85 mile Lollipop
7:30 Neutral Start from Virginia City to Nevada City
Optional rider supplied drop bag will be taken to 2nd aid station at 20/60 miles
Racing begins on gravel at bottom of first climb
Non-racing untimed option
Mandatory check-in at aid station before entering loop
10:15 CUTOFF TIME TO LEAVE AID STATION AND BEGIN LOOP! (We want you back before dark! Riders not making cutoff return to Finish and receive credit for completing the Stick)
Ride the loop - one unmanned water stop in 40 miles
Mandatory check-in at aid station after finishing loop
Return to Finish in Virginia City
15 miles paved / 70 miles unpaved (includes about 20 miles primitive road rideable on gravel bike but rugged!)
45mm or wider tires recommended. Some riders will prefer hardtail MTB!