After speaking with the weather gods, we are making the leap to May 3, 2025 for the Archipelago Ride!
The Full Route will take you on an adventure from east to west to continue our explorations of the islands of open space between Poway and Sorrento Valley. We can tell you there will be plenty of miles (around 45), plenty of smiles and plenty of climbing (over 5K)!
The Half Arch will remain similar to 2024 starting at Sundevil Way with a lap around Black Mountain then west to Penasquitos Canyon.
Both routes will permit ebikes (class 1 and 2).
Registration will open in mid-January with members only, discounted pricing and then will open to the public.
We are proud to have Gravity Heights return in 2025 as our host for the Finish Line Luau. Gravity Heights location offers ample parking for the epic parking lot Finish Line Luau held on top of the parking garage adjacent to the brewery & restaurant. When you roll in from the epic ride you will be greeted with fun, food, vendors, friends and amazing Gravity Heights brews! Families, friends and cheering squads are invited to join in the fun!
Stay tuned for details as we get closer and SAVE THE DATE!
Get ready for an east to west, ~45 mile adventure starting at Sycamore Canyon/Goodan Ranch down Beeler Canyon Trail. Then get ready for a rollicking and rolling trek through the "Poway Alps" continuing west along the Trans-County Trail. A hefty climb up to a suburban adventure (follow all RULES OF THE ROAD) through Rancho Penasquitos to Sun Devil Way! Then get ready to mingle with the chunk and flow of Black Mountain, Doug Hill, and west onto Penasquitos Canyon. Finally, you will be lured by the pull of Gravity Heights once you conquer the Lopez Canyon Climb! Total elevation gain: 4500+ feet and 4 aid stations to keep you fueled and happy!
This route is very challenging with plenty of sustained and punchy climbs as well as rugged terrain; suitable for solid advanced-intermediate and advanced riders. Get those miles in now!
Electric MTB's (class 1 and 2) are permitted on the Full Arch Route
Full Arch Route
on Ride with GPS
Routes Subject to change (updated 2024-03-02)
A "pint-sized" version of the classic Full Arch covering approximately 23 miles and over 2100 feet of elevation gain starting at Sun Devil Way at Black Mountain Open Space Park, hitting up 2 fully stocked aid stations and on to the Finish Line Luau at Gravity Heights. following along the traditional Full Arch Route. Check in 8:15 -9:15 a.m. Start Window: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
This is still a challenging ride with plenty of climbing and rugged terrain; suitable for solid intermediate and advanced riders.
Electric MTB’s (class 1 and 2) are permitted on the Half Arch route.
$160 Non-Member Event Registration Fee
$120 SDMBA Members Discounted Event Registration Fee
* Not a current member and want to get the discount?
You can sign up as a member during registration (basic annual membership is only $49! Then you will automatically get the $40 discount for this event!
Registration questions? eventregistration@SDMBA.com
There is NO Day of Event Registration. There are NO refunds.
What if you rode the Arch and didn’t have an awesome T-Shirt or Jersey to prove it?
Jerseys and Tshirts will feature a gorgeous design from local artist David Lozeau. We’re happy to offer an awesome keepsake shirt you can wear with pride to show how you rolled.
Jerseys by Q Cyclewear are available for pre-order until April 13 and will be sent directly to you. A portion of the proceeds from jersey sales come back to SDMBA!
Tshirts are available for pre-order during the registration process until April 13. Pre-ordered tshirts can be picked up at the Finish Line Luau!
There will be a limited number of tshirts and jerseys for sale at the Finish Line Luau until they sell out!
It takes a tiki village to run this event. If you would like to volunteer to join the tribe, contact volunteer@sdmba.com
If you have other creative ways to support this event or want to reserve vendor space at the finish venue, contact sponsorship@sdmba.com
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Contact: archride@sdmba.com