I did the Sierra Century double metric last year. Beautiful scenery over
roads with little traffic. Slug Gulch is steep but not that long. I soaked
my feet in wading pools of cold water provided at the top (as did others).
Very friendly and thought by many to be at least one of the best supported
centuries around.

Steve Juniper
"Most accidents occur at home in bed."
-- A.E. Neuman --

"Tom Young" wrote in message
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Hi all:

I'm looking at the "Sierra Century" put on by the Sacramento Wheelmen
June 5 as possibly my "first ever" century ride. Only thing is, the
web site doesn't have a rout profile posted, though the verbiage
suggests there's at least one pretty challenging climb: "You'll
approach the Sierra high country on your way to the legendary climb up
Slug Gulch. Those who conquer the climb will receive a special award.
If you'd like to save Slug Gulch for next year, take the bypass
option."

The description suggests - but doesn't say so in so many words - that
the "bypass" still gives you century distance. Can anybody clear this
up for me?

TIA.

Tom Young