The Ride Profile
by Robert Lindquist

RIDE 542 - Mt. Baker Hill Climb is a 24.5 mile cycling challenge for recreation and competitive cyclists of all ages.  RIDE 542 follows the Mt. Baker Highway (SR542) from the town of Glacier (e. 955ft) 24.5 miles to its terminus at Artist Point (e. 5140 ft), on the border of North Cascades National Park.   RIDE 542 leaves Glacier as a mass start time trial in three waves. A majority of merchandise proceeds go to the Ken Meyer Memorial Foundation to help support local cancer care and research.  Ride for the glory.  Ride for someone you love.  Ride for yourself.  Ride for the thrill of riding back down.  But do ride.