Arizona ride suggestions

[Brandy]

Hey Az. ladies!

I know it's a few months off, but I'll be in the area for Thanksgiving and I'd love to get some riding in. Do you have any suggestions for rides? My parents live in Surprise off of the 303, so something close to there would be great!

Thanks!

[tprevost]

Hey Az. ladies!

I know it's a few months off, but I'll be in the area for Thanksgiving and I'd love to get some riding in. Do you have any suggestions for rides? My parents live in Surprise off of the 303, so something close to there would be great!

Thanks!

Brandy,

PM Running Mommy and Mommelissa, I bet they'll have some good suggestions! Also, here is the website for a local club:

http://www.sportsfun.com/gaba/index.html

I haven't looked at it in depth but I think they have some of the local rides listed!

[Brandy]

Thanks Tracy...I REALLY want to ride up in Sedona, but I don't think that will fly...too many people to see while I'm there to justify taking off on a two hour drive by myself! I'll check that link out and PM them!

[tprevost]

Thanks Tracy...I REALLY want to ride up in Sedona, but I don't think that will fly...too many people to see while I'm there to justify taking off on a two hour drive by myself! I'll check that link out and PM them!

the other great thing about these two is that if you want ride partners, you've got them! Melisa is up in Scottsdale and Denise is in Goodyear and both of them are wonderful (oh, and if Melisa invites you to come for dinner.... grab the family and get there really fast... YUMMY!!!)

t~

[landshark]

Unless you're a MB I would be cautious. A LOT of tourists from every country imaginable and every skill level as well. I live in Phx. and had thought about riding my RB there. Then thought better of it. The MB is FAB though!! Have fun what ever you decide. Also, there's a Very cool thing in Sedona "The Festival of Lights". I'm sure you're friends and family will know about it. It begins at T-Giving.

Deb

[Running Mommy]

Hey Brandy-
I'd love to ride with you when you are in town if you'd like! I'm also in the west valley. The best bet for you in surprise will be the sun valley parkway. They are starting to build out there, but for years it's been the road to nowhere, and a haven for cyclists. There is not much traffic (who wants to drive to nowhere) and the bike lane is as wide as the cars lane!!
It starts where bell road ends (heading west) in surprise. I park near the bingo hall (you can't miss it, it looks like a riverboat) or the new KB homes next door. And then I ride out as long as I feel like. If you ride the whole thing out and back is around 56 miles, but you can turn around before that as well.
The road goes around the white tank mountains. It's not super scenic, but the desert for the most part isn't all that scenic.
Now Sedona... that's another story!!! Personally I think sedona is prettier than the grand canyon. I just love it there!!!
But like I said, if you would like a riding partner when you come out,let me know. I'd LOVE to have the company.
Denise