 mile ride)
A challenging ride into the wine country and then up the north coast, the Country Coast Classic Century is for experienced riders who are confident of their conditioning. The ride leaves Cambria at sea level heading south on Highway 1, and then proceeds east on Highway 46 into the Paso Robles/Templeton wine country. The eastbound ride on Highway 46 includes a climb to a 1762 foot summit, with most of the climb occurring in the last 5 miles of 6% gradient. Once over the top, the riders lose about 1,000 feet of elevation before leaving Highway 46 for a 10 mile loop on quiet 2 lane roads in the wine country (climbing again about 1,300 feet). Then it’s back down 900 feet over Highway 46, including 5 miles of uninterrupted downhill, and back to Cambria for lunch. There are two rest stops along this route.
After lunch, the riders head north on Highway 1, past San Simeon, Hearst Castle and the elephant seal rookery to a turnaround at Ragged Point. Then it’s back to Cambria, usually with a fair breeze at your back, for the barbecue. There are also two rest stops along this route. The Hwy 1 portion of the ride is just lots of rollers, with a bit of a climb to Ragged Point, the northern most point on the ride.
This is an intermediate ride along the north coast with unparalleled views and a bit of a challenging climb at the half way point. Riders leave Cambria heading north on Highway 1 past San Simeon, Hearst castle and the elephant seal rookery. There is a rest stop just north of the rookery. Riders proceed north to a second rest stop and turnaround point at Ragged Point. There is a moderate climb for the last mile of the northbound ride, which, of course, becomes a nice downhill run after turning south for the
This is a great option for families with kids, or those who haven’t been on the bike since the previous summer. The ride is fun, short and sweet, with no big climbs to worry about. There are some ups and downs, but this isn’t Kansas Auntie Em! If your goal is 25 to 30 miles, then head north on Highway 1 to a turnaround at the elephant seal rookery rest stop. If 15 miles seems enough for one day, then head north on Highway 1 to a turnaround at Hearst Castle. Either way, the view is magnificent, and the
Registration form must be received by 4:00 p.m., June 16th
Late Registration Download & Fax (Must be Received By 4:00 p.m. June 24). BBQ meal cannot be guaranteed, although we will endeavor to provide you the same delicious meal as those who registered early. T-Shirts are available for order and will be mailed following the event. Only Credit Cards Accepted for faxed registrations. Cash and checks accepted with registration the day of the event. Fax to (805) 543-6202 or (805) 540-5599.
Register The Evening Prior To The Event - You can register the evening before the event at the Cambria Teen Center (870 Main Street) from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Credit cards, checks or cash accepted. BBQ meal cannot be guaranteed, although we will endeavor to provide you the same delicious meal as those who registered early. T-Shirts are available for order and will be mailed following the event.
Register The Day Of The Event - You can register day of the event at the Shamel Park. Registration will begin at 6:30 am for Century Riders, 7:15 am for 1/2 Century Riders and 9 am for Short Riders. Credit cards, checks or cash accepted. BBQ meal cannot be guaranteed, although we will endeavor to provide you the same delicious meal as those who registered early.
Specially Designed Event T-Shirts may available at the ride or can be ordered on the day of the race for an additional charge, ask during registration. These long-sleeve colored shirts will carry a special ride design on back. Adult sizes only. Art design generously donated by LOUDesign.
Post-ride barbecue with salmon, chicken or great vegetarian offering, delicious salads, dessert and all the fixings. BBQ cannot be guaranteed with late registration.
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