The Kettle Ride:
"Road ride meeting at The Kettle Resturaunt in Manhattan Beach, CA. Heads North to the bathrooms at Ocean Park and the bike path in Venice approx. 7:45a arrival (meeting place for Santa Monica area riders). Continues North to Temescal Canyon and then out onto PCH. Once on PCH the ride heats up frequently averaging 27 - 30+ mph all the way to a sprint at the Cross Creek bridge in Malibu. Topanga Canyon is a common climbing variation half way to Cross Creek. Some call it a day at the Creek while others continue on North with many variations (usually involving multiple climbs in the Santa Monica Mountains). Minimum ride distace is 50 miles, usually 80+ and 100 miles runs not uncommon. This ride can be very aggressive, good pack riding skills and a high fitness level are essential."