Kudos to all of the rookie double century finishers! Here's a list of the riders who told us it was their first time: Tom Broad, Susan Bump, Michael Currie, Mark Dolginoff, Veronica Dyson, Gary Germain, Howard Hayslett, Don Johnston, Richard Leming, Kerry Sullivan Nino, Casey Sakamoto, Todd Sloan, Eileen Swanson, Brandon Tinianov, and Benjamin Waters

Special congratulations to Kim Ziebell, whose strength and determination drove her to the finish in spite of suffering a nasty fall in the rain. YOU GO GIRL!!!

Heartfelt thank yous to the AWESOME, GENEROUS, FRIENDLY AND TIRELESS volunteers, most of whom stood out in the rain for part of the day, who made this Solvang Double Century the very best ever!
Rider Check-In: Brian Bowling, Deborah Bowling, Reed Finfrock and Mark Patten
Course marker: Judith Gustafson
CP#1: Nina Bartolai, Reed Finfrock, Peggy Jantz, Mark Patten, Laura Perone and Chuck Phillips
CP#2: Anny Beck, Dan Crain, Lydia Foster, Andrew Griffice, Paul Haussler and Robin Oswald
Morro Bay Chip Stop: Juliana Austin-Olsen and Rod Atkinson
CP#3: Frank Neal, Sebastian Leroy, Fabienne Maurer, Ghislaine Maurer, Doug Patterson and Clay Sharp
CP#4: Joe Awe, Reed Finfrock, Jae Honda and Mark Patten
CP#5: Nina Bartolai, Lydia Foster, Andrew & Judith Gustafson and Chuck Phillips
Finish: Deborah Bowling and Michael Collier
Roving SAG: Brian Bowling, Victor Cooper, Dan Crain, Paul Haussler, Kevin Kay, Peter Meyer, Laura Perone, Chuck Phillips, Mike Rathwell and Eric Smtih.
Sunday Staff Ride SAG: Anny Beck and Tom Parkes

Click here to check out photos taken by SAG driver and professional photographer, Eric Smith.

Click here to check out photos taken by SAG driver, Victor Cooper.

Here's what riders had to say:

"The Planet Ultra Solvang Double Century was the greatest ride I have been on. The SAG personnel was unbelievable. The checkpoints were amazing. Food, friends, and lots of support -- what more could you ask for! You're the best, and all supported rides should take a look at what you do, because you're the very best! Thank you!" - Tom Broad, Yuba City, CA

"I wanted to thank you for your time and awesome support on my first Double. It was a fabulous experience.  I look forward to riding with your company in future events. The sag support was TREMENDOUS. I never felt alone." - Susan Bump, Redwood City, CA

"Oh yea...I'm hooked now!" - Paul Gallien, Tahoe City, CA

"I'd like to thank the organizers and all those who worked in support of the Solvang double century ride. The SAG vehicles were a comforting presence, particularly for first timers like me. The people working the stations not only provided nourishment, technical assistance and encouragement, but lent a festive quality to the ride as well. As a product of Woodstock Nation, I found a lot of soul mates on Planet Ultra. I'm very much looking forward to future Planet Ultra events. You guys rock (and roll)." - Don Johnston, Pleasanton, CA

"Just wanted to comment on what a great time I had completing my first 'Double' there in Solvang.  Having it stop raining just short of Morro Bay, and then getting the (wind) push back to Solvang was an added bonus.  The rest stops seemed to be in just the right locations, and the supplements (Hammer Products) provided, as well as the food, worked just right. I think I found a new hobby. 12 hours in the saddle.  My friends think I'm crazy. Thanks again." - Todd Sloan, Santa Rosa, CA

"Thank you again for a wonderfully organized and supported event. You started us off with almost balmy conditions, and then threw in some rain
so that we would appreciate the sunshine and world class tailwinds on the return from Morro Bay! Even with wet feet, the return from Morro was
incredible. ... You guys are GREATLY appreciated by the cycling community. I hear it all the time in person and on the forums about how well you guys put on events and how much people enjoy them. Thank you, thank you, thank you! I also personally think you're doing the right things with your safety
requirements." - Mike Sturgill, Phoenix, AZ

"I just wanted to thank all of you for putting on such a great event.  Despite the rain I really enjoyed the ride and the SAG support was amazing. Every time I turned around the support was there.  A woman who I was attending to after a crash had the SAG appear in 3 minutes. You guys are the best.
Thanks again for all of your hard work." - Thomas Wong, Westlake Village, CA

"Thanks for a super-great ride. Support staff was upbeat and encouraging, despite having to stand in the rain for 4 hours-ish. Thanks to the rest stop staffer at Morro Bay (I didn't get his name) who changed my flat for me and got me back on the road when I was feeling discouraged. I enjoyed myself (except maybe for the rain part) greatly." - Tawny Yambrovich, Davis, CA

Solvang Double Century Results

25 riders started in the 7:30am group and rode for time:

357 riders completed the course within the 18 hour time limit.