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A Bike Tour of the Early Days of Van Halen

3 Hours, 4 Cities, 1 Band!

1 ROCKin' FUN BIKE TOUR!

This 3-hour, 22-mile bike tour, which starts and finishes at the Pasadena Rose Bowl, takes you by the childhood homes of Alex and Edward Van Halen, the schools that David Lee Roth and the Van Halen brothers attended, the place where Michael Anthony enters the story, venues where Van Halen crafted their sound and performed their high-energy show, and even one of their rehearsal locations!

Enhanced with insights from the terrific book Van Halen Rising by historian Greg Renoff, this unofficial bike tour gives the rider a deeper appreciation of the rise of one of music’s biggest acts while traversing some of Southern California’s prettiest places.

ROCK and ROLL,
CROISSANTS AND COFFEE!

This tour includes two stops at local eateries/coffee shops for take-out treats and beverages.

Upcoming TOURS

Saturday, June 21, 2025

SPOTS OPEN

Every Tour includes

PRICING

COST: $51.50
Paid in advance via Venmo

BYOB - BRING YOUR OWN BICYCLE

Need to rent a bicycle? Check out Around the Cycle.
If you are renting a bike, make sure to pick it up the day before the tour!

GO ON TOUR!

Once you submit this form, you’ll receive an email from me, Lars, the tour leader. I’ll answer any questions you may have, and once we arrange your payment via Venmo, then your tour spot will be confirmed!

MEET YOUR TOUR GUIDE

Lars, a lover of Van Halen’s music and a passionate tour leader, can’t wait to guide you through the formative locations of the band’s early history. As a trained sociologist and musician, Lars brings a unique perspective, blending stories of Van Halen’s beginnings with a deeper understanding of the cultural pulse of Pasadena at the time.

His extensive knowledge means you’re in for a well-planned, exhilarating journey as you explore the roots of a legendary band. Get ready to ride through rock history with Lars as your guide!