This will be the unofficial SDMB Pre-ride for the official 24 Hours in the Old Pueblo.
We will be meeting in the area where the exchange tent normally is.  Stay on Willow Springs Rd. and keep right after the arch (google has you turn left after the arch, dont do it!) After the 8 mile mark, take a left (almost) u-turn and head west for 1.6 miles.

We will gather around 9am, do a last call for our raffle ticket sales, and have our drawing.
After the drawing, we will start sending out riders in waves. The advance group will start us out. This group will know their way and have a mostly non-stop pace. Please keep all cattle gates closed after you pass through. Next up, the intermediate riders, this group will have a few stops at key locations. We will also know our way (or keep up with someone who does) and will also be keeping the gates closed after we pass through.
The beginner friendly ride will start next. More stops on this ride, and we will have a few leads and sweeps to make sure everyone keeps on course. All cattle gates will be closed after we pass through.  

All of the riders will be required to wear a helmet along with a properly maintained bike. Riders will have plenty of water/electrolytes and snacks for them to complete a 17-mile ride. Riders will also be responsible to know where they are going or team up with someone who does.

Registration is not required. Just show up and pick your group.