THE 34th ANNUAL
AMTRAK CENTURY
100-Mile Bicycle Ride
Saturday, September 6, 2008
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Riders return by Private Train
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| Ride Check In | Entry Fees |
| Ride Start | Entry Includes |
| Ride Finish | Baggage, Cooler & General Guidelines |
| Sag Support | Requirements |
| Description | Where to Stay |
| Hydration and Nutrition | Notes |
Irvine Transportation Center, 15215 Barranca Parkway, Irvine CA. From Santa Ana Freeway (I-5): Exit Alton Parkway East (inland) 0.4 miles to Ada, Left 0.3 miles to end. Cross Barranca into Transportation Center Parking Lot. Click here for map
Rider Check In opens 5:30 AM and closes at 7:00 AM. All riders must be checked in and started by 7:00 AM.
A photo ID and signed waiver will be required at check-in,
This is a pre-registered ride only! Registered riders must pick up packets at the check in tables before starting the ride. You can not register the day of the ride.
The Ride starts between 6:00AM and 7:00AM. There is no mass start. We recommend that you start as early as possible to assure that you make it to the train on time.
Riders starting after 7:00 will not be serviced by the sag support and may find the rest stops closed when they get there.
The ride will finish at the NE corner of Harbor and Ash in the parking lot of the San Diego County Administration Building. For those wishing to meet a rider, the parking lot can be reached using the following directions: From the 5 Southbound, take the Front Street exit turn right on Ash turn right into the parking lot. For those taking the train, the San Diego Train Station is approximately one block south on Pacific Hwy to Broadway 1/2 block to 1050 Kettner Blvd.
Riders who purchased the with train option will return by Private Train! The train will depart San Diego approximately 4:30PM and will be available to board 15 minutes prior to departure. Plan to arrive at the San Diego Depot 1 hour prior to departure to allow sufficient time to load your bike. The Train arrives in Irvine at approximately 6:25PM.
Sag vehicles will be
provided to aid riders having mechanical difficulties but please plan to be self-sufficient.
If this years Amtrak Century goes through Camp Pendleton. Bring ID.The Ride is 100 miles of flat to rolling terrain with a gentle crosswind or tailwind. This is not a race but keep it rolling and be sure to see the scenery. This ride is a great first time century ride for someone who can maintain 12 mph average for 8 hrs. The ride has 4 rest stops with lunch served in Oceanside at Buccaneer Park. Restrooms and/or Porta-Potties are available at each rest stop.
HELMETS ARE MANDATORY
Waiver/release must be signed and you must show your helmet at event registration check-in table. All roads will be open to regular vehicle traffic. Cyclists are responsible for obeying all traffic laws.
There is a limit of 700 riders who will return on the train.
There is a limit of 400 riders who will not return on the train.
All participants who are under the age of 18 will be required to be accompanied by an adult per our Liability Release Form
Notes
Park in Designated Areas Only.
Violators will be towed.
Helmets are Mandatory.
Obey All Traffic Laws.
Please be courteous.
Baggage, Cooler & General Guidelines:
A SMALL tagged luggage bag weighing less than 20 lbs that will fit under a train seat is permitted. Please do not combine or share larger bags.
A SMALL tagged cooler weighing less than 20 lbs with NO GLASS CONTAINERS is also permitted. Please do not combine or share larger bags. If your cooler does not have a locking lid/top, please tape closed.
Both items will be transported to San Diego by truck. Failure to comply with the above will result in ITEMS REMAINING IN IRVINE.
Your bicycle will be individually blanket-wrapped and transported in 48’ Trailers. Any additional protection is your option. All water bottles must be empty prior to loading on the trailers. Dump buckets are provided for your convenience.
Wash stations and changing tents will be available at the finish or you can wash in the Santa Fe Station restrooms.
The 2008 Amtrak Century is open to members only.
Ride Price Associate
Member FeeTotal
PriceRide with train return $72.00 + $6.00 $78.00 Ride without train return $42.00 + $6.00 $48.00 Late Fee Price after registration closes $10.00 T-Shirt $14.00 Jersey $53.00
Included is train fare, return transportation for your bicycle, and lunch in Oceanside and three additional food stops along the route.
Your bike will be transported back in trucks. Bikes will be individually blanket wrapped and transported.
Riders are not issued individual tickets for the train.