SAN DIEGO, CA ⎪AMTB1⎪
Encinitas has some really cool community pathways that make for a fun ride. They boast some incredible easterly and ocean views. While most of this loop is wide open and easy, there unfortunately is a significant amount of road time. Exercise caution. Wear a helmet and observe traffic laws. Be sure to consult the POIs because there are a couple problem spots (see below). The route takes you onto a golf course in order to access a pedestrian bridge that otherwise only has stair access, through a steep rutted section where adaptive riders might need a spot and onto a brief section of private property.
San Diego, CA ⎪aMTB2⎪
This route is mostly fire road and double track and would be rated aMTB1 if it weren’t for two potential problem spots. Be sure to consult the POIs. There is a section of singltrack that was pretty tight with a ton of cactus last time i road it. Its been a while though and I highly recommend a support rider, at least for the first attempt. The second potential problem is a narrow bridge. My bike fits no problem, but its definitely tight.
San Diego, CA ⎪aMTB2⎪
This is my favorite loop (until we can work on some more trails) in PQ Canyon. It incorporates the famous Tunnels, Cobbles and some cool bridges. I have done all this on my own, but there are some really sketchy spots and i highly recommend a support rider on your first try.
San Diego, CA ⎪aMTB1⎪
This route is designed for solo adaptive riders to ride confidently in an unfamiliar area. It is comprised mostly of fire road and double track and you will miss a lot of what this area has to offer, BUT you will be able to ride alone safely, regardless of ability level. I will add more advanced loops for this area in future blogs. Happy riding!
