8 Early-Season Cycling Events
By Ryan Wood
Active.com
Get a memorable ride in before the summer starts. These eight events across the country offer scenery, challenge and a fun experience for all skill levels.
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Borrego Springs, California -- March 17
Get a look at the San Diego County's desert scenery (including wildflowers) with this ride that ranges from 22 to 80 miles in length. Learn More
Calhoun, Georgia - March 24
With rides of 18, 35 and 62 miles, this event benefits the Voluntary Action Center of Calhoun and takes riders through the scenic John’s Mountain Nature Preserve on paved roads. Learn More
Brevard, North Carolina - April 14
Taking riders through the mountains and valleys of both South Carolina and North Carolina, this ride offers 100K, 60K and 40K routes. That includes a challenging 6-mile climb up Ceasar's Head. Learn More
London, Kentucky – April 20
Take a trek through the scenery of Kentucky and along one of the top redbud sight-seeing routes in the state. Routes of 23, 38, 70 and 102 miles are offered. Learn More
Georgetown, Texas -- April 28
Take a ride throughout Williamson County on seven different routes ranging from 14 miles to 101 miles. Learn More
Ontario, California – April 28
Recreate the most challenging stage of the Tour of California. The 100-mile ride starts in Ontario and finishes on Mt. Baldy—almost 10,000 feet of climbing. Learn More
Venice, Florida - April 29
The Shark’s Tooth Capital of the World plays host to this event, which benefits the Livestrong Foundation. Rides of 15, 35 and 65 miles offer breathtaking scenery of the Gulf of Mexico and southwest Florida. Learn More
Hillsboro, Texas - May 5
Six routes ranging from 8-100 miles take you through Hill County on seldom-traveled farm-to-market roads. Learn More
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