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Taking place every Saturday morning, the Shootout was named one of the best group rides in the country by Bicycling Magazine. The ride starts from the University of Arizona mall on University between Park and Euclid at 6:30 a.m. The ride rolls out easy for the first 10 miles but once the ride crosses Valencia it is game on. Get ready for a fast bike ride! The ride ranges in size from 60 to 150+ riders.

Saguaro East and Pistol Hill is a classic Tucson ride with spectacular views and fun, twisty turns with a solid climb in the middle. The highlight is Saguaro East National Monument, which boasts one of the largest populations of Saguaro Cacti in the world. Pistol Hill is a short climb at the end of the out and back that offers a great view of the Tucson Valley and the Santa Rita Mountain Range. Distances range from 48-65+ miles with approximately 2,500-3,500 feet of climbing.

With distances ranging from 32-42 miles with 500-1,500 feet of climbing, you can join this ride at different points along the loop. Regardless of which route you choose, we recommend finishing up at El Mercado and having lunch at Seis Kitchen.

Head into the beautiful grasslands of Southern Arizona at Parker Canyon Lake. This ride is 48 miles with 3,800 feet of climbing.

Biking up Mount Lemmon Highway is an epic ride that will rival some of the best climbs across the country. Mile markers and elevation signs mark your progress, while the amazing views up to the high alpine forest help take your mind off the uphill challenge. You’ll ascend nearly 5,500 feet, climbing at a 5-8% grade over the 20.8 miles, finishing in the small ski town of Summerhaven. The reward for your efforts is a fun descent on the impeccable pavement with long, sweeping turns.

131 miles of trail parallel dry riverbeds on pristine blacktop with minimal climbing that links together all of Tucson. Learn more at tucsonloop.org

Calling all BLC golf enthusiasts! Immerse yourself in the Sonoran Desert with a round of golf at either of the Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge’s two championship courses: the Mountain Course and the Canyon Course.

Special attendee rates:
$234 for tee times before 2:00 p.m.
$165 twilight rate starting at 2:00 p.m.
To book tee times, please call 520-577-4015 or email Kevin Christian, PGA at kchristian@ventanacanyonclub.com

BLC attendees are also welcome to hone their skills at the Ventana Canyon Club and Lodge’s state-of-the-art practice facility, available for $20 per guest. Dress code: golf shorts/pants and collared shirts for men; golf shirts or blouses for women.

To book tee times, please call 520-577-4015 or email Kevin Christian, PGA at kchristian@ventanacanyonclub.com