Close a freeway with 2000 other riders in this century ride leaving from Fresno, California. For the adventurous, pair with a half marathon the following day. The route leads out of the city into the foothills of Piedra and Squaw Valley. With over 3000ft (930m) of elevation gain, the route features a challenging climb at roughly the half-way point after which that hard-earned elevation gain pays off in the gentle loss of altitude all the way to the finish.