2 hours 35 minutes in the saddle, 26 miles with 1,800′ of climbing. My most challenging to date on the extremely steep sections up on old San Marcos Road.
The map showing my route for today and the location of my four photos below.
Here I am at the high point of my ride,1,400′ at Hwy 154 and Painted Cave Road
A half mile back down. I had to stop for the beautiful view
I’m back close to home at the San Marcos Foothill Preserve
Here is the explanatory sign at the preserve