California Coast Classic Bike Tour (CCC) is an annual scenic bike ride, held annually since 2000 in the

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. It is held over eight days and covers 525 miles along the coast on

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. The Tour starts at the

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and ends on the strand of

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. The CCC is limited to 250 riders to raise funds annually for the

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. The self-paced pedaling travel is open to cyclists of all levels including

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riders.

References

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