ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION

The award-winning California Coast Classic Bike Tour is an 8-day, fully supported 525-mile ride that raises awareness and support for the nearly 60 million Americans living with arthritis. This annual boutique tour along California's iconic Highway 1 is fully supported at your own pace, e-bike friendly, and open to beginners, as well as experienced riders.

Join 250 cyclists who are championing the fight to conquer arthritis as they ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles, enjoying seaside farms, redwood forests, coastal towns, and wine country, while exploring the spectacular scenery of Monterey, Big Sur, Morro Bay, Solvang, Ventura and more during the best time of year.

• Day 0 - Friday, September 20 from 1:00 6:00 p.m. - San Francisco packet pick-up at host hotel
• Day 1 - Saturday, September 21: San Francisco to  Santa Cruz
  READY...SET...PEDAL! Cyclists begin in San Francisco, into the tiny town of Davenport (stop for a sandwich or pie!) and catch a tailwind into Santa Cruz, completing a total of 85 miles and 5100 feet of elevation.
• Day 2 - Sunday, September 22: Santa Cruz to Monterey
  This leg of the tour measures 51 miles/2000 feet and takes you through the dramatic landscape of the California countryside, into Cannery Row before resting for the night in picturesque Monterey. 
• Day 3 - Monday, September 23: Monterey to Big Sur
  Say goodbye to Monterey and head south. A short 47 miles/2800 feet will bring you into a spectacular landscape of Big Sur forest and incredible vistas.  Stick your feet in the river at the River Inn just two miles before camp! 
• Day 4 - Tuesday, September 24: Big Sur to Cambria
  As you wind your way through the scented forests of Big Sur, you will continue into the bike friendly community of Cambria after passing the world-renowned Hearst Castle. Make sure to stop and taste the olallieberry pie. At this point, you've cycled a total of 68 miles and nearly 6100 feet over the Twin Sisters! 
• Day 5 - Wednesday, September 25: Cambria to Oceano 
  Absolutely beautiful! If the pedaling doesn't take your breath away, the scenery will! At 58 miles/1700 feet, this stage takes us along world famous shoreline through Cayucos, Morro Bay and into Pismo Beach.
• Day 6 - Thursday, September 26: Oceano to Buellton
  As you make your way through the wine country made famous by the movie Sideways, you will enjoy quiet roads and beautiful vineyards. After 66 miles and 3600 feet of incredible riding, enjoy local tastings during social hour and a fantastic dinner to celebrate your journey to date.
• Day 7 - Friday, September 27: Buellton to Ventura
  This spectacular day winds through Solvang, into Santa Barbara through Hope Ranch, then along the coast on the bike path and finishing at the beach in Ventura after 87 miles and 3400 feet.
• Day 8 - Saturday, September 28: Ventura to LA 
  Congratulations! After the final 63 miles and 1800 feet of rolling hills along the gorgeous coast into Malibu, you cross the finish line as a group in Los Angeles to fanfare and an emotional welcome.  A victory party will help you celebrate this unique trip and reflect on your outstanding achievement.