Frequently Asked Questions

The ride starts when the roads closed at 5am. Not a moment earlier.

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If you're planning on doing the full 103 mile course: We reccomend starting between 5am and 6am.

If you're riding a shorter version of the course: We recommend starting between 6am and 7am.

If you're only doing the Ebbetts Pass portion (3 pass option): We reccomend starting as late as 8am.  

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Don't forget your lights!

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In previous years we have had Riders disregard start times and depart early. This will not be tolerated in 2026.

Please remember:

• The roads remain open to traffic making it unsafe to ride before 5am
• There is no support on course before 5am
• Aid stations will not open before 5am
• No stamps will be given out for those seeking 'Finisher' status outside of the allocated time frame.

Ride safe, within the allocated time frame.

A 'Finisher' means a rider has completed the entire course within the allocated timeframe (5am- 6:30pm) and collected all 6 stamps at each stop. The 6th and final stamp is given at Turtle Rock Park where each rider must be checked in with thir Bib number. Once they've recieved the stamp and been checked in, Finishers can sign the Finisher Poster and recieve their Finisher Pin.

Only riders who are checked in will be sent the link via email to purchase Finisher gear from our partners at Voler.

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Ice cream for all participants will be at the finish line at Turtle Rock Park.

Since this is a tour and not a race, e-bikes will be allowed, HOWEVER:

1. NO CLASS 2 throttle E-bikes allowed. ONLY CLASS 1 and CLASS 3 pedal assist E-bike allowed.
2. Tech. support is available for non-related battery issues on E-bikes.
3. Understand that most e-bike batteries will not withstand the full course.
4. Safety is always a must, and we’ll ask you to yield to the human-powered cyclists when applicable (i.e. sharp, steep corners, crowded sections of the route, etc.)
5. E-bike riders are not eligible for the all-pass Finisher perks (jersey, pins, poster signing, etc.)

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Yes, but it’s very limited.

There is good Verizon service in the general Markleeville area, including at Turtle Rock Park.

There will be limited Wifi at Turtle Rock Park during registration.

There is limited carrier service from most providers at the Topaz Rest Stop and at the Lake Alpine Rest Stop.

The majority of the course will be out of range. EMS, HAM radio operators, SAG vehicles, and aid stations are placed throughout the course for your safety.

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Please don't hesitate to stop and ask questions or flag someone down if the need arises.

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The event runs from 5am-6:00pm PST on July 12, 2025. Highways (89 & 4) close at 5am. The Monitor Pass section (89) re-opens to vehicles at noon. The Ebbetts Pass section (4) re-opens at 4pm. Aid station cut-off times are posted on the route map, and we strongly encourage cyclists to adhere to these times, as they are designated to keep you safe. Cyclists without bibs will not be allowed on the course. Cyclists with bibs who are riding the course outside of those hours are riding at your own risk. Course hours may be subject to change.

The ride officially starts at 5:00 am with the opening ceremonies, then staggered starts at 5:15. Any rider who starts before that time realizes that 1) He/she is riding at their own risk and 2) Aid stations and pass checks may not be open when you arrive.

Please direct and public concerns with roadway to our Caltrans Customer Service website (csr.dot.ca.gov) where they can submit a customer service request ticket for any needed road repairs on State Route 4 in Alpine County.

For any general comments or concerns they can always email Caltrans District 10 at District10publicaffairs@dot.ca.gov or call our mainline at (209) 948-7543.

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