 Photo Gallery 2004 |
It was a truly picturesque day in Alpine for our 4th Annual event with
outstanding weather.
We took many pictures and
we want to share a few with you.
Check-In It's 6:00am and riders are making their way through paperwork at the registration area. |
Route Map Discussing the route on the roads around Alpine. |
Viejas Support Charlie Brown, representing the Viejas Band of Kumeyaay Indians, greeting the Metric Century riders and thanking them for their support. |
Awaiting Metric Start Awaiting start Metric Century riders gathering near the starting line. |
Cyclo-Vets One of the many clubs that participated in the event. Here they are waiting for the start of the Metric Century ride. |
At The Start Riders listening to the final instructions and announcements before the start of the ride. |
And We're Off Early morning start of the Metric Century ride. |
Onto Alpine Blvd. Turning onto Alpine Boulevard for the ride east through the Viejas reservation. |
Going Away Sheriff volunteers performing traffic control for the riders. Support was provided by sheriff, highway patrol, and medical personnel. |
Across Willow Road Typical Alpine morning as the riders cross a freeway bridge just east of town. |
Tandem Past Viejas  One of several tandem riders that joined the ride. A wave as they pass the Viejas Outlet Center. |
On The First Leg  A group of Metric Century riders passing through Viejas. |
The Rest Is Over  A short rest, a drink of water, a few jocular remarks and then back on the road. |
All Types Of Bikes  A variety of bicycles were present at the ride this year. |
30-Mile Checking-In  With the Metric Century riders on their way, the 30-Mile riders start through the check-in process. |
30-Mile Awaiting Start  Listening to the singing of the National Anthem prior to the start. |
30-Mile Off The Start  Singing and announcements over, the riders leave the Start Line. |
30-Mile Turn Onto Alpine Blvd.  It was a beautiful day for a ride. |
30-Mile Through Town Two 30-Mile riders going through the intersection at the center of downtown Alpine. |
30-Mile Out Of Town  Leaving Alpine and heading east. |
5-Mile Youngest Rider  The youngest rider, or should I say passenger, on the 5-Mile Family Ride. |
5-Mile Tandem Ride A tandem family leaving the starting area in the 5-Mile Family Ride. |
5-Mile Starting Out 5-Mile Family Ride participants riding on Alpine Boulevard. |
After The Ride Bicyclist returning to the park after the 30-Mile Ride. |
Greeter Dick At the completion of the ride, a participant was congratulated by Kiwanian Dick Rabell. |
Vendors In The Park Food, drinks, massages, raffle prizes, and vendors in the park after the ride. |
Roel Food Wagon Free lunch was prepared by our Presenting Sponsor, Roel Construction Company. |
Happy Group A happy group after the 30-Mile Ride. Ed Paul, the event's Co-Chairman, is in the center. |
In The Trees It was a warm day and the tree shade was a welcome relief. |
Relax In The Park  Relaxing with friends and food in the park. |
Gordy-Al Gordy Shields, 86 years old and riding in the Metric Century, with Alpine Kiwanis President Al Martinez. Gordy received a certificate for the "Most Experienced Rider". |
Music In The Park Music in the park was provided by Mike Gilmore - perfect for the afternoon. |
New Shirt Design The 2004 Viejas Alpine Challenge logo was presented. Here it is on the front of the complimentary Ride Day t-shirt. |
Scholarship Recipients  Two of the Scholarship Fund recipients helping at the event, Emily Hacker and Marcus Andreoli. |
AC Support People Many thanks to all that made the event a success from a few of the volunteers and event staff. See You Next Year! |
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