2010 Shasta Summit Century Bike Ride Big Success, 2011 Version Already Being Planned

What kind of person rides their bike 140 miles – up and down four summits – then immediately registers to do it all again the next year?

If you were at the start/finish of The 2010 Shasta Summit Century bike ride, you’d know the answer.

The 2010 edition of the popular Siskiyou County bicycle ride came off under ideal conditions; more than 670 riders challenged themselves on the ride’s four courses (140 miles, 100 miles, 60 miles and 30 miles) – the hardest of which climbs more than three vertical miles.

Ride Director Tom Chandler said “it was the most successful Summit Century ever.”

“We had no real issues on the road, the weather was perfect, and the 670 riders helped us raise a record amount of money – which we grant to local youth sports teams that need a hand.”

The riders were equally enthusiastic about the ride, at least if this post-ride email is any indication:

I wanted to let you know I had a fantastic time at my 1st Mt. Shasta Summit Century! My girlfriend and I did 100 miles, another girlfriend did 60, my husband did 72, and all of us were very happy with the routes, the food, and the support! The friendly, happy, helpful volunteers were the best! We will definitely be back next year! Thanks for a great experience,” Read more »

Video: Mountain Biking Mount Shasta (The Weather Station)

Mountain biking in Siskiyou County continues to grow in popularity – especially the downhill runs of Mount Shasta.

This video does an excellent job of capturing the speed and excitement – but don’t think mountain biking up here is all high-speed descents.

Plenty of singletrack and dirt fire/logging roads offer challenging climbs, stunning views, and plenty of solitude for those riding cross country style mountain bikes. Whatever you ride, enjoy!