Amsterdam could easily be considered the bicycle capital of the world. With more bicycles located within the city limits than people, the title couldn’t be more fitting.

A 200 mile ride, otherwise known as a double century, can be a challenging landmark to surpass for any cyclist from the novice to the seasoned rider. For some, spending well over 10 hours (likely closer to 16 hours) cycling in one day, may sound like pure torture. However, for others the feat proves to be an irresistible and all too alluring not to attempt.

With a perfectly calm 70 degree day, this proved to be an incredibly somber but uplifting ride with the ultimate mid-way meal stop at Neptune’s Net.

There really is nothing comparable to riding south along the Pacific coast of California on a bicycle. The views of the vast Pacific are world class.

Go for a climb and a great piece of pie at Mt Wilson!

Get out of the city by train and cruise by bicycle all the way back home!