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The Peak to Peak Pedal is a life-changing event, not just for the cyclists, but for those whom the ride supports. Children (and children at heart) with disabilities learn to face challenges and develop important skills through the programs of the United States Adaptive Recreation Center (USARC), programs supported by events such as the Peak to Peak Pedal.
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The 15th Annual Peak to Peak Pedal is an amazing adventure covering five days, two mountain ranges, and 335 miles. On day one, cyclists depart Mammoth Mountain for a mile-vertical descent, past towering serrated peaks, out of the pines and past shimmering gold aspens, winding down into Bishop. Day two parallels the spectacular Sierra Crest, as this flattest day eases through the bucolic hamlets of Independence and Lone Pine, past historic Manzanar to beautiful Diaz Lake. Leaving Mt. Whitney’s imposing granite flanks on the third day, cyclists head south along the Owens Valley, past ancient cinder cones, glowing yellow sage and sparkling blue lakes, and ever downward into Ridgecrest. On day four, sage becomes Joshua trees, beckoning riders onward, up a few solid climbs, past mining towns and over long flat stretches perfect for fast pacelines into Barstow. The last day crosses the desert in morning coolness, before the warm-up transit of Goat Mt. Pass, and the thrill of one last long downhill before the true crux of the ride, the arduous ascent to Big Bear, where cheers and tears (of joy) proclaim success!
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Riders and volunteers are needed to support this important ride and program. Riders must raise a minimum of $1,500 and volunteers can serve in a variety of capacities. The USARC has partnered with Acteva, a SIMPLE, FAST, SECURE and PRODUCTIVE online tool in the registration and donation process. Using Acteva, riders and volunteers can easily register, while supporters can select their rider and securely donate to him/her using a major credit card.
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The proceeds from Peak to Peak support the USARC's fantastic
Summer and Winter programs
REGISTER to Ride/Volunteer or DONATE to a rider.
CLICK HERE for more information.
You can also contact the USARC Office about this
event.
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Space is limited. Please join us for a special experience as we ride north in support of the USARC!
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