Shakeout by the Shore
- Del Mar Polo Fields 14989 Via De La Valle Del Mar, CA, 92014 United States (map)
Shakeout by the Shore is back for year two as your unofficial warmup before BWR California on Sunday, May 3rd. Rolling out on Friday May 1, 2026 from the BWR Venue at Del Mar Polo fields at Surf Sports Park 14989 Via De La Valle, Del Mar, CA, United States.
We started the Shakeout tradition back in 2021 in San Elijo Hills when BWR was based in San Marcos. When the race moved to Del Mar last year, we followed it to the coast. Same concept, new terrain.
This is your chance to spin out the travel legs, get familiar with the area, and connect with the community before race weekend. We'll trace the shoreline, hit some hidden dirt, and keep it casual before Sunday's suffer fest.
Expect good vibes and a relaxed pace. It's a shakeout ride, not a throw down. Show up, loosen up, and dial in before the real chaos begins.
Schedule
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2026 Route
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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.
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