General Information
The Lost Coast Ride For The Redwoods is a unique one-day mountain-bike benefit ride in the Usal Redwood Forest and features lush redwood forests, coastal beaches, spectacular vistas and rugged cliffs. The Ride begins at at our M&M Camp facility in the Usal Redwood Forest, 6 miles west of Legget at milemarker 98.5 on Highway 1. High energy snacks and liquids are furnished along the bike routes during the event and SAG support is also available. Finish the day with a hearty Dinner prepared by local chefs.
How To Participate
To participate in the ride, each rider must collect a minimum of pledges:
- Individual Rider: $200 in pledges, minimum $25 to register ($15 before May 1) Join as an individual participant, not linked to a Group, and help collect donations from friends and family.
- Organize A New Group: $1,000 in pledges, minimum $25 to register ($15 before May 1) Start a Group, become a Group Leader and help collect donations from friends and family.
- Join An Existing Group: $25 minimum to join. Join an existing Group and help collect donations from friends and family.
Non-riders can also help in a variety of ways:
- Pledge A Rider: $25 minimum. Help Riders achieve their $200 pledge goals
- Sponsor a Group: $1,000 minimum in matching pledges. Sponsors receive special consideration in our ads and special promotions as well as recognition on our website
- Become An Event Sponsor: $1,000 minimum. Event Sponsors recieve special consideration in our ads and special promotion material and recognition on our website
You can also register by mail or fax. Click here to get forms.
The RidesThere are two rides of varying lengths and difficulty. The shorter, easier route is the Usal Beach Ride. It descends down the road along Usal Creek to Usal Beach and then returns to the finish area. This ride covers 14 miles. The longer route is the Chimney Rock Loop, traversing 27 miles. It begins in the same location as the Usal Beach Ride, veers to the northwest, loops and then returns to the starting point. The longer route is very challenging and offers steep, gravelly downhill runs. Skill and endurance is required if you choose this ride.
Both rides offer opportunities to explore lush, riparian areas, coastal beaches, spectacular vista points and rugged, rocky cliffs. Wildlife abounds in this remote redwood forest that has been in private ownership for over 150 years.
Riders collecting the most pledges have an opportunity to win great prizes. We will begin posting prize information soon and will continually add to our prize list. Check back often for updates.
Nearby Lodging, Dining And Activities
This unique location is a great jumping off point for a vacation on the Mendocino Coast. Pamper yourself with Mendocino Wine Country tours, Lake Mendocino camping or head off into the magnificent National and State Parks. There are a variety of activities available in the nearby communities and parks for all riders, their families and friends. Check out our Rider Support page for discounts on lodging, dinners, activities and a variety of other useful topics.
