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2023 Archipelago Ride
5/6/2023
6:30 AM - 3:00 PM PST

Event Description


SOLD OUT!  Thanks for everyone for another sell out year! 

2023 SDMBA Archipelago Ride - 15 Years Strong!

Get ready for the 15th edition of this southern California off-road classic! Get in the luau state of mind and start putting down miles to train for the SDMBA Archipelago Ride, our signature springtime event.

Why is it called the Archipelago Ride? Affectionately known as the “Arch Ride”, this adventure attempts to keep the dream of trail connectivity alive by linking the "islands" of open space together from La Costa Preserve and Elfin Forest in the north to Black Mountain Open Space Park and Penasquitos Canyon Preserve to the south for the full route. The Half Arch route begins at Sundevil Way at Black Mountain Open Space Park and continues up, over & around linking to Penasquitos and onto the Finish Line Luau. Either route is a guaranteed good time on two wheels, and the friends you’ll make along the way can last a lifetime!

The Full Arch is a point-to-point route is approximately 48 miles with over 5000 feet of climbing and is a serious endeavor. While the Half Arch, a "pint-sized" version of the classic Full Arch covers approximately 23 miles and over 2100 feet of elevation.

We are proud to have Gravity Heights return in 2023 as our host for the Finish Line Luau. Gravity Heights location offers ample parking for the epic parking lot Finish Line Luau held on top of the parking garage adjacent to the brewery & restaurant. When you roll in from the epic ride you will be greeted with fun, food, vendors, friends and amazing Gravity Heights brews! Families, friends & cheering squads are invited to join in the fun!

Join our Arch Ride 2023 Facebook group for updates, training, route tips, camaraderie & more.



TICKET PRICING

$100 - SDMBA Members Only Discount Available January 16-20

$120 - Full Price General Public Available January 21 Until Sold Out

TICKET INCLUDES:

  • Rider entry for one person
  • Ride support at start & aid stations
  • 1 lunch ticket
  • 1 beer ticket
  • 1 opportunity drawing ticket
  • Custom Arch Ride 2023 Sock Guy Socks!

TWO ROUTE OPTIONS

Full Arch - 48 Miles

  • 4 Aid Stations
  • *No E-Bikes*
  • The point-to-point route is approximately 48 miles with over 5000 feet of climbing and is a serious endeavor

Half Arch - 23 Miles

  • 2 Aid Stations
  • *E-Bikes Are Allowed
  • A "pint-sized" version of the classic Full Arch covering approximately 23 miles and over 2100 feet of elevation

There is NO Day of Event Registration. There are NO refunds.


RULES & REGULATIONS 

  • Both routes are point-to-point. Transportation is the participant's responsibility.  Plan transportation and carpools accordingly.
  • Helmets required
  • E-bikes are not permitted for use on the Full Arch Route, but are ok on the Half Arch Route. 
  • Registered participants will receive a detailed email on Thursday, May 4 with a route description and updated map files. We have special permission on this day only to pass through certain sections of private property to complete this specific Archipelago route.
  • Minors under 18 entered in the event must be accompanied by parent or legal guardian for their entire ride.  No exceptions. 
  • Want to commiserate with other Arch Riders?  Ask to join Arch Ride 2023 Facebook Group.
  • No Refunds for this event.  SDMBA reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule an event in the event of inclement weather, emergency, or natural disaster. In the event of such a cancellation, there will be no refund of entry. SDMBA reserves the right to modify or cancel the course for safety concerns, trail condition concerns or natural disaster. Each athlete must accept any such risk of their entry fee paid.  Entry fees collected are used to develop and produce the event, starting well in advance of the event date – including course preparation, supplies, permits, and administration. We will make every effort to produce a safe event for all participants. Any decision we make that impacts the event date or potential cancellation is carefully considered and based on the overall event safety, sustainability, and manageability.
  • If an athlete cannot participate for any reason, their registration may be transferred to another athlete provided this transfer request is made at least 14 days before the event (April 30, 2023)  For any transfers, please contact archride@sdmba.com to update athlete information 14 days before the event.  SDMBA is not responsible for transferring the registration fee as this will have to be handled between the riders. 

ARCH RIDE JERSEYS & T-SHIRTS

Epic event apparel designs will be posted as soon as they are ready!

T-shirts available for pre-order during the registration process for $20 each until March 10, 2023.There will be a limited number of jerseys and T-shirts for purchase at the Finish Line Luau on the day of the event.

 
ARCH RIDE FACEBOOK GROUP
Join our Arch Ride 2023 Facebook group for updates, training, route tips, camaraderie and more.

VOLUNTEERS
It takes a tiki village to run this event. If you would like to volunteer to join the tribe, contact  volunteer@sdmba.com

SPONSORS
If you have other creative ways to support this event or want to reserve vendor space at the finish venue, contact Joshua Bonnici at sponsorship@SDMBA.com

MEMBERSHIP
SDMBA membership is highly encouraged but not required. JOIN HERE
Any questions regarding membership status?  info@sdmba.com

DONATE
If you are unable to attend, we will miss you! You can still make a tax-deductible donation to SDMBA to help make trails better in San Diego! DONATE HERE.


HELPING LOCAL CONSERVATION

We thank our conservation partners who help preserve and protect our open spaces while providing recreational trail access. Without these conservation partners, we would not have these places to ride. Proceeds from this event will further SDMBA's mission of improving trail access for mountain biking in San Diego and will benefit trail projects with the following partners:
  • San Dieguito River Park
  • Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve
  • Center for Natural Lands Management
  • The Escondido Creek Conservancy
  • The County of San Diego
  • The City of San Diego
  • The City of San Marcos

Questions about the event? Email archride@sdmba.com