Santa Clarita community members are invited to join Mayor Bob Kellar for a free community bike ride beginning at 8:30 a.m. happening this Saturday, April 27, at the Iron Horse Trailhead, located off of Magic Mountain Parkway near Tourney Road.

The 6-mile ride led by Mayor Bob Kellar and other City representatives, will take place on the City’s trail system and is good for rider of any level. No registration is required, and the race will begin promptly at 9 a.m.  Participants are encouraged to arrive at 8:30 a.m. for a meet and greet with Mayor Bob Kellar.

The Mayor’s Ride will kick off a series of events surrounding the 2013 Amen Tour of California professional cycling race, which is set to ride through Santa Clarita on Tuesday, May 14 and Wednesday, May 15.

Many cycling events will surround this years Amgen Tour of California, including:

* The Santa Clarita Mayor’s Ride – Saturday, April 27, at Iron Horse Trailhead.

* Chuck Pontius Memorial Ride – Sunday, May 12.

* 2013 Amgen Tour of California Viewing Party – Monday, May 13, at Salt Creek Grille.

* Bike to Work Day – Thursday, May 16.

* Senses “Rock the Bike” Block Party – Thursday, May 16, on Main Street in Old Town Newhall.

For more information on events, volunteering and traffic impacts, visit SantaClaritaTourOfCA.com or call the City’s Arts and Events Division at (661) 250-3787.