Back by popular demand! Mt. Umn
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We are going up Mt. Umu, slightly easier from the back side (not much). A new starting point of Los Gatos High School Parking lot on New York Ave (not the one you guys go shop at).
We'll head south towards Almaden, then proceed to climb the catagory HC climbs on Hicks from the south, regrouping at the first parking lot, and heads up to the top on Mt. Umn road. This is a very challenging climb, toughest in bay area. Super steep of >22% in stretches. total climb will be ~5000 ft in 38 miles. The downhill coming back on Hicks is even more nasty. Go slow as its super steep.
Note:
🚩 Ride start: Los Gatos High School parking lot, off New York Ave. arrive by 8:00am, roll at 8:15am sharp (Led by Vincent)
116 New York Ave, Los Gatos, CA 95030
Ride Map:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40103935
Mt. Umu from Los Gatos 38.0 mi 5000 ft
SPEED: 16+ mph on moderate terrain and distance, >1w/lb sustained power effort
SKILL LEVEL: Experienced and training focused
This is not a NO_DROP ride. Pack will wait a reasonable time at re-group point, but each rider must be able to maintain 16 mph equivalent effort to keep up with the pack.
BE PREPARED: Bring cue sheet (above), water (2 bottles), gels, bars, spare tubes (with the correct stem length for carbon wheels), pump/CO2 cartridges, tools, sunblock lotion, and additional clothing for any weather changes.