It's always a party when the Bike Hikers are hosts to their annual metric century, and this year promises to be no different, as organizers have already seen record numbers of registrants for the annual Party Pardee. Science fiction will be the theme when the rolling regatta blasts off Saturday from Howard Park in Ione, with registrants enjoying a post-ride meal and music by Mumbo Gumbo following their rides of either 65 or 26 miles.
Parking is free but limited, so carpooling is encouraged.
Riders on the 100K route will find a lot of rolling hills as they pass through the countryside around Ione, Lake Camanche and Pardee Reservoir. The similarly scenic 50K route has less climbing. There will be rest stops along the route and SAG vehicles on the road. Let us hear from you.