What to expect when attending the Moab Century Tour
Moab Century Tour Details
As of the writing of this blog post, the Moab Century Tour is just 15 short days away! For those of you perhaps on the fence and within driving distance, we thought we’d give you a more detailed look into the weekend’s events.
A thorough timed-out itinerary will be emailed to all registered cyclists within 7 days of the event.
This communication is more like the menu of what’s to come. :)
Pre-Event
Our forever gracious host hotel - The Aarchway Inn - is where we will once again stage our event rider check-in, ride starts, emergency personnel, and all things Moab Century Tour. The Aarchway Inn also offers all registered cyclists a sweet discount rate! You have to call to request the rate and book. (435-259-2599)
The Friday before the event we will have a table set up at the Aarchway Inn. Here you can check-in for the event, receive the necessary cycle items (like helmet tags!), get route map information, and maybe even a small token of appreciation from us (wink wink.) This is also an opportunity for you to meet the organizers, pickup pre-purchased merch, view maps, mingle with other cyclists, and get those last-minute questions answered.
Enjoy a pool, hot tub, and large grassy backyard at the host hotel. Photo by Angie Dello
Day 1- DeaD Horse Point State Park
Our full route description, elevation map, and GPS link can be found here, but here is the abbreviated version:
The Route: 60 total miles, 3,800’ elevation change (view map)
What Will I See?
Towering Canyon walls, Arches entrance, dinosaur museum, mesas, and grand canyon-worthy views in the state park.
Snacks will be available at DHPSP and all aid stations.
Great For: Cyclists who want a challenge on day 1, to be rewarded with epic views from the top, and who like to coast on newer pavement and a smooth bike path on the return.
Support: There will be 3 aid stations, and roving SAG vehicles.
Click the image to view an interactive map of the day 1 route on Ride With GPS
We’re Here For You!
Along the routes we have aid stations fully stocked with food, water, repair kits, radio communication team and smiling faces to help you meet your goals! We also have support vehicles on route to aid cyclists too far from a station.
Day 1 - Post-Cycling
After your ride, join your fellow participants back at the Aarchway Inn and enjoy a plentiful hot lunch while enjoying live music from Toni Sicola & The Black Hats, one of Moab’s finest local bands. There will be plenty of hydration options, food choices, places to enjoy your meal in the shade or sun, and stories of 60 miles that were (or weren’t, it’s cool) conquered!
Sit back and reminisce on the ride with some great food, great music, and great company. (And don’t forget, if you stay at the Aarchway - pool time!)
Enjoy live music back at the Aarchway after your ride!
A massage therapist will be on-site (for hire) for any body cranking needs. :)
Click to view photos from 2022 Moab Century Tour
Click to view photos from 2022 Moab Century Tour
Day 2 - The Cycling Route
64 miles, view map
5,500' Elevation change
A route that is worthy of your cycling resume! Traveling from the scenic valley of Moab into the aspen-lined foliage of the La Sal Mountains, through red rock spires of Castle Valley and towering sandstone cliffs along the Colorado River, this route with it's beautiful vistas, will feed your soul.
Worth noting, this route includes the infamous “Big Nasty", a steep climb to ascend from the valley floor straight up into the mountains with a 3,000 ft gain within a short 7-mile stretch.
This route truly offers everything Moab has to offer. Golden fall foliage, that mountain fresh air, towering canyon walls, and again amazing views (different than day 1) of the Colorado River.
Our founder, Mark, at one of our favorite photo spots near the top of the La Sal Loop road with a participant.
Click the image to view an interactive map of the day 2 route on Ride With GPS
Day 2 - Post Ride Events
Post ride we’ll once again have a spread of hydration, snacks, and a hot lunch provided by Have Cooker, Will Travel - sure to satisfy your well-earned hunger! They make amazing food, and will be sure to have plenty of carnivore, vegetarian, and gluten-free options available.
We’ll also have a local DJ playing upbeat music while we all celebrate together the accomplishment that is conquering the Big Nasty!
Free Time in Moab?
More energy than you know what to do with? Check out discovermoab.com for hiking trails, scenic drives through Arches National Park, and more. Moab is an adventurer’s paradise and there is no shortage of things to do when off your bike. We recommend making the most of your time in town.
The Moab Century Tour
We hope this summary of what you can expect when attending the Moab Century Tour is helpful and gets you pumped for the rides! We are working hard to plan a safe, exciting, and memorable experience for you. Still have questions? No problem! Send us an email to info@skinnytirevents.com or use the chat in the bottom right of the website.
