This is a social paced C ride with multiple regroups (so that no one gets dropped). Zayante is one of the most beautiful climbs in the Santa Cruz Mountains. It is similar in beauty (and difficulty) to Tunitas with a long lead in followed by a lot of climbing with some steep sections.

Meet Don Johann  (see member directory for contact information) at the parking area just past Lexington Dam at 8:45 for a 9:00 start.

Starting Location: Parking Lot .3 mi past the dam at Lexington Reservoir. There is a $6 fee to park there (Credit/Debit Card). There is also a free dirt area across the street from the parking lot that can handle about 8 cars.

Directions: take the Bear Creek Rd exit off of Hwy 17, go across Hwy 17 and turn left like you were getting on 17. Take Alma Bridge Rd and go .6 mi to the parking lot just past the dam

This is the next ride in a series of weekly  impromptu rides through the Santa Cruz Mountains and Coast, all at a C pace.

Lunch: Bring Lunch to eat at the Covered Bridge Park in Felton at Mile 34

Route: ridewithgps.com/routes/44383246

Cue Sheet: ridewithgps.com/routes/44383246/cue_shee

Weather :  go.randoplan.com/Gn5nJB