Glendora to Baldy Village cycling on an overcast Memorial Day

GMR is by far my favorite road climb (and descent!) on the east side of LA. It really checks all the boxes for me: Steady climb, scenic mountain views, twisty fast descent, and on a day like today (Memorial Day 2024) the road is closed to motorized traffic but open to cyclists and pedestrians. I'm not sure if it's closed like this all holidays or just the major ones, but in either case it's a very nice feeling to have the road to ourselves.
This time we weren't sure exactly how far up we planned to climb but packed a little extra water, snacks and clothing just in case. We ended up climbing just past Mt. Baldy village before turning back downhill and ended up doing about 45 miles with 5633 feet of elevation gain. If you go this route make sure to stop at the baldy village lodge, to refill water or grab a drink and lunch.
Road bike check:
Specialized Tarmac SL6 Sport
105 mechanical 2x11
Roval C38 wheels with IRC formula HL 700x30
Orucase Mini frame bag (Usually for my gravel bike)
Cannondale Synapse Alloy
105 mechanical 2x11
Roval c38 wheels with Vittoria Cross N.EXT 700x30
Revalate designs jerrycan top tube bag (also usually for her gravel bike)
Always appreciate the views! Stay safe out there homies, go enjoy some time outside!

[@robertmills6772]

Great ride. How many miles is it? And is your route available online? Thank you.

[@tronsteezz]

Thanks Robert the route we took was about 45 miles and 5600ft of climbing. You can find it easily by checking Google maps. Start at glendora mountain road near palm in glendora and take it up to glendora ridge road and continue straight until you reach baldy village. Have fun out there!

[@chuckwalla2967]

Can I do that on a cheap hybrid bike? I'm very strong.

[@tronsteezz]

Go for it! I believe in you!