Dan Diego 40 Posted September 13, 2017 I could use some input from those who know Big Bear well. I'm attending a 3-day bachelor party there next month and most of us are bike riders. I would like to set up an interesting 3-hour ride, to include lunch, that would be very "Big Bearish." Something between noon and 3pm on a Friday that's all pavement (there's a big mix of bikes, some cruisers). A friend mentioned a loop of the lake, but I'm guessing you guys might have some great ideas. I've heard of all the great fire roads up there, but this won't be one of those rides ? Thanks in advance. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirt dame 559 Posted September 13, 2017 Sheesh...what a short ride. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boat440 0 Posted September 13, 2017 You might want to try Seven Oaks Mountain Resort. It's about 40 miles from Big Bear off of route 38, all pavement. They have great hamburgers, chicken & beer. They are on Seven Oaks Road, in Angelus Oaks. Also you will pass Onyx Summit, which is highest highway in southern California at 8.5k ft. Please call to verify they are open on Friday's. 909 794-2917. Have a good ride. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zubb 1061 Posted September 13, 2017 First of all. Don't go to a three day bachelor party. You should know you're too old to survive such Tom-foolery with dignity intact. Second, Wierdrider and I will reconnoiter the area the weekend of September 22 and if we survive two nights in the wilderness, hard liquor, lost maps and mechanical misfortune... then I promise to bring you the charred remnants of our maps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagstr 287 Posted September 13, 2017 May I suggest the North Shore Cafe in Faunskin; followed by a visit to the Big Bear Discovery Center https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.northshorecafe.com%2F&source=maps&cd=1&usg=AFQjCNHlxsBzP2swjiJofdnMlbhx3dGNXg&ved=1i%3A1%2Ct%3A3443%2Ce%3A0%2Cp%3AUje5Wb3QCJX2jwPFw7pw%3A245 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alyeska 50 Posted September 13, 2017 Down the backside to slash X if its still open this time of year, otherwise just find a good pub, not much riding on the street up there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan Diego 40 Posted September 13, 2017 Thanks, folks. We plan to get the ride out of the way the first few hours we're there as...well, there might be drinkin' and shenanigans. Some of the guys are coming from far away on their bikes and wanted to see BB. Your suggestions are much appreciated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dress4Less 162 Posted September 13, 2017 12 hours ago, Dan Diego said: I'm attending a 3-day bachelor party there next month and most of us are bike riders. Can't wait for the forthcoming "Pics" and "RR" of this adventure Double D... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dress4Less 162 Posted September 13, 2017 1 hour ago, alyeska said: Down the backside to slash X if its still open this time of year, otherwise just find a good pub, not much riding on the street up there. Two years ago in June I did a solo ride down the backside of BB and found the Slash X. When I pulled into the parking lot there were at least 25 Harleys parked outside. I was pretty thirsty, so I ventured inside for a couple of cold ones. When I walked through the side door there were 25+ people...mostly all of them were wearing MONGULS vests! I was a little nervous to say the least but, no harm-no foul and the cold ones hit the spot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan Diego 40 Posted September 13, 2017 2 hours ago, Dress4Less said: Can't wait for the forthcoming "Pics" and "RR" of this adventure Double D... I think you pretty much nailed the scheduled entertainment...?? with that last part... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan Diego 40 Posted September 20, 2017 Question: Best way to ride BB lake: Clockwise or counter? Or maybe it doesn't matter at all? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bp619 104 Posted September 20, 2017 Counter more scenic i think Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oracle 195 Posted September 21, 2017 I have a detailed trail map of the entire Big Bear and Lake Arrowhead area. I'll take some pics and text them to you. Save the pics on your phone, then you can zoom in on any and all areas of the map. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dan Diego 40 Posted September 21, 2017 21 hours ago, Oracle said: I have a detailed trail map of the entire Big Bear and Lake Arrowhead area. I'll take some pics and text them to you. Save the pics on your phone, then you can zoom in on any and all areas of the map. Perfect. Thanks, LB Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stageracer 1 Posted September 29, 2017 I have some GPX tracks for that area. PM me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mr.JAJA 380 Posted September 29, 2017 BB down (North) the 18 to Lucerne valley, west to Apple valley and up the hill 173 - 138 to Crestline /BB. The BB lake loop is a 45 minute loop with a Bicycle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites