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2009 Date will be Saturday April 4th. It is never too soon to start training. Do one two or three loops!

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Julian Death March

Up to 11,000 feet of climbing!

April 4th, 2009

Click here for directions to Frank Lane Park

at Frank Lane Park

8:00 A.M. Start

Info Line 760-765-2200

We have brought back the infamous Julian Death March for the experienced and conditioned Mountain Biker. This Course is made up of 3 different loops all starting and ending in the town of Julian. Time limits will be set in order to continue on the 2nd and 3rd loops. The 3rd loop is meant only for the elite rider.

Although this is a race you must possess orienting skills and come into it with a POSITIVE attitude. If a course marker is down etc. it is up to you to navigate properly. The best bet is to know the course by PRE RIDING it. As much as we try to prepare it is difficult to mark 80 miles of trail and not have anyone go off course. If you just want to put your head down and go for it then we would suggest you race a closed course. If you detest any pavement riding then this race is not for you. Single speeders are welcomed but please be aware that the nature of this course makes it a difficult task.

Based out of Frank Lane Park in Julian. Right in town so you have access to everything without driving. On site camping spots are available, so reserve yours today. $10 per car and $15 per R.V. or trailer. Facilities limited to porta potties.

Classes: Open Male, Open Female, Male 40 plus, Female 40 Plus, Male 50 plus, Female 50 plus, Male 55 plus, Female 55 Plus, Male 60 plus, Youth 18 and under Male, Youth 18 and under Female. All classes have Geared and Single Speed categories

IN THE EVENT OF FOUL WEATHER WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE COURSE OR TO RESCHEDULE.

Check out 12 hours of Temecula. A locally run 3 race series.

Online Registration (open soon)

Printable registration page

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For pre riding partners go to this forum

1st Loop (Eagle Peak, Boulder Creek, Kelly Ditch Trail Loop)

35 Miles with 5,250 feet of elevation gain

Paved road, fire road, and a tricky little 5 mile section of single track

There are some very steep fast downhill sections where you must watch your speed!

5 hour time limit to start the second loop.

click here for Map & Elevation Profile

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Intersection	Direction	Mileage	Elevation	Total Climbing
Julian (4 way stop)	START west on Hwy 78	0.0	4220	0
Highway 78/Pine Hills Road	Left onto Pine Hills Rd.	1.0	3970	0
Pine Hills Rd./Eagle Peak Rd.	Right onto Eagle Peak Rd.	2.6
Eagle Peak Rd./Boulder Creek Rd.	Right onto Eagle Peak Rd.	4.0	4065	250
Eagle Peak Rd./Cedar Creek	Left to Cedar Creek	11.8	1997	380
Cedar Creek Stream crossing	Straight	12.4	1640	380
Cedar Creek/Boulder Creek Rd.	Left onto Boulder Creek Rd.	15.9	2928	1640
Boulder Creek Rd./ Engineers Rd.	Right onto Engineers Rd.	21.3	3700	2740
Engineers Rd./Kelly Ditch Trail	Left onto Kelly Ditch Trail	25.8	4800	3920
Kelly Ditch Trail Intersection	Left	29.4	4228	4400
Kelly Ditch Trail/Heise Entrance (Frisius Rd.)	Left onto Frisius Rd.	30.4	4120	4600
Frisius Rd./Deer Lake Park Rd.	Right onto Deer Lake Park Rd.	31.0	4322	4800
Deer Lake Park Rd./Pine Hills Rd.	Right onto Pine Hills Rd.	33.0	3960	5020
Pine Hills Rd./Highway 78	Right onto Hwy 78	34.0	3970	5050
Julian (4 way stop)	Left	35.0	4220	5250
Frank Lane Park	Finish	35.1	4220	5250

2nd Loop (Santa Ysabel Preserve Loop)

22 Miles with 2,990 feet of elevation gain

Paved road, double track

There are some very steep fast downhill sections where you must watch your speed!

5 hour time limit to start the second loop. Absolutely no starts on this loop after 5 hours

from the official ride start!

click here for Map & Elevation Profile

Intersection	Direction	Mileage	Elevation	Total Climbing
Frank Lane Park	START North on Farmers Rd.	0.0	4220	0
Wynola Road	Right onto Wynola Rd.	2.17	4160	185
Farmers Road	Left onto Farmers Rd.	2.25	4140	185
Open Space Entrance	Left into Open Space Preserve	3.5	3985	234
To stream crossing	Left down to stream and then up hill	5.0	3734	244
Top of climb intersection	Right	5.8	4044	550
Kanaka Flat intersection	Right	6.1	4026	574
Intersection	Left	6.8	3997	630
Top of Hill	Straight	7.3	4159	785
Intersection	Right	8.0	3837	798
Intersection	Right	8.7	3537	807
Intersection to West loop	Right	9.1	3685	968
Intersection	Left	10.0	3633	1090
Intersection	Left	10.4	3584	1136
Intersection	Right	11.0	3685	1248
Intersection	Left	11.4	3537	1261
Intersection	Left	12.2	3837	1552
Top of Hill	Straight	12.8	4159	1853
Kanaka Flat intersection	Right	14.0	4027	1940
Top of Hill	Straight	15.7	4287	2253
Kanaka Flat intersection	Right and down hill to stream crossing	16.3	4044	2278
After stream crossing	Right	17.1	3734	2298
Exit Open Space	Right onto Farmers Rd.	18.6	3985	2532
Wynola Road	Right onto Wynola Rd.	19.9
Farmers Road	Left onto Farmers Rd.	20.0
Frank Lane Park	FINISH	22.1	4220	2990

3rd Loop (Banner Toll Road Loop)

22 Miles with 2,400 feet of elevation gain

Paved road, fire road, and single track

There are some very steep fast downhill sections where you must watch your speed!

7 hour time limit to start the third loop.

click here for Map & Elevation Profile

Intersection	Direction	Mileage	Elevation	Total Climbing
Julian (4 way stop)	START east on Hwy. 78	0.0	4220	0
Highway 78/Highway 79	Right onto Hwy 79 South	.25
Highway 79/Old Cuyamaca Rd.	Right onto Old Cuyamaca Rd.	.75
Old Cuyamaca Rd./Highway 79	Richt onto Highway 79	1.25
Highway 79/Sunrise Highway (S1)	Left onto Sunrise Hwy.	6.1
Sunrise Highway/CRHT	Left onto the CRHT	7.5
CRHT/Mason Valley TT	Straight onto Mason Valley TT	9.0
Mason Valley TT/Chariot Canyon	Left onto Chariot Canyon	11.0
Chariot Canyon/Rodriquez Canyon	Stay Left & continue on Chariot Canyon	15.0
Chariot Canyon/Highway 78	Left onto Hwy 78	16.2
Highway 78/Banner Toll Road	Left through Iron Gate	16.6
Turn onto Toll Road	Right onto Banner Toll Road	16.7
Warlock Mine turnoff	Left and stay on Banner Toll Road	18.5
Banner Toll Road/Pavement	Right onto pavement and climb hill	19.7
Whispering Pines	Left onto Whispering Pines	20.2
Whispering Pines/Highway 78	Left onto Hwy. 78 (back to Julian)	20.21
Julian (4 way stop)	Straight	21.2	4220	2,400
Frank Lane Park	Finish	21.3	4220	2,400

Details:

	If you have not done at least 35 miles off road with a fair amount of climbing then this ride is not for you.
	There will be a riders meeting at 7:45 A.M. before the start. All riders MUST be checked in by no later than 7:20 A.M.
	We are going to do a controlled start to Pine Hills Road.
	Wherever possible the course will be marked with arrows. Although we do the best to mark the course thing happens to signs and arrows like cows, kids, weather conditions etc! You will also be provided with maps and route sheets. An odometer on your bike is a good idea! It is your responsibility to know the course by pre riding it. If you don't pre ride the course then you are at a disadvantage right off the bat.
	You must check in at the start finish area at the end of each loop which is at Frank Lane park which is 2 blocks north east of the 4 way stop in Julian.
	The third loop is only for elite conditioned athlete. NO ONE can start this loop at an elapsed time over 7 hours from the start of the ride.
	You should be self sustained on all the loops. The main rest stop is in Julian at the start finish area and you can restock with food and drinks. There will be one intermediate rest stop on the first loop and one intermediate rest stop on the second loop.
	The course is not closed so expect vehicle traffic. Stay on your side of the road or trail. You must yield to hikers and horses whenever you meet them.
	PLEASE check out before you go home so we don't spend all night looking for you! Better yet buddy up with someone and look out for each other.
	Bring a bike in excellent running condition with all the tools and repair stuff you need. Bring layers of clothes and enough food and water to get you through each loop.
	Cell phone reception is spotty but it is a good idea to bring one.
	If you crash and get hurt it takes a while to get help to you. Up here they often use life flight which is very expensive and you are responsible for the costs! Remember risking it on the down hills will not get you first place! Watch your speed on the down hills. If you want to go fast do it on the up hills!
	We will sweep the course with bikes and motorcycles.
	Awards will be handed out as the winners in the different classes arrive at the finish.. All riders must be off the course by 6:30 P.M.