Hi there,

I'm planning on either driving or biking out to Stage 1 or Stage 3 of the Tour.

Does anyone know how car or bike traffic is regulated? Is the route closed to either cars or bikes? How far in advance of the peleton is the route closed? How difficult do you think parking will be if I decide to drive? (I'm thinking either Pan Toll Ranger Station on Stage 1, or Sierra Road on Stage 2.)

The Tour of California website lists the 'best' viewing spots on each stage, but provides no information to answer my above questions. (Unless I missed it on the website.)

Any advice appreciated. Who tried this last year?

Thanks!