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Comments E-mail your comments and they'll be posted to this page. Hello,
This was my third century this year and by far my favorite in part because the weather was perfect. The rest stop and people on critical intersections were very much appreciated as well. One thing I do want to comment on was the lack of stickers in the last 30 miles. I and three others got lost on the left turn to Joeger from Bell Rd because we did not see the sticker telling us to turn left. Please put more stickers out especially in the later miles since cyclists tend to become farther apart from each other towards the end. Having a sticker at every intersection is helpful even if we are supposed to go straight. Then having stickers every once in a while on a long straight road would be also be good. Do you know how many people participated in the ride this year? Thanks much, Joan O'C Excellent, excellent, excellent is how I felt about the Sierra Century today. The new locale is close to home, the start/finish location at the High School was top notch, the terrain of the course was varied but not overly difficult, the rest stops were well supplied with food and drink but most of all the Sacramento Wheelmen had lots of worker bees working their tails off to make sure the needs of the riders were well taken care of. There were corner marshals through out the ride at the questionable intersections, SAG vehicles a plenty, rest stops were overflowing with workers, and on and on and on. For a new location, the Sierra Century had no short comings or glitches that I saw. I really appreciated the Law Enforcement presence in Colfax. It appeared that every intersection through town had an officer directing traffic and it was needed! Traffic was very congested and I believe that the motorists were much better behaved because of it. And I must say that the start/finish and all the rest stops were very well supplied with Porta Potties. Not once did I have to wait in line for anything today (water, food, or porta potties)...a far cry from my experience on a local Double Century across the causeway in Solano County a few weeks ago. I hope some folks from that club were taking notes today. I recommend that anyone wanting to ride this next year to get their registations in early because once word gets out about this year's ride I predict they will sell out much faster in the years to come. Steve ...I walked right up to the "A's" and the nice lady put my wrest band on and I was all ready to go. This was my first organized "Century" and the first time making any serious climbs. Making the Sierra Century the most challenging sporting event I have ever participated in. By the Grace of God He gave me good people to ride with and kept me safe! Thanks for putting on such a great event! Greg A. I rode the SC on Saturday. Loved the ride. Thought it was one best organized and sorted rides I have ridden. Really like the traffic direction support. Congrats. I saved the map for next year. Thanks, Nick T ...Thanks for organizing the ride - it was really great (except for that arduous climb into colfax!!)... Steve C I agree completely Steve. One of the
best supported rides I've been on and the course marshals were a great
idea. A couple of those turns could have easily been missed out in the
back country. A very smooth ride from beginning to end. I also think
you will see this ride fill up much quicker next year. The best part
though was going "DOWN" Baxter Grade and "DOWN" Mt Vernon on the last
portion of the ride back to the start! :-)
I agree whole heartily with Steve. This was the 5 charity ride I've done so far this season and it was by far the best! This ride is destined to be one of Northern California's premier rides. I will definitely be riding in it next year! Major kudos to the Wheelmen. Randy Agreed! The ride was great, the location was great, the support was great, and the weather was great. I could do without the "Rough Road" sections, but luckily they weren't a huge percentage of the overall ride. This was my 16 year old daughter's first organized ride and the Sac Wheelmen have set the bar high with the quality of service, supplies, and facilities. I expect she'll be disappointed with every other ride she attends. (grin) B.G. Greetings Wheelmen of Sacto, Congratulations on a fine '09 Sierra Century! I just blogged about the ride so it is currently at the top of my posts. Look forward to riding again next year. Sincerely, Carl Mindling
Thank you for a wonderfully supported ride and great route for my first century of the year. Plenty of food and support at the rest stops along with lots of clean restrooms. Definitely a plus. Only major suggestion would be the after ride food which was so-so with no options if you did not like the pasta and I needed more than salad to get me home to the Bay Area. Thanks,
Tom
Thank you for putting on a really nice ride. Although, I was partial to the old Plymouth course, (did that one many times) this one was good. Please pass along a "thank you" to all your volunteers - I know it's a committment to put on an event like this. The food was great and I like that you provide the "breakfast" beforehand - always nice. Gail H Where do I find the pictures? I rode the 100 miles. Great Century the organizers treated us great. Only feedback. the post ride dinner did not meet expectation. Ed Hi, just a note to tell you what a great ride I had yesterday. This was my 4th Sierra - Slug Gulch, Hale Rd, and Calaveras (I didn't ride last year because I didn't care for the Calaveras route). This one was the best! I loved the route and hope you do it again next year. The food and your volunteers were great as always. I'll be retiring in the next few years and plan on moving up your way and plan to join the club. Thanks again, Jan VW On behalf of Team Revolutions, I just want to thank all of the people involved putting on a wonderful century.
Thank you!
John N.
I enjoyed my ride once again with you guys. Great job on the event. I have next year's date on my calendar. John D. First of all, I want to thank you and all the Wheelmen for putting on a really great ride. Although there are numerous dimensions that may define a ride, I have to say that when I didn't have to wait in line (even at the first rest stop) for a porta-potty, I knew this ride definitely was off to a good start! The road markings were excellent, & supplemented at critical junctures by guides. SAG vehicles were numerous and visible -- although I didn't need one. Rest stops were well-spaced, well-stocked, and manned by cheerful, attendant volunteers. Congratulations on a successful outcome from many months of diligent planning and hard work by legions of volunteers. A request for the Wheelmen to consider in the future: I personally would welcome having a patch available, even if it cost a couple of extra bucks. Also, the pin for climbing Slug Gulch is passe -- as is the bottle for doing the extra miles and climbing of the "Challenge" route. But maybe the next ride director(s) could consider the value of making some memento(es) available. Thank you for your continuing attention to the details -- It's what made my overall ride experience (and that of many others if the Bike Hikers email list is an indicator) a really good one. Dave No vegetarian alternative pasta!! Rest stop on 40/58 route running out of food for we slower riders. Almost a perfect day but what a total bummer to find out there was no meatless meal option at the end. Major bummer and gaffe that spoiled an otherwise great day of riding. Please tell me it was a just a mix up. Kevin I
have to say I was disappointed in this year's ride. The course was not
as scenic or, more importantly, challenging as previous
years. It used to be that: "if you could do the Sierra Century,
then you were ready for the Death Ride." The same could not be said of
the new route.
The
people of Rocklin/ Lincoln were not what I would call bike friendly. I
have never been yelled at, cursed at, flipped off, honked at (for the
expressed purpose of scaring the daylights out of you), or
otherwise harassed by drivers at any other ride... ever. This was
probably the most disappointing and unfortunate aspect of the ride.
The
ride was brilliantly organized, however. My hats off to the Sac
Wheelmen for their hard work. The course was well staffed, the
volunteers were top notch, the course well marked, and there were
plenty of porta-potties.
I hope that the ride will eventually return to Calaveras County and the Sierra foothills. If the route stays the same, I will have to think about whether or not I will ride again next year, Respectfully,
Jay Pothier
Chico, Ca
It was a great day! Thank you to all the volunteers! J. Martin What a fabulous ride! I had never completed an organized 100 and picked a great one to try for the first time. I was so impressed with the route. Your aid stations were well staffed and the vounteers so friendly and supportive throughout the entire event. I also met some incredible riders along the way. Thank you,
Sherri S.
Hi All, Thank you for arranging the registration transfer...I really enjoyed my ride on Saturday! it was a wonderful service to be able to do this transfer thing and I know it was a lot of extra work for you as ride directors! I
want to let you know how much I enjoyed being able to participate in
the ride and what a great day I and my girlfriends had!
the
route was delightful and a real eyeopener as to the beauty that lies so
close to the highway I buzz through on going somewhere else a couple
times a year. It was a delightful day and thanks to you and all the
other volunteers for making it happen.
Thanks again,
Anita
Nathan H. wrote: What a great ride. Kudos to you all at the Wheelmen!!
Thank
you for a great inaugural Rocklin-based event. I rode the century and
had a great time. Per usual, your support and rest stops were superb.
While I dearly miss Slug Gulch or Just
wanted to say thank you for all the hard work that went into this years
Sierra Century. What a perfect ride. Everything was excellent and we
were blessed with some great weather too.... I'm happy with the route
choice. Fantastic roads and courteous residents and drivers made for a
great day in the saddle. Hello,
I
just wanted to say thanks for a great event. I loved the route (I live
in Auburn) so I was familiar with most of it :) the rest stops were
well stocked with a nice variety of foods.
The volunteers were very nice and helpful. I appreciate the effort put into running such an event. Well Done!
Thanks again
Sincerely
Jay R. Hi
there, First of all, I would like to thank you for, quite
possibly, my best experience in doing a century ride!!!!! I did
the 100 and I have to say, I was sooooooooooooo pleased with
everything:
The
rest stops were incredibly well stocked with healthy food, and more
than enough friendly staff and volunteers. The route was well
marked out with staff helping to give directions. We NEVER had to guess
or think about which way to go. Everyone on your staff was so
very friendly. We had the best time and we were really just awe
struck with the support and organization and ALL the food!!
:) Thank you for making the ride such a great experience!
.....Thank you,
Steve K.
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