South Bay Bike Path at Dockweiler State Beach
South Bay Bike Path at Dockweiler State Beach
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South Bay Bike Path at Dockweiler State Beach
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5.0
(53)
Road cycling
5.0
(1)
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Dockweiler State Beach
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September 15, 2024
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Distance 406 m
Uphill 0 m
Downhill 10 m
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