February 10, 2010
A robust crowd of cyclists, The Mayor of Santa Cruz, City Council Members, and Staff, plus the Committee that wowed the Amgen folks for a return of the Amgen Tour of California, met at the Lighthouse at Steamers Lane in Santa Cruz to announce the route through the Santa Cruz hills, and downtown, today. Matt Twissleman, Chairman of the Santa Cruz TOC Committee, and the volunteers, were honored by the AEG / Amgen representative for getting the Tour back to Santa Cruz in 2010. The Santa Cruz Police & Fire Chiefs, and staff were also recognized for their support.
Starting on Ocean Beach, Stage 3 will cover nearly 120 miles from San Francisco to Santa Cruz. The route will take the riders south down the California coastline on Highway 1, flanked by the picturesque backdrops of the Pacific Ocean on one side and Redwood forests on the other. This coastal stage will include three long, but moderate climbs on Tunitas Creek Road, La Honda Road and Bonny Doon Road, which will all be followed by lengthy and fast descents. The sprint to the finish will follow W. Cliff Dr. along Monterey Bay to an exhilarating conclusion to Stage 3 at the world famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
Tour of Califorinia Santa Cruz Link: http://www.tourofcalifornia-santacruz.com/
Amgen Tour of California Links: http://www.amgentourofcalifornia.com/Route/cities/santa-cruz.html
If you did not make it to Santa Cruz last year, you really don't want to miss this event on May 18th. Santa Cruz is pulling out the "red carpet" to all who wish to enjoy this World Class Event!!!
photos by Craig W Smith http://craigwsmithphotography.com
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