[Day] Thursday [Schedule] 
Athletes will leave for the ride start today around 9am. The ride begins an hour later, 16 miles out from the base of Kitt Peak. After warming up on easy rolling desert terrain, a 12 mile climb averaging around 6% will begin. The challenging gradient will increase to nearly 10% at its steepest point. Try not to torque yourself out of the pedals! During this 12 mile climb you will have time to perfect your climbing technique along with getting to see the beautiful desert vistas below. Similarly to the other climbs, a section may be timed for those trying to push their limits. Go after it! Once the group reaches the scenic pine trees at the top, coaches will go over descending techniques before heading back down the mountain. This ride will have options of 40 or 60 miles. Athletes will be provided with yet another delightful lunch accompanied by power data recall around 2:30pm. Tonight athletes will get to pick their own mouthwatering Tucson local restaurant.