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About Bike around the Buttes
Bike around the Buttes was started in 1984 by a man named Leroy Erwin,
a type 1 diabetic. The original ride was from Yuba City to the
Redding/Red Bluff area, but it was quickly deemed to be too long and 
intense for the average rider.

We are proud to be celebrating our 27th year in 2012, and all of our proceeds still
go to directly benefit diabetics in our community.

Today’s ride consists of three courses around the Sutter Buttes.  
We have a 17.5 mile course, a 40 mile course, and a 100 mile course.  
Our ride comes with rest stops along the way, support and gear vehicles 
in case of emergency, and includes a BBQ lunch and live music after the ride.  





                                                                             The 17.5 mile course—The Fun Ride
                                                                             Start Time: 8:00 a.m. to 11 a.m. 
                                                                             The fun ride is an easy course that is great for families and beginners 
                                                                             that are looking for a nice ride through the country as you follow Pass Road right through 
                                                                             the Buttes.  There is one rest stop for this ride at the half way marker.











The 40 mile course—The Classic
Start Time: 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 
The classic course is designed for a more seasoned rider, looking for a fun and slightly challenging,
beautiful ride around the buttes. Following the old stage coach route from Colusa to Sutter, this 
course takes you along Pass Road, this ride offers beautiful vistas of the Buttes all along your 
journey.  There are three rest stops along the way fully stocked to help keep you going.








                                                                              The 100 mile course—The Century
                                                                              Start Time: 7:00 a.m. to 7:55 a.m.
                                                                              The Century course is designed for the avid, experienced rider. It is comprised of a 60 mile 
                                                                              and 40 mile loop with five rest stops along the way. Enjoy all the beautiful views of the 40 
                                                                              mile course, as well as a tour of the best views Meridian has to offer, then ride along the 
                                                                              Sacramento River to round out your ride. There is a complementary 5 minute
                                                                              after ride massage included with this ride, as well as specialty energy sustaining 
                                                                              foods such as GU Gel at our rest stops. Our Century map has even been refined to be an
                                                                              excellent resource to the expert cyclist.
                                                                              NEW THIS YEAR! Check out our souvenier booth this year for the introduction of the 
                                                                              “I Conquered the Century Course” “Bike around the Buttes 2012” t-shirt available to 100 
                                                                              mile cyclists only!






Day of Ride Registration is always available!  
This year our merchandise will be expanding from the standard event t-shirt, to include hats, and more! 
Check out our Products page for more information!  

Our delicious BBQ lunch is catered by the Loyal Order of the Moose and live music is provided by the Usual Suspects.



Volunteers are always needed!
Looking for a hotel during your visit to our beautiful city? 
 Check out Travelodge for a special rate!

At the bottom of the small tan reservation box look for the
 blue link: "special rates and codes" link and enter "L10" in the rate code box

Rates are $55.00 per night for 1 or 2 beds

You can also make your reservation by calling 
530-790-7066 and using the code "Bike around the Buttes"