Shakeout by the Shore: Your unofficial warmup for the madness of BWR California, where legs spin easy, but minds plot Sunday’s chaos. Held on Thursday, April 24, 2025, this Gravelstoke classic is back with a refreshed twist for Del Mar’s unroad fanatics.
Casual on the surface? Sure—until you realize it’s the perfect sneak peek at the pain train ahead. Nervous chatter, gravel whispers, and a splash of banter are all part of the recipe. Skip it, and you may as well hand over your purple card now.
This year, we’re rolling out from Glen Park in Cardiff by the Sea, then return to The Lost Abbey Confessional where post-ride brews await all sinners and sandbaggers. We’ll trace the shoreline, explore secret dirt paths, and “pretend” it’s just a fun little spin—while really scoping the competition and perfecting our Sunday excuses.
Expect chilled vibes, frothy Lost Abbey ales, and legs that spin… until they don’t. Spoiler: this is no ordinary shakeout. Join us and be spared.
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Schedule
Arrive at the Glen Park at 5:45 PM
Welcome and ride start 6 PM
Ride finish 7:30 - 8 PM
Post-ride gathering at The Confessional 8 - 9 PM
2025 Route
EQUIPMENT
Bring your drop bar bike with tires 40mm and up for maximum fun. Please ride completely self-sufficient with a hand pump, CO2 cartridges, extra tubes, and other appropriate trailside repair gear. Tubeless setup is strongly advised.
Locations
Ride start Glen Park Cardiff by the Sea
Use street parking in Cardiff
Post-ride The Confessional by The Lost Abbey
2026 Gravelstoke x Voler Super Cargo Bib is a high performance bib short with a 6+ hour chamois, integrated leg grippers, wide bib straps, and three cargo pockets for comfort and durability on long rides.