LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

Getting there ● Fly direct from Heathrow to Phoenix daily (it takes around 10 hours). Patagonia is 170 miles, or three hours’ drive, south. Or stay in Tucson, an hour closer to Phoenix, and drive out daily to Patagonia. Where to eat ● There’s excellent pizza at Velvet Elvis (www.velvetelvislamision.com). You can get authentic and cheap Mexican food from Elisa Tamales and Tacos (www.instagram.com/_tamaleselisa). Gathering Grounds (https://gatheringgroundsaz.com) is a great dinner option. The local store is well-stocked for self-catering. Patagonia Lumber Co’s huge range of exotic brews is not to be missed. (www.patagonialumberco.com). Where to stay ● Local race organisers Heidi and Xander run The Gravel House (www.thegravelhouse.com), an upscale hostel with private rooms, a communal kitchen and secure bike storage. They also rent out a larger house nearby for…

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Cycling Plus (Digital) - 1 Issue, March 2025

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