Event: High Country
Date / Time
Start Date: Saturday, August 16, 2014
Registration Closes: Wednesday, August 13, 2014 @23:59:59
Distance: 125 miles
Start Time: 06:00
There will be a mass start at 6 AM and announcements and time for questions at 5:45 AM. Note: Arizona does not observe Daylight Savings Time, and stays on Mountain Standard Time year-round. For example, in the summer months, during Daylight Savings Time, the time in Arizona and California is the same; Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico are one hour ahead.
Time Limit: 13.5 hours
Sunrise: 5:42 AM
Sunset: 7:06 PM
Cost: $20
RUSA sanctioned.
WAIVER NOTE: You will be automatically directed to the online waiver during registration. The online waiver may also be found at tinyurl.com/AZBrevetWaiver.
REGISTRATION NOTE:
Once you are registered for a ride, you will see your name in the Registered Riders tab. It may take a day or so for it to appear. Registered riders WILL be sent a "Last Minute Notes" email the day after registration closes, normally the Thursday before the ride. This will highlight any route updates, construction, etc. that needs to be communicated. If you do not receive it, please let me know. Also, check your spam folder for the email.
RIDE VERIFICATION:
These events are sanctioned by Randonneurs USA (RUSA) and will be verified using approved RUSA methods. Click HERE to see the details of available options for AZ Radonneurs' events.
Ride Description
This route is one large loop starting and ending in Show Low, AZ. The loop passes through rolling grassland to the Springerville/Eager area, after which it enters the White Mountain lake country with a stop at Big Lake, and then returns to Show Low.
Leaving Show Low and heading for Springerville, AZ. Photo courtesy Bruce Chandler.
Start Location
Location: Safeway in Show Low
Address: 900 W. Deuce of Clubs, Show Low, AZ
Directions: Safeway is just north of the intersection of routes 260 and US 60, and just south of the Days Inn where we used to meet.
Route Information
View RWGPS online map here
Elevation profile:
5,380 feet of climbing. Highest point on the route is 9, 500 feet above sea level.
Cue sheets may be downloaded.
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Rider Info
Lights: Optional. However, if you're still riding after sunset, you need lights as required by law
The first store you are likely to encounter is about 47 miles into the ride. After that, there are services every 25-40 miles. You'll find services in Springerville, Eager, Big Lake, Hon Dah Casino, and Pine. A hydration system is highly recommended.
Registered Riders
19 Registered Riders.
| Rider Name | RUSA # | City | State/Prov |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Altemus | 4464 | Tucson | AZ |
| Kevin Arps | 3611 | Phoenix | AZ |
| Steve Atkins | 3359 | Tempe | AZ |
| Steve Brass | 9283 | Scottsdale | AZ |
| Julie Brass | 9284 | Scottsdale | AZ |
| Jan Cesnek | 10270 | Phoenix | AZ |
| Russell Cummings | 5815 | Prescott | AZ |
| Gerry Goode | 60 | Tucson | AZ |
| Garlen Gudinas | Glendale | AZ | |
| Deven Gudinas | Peoria | AZ | |
| John Ingold | 3065 | Flagstaff | AZ |
| Robert Larson | 9945 | Phoenix | AZ |
| Guy McArthur | Tucson | AZ | |
| Roger Peskett | 3726 | Tucson | AZ |
| Patrick Rinckey | 9303 | Tucson | AZ |
| Kurt Smith | 6398 | Gilbert | AZ |
| Carlton van Leuven | 4713 | Chandler | AZ |
| Peter Vlad | Tempe | AZ | |
| Lee Wilkening | 10293 | Phoenix | AZ |
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