Best Side Summits 2024

Details:
September 21, 2024
Lewis Creek Picnic Shelters (5702 Lakemont BLVD SE Bellevue, WA 98006)
Meet at 10:00 AM
Sign Up Link (Form is also directly below) 

Description:
If you watch my channel, you'll know that my guilty pleasure in cycling is hills of the steepest variety.  This is the 3rd edition of the annual social group ride event in which I'd like to share that joy with you.  Best Side Summits is a condense South Bellevue / Issaquah route basically containing all of my favorite segments in the area. The idea is to encourage everyone to get up and over each (or as much as you'd like) of these hills as a rolling parade.

This year will feature two routes (and groups): one of them with an easier route and pacing to accomodate more riders. There will be a rest-stop thru the event (same spot as the starting/finish point) with snacks, water and refreshments for all the participants. The event will end with me leading us all up to ride the famous "Zoo Hill" climb to cap off the ride.

The ride will start and end at Lewis Creek Picnic Shelters. If you're driving, park at the adjacent lot at the Lewis Creek Visitor Center. The ride is free to join and self-supported (you are responsible for your own safety and incase of mechanicals) so please come prepared with everything you would need riding solo.

Please sign up for the event if you  plan to come and contact me if your RSVP changes! Donations on the day of would be appreciated to cover the costs of the venue and the refreshments. If you are coming, please sign up using the linked Google form below so I have a rough headcount and can send out any updates if needed.

Safety Notes:
You are responsible for your own safety and support on the ride. You have well-tested brakes, are comfortable cycling around others and descending steep hills in a controlled way. The ride will have a different route in case of wet weather or slick roads.

Route Details and Link:
This route has been personally crafted by yours truly to create the best experience for you. There are many hills on the route which are "skippable" and you can always return to Lewis Creek Picnic Shelters. Please load the route into your bike computer ahead of time anyway to help smooth things on the day of!

Two Options:

Main:
30 Miles with 4500 Feet
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47830187
Shorter:
21 Miles with 3000 Feet
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47977540

Feel free to reach out to me at hanoch@bestsidecycling.com if you have any questions about the ride. Watch the YouTube link below for vibes of the ride!

Segment/Hills List:
China Creek Straight Up
Newcastle Golf Course Climb
Meadow Wood Park Wall
West Summit Climb
Summit Climb 
Somerset Complete  
49th St to Hilltop  
Ay Mamacita  
Zoo Hill Climb

P.S If you are feeling super adventurous and want my recommendation for full-day of climbing including the Issaquah Alps check out the Best Side Cycling: Ultimate Edition Route with 61 miles and 9600' of climbing. This is truly the "best" of the whole area!