Ritiro Cycling™ welcomes you to our

Tour of California Camp, Solvang

February 18th – 23rd, 2008

Total miles and elevation for the week:
240 miles and 13300'



5 Days of 
Fine Riding, Dining, and Race Viewing


Welcome to our inaugural Tour of California Ritiro. Our base will be the Solvang Gardens Lodge (http://www.solvanggardens.com), which will provide a high level of comfort and amenities. Daily hearty continental breakfast is included and full-service restaurants are close by for a more expanded menu. The Lodge is an excellent location for rides and race viewing and their Spa Cottage is a perfect way to loosen those après-ride kinks. You’ll be literally steps from the Time Trial start/finish with the likelihood of backstage team access.

We will, of course, enjoy our favorite dining experiences at American Flatbread, The Hitching Post, and Mattie’s Tavern. Ample and friendly support will be provided on our daily rides in the Santa Ynez Valley and surrounds.

Two price levels are available: each includes 5 nights in Solvang, continental breakfast and daily guided rides with superb support and Tour of California stage viewing.

Level 1:

3 rooms available with two queen beds each, double occupancy. The package price for these rooms is $750 per rider.

Level 2:

20 rooms available with one king bed each. These rooms are available for single or double occupancy. The package price for these rooms is $1225 for one rider or $1550 for two riders. Non-riding partners/spouses are welcome at no additional charge if booking at the $1225 price level.

Non-riding local activities include: in-house Spa Cottage, wine tasting and tours, shopping, golf, hiking, horseback riding, art galleries, museums and plenty of other cultural explorations. Santa Barbara is a quick 45-minute drive from Solvang and offers even more options.

All spaces will be sold on a first come/first served basis. We reserve the right to refuse registration for any reason whatsoever. No littering or whining. You must wear a helmet on all rides. Please be prepared for rain.

Deposit: $300 per rider, with the balance to be paid 60 days prior to start of the camp. Please book using the link here; check or Paypal gladly accepted.

 



Itinerary




Monday February 18:
Arrive in Solvang, check-in, bike set up and check out ride.

  • Riding: 2:00 PM. Ballard Canyon/Happy Canyon. 34 mi. and 1400’ or other self- guided riding.
  • Dining: River Grill in Solvang
  • Evening: Socialize @ Solvang Gardens

Tuesday February 19:

  • Riding: 10:00 AM roll out. Greatest Hits including Drum, Alisos, Foxen and Ballard Canyons. 50 mi. and 3500’
  • Dining: Los Olivos
  • Evening: Socialize @ Solvang Gardens.

Wednesday February 20:

  • Riding: 9:00 AM. The incomparable Tepesquet Canyon via Ballard and Foxen Canyons. 74 miles and 4800’.
  • Dining: The Hitching Post in Buellton.
  • Evening: Socialize @ Solvang Gardens

Thursday February 21:

  • Riding: Today we ride on scenic back roads near San Luis Obispo. Caravan departs from Solvang 8:00 AM for Santa Margarita Lake. Ride Start 10:00 AM.  54 mi and 3500’. Post ride we head for San Luis Obispo to see the Tour of California race finish.
  • Dining: Your choice tonight.

Friday February 22:

  • Riding: 9:00 AM. Ride the Tour of California Time Trial course this morning and get ready for the race action starting at 11:00AM. Add an out and back on Figueroa Mtn. road for a few extra miles. 27 mi and 1000’.
  • Dining: 5:00 PM at American Flatbread www.americanflatbread.com in Los Alamos. Our very own gourmet pizza restaurant serving delicious handcrafted, wood fired pizza along with the best locally made beers and wines.

Saturday February 23:

Departure Day: Many options include;

  • Pack up early and head to Santa Barbara to see the race start.
  • Ride around the Solvang area before check out time.
  • Stay another day and ride to Jalama Beach. 72 mi and 5800’.



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