Los Angeles

Racing it

1. 01

   Start at Dodger Stadium

   The 07:00 start is at Dodger Stadium, and the course is point-to-point, so plan pre-dawn transport to the start and a separate way home from Century City.

   From the start time, layout

2. 02

   Ride the Rollers

   The profile is rolling with 200 m of total climb and net downhill, including rollers through Hollywood; run the ups by effort and use the downs without sprinting.

   From the elevation profile, description

3. 03

   Dress for 15C

   Typical race-day temperature is 15C, cool at 07:00 but mild once you're moving, so a light layer you can shed beats heavy gear.

   From the temperature, start time

4. 04

   Landmark Checkpoints

   The route goes from Dodger Stadium through Chinatown, Hollywood, the Sunset Strip and Rodeo Drive before finishing in Century City; use those landmarks to break up the race.

   From the description

5. 05

   Finish-Line Logistics

   Because you finish in Century City rather than at the start, set a clear meetup spot and expect post-race congestion there; this matters for spectators too.

   From the layout, description

In Los Angeles

• Race-Day Transit

  Metro Rail is often the easiest way around downtown and Hollywood when streets close; expect road closures and give yourself extra time.

• Spectator Spots

  Friends can watch in Hollywood, along the Sunset Strip, or near the Century City finish; choosing a spot near a Metro stop helps avoid traffic.

• Recover and Reset

  Recover with a gentle walk in Griffith Park or a relaxed afternoon in a neighborhood like Silver Lake; LA's sprawl makes planning your next move worthwhile.