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The "Endurance Capital of the World!"

Auburn is known (by official City Council proclamation) as the "Endurance Capital of the World'. The community plays host to the world-famous Western States 100-mile endurance run, the Tevis Cup 100-mile endurance horse ride and the Auburn World's Toughest Half and International Triathlon events. Visit the web site for details.

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Lodging

HOST HOTEL

AUBURN LODGING

The Holiday Inn Auburn is the favored choice in Auburn - located right in the heart of Auburn adjacent to Interstate-80. This is the most upscale option in the region, an enclosed building with outstanding accomodations, a beautiful courtyard with swimming pool and jacuzzi, a fitness center and a Marie Callendars restaurant attached.

Comfort Inn & Suites - 1875 Auburn Ravine Rd (West on Foresthill Rd I-80 exit): 530-885-1800. Bradventures rate of $94.99 (Regular $114). Take the Foresthill Rd exit off I-80, Left over freeway. (From East turn right off exit) and continue straight over the freeway onto Auburn Ravine Rd. Comfort Inn is 200 meters past the freeway on the right as you descend the hill. Swimming pool, spa, non-smoking rooms, cable TV. Mention "Auburn Triathlon" for the special rate.

Super 8 Motel - 140 E Hillcrest Dr (West off Foresthill Rd exit I-80 exit): 888-8808. Bradventures rate of $69 two beds or $59 for one bed! From the West, take Foresthill Rd I-80 exit, turn Left over freeway (From East turn right off exit), go right at the Bowman Rd traffic light, then quick left on E Hillcrest Dr. Click here for details on this nice venue. Pool, jacuzzi, non-smoking rooms, cable, ask for fridge/micro room. Walking distance to several restaurants and Raley’s supermarket, right off I-80. Mention "Auburn Triathlon" for the special rate.

Foothills Motel - 530-885-8444. 13431 Bowman Rd (I-80 Foresthill Exit adjacent to Super 8). From west take I-80 to Foresthill Rd exit, turn L off exit crossing over freeway, then quick R on Bowman Rd freeway frontage Rd. From east take I-80 to Foresthill Rd exit, R off ramp, immediate R on Bowman Rd. Notice Foothills Motel on a hilltop on L side of road. This pet-friendly (in smoking rooms) motel offers reasonable rates starting at $60, an $8 savings off the normal rate. Mention "Auburn Triathlon" for the special rate.

Powers Mansion Inn - 530-885-1166. An elegant bed and breakfast in heart of downtown Auburn. Rates from $169-$299 with discounts TBA for AIT athletes. Walking distance to great dining like Miya Sushi and Luigis. 164 Cleveland Ave, Auburn, 95603.

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Auburn Dining

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Awful Annies – 530-888-9857. 160 Sacramento St in Old Town Auburn. Incredible breakfast spot in Old Town Auburn with over 100 choices of nice delicious and large size meals. The place to go on Sunday morning along with Latitudes 10am brunch.

Bootlegger's - 530-889-2229. Upscale continental cuisine, right off I-80 in Old Town Auburn. From motels, exit I-80 westbound at Nevada St and turn Right for a 270 degree turn back over freeway bridge. Turn Right on Maple St right below giant courthouse, veer Left as you proceed down the hill and you will dump right into old town at the historic fire station. Bootleggers is right behind that fire station.

Eden Valley - 530-889-9303. Ecletic and healthy Continental cuisine right in the middle of downtown, at the split of High St and Lincoln Way. Across from clock tower and bank thermometer clock.. From motels, exit I-80 westbound at Elm Ave. From wraparound exit you will turn R and cross back over I-80. Proceed downhill to signal light at High St and turn Right. Proceed thru town until you approach the bank thermometer sign and the road splits like a Y. Remain right and the restaurant is on the apex of the turn, across from the bank thermometer.

Ikeda's Burger Bar and Orchard Market – 530-885-4243. They have a variety of healthy, creative quick meals like Teriyaki chicken or tofu rice bowls, veggie and tofu burgers. Also enjoy their fresh fruit&vegetables, delicious salsas, sauces, homemade cookies and pies and much more! Ikedas is adjacent to I-80 on the Lincoln Way freeway frontage Rd (mile 53 on bike course). From motels or from I-80, turn Left on Lincoln Way from Foresthill Rd intersection (Raley's, etc). Proceed on Lincoln Way past Raleys and motels to Sylvan stop sign and notice Ikeda's building right there.

Latitudes - 530-885-9535. Delicious, home cooked healthy food by owners Pat and Pete. Monthly specials from all over the planet. Right across from Courthouse above Old Town.. From motels exit I-80 westbound at Nevada St and turn Right for a 270 degree turn back over freeway bridge. Quick left at stop sign (Maple St) directly below giant courthouse. Park quickly after that Left turn as you notice Latitudes on the left side (across from courthouse) in large white Victorian house.

Luigi's - 530-885-8801. Excellent Italian food downtown on Lincoln Way near Elm St and I-80. Totally packed on race weekend so plan ahead! From Overlook turn Right out lot, R on High St, R on Lincoln Way (downtown at the Clock Tower). When you start heading uphill past the tightly packed shops, you will notice Luigi’s on the left side. From motels, exit I-80 westbound at Elm Ave. From wraparound exit you will turn R and cross back over I-80. Go straight through the signal lite at High St/Hwy 49 and then veer Right onto Harrison Ave (by train hobby shop). Proceed to Lincoln Way and turn Right. Luigi’s is immediately on your right before Cleveland St and the tightly packed shops.

Maria's Mexican Tacos – 530-823-8540. Healthy, delicious Mexican food made authentically by owner Maria Moreno and her family. On Bowman Rd next to the bowling alley just east of Foresthill Rd I-80 exit. Walking distance from Super 8 and Comfort Inn. From motels proceed east on Bowman Rd (Freeway frontage Rd) past Comfort Inn and Super 8 (closer to mountains). Notice bowling alley signs set back from frontage road and Maria’s is a free standing building also setback from Bowman Rd, adjacent to bowling alley. Luther Rd is TOO FAR.

Miya Sushi - 530-823-1252. Japanese entrees and sushi bar in downtown Auburn next to Luigis. From Overlook turn Right out lot, R on High St, R on Lincoln Way (downtown at the Clock Tower). When you start heading uphill past the tightly packed shops, you will notice Miya Sushi on the left side. From motels, exit I-80 westbound at Elm Ave. From wraparound exit you will turn R and cross back over I-80. Go straight through the signal lite at High St/Hwy 49 and then veer Right onto Harrison Ave (by train hobby shop). Proceed to Lincoln Way and turn Right. Miya Sushi is immediately on your right before Cleveland St and the tightly packed shops.

Old Town Pizza - 530-888-7600 Off I-80 at Maple St Old Town Auburnexit. Nice atmosphere, tasty thick crust. From motels, exit I-80 westbound at Nevada St and turn Right for a 270 degree turn back over freeway bridge. Turn Right on Maple St right below giant courthouse, veer Left as you proceed down the hill and you will dump right into old town at the historic fire station. Turn Left, pass thru center town square (where the movie Phenomenon was filmed with Johnny Travolta) and then notice Old Town Pizza below the awesome breakfast spot Awful Annies.

Pacha Mamas - 530-823-0909. Amazing new healthy, organic vegetarian restaurant with exotic hand-made wraps and smoothies - definitely the spot for an adventurous, health conscious eater. Located in downtown Auburn inside the Gold Country Mall, near the Clock tower at the junction of High St and Lincoln Way. 884 Lincoln Way.

Pasquale T's offers excellent Italian food and gelato ice cream. New downtown Auburn location right next to the Clock Tower and central town intersection - High St/Hwy 49 and Lincoln Way. Call 530-888-8440. From I-80 and Highway 49, proceed North on 49 through town. There is a public parking lot on High St just past the Clock Tower. Pasquale T's is behind and above the Clock Tower.

Click Here for a Complete List of Auburn area restaurants.

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Auburn Bike Shops

Cambria Bicycle Emporium has a large facility on Highway 49 a half-mile north of Interstate-80. 530-823-2900. Exit from I-80 onto Hwy 49 North, go 1/2 mile and uphill to Palm Ave signal (notice shop on left before Palm). Left on Palm and immediate left onto frontage road, backtrack 100 meters to bike shop

Victory Velo is located in downtown Auburn on Lincoln Way, at the major X intersection of High St and Lincoln Way across from the Clock Tower town square. 530-885-3986.From I-80, exit Hwy 49 and head South. At the T-intersection of City Hall, turn Left. Proceed on Lincoln Way to town center. There is a nice public parking lot next to Big-O Tires on your left and you can then walk to Victory Velo on same sidie of street. . "Victory Velo Bike Shop is a small bike shop packed full of surprises to meet the needs of any cyclist. Owner Dan Teggs provides his personal touch for your new bike, a custom fitting or questions about any products."

Auburn Bike Works - 350 Grass Valley Highway: 530-885-3861. Exit I-80 at Hwy 49, go North 1/4 mile (pass Holiday Inn, In&Out Burger). Turn R on Walsh St then quick L onto Hwy 49 Frontage road. The is before the large intersection of Hwy 49 and Elm (Shell Station).

MAKE TRAVEL EASY: These shops will accept your bike shipment, assemble and make your bike race ready and ship your bike back home. Call to inquire.

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Rental Cars

Sacramento International Airport has numerous major rental car companies on the premises, just reserve with your chosen company in advance and take the rental car shuttle at the clearly-marked curbside bus stop.

Auburn Rental Car can provide all sizes or autos for very reasonable rates, including mini-van. Call (530) 885-2400 for details. Auburn Rental Car is located on Hwy 49, 1/2 mile north of I-80 and before the Palm Ave signal light.

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Auburn Health&Wellness Care

Chiropractic/Acupuncture

Dr. Darrin Gregorian of Parkhill Chiropractic in Auburn is a sports injury specialist who caters to the needs of athletes and will give a free comprehensive evaluation and examination to any registered participant ($200 value). Dr. Gregorian is an official sponsor of the Auburn Triathlon. Call 530-885-6975.

Michael Hoffman fo Body Dynamyx will come to your location for a athletic-oriented massage. Mike is a certified therapist, ultramarathoner and long course triathlete and offers a complete range of techniques, including deep tissue and soft tissue release. Ask about introductory special. 916-761-6474 or email.

Dr. Richard Belli, Applied Kinesiologist/Chiropractor. 916 482 4150. Dr. Belli is an associate of noted endurance coach and author Dr. Phil Maffetone. He has treated world class triathletes like Brad Kearns, Mike Pigg and Wendy Ingraham for a variety of performance, dietary and bio-mechanical related issues. He is located near downtown Sacramento and will offer discount to all Auburn Triathlon participants.

Dr Bill Wright Acupuncture in Auburn. An excellent practicioner to assist with a variety of maladies and promote peak performance. Located at 251 Auburn Ravine Rd #205, Auburn, CA 95603. (530) 886-8927.

Massage Therapy

Pathways to Health - Official Auburn Triathlon sponsor and outstanding clinic with over a dozen therapists. Call virtually any time to get a drop-in or short notice appointment with an outstanding, highly trained, certified therapist! Pathways is located on Lincoln Way right off the I-80 Lincoln Way freeway exit (on the bike course at mile 53.5). A great option for last minute out of towners. Mention your event entry for a discount on your massage. Enjoy their steam sauna too! (530) 888-6534.

Cherry Ave Therapies. Karen Trowbridge and Jeannie Wiese. Excellent therapists, cater to athletes, experience at Bradventures events. Located in downtown Auburn on Cherry Ave and Lincoln Way, by Monkey Cat restaurant. (530) 888-9290

Sandra Hinton, excellent massage therapist with offices on High St in downtown Auburn, experience at Bradventures events. Call (530) 745-0420.

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Links

• Auburn Chamber of Commerce
• Auburn Endurance Capital of the World Site
• Auburn Weather
• City of Auburn
• Placer County
• Historical information about Auburn Gold Rush Country