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"This is a steep up and down. You'll encounter a mix of deteriorating <br /> pavement, gravel and dirt in the first couple miles up. The ocean will be at <br /> your back, but make sure you stop every once in awhile to look back and <br /> take in some of the scenery. On your way up, you'll pass a port-o-potty on <br /> the right. Good if nature calls and you didn't pick up beforehand. The <br /> ascent is steady and relentless. There isn't much to see on your way up <br /> otherwise. Montara Mountain peaks with a slew of tranmitter towers to <br /> keep you company while you catch your breath. Your reward for the sweat <br /> equity fronted is a long, fast downhill. Make sure you check your brakes <br /> before you head up. I didn't check mine before my ride and it was a white-<br /> knuckled ride back trying to squeeze any bit of stopping power out of my <br /> mechanical disc brakes. There are some rocky sections and some sandy <br /> corners so stay focused and don't overestimate your abilities less you want <br /> your bike to fly perilously off the side of the mountain a 100 feet down. Be <br /> sure to layer as I began my ride in sunshine, but the top was covered with <br /> fog and mist. In summary, a definite workout up, but the ride down will get <br /> your blood pumpin! Happy Trails!"
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Montara Mountain
Montara Mountain