Sponsors:

Performance 190 x 18

Clif

Vitalyte 188 x 119

Richard 188 x 65

Chamois 188 x 66

Hammer 188 x 113

World Cycles 197 x 72

Bicycle Dreams Logo

BAI 187 x 61

Official Host Hotel:

Mission Valley Resort

Lunches:

subway 3 200 x 50

Official Photographer:

Brightroom



Bike Mechanic Service:

Bike Mobile

Official Jerseys:

Voler Logo

Official Socks:

Sock Guy 188 x 80

Official T-shirts:

Fineline 188 x 29
 
Volunteers:

Team in Training 158 x 77

kickerbiker logo

Ocotillo Start / Finish:


  3.5 acre Ocotillo park


Ocotillo Community Park
 Opened Aug 11, 2007


 Plenty of parking space!


Five covered picnic areas


     Start/Finish area


     Basketball court

2010 Stagecoach

         
  "Purveyor of Safe, Scenic, and Sensational Century Rides on Roads Less Traveled"

Date:              Saturday, January 16, 2010
                        MLK 3-Day Weekend
                         Registration Closed
Distances:     100/90/84/73/50/26 mile options
Location:       Ocotillo, California (80 miles east
                        of San Diego, just off Interstate 8)
Address:        266 West Imperial Highway
                        Ocotillo, CA 92259
Field Limit:    3,000 / max 60 TTT Teams
Start Times:    
     Team Time Trial:     7:00 A.M. - 7:05 A.M.
     Individual Riders:   7:05 A.M. - 9:00 A.M.

    Register Now Driving Directions v2
    Price List v2 Where to Stay v7
    Riders List Final 2 Rider Levels
    Facebook find us on Facebook   Accuweather
Registration Deadlines: 
Mail-in:    
Online:     
Packet pick-up and
Walk-up Registration:

Fri, Jan 15, Noon-8:00 P.M.
      Mission Valley Resort
      875 Hotel Circle South
      San Diego, CA  92108
      Mapquest Directions 
      
Sat, Jan 16, 6:45-9:00 A.M.
      Ocotillo (Start/Finish)
      266 West Imperial Hwy
      Ocotillo, CA  92259
      Google Maps Directions

   
  
 
  6th ANNUAL
        2010
 STAGECOACH
 
  
  SADDLE UP!
      THE
 WILD WEST
 IS CALLING
    ~YOU~

             STAGECOACH PHOTOS
       Click on galleries below to view photos  
 2005     2006     2007     2008     2009     2010
Accuweather: Forecast as of Fri, Jan 15, '10
Partial Sunshine, Hi 71F, Lo 41F, Light/var. winds
               ~~   IMPORTANT  ~~
           2010 FINAL RIDER INSTRUCTIONS

      ALL RIDERS MUST READ BEFORE RIDING!

Final Rider Instructions/Course Map: Click here

Download Final Rider Instructions/map: Click here
Download Stagecoach Course Map:  Click here
Download San Diego County Waiver:  Click here
     Save time! Download & Complete SD County
     Waiver and bring to Fri/Sat packet pick up
Email updates sent to Registered Riders:
     Nov Rider Update:  Click here
     Dec Rider Update:  Click here
     Jan Rider Update:   Click here

++++ 2010 Latest News ++++

2010 had 698 Registered riders,
click here


General Store inventory updated, click here

6-22-09:    Registration open
9-22-09:    Mission Valley Resort (host hotel) is
                offering special rate of just $69 plus
                tax, subject to availability, click here
10-21-09:  2010 Stagecoach T-shirt, click here
10-23-09:  2010 Stagecoach Jersey, click here
11-10-09:  New:  Rider Levels details & advice
11-22-09:  Atty Richard Duquette new Sponsor  
                View Richard's  insurance article .
11-30-09:  Performance Bicycle sale:  50% off
                Tune-ups & 10% off purchases at
                So Cal stores, print coupon.
11-30-09:  SockGuy:  20% discount for online
                orders w/promocode "Ocotillo".
                See more details here.
11-30-09:  Visit new Bike Shop info:  SD, OC, LA 
                Several stores offer nice discounts!
12-17-09:  Performance Bicycle Holiday Special:
                Save 10% on all  online purchases with
                promocode "640", valid thru 1-31-10.
12-17-09:  Bicycle Dreams Movie, new sponsor.
                See movie trailer here.
12-23-09:  2010 Final Rider Instructions and
                Course Map posted here.
12-28-09:  Registered Riders Dec Update Email.
12-31-09:  Subway of El Centro is catering
                included lunch meals for all riders.
1-10-10:    Registered Riders Jan Update Email.
1-18-10:    Results Posted here.
1-29-10:    2010 photo Gallery posted.
3-8-10:     Voler Team Apparel expects delivery
                of 2nd production run of jerseys by
                Mar 26, due to internal delays.  We will
                ship jerseys the day they arrive.  We
                apologize for the unexpected delay.
 
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       Riders receive all these great features with paid entry:
  • Ride registration
  • Detailed Final Rider Instructions
  • Included Subway lunch meal
  • NEW:   Custom Shadow Tour Sock
  • Plenty of free parking
  • Camp for free 2 miles from start
  • 3-day Martin Luther King Weekend
  • Cue sheet and maps for all routes
  • Riders select distance: 26 to 100 miles
  • Six fully stocked rest stops, plus lunch
    and rest stop items in Shelter Valley
  • Brightroom Photography
  • Dedicated law enforcement
  • Roving mechanical support
  • Lunch choice in Ocotillo or Shelter Valley
  • DJ/festivities at Ocotillo Park
  • Gear drop at Start/Finish & Rest Stop #1
  • Optional post-ride Pasta Meal
  • Goodie bag
  • Refund/Rollover/Transfer (click here)
  • Easy navigation course; 50.0 miles
    straight out-and-back
  • Cool Start/Finish area at new 3.5 acre Ocotillo Community Park
  • Optional "Ultimate 100 Mile 4-Person
    Team Time Trial" and Tandem Division
  • Full Century Finisher names and cities posted on the Stagecoach website
  • Comprehensive "Round up" email

Best in Cycling 07 08 09 GIF   2009 Stagecoach sock
                                       2010 Stagecoach
                                     Included custom sock

WELCOME NEW VISITORS FROM:
Facebook       Bikeride.com                     WorldCycles.com
El Tour           Socaltrailriders.com           BBC Network
NCCC            Team in Training               Constant Contact
Bikelink.com   TandemBicycling.com        Active.com
Cibike.org       Rideofthecentury.com       SDC
Velogirls.com  Solvang Prelude                Tour de Poway
efgh.com        Northcountycycleclub.com  Raceplace.com
Latriclub.com  Breakaway-training.com    Rexcycles.com
Prerace.com   Beginnertriathlete.com       Runnersworld.com
  Stagecoach-Century
 
             2006 Sturdy Stagecoach Rider
          Approaching base of Campbell Grade

 6th Annual Stagecoach Century
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Ocotillo - Shelter Valley - Ocotillo
California, U S A

2010 Stagecoach Pic 1
2010 Jeffrey from San Diego, CA
Short sleeves in January! 
Courtesy Brightroom.com

2010 Stagecoach Jersey Front Final 353 x 329
2010 Stagecoach Jersey Front

2010 Stagecoach Jersey Final Back 352 x 338
2010 Stagecoach Jersey Back


2008 Stagecoach Century glorious weather!

cycle sillouette
2009 Sunrise in Ocotillo, Courtesy Brightroom.com

2009 Stagecoach Near Rest Stop #1
2009 Michael from San Diego, CA
Nearing Rest Stop #1
photo courtesy Brightroom.com


2008 Relaxing spin out in the desert, in January!
Photo Courtesy Brightroom.com

Cholla Cactus 348 x 230
BEWARE of "Jumping" Cholla Cactus!
Don't touch, or even go near, these prickly devils
Photo Courtesy Brightroom.com

                  
                                2010 Stagecoach Century Video Courtesy of www.Cyclefilm.com

21010 Stagecoach Wanted 684 x 801

elcome to the Stagecoach Century! Kick off your New Year of cycling with a Wild West cycling adventure along the historic Great Southern Overland Stage Route of 1849. The ride travels through pristine California deserts on County Route S2 in east San Diego and Imperial Counties. Marvel at stunning vistas from five desert passes along the route. The ride starts in bike-friendly Ocotillo, where supportive local volunteers help make your Start and Finish memorable.  Bicycling Magazine has rated Stagecoach as a "Best in Cycling Event" three years in a row!

Thanks to your participation over the first three years, Shadow Tour has been able to donate to the Ocotillo Community Fund in support of their efforts to build a new community park.  The park and recreation center was completed and dedicated on Aug 11, 2007.  Located on the north side of town, 2 miles from the Interstate 8 freeway, the 3.5 acre facility is an ideal location for easy parking and rider access for all riders participating in 2008 and beyond.

More sterling volunteers from Shelter Valley near the halfway point will be hosting your lunch feast. In between, volunteers from groups such as the Team in Training San Diego/Hawaii Chapter, San Diego Triathlon Club, Knickerbikers, San Diego Randonneurs, Bike Wear World, La Mesa Boyscouts, and our own loyal Shadow Tour staff members will host a total of 6 fully stocked rest stops.

Here’s your chance to enjoy a hassle-free 100-mile ride with just two lonely stop signs, at the ideal time of year for desert cycling! The out-and-back course is fully adjustable for your own mileage preference and offers full rider support in both directions. Elevation rises gradually from 492 feet above sea level to over 2,600 feet at its peak before returning to the Start/Finish area in Ocotillo. There are five gradual climbs of about ½ to 4 miles in length at about 7-8% grades. Winds are “generally” neutral to headwinds in the morning and almost always at your back on the downhill return, producing a fast return ride to the finish.

The course crosses Hwy 78 at the north end of the route and continues 4.4 miles north to the 50.0 mile turn-around point/rest stop.  So when you turn around, you will know you're halfway home!

We rate the ride as moderately difficult. We advise riders to recognize that weather conditions can vary widely at this time of year and can include sun, heat, cold, wind, rain, or any combination.  We’ll provide tips on how to be well prepared, but Mother Nature can create a formitable challenge.  For more detailed descriptions of the course, weather, and types of riders, please carefully review the Rider Levels section.  You're also invited to review the photos in the "Gallery" section to get a sense of the weather conditions--sometimes a picture is worth much more than words. 

The town of Ocotillo is a quiet, low-desert town of about 400 residents. Its citizens enjoy a peaceful life with minimal outside interference. It has no fancy restaurants or hotels and there is very little in the way of paved parking or other Gucci amenities. These are some of the tradeoffs you accept in return for a one-of-a-kind ride featuring 100 miles of stunning undisturbed natural scenery with virtually no traffic, zero stoplights, and only two stop signs. We created the Stagecoach Century, because the entire route is very much the same as it was when real stagecoaches bounced along the trail in the 1850's--a rarity in California. When we compare this century to any other we have ridden, we continue to believe it's the best century in America.

But you don’t have to take our word on it, check out the photos posted on this webpage, there are also Stagecoach Photo Galleries for 2005, 2006, 20072008, and 2009.  You're also encouraged to review some  unsolicited rider feedback.  We enthusiastically invite you to join us and see for yourself!

Lastly, organizing a large bicycling event is a complex operation, made more difficult and expensive by hosting it in the desert. We work extremely hard to create distinctive events for our riders. We do it because we love the sport and enjoy interactions with our riders. However, we definitely aren't perfect. And not every single hardworking volunteer and staff member will have the answer to every conceivable question or issue that may arise at the event or out on the course.

We also don’t control the weather (despite many requests to turn down the wind in 2006 and turn up the heat in 2007). Mother Nature is always in charge . If you're a rider with a very low tolerance for imperfections or minor inconveniences, then Stagecoach is probably not for you. By necessity, Stagecoach  takes place in a remote location to optimize safety, natural scenery, and the overall riding experience. Please know that every single volunteer, course marshal, police officer, and staff member, is doing his or her best to present a safe ride to the highest possible operational standard. We simply ask for your patience and understanding when everything doesn’t go exactly as planned. We listen carefully to all rider's constructive suggestions and continuously strive for improvement to make next year’s event even better!

 

 Sign Jan 5 10 638 x 376 
Stagecoach Century sign at Ocotillo Community Park, Jan 5, '10

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2010 Voler Jersey, Club Fit, 3/4 Front Zipper, 3 Rear Pockets, Final Version     
       
2010 Stagecoach Jersey Front Final 353 x 329        2010 Stagecoach Jersey Final Back 352 x 338 
                       2010 Voler Jersey Front                                                    2010 Voler Jersey Back
                                                                     
                                                                   Click here for Sizing Charts
                                                                          

Important Apparel Ordering Dates: 

Voler Jerseys:

     Through Nov 15, 09:  Jerseys ordered by Nov 15, '09 will be available at packet pickup.

     Nov 16 - Jan 17, 10:   Jerseys ordered after Nov 15, '09 are part of the 2nd production run and will be
                                   mailed in Mar '10 (free shipping).

T-shirts:  All t-shirts will be available at the ride based on orders as of Dec 31, '09

Voler Jersey Sizing Charts (Visit www.voler.com for more details)

 Men's Club Jersey Sizing Chart


Size
Waist
Weight
Height
Chest
Inseam
X SMALL 26-29 100-120 5'5" and under 33-35 8.5
SMALL 29-31 120-145 5'4" to 5'8" 35-37 9
MEDIUM 32-34 145-170 5'7" to 5'11" 38-40 9.5
LARGE 35-37 170-190 5'10" to 6'2" 40-42 10
X LARGE 38-41 190-220 6'1" to 6'5" 42-44 10.5
XX LARGE 42-45 220-250 6'3" and over 44-46 11
XXX LARGE 46-50 250-260 6'3" and over 46-48 11.5
  
 Women's Club Jersey Sizing Chart
 

Size
Size
Waist
Hips
Weight
Height
Chest
Inseam
X SMALL 0-2 22-24 31-32 95-115 5'2" and under 30-32 7.5
SMALL 4-6 25-27 34-36 110-120 5'1" to 5'5" 32-34 7.75
MEDIUM 8-10 27-29 36-38 120-145 5'4" to 5'8" 34-36 8
LARGE 12-14 30-32 39-41 140-165 5'7" to 5'11" 36-38 8.25
X LARGE 16-18 33-35 42-44 160-185 5'10" and over 39-41 8.5
XX LARGE 20-22 36-38 45-47 190-205 5'10" and over 41-43 8.75
XXX LARGE 24-26 39-40 48-50 210-225 5'10" and over 43-45 9
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2010 Stagecoach Final T-Shirt, Beefy-t, extra wide 14" front artwork 

T-shirt Unisex Sizing:   Small, Medium, Large, X Large, XX Large, XXX Large

             2010 Stagecoach Mock up 605 x 838
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Stagecoach Socks

New for 2010, Sock-guy custom Stagecoach Socks included with registration, while supplies last. 
       

2009 Stagecoach sock
Sock Guy unisex custom sock:

Features a 3" cuff, the most popular Sock Guy  cuff height. The sock is made of 75% micro denier acrylic (coolmax equivalent), 15% spandex (shape retention and stretch), and 10% nylon in the heel/toe for durability. The acrylic is quite stretchy and supports the two sizes:
                                    
                                      Men        Women

    Small/Medium              5 - 9        6 - 10

    Large/Extra Large         9 - 13      10 - 14 


Stagecoach Caps Limited supplies available at ride only (adjustable, one size fits most)

Shadow Tour Logo with lettering "The Ultimate Cycling Adventure"
SC B
Khaki/Black Bill
ST H
Khaki/Hunter Bill
ST SB
Khaki/Sky Blue Bill
ST N
Khaki/Navy Bill
Stagecoach Logo
SC B2
       Khaki/Black Bill
SC H
       Khaki/Hunter Bill
SC SB
      Khaki/Sky Blue Bill
SC N
         Khaki/Navy Bill

                All caps have lettering " OCOTILLO, CA " and " SHELTER VALLEY, CA " on reverse 

                            SC SB                  Cap Back

   
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Ride Sponsors, Affiliates, and Volunteers:

              Performance v2 576 x 56
Sample Design Logo 2
Sock Guy 188 x 80
Mission Valley Resort  Bike Mobile  

Shadow Tour
Logo Designer

   Official Socks     Official Host Hotel
  Special $69 Rider Rate!
Official Mechanics Official Photographer
  Hammer New 80 Percent
Clif
 
World Cycles 197 x 72

Richard 90
   Official Nutritional
    Supplements
    Official Energy Bar worldcycles.com

   Cyclists Attorney

  Meghan Duffy
    
     Freelance
  Graphic Artist

Chamois Butt'r
  Vitalyte subway 3 200 x 50
     El Centro
  760-644-7230
Bicycle Dreams Logo
  Graphic Artist    Paceline Products    Official Energy Drink     Lunch Meals Bicycle Dreams Movie
         Bikewearworld 70 x 77 BAI 187 x 61   Bike Switzerland
   Bikewearworld.com Bachrach & Assoc., Inc.       Bike Switzerland

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Course Maps and Profiles:

Century Maps and Profiles:

100 Mile  Century Map (Click on "100 Mile" to display)

Profile  Century Profile

3-D  Century 3D Profile

50 Mile   50 Mile Map + Elevation Profile

26 Mile  26 Mile Map + Elevation Profile


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Stagecoach Century Route 

          For better resolution and ease of printing, click here to download Stagecoach Course Map as PDF 

          Stagecoach Course Map v3 638 x 825
          
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Cyclist Levels:  Click here for detailed Rider Levels tips and advice.

The Stagecoach course is moderately difficult overall.  It is signicantly affected by weather conditions on the day of the ride. All cyclists need to assess their own physical conditioning, weather conditions, and course profiles when deciding what distance to ride. The course has several options marked, however, all riders may adjust their distance by safely excuting a u-turn along the out-and-back course.

For beginner cyclists, we recommend starting at the early start time. Typical beginner riders take eight to ten hours including stops to ride the 100-mile Stagecoach, depending on weather conditions. More advanced cyclists typically complete the entire route in under seven hours with minimal stops. The very fastest cyclists will be under six hours.  Team Time Trial teams may finish well under 5 hours in good conditions.

SPECIAL NOTE FOR BEGINNERS AND RIDERS NEW TO SHADOW TOUR:   

Shadow Tour rides are hosted in remote locations.  This optimizes natural scenery and minimizes vehicular traffic.  As a direct consequence, some riders experience a sense of isolation and feel they have been left completely alone out on the course because there are no urban areas or heavy traffic around them.  This is normal, especially on a long and unfamiliar desert century ride.  Anxiety levels also tend to rise when weather conditions make riding more difficult.

Rest assured, our courses are designed in such a way that you are never more than 9 miles (in front or to the rear) away from an on-course Rest Stop support or small community along the route.  Further, we have patrolling CHP support and our own roving SAG Wagons on the course continuously.  There are also many cyclists riding in both directions so you can flag one down if you need help.  This does not mean we can immediately evacuate every single rider at a moment's notice -- we can't--neither can any other major ride.  But we will get to you as quickly as possible if you need help. 

We strongly recommend riders unfamiliar with our course, or riders attempting their first full century, to take it "one small bite at a time".  At Stagecoach, you have the freedom to ride north on S2, and at any time, you may safely turn around and ride back south (with full Rest Stop support) to the start/finish at the Ocotillo Community Community Park.  So if you're not sure of your level of conditioning, or if weather conditions develop out on the course, as they typically do in remote sections of the desert, consider turning back early.  You have the option to reconsider.  For example, you might ride north to Rest Stop #2 near 25 miles, then return south to Ocotillo giving you 50 miles; then repeat the process to complete a full century.

Our on-course resources such as SAG vehicles, communications, and volunteers are always limited.  Don't expect a Shadow Tour vehicle to pick you up the instant you feel you cannot continue--it's simply not possible.  If you feel you need help, try calling us on your cell phone, or dial 911 if it's an emergency, try flagging down another cyclist or motorist, or simply ride or walk back to the nearest Rest Stop and let the volunteers know you need assistance.  We'll do our best to get you back to the start/finish as soon as possible.  Keep a level head out there and be patient.  Constantly ask yourself how you're doing.  Use every single rest stop for fluids and energy products, including salt (pretzels or E-Caps) and bananas and Clif energy bars (major bonk busters).  Keep an eye on the weather, your time, and how other riders are progressing.  If you have any doubt, turn back early.  You still have lots of options to have a great ride! 

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Registration:

Online and mail-in registration is open.   Click below to sign-up.

     We encourage riders to register early and SAVE BIG!

     • Concerned about committing early? Please visit our Refund/Rollover/Transfer Policy 

     Payment by Credit Card: processed online through Active.com. Riders receive a confirmation email from
     Active.com when their entry has been processed successfully. Riders without computers may call
     Active.com Customer Service at 1-877-228-4881 to register by phone.

     Payment by Check: download the registration form,  complete, sign, and mail it with a check.

      IMPORTANT EMAIL & SPAM NOTICE: All our rider correspondence is through email. Please insure we
     always have a valid email for you or a friend who can relay messages to you. Additionally, be sure your
     spam filter allows inbound email from these two sources:

     support "@" active.com  AND support "@" shadowtour.com

     Regrettably, we cannot verify bounced emails from spam filters requiring the sender (us) to actively
     respond (type a response). We are not responsible for missed emails caused by rider spam filters. We
     understand and support controls of unwanted spam. However, with thousands of emails to our riders,
     it is impossible for us to individually respond to these kinds of active response spam filters.

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Registration Categories:


2010 Stagecoach Century
  Best Deal  Super Saver    Early Bird    Standard   Saturday
      Thru
 Aug 11, '09
 Aug 12 thru
  Oct 13, '09
  Oct 14 thru
  Dec 15, '09
  Dec 16 thru
  Jan 15, '10
Jan 16, '10
Entry Only       $68         $78        $88        $98     $103
Entry + T-shirt       $78         $88        $98        $108     $113
Entry + Jersey       $123         $133        $143        $153     $158
Entry + T-shirt + Jersey       $133          $143        $153        $163     $168
Optional Extras (Includes Tax)
Post Ride Pasta Meal        $12         $12        $12        $12       $15
T-Shirt        $15         $15        $15        $15       $20
Voler Custom Jersey        $70         $70        $70        $70       $75


2010 Registration Notes

1.    Ride takes place rain or shine, wind, heat, or cold
2.    Refunds, Transfers, and Exchanges are permitted per Shadow Tour/ST Promotions Policy
3.    Lunch in Shelter Valley is included with all rides (shorter distances have lunch at the finish)
4.    “Post-Ride” pasta meals are $12 prior to the event, $15 day of event
5.    Voler Jerseys:   Riders ordering jerseys by Nov 15, '09 will receive them at packet pick-up.
       After Nov 15, '09, riders ordering jerseys receive them by mail in Mar '10 (free shipping).
6.    T-shirts: Riders ordering T-shirts receive them at packet pick-up.  Unclaimed t-shirts will be
       mailed upon receipt of $5 for shipping.
7.    All riders register as individuals, online or by mail, this includes tandems, teams, and clubs
8.    All riders select, in advance, location for their included lunch: Shelter Valley -OR- Ocotillo.
9.    Registration fee is the same for all distances.  

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Lodging

 

  • 202 Rooms and Suites
  • 20 Tropically Landscaped Acres
  • 24-Hour Coffee Shop
  • Sports Bar
  • 3 Swimming Pools
  • Full Service Athletic Club
  • Free Parking
  • Complimentary Wireless Internet
  • Centrally located

OFFICIAL HOST HOTEL :

  
            


Shadow Tour is pleased to announce the official Host Hotel for the 2010 Stagecoach Century is once again the Mission Valley Resort.  This charming, beautifully landscaped property is in the heart of Mission Valley, near San Deigo's Old Town, the birthplace of California. 

The Mission Valley Resort is a casual oasis with all you’ll need as you prep for the Winter Stagecoach Century; enjoy a bite to eat at the Valley Kitchen Restaurant, grab a bottle of water at the Valley Liquor Store, or go for a quick spin on a stationary bike at the full-service athletic club.  

We selected The Mission Valley Resort in San Diego as the Host Hotel because there are very few lodging options near the actual start/finish in Ocotillo. From the the resort, Ocotillo is about a 1 hr 20 min drive (approx. 80 mi) heading east on Interstate 8. It’s an easy and scenic drive on Saturday morning—you won’t be disappointed. The huge advantage, for all riders, is the convenient Friday afternoon packet pickup at the Mission Valley Resort Ballroom. You can pick up your packets a full day in advance, allowing you to be set to ride immediately upon arrival in Ocotillo on Saturday morning. WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE ALL RIDERS to pick up their ride packets at the hotel on Friday, January 15 th , 2010 from Noon – 8:00 P.M. All riders still have the option to pick up ride packets at the start/finish in Ocotillo on Saturday morning from 6:45 – 9:00 A.M.

The Mission Valley Resort is offering a daily rate of $69 plus tax for all Stagecoach riders, based on availability.   It's always best to book as far in advance as possible.  

To register online, please click here  to be directed to the Mission Valley reservation website and type " stagecoach " as the password.  Or you may call 800-362-7871 and mention you are a participant in the "Stagecoach Century" when booking your reservations.   Click here to visit the Mission Valley Resort website.

Mission Valley Resort San Diego
875 Hotel Circle South
San Diego, CA 92108

Mapquest Directions:  Click Here

Direct Dial:  619-298-8281
Toll Free:    800-362-7871
Fax:           619-295-5610

 


Top 10 Friday Packet Pickup BENEFITS:

1.   Avoid lines on Saturday in Ocotillo.
2.   Calmly review your rider packet, Final Rider Instructions, course maps, and other swag items.
3.   Carefully affix ride numbers to helmet and bike handlebars in advance, vastly improving the
      odds of clear identification by Brightroom photographers out on the course.
4.   Review any last minute details, maps, and instructions provided in your packet the night prior.
5.   Avoid a round trip from your car to the registration area and back on Saturday morning.
6.   Work out any registration-related issues in the relaxed environment of the expansive Mission
      Valley Resort Ballroom.
7.   Easy in & out  FREE PARKING  for packet pickup.
8.   Chance to purchase t-shirts and jerseys while most sizes are likely available.
9.   Ask questions or get information about the ride on Friday afternoon/evening when volunteers
      and staff are not so pressed for time (like they are early Saturday morning in Ocotillo).
10.  Sign up Friday at the “Regular” price. On Saturday morning, all entry categories go up $5.
       Payment only by cash or check is accepted at packet pickup on Friday and Saturday .

MORE LODGING OPTIONS:   Listed below are hotel, motel, and camping options in the vicinity of Ocotillo. The small town of Ocotillo has only modest accommodations. The primary reason Stagecoach is such a low-traffic and pristine ride is due to its isolated location. The closest hotels are in El Centro, about 27 miles east of Ocotillo via Interstate 8. Overall, these are very good options considering the distance from Ocotillo and mix of quality and affordable hotels. If you prefer to stay in San Diego on Friday night and drive out to Ocotillo early Saturday morning, there are many other hotel options available, see link to Orbitz hotel search system below.  

Hotels and Motels   Special Rates Location Miles to
Ocotillo
Telephone Link to
website
Ocotillo Trailer Park & Motel
     14 East Agate Rd
     Ocotillo, CA  92259
        Ocotillo, CA     0 760-358-7559 click here
Jacumba Hot Springs & Spa
     44500 Old Hwy 80
     Jacumba, CA  91934
$75 + tax double occ
Code:  Stagecoach
Contact: Jean
Jacumba, CA    13 619-766-4525 click here
Holiday Inn Express
     350 Smoketree Drive
     El Centro, CA  92243
$95.99 + tax
(reg rate $120 + tax)
Code: Stagecoach
Contact: Juana
El Centro, CA    27 760-352-6666 click here
El Centro Inn
     1455 Ocotillo Dr/I-8
     El Centro, CA  92243
     Cont bfst, refrg, micro in room
$45 + tax single
$55 + tax double
Code: Stagecoach
Contacts: Calista,
Susanna, Isabelle
El Centro, CA    27 760-352-5152    none
Fairfield Inn & Town Place Suites
     503 Danenburg Drive
     El Centro, CA 92243
     Cont bfst, full kitchen
$89 + tax
Code:  Stagecoach
Contact:  Matt
El Centro, CA    27 760-353-2600 click here
Comfort Inn & Suites
     2354 South Fourth St
     El Centro, CA 92243
No special rates El Centro, CA    27 760-335-3502 click here
Motel 6
     395 Smoketree Drive
     El Centro, CA  92243 
No special rates El Centro, CA    27 760-353-6766 click here
Best Western John Jay Inn
     2353 South Fourth St
     El Centro, CA  92243
10% Discount
Code:  Stagecoach
Contact:  Alex
El Centro, CA    27 760-337-8677 click here
Rodeway Inn & Suites
   455 Wake Ave
   
El Centro, CA, US, 92243
15% Discount
Code:  Stagecoach
Contact:  Alex
El Centro, CA    27 760-352-5520 click here
Pine Valley Inn
     28940 Old Highway 80
     Pine Valley, CA  91962
  Pine Valley, CA    44 619-473-8560 click here
Ayers Inn
     1251 Tavern Road
     Alpine, CA  91901
      Contl bfst, free parking
AAA Rates for riders
Code: Stagecoach
Contact:  Nicole
Alpine, CA    60 619-445-5800 click here
               Camping Sites    

Butterfield Ranch Resort
     200 RV and tent campsites
     12 Cedar Cabins (sleeps 4-8)
       4 Camping Huts (sleeps 4)
  Pull-thru RV Sites
  Full hook-ups, dump station
  Open year round, 2 club houses
  Children playground, Showers,
  Laundry Facility, Restrooms
  Fully renovated, Friendly Staff!

10% Discount
(subject to avail.)
Ask for group rates

Code: Stagecoach

Contact:  Sheila

Located on S2
about 33 miles
north of
Ocotillo

   33 760-765-1463 click here
Ocotillo RV Park
     About 10 campsites
     7 East Agate
     Ocotillo, CA  92259
     RV/Tents full hook-ups.
     restrooms, showers
  Ocotillo, CA     0 760-358-7200 click here
Jackson's Hide-away
     (about 10 campsites)
     121 West Via De Coyote
     Ocotillo, CA  92259
  Ocotillo, CA     0 760-358-7121 click here
Bureau of Land Management
      Many sites available
      Free primitive camping
      on BLM land along Shell
      Canyon Rd north of S2
      about 2 mi from Start/Finish
      No restrooms, no showers 
  Ocotillo, CA     0        N/A     N/A
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