Need location suggestion for first century. Located in Phx, AZ and willing to drive

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Hi All, any suggestions on where to do my first century next weekend? I’m based out of Phoenix and would prefer flat, low altitude, and cool. I’ll be making this into a mini-vacation so I’m willing to drive.

My only thought so far is San Diego?

Thanks,
Kyle

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Also, bonus points for having the route be on a protected bike lane or similar

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Hi and thanks for that info. That looks like a great fit. My primary cycling discipline is not century type riding so I’m trying to make it as easy as possible on myself.

Is the traffic on the santa ana river trail pretty mild as far as other cyclists/runners? of the san diego bike paths are so crowded and the inland ones can be quite hot!

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The Loop in Tucson?

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Thank you! Good information for sure. Just curious- why should I not park in Corona?

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This is (more or less) where I did my first 100 miler. Spent most of the day on a really nice bike path. Temperatures might not be cool, but definitely a few degrees lower than Phoenix.

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Whoa, wild. I had no idea so thanks for the heads up

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thats a good idea! Good loop for sure