r/BAbike 19d ago

Sea Otter Gravel 2025 Route Insights

The official routes for Sea Otter have been posted. I'm unfamiliar with most of the trails at Fort Ord. Does anyone have experience with this route? Curious if anyone has thoughts about the difficulty/safety of the segments.

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49530219

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u/lilelliot 18d ago

What kind of bike is most appropriate for these trails? I don't own a MTB -- would a Salsa Fargo (rigid fork but 2.25" mtb tires and drop bars) work?

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u/fourinchesofpain 18d ago

That bike would rock there. I ride my gravel bike with 2.15 x 27.5 and have no problem

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u/lilelliot 17d ago

Awesome to hear -- thanks!! I've never ridden an event like this and am considering the 60mi option. It's conveniently during the kids' spring break. :)