By SDCN Editor
San Diego, CA–Bike the Coast will host nearly two thousand riders along Highway 101 and surrounding communities on Nov. 2.
The event offers multiple distances, allowing all experience levels to take part in the scenic tour of some of Southern California’s historic beach towns. All participants will wrap up their rides at the Oceanside Pier for the Bike the Coast Finish Festival.
Bike the Coast offers five distances for participants: the 7 and 15-mile Family Rides, 25 miles, 50 miles, and 100 miles. Participants of the 25, 50, and 100-mile rides will have the opportunity to ride through multiple beach towns including Oceanside, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Solana Beach, and Del Mar. Those participating in the 7 and 15-mile courses will ride on the San Luis Rey River Trail. All courses showcase some of Southern California’s most scenic areas, creating an ideal way for locals and visitors to tour the area on a leisurely bike ride or while working out.
Dine O’side, Bike the Coast’s finish festival, will take place at the Oceanside Pier, and feature local food and drinks, live rock music performed by Gone Blonde Band, and a beer garden hosted by BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse and Presented by Ride MS. All proceeds from the Beer Garden benefit Ride MS, San Diego.
“We’re so excited to be bringing back Bike the Coast this year. It really is an event for everyone, with courses for the more experienced riders and routes that are fit for the whole family,” said Mike Bone, President and CEO of Spectrum Sports Management, which produces Bike The Coast. “On top of putting together a great bike ride for our participants, we also really focus on our post-race Finish Festival to ensure that riders have a great place to cool down and enjoy themselves after touring our beautiful area.”
Bike the Coast will benefit the National MS Society. The nonprofit organization funds cutting-edge research for a cure, and drives change through advocacy, and provides programs and services to help people affected by MS live their best lives.
The event allows riders to leisurely explore the local area and does not time the event. All riders must follow the rules of the road while following the course.
According to the law, Class 1 and 2 e-bikes are permitted to access bike paths, protected bike lanes, and designated bike routes. However, Class 3 e-bikes are prohibited by law from using bike paths or protected lanes and are not allowed on these designated ride routes.
For more information on Bike the Coast, visit www.BikeTheCoastSD.com.
