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Recognized as one of the premier cycling events in the West, the Alpine County Chamber of Commerce invites you to participate in the 30th Anniversary of the Death Ride®, while enjoying the magnificent scenery and warm hospitality of Alpine County!

This year’s ride returns riders to our infamous five pass course including:

• Monitor Pass (8,314')
• Ebbetts Pass (8,730')
• Carson Pass (8,573')

Ending at Turtle Rock Park just north of Markleeville, California, the five pass ride includes 129 miles and 15,000+ feet of lung busting climbing. You also have the option of riding one, two, three or four passes. For your safety, the first four passes will be closed at specific times to vehicular traffic.

Five pass finishers will receive a five-pass pin and be eligible to purchase an exclusive five-pass finisher jersey.

Start & Cut-Off Time:
Generally, the start-time is 5:30 am. Starting before 5:30 am requires proper lighting. Riders not planning on completing all passes please start a little later to avoid congestion. All riders must be off the course by 8:00 pm.

Road Closures:
From 5:00 am - 8:00 am, the road will be closed to traffic from the Markleeville Courthouse to the junction of Highways 89 & 4. Monitor & Ebbetts Pass will be closed to vehicular traffic starting at 5:00 am. Monitor Pass reopens to vehicular traffic at 12:00 pm. Ebbetts Pass reopens to vehicular traffic at 3:00 pm.

Safety:
Safety is the most important factor of this event. The organizers insist that you adhere to the safety information for your safety and the safety of fellow riders. While we have tried to outline the necessary information for you to have a safe ride, please remember that this event can be dangerous! Be careful, your safety is your responsibility. Ride at your own risk! Safety violators will be removed from event and future events.

• Heed the Safety Coordinator’s warnings at all times.
• Helmets are always required.
• No using earphones, iPods, MP3 players, etc.
• Aerobars are prohibited due to the excess speeds during the descents of the mountain passes.
  Riders can not control their equipment safely and will put themselves and others at risk.
• No child carriers.
• Ride single file and to the right at all times.
• Be alert and respectful to other riders.
• Control your speed on descents.
• Watch for bumpy road conditions and cattle guards.
• Be aware of vehicular traffic. Obey all traffic laws, even on closed roads. Carson/ Woodfords speed
  zones are 35mph for all vehicles.
• Carry extra tubes, a pump, etc. so you are prepared for hazards.
• Carry proper gear (water, energy food, sunscreen, etc.)
• Use proper lighting if starting the ride before daylight.
• Unexpected weather changes (cold, heat, wind, rain, hail and snow) can quickly occur so be
  prepared by having extra layers.
• Beware of unexpected wind gusts.

*The event organizers will not be held responsible for those riders who ride without the proper registration/liability forms on file when the Death Ride® takes place on Saturday, 07/10/10. This is extremely careless, dangerous and puts you and your fellow riders at great risk.

Medical Insurance:
Please check your medical insurance coverage. Medical transportation from the course is mandatory to a medical facility and can easily exceed typical insurance coverage. Many places on the course could require helicopter evacuation depending on injury.

Camping & Campfires:
Camping is available at a variety of campgrounds in Alpine County. USFS campgrounds and Turtle Rock Park are on a first come first served basis. Grover Hot Springs State Park does take reservations. Camping is prohibited outside your vehicle along state and county roads and highways - you could be cited. For further information visit AlpineCounty.com.

If you are disperse camping during the 2010 Death Ride - campfires in unimproved areas are prohibited during the summer months in Alpine County. Authorities will patrolling the camping and parking areas along the course and if you have an unauthorized campfire, you will be cited and fined. You will be putting yourself and others at risk. Please adhere to the USFS posted fire safety rules in Alpine County.

Clothing Drop-Off:
Drop-off of personal belongings will NOT be available during the 2010 Death Ride®. It is your responsibility if you leave any personal articles along the course or at any rest stop. We will not retrieve any items. We will not ship any lost and found items. The Death Ride® nor any of its affiliates are responsible for your belongings. Due to unpredictable weather we suggest you carry your personal items at all times.

Death Ride Expo:
Be sure to visit the many booths at the Death Ride® Expo. Exhibitors will provide products and services ranging from tech-support to souvenir items. The expo takes place on the Friday and Saturday of the Death Ride®.

New at Turtle Rock Park:
Come test you skills at the new 18-hole disc golf course. It’s free to play and open to all! Maps available at tee #1 by the tennis courts.

 

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