The Original 40 partners with San Diego Velodrome
A North Park brewpub continues its multifaceted support of San Diego's cycling culture with a collaboratively crafted hoppy pale ale
The Original 40 Brewing has released Go Fast Turn Left, a hoppy pale ale that was brewed in partnership with track cycling association San Diego Velodrome. An oval track cycling venue located two miles from the North Park brewpub off Pershing Drive, the San Diego Velodrome creates an accessible, safe community that welcomes riders, racers, and enthusiasts of all ages.
“Original 40 is proud to continue its support of San Diego’s bicycling community,” said Head Brewer Kyle Fjalstad. “This beer should be a refreshing post-ride option, especially as the weather warms up this spring. It has a smooth yet assertive hop profile.”
Go Fast Turn Left is a dry, light-bodied pale ale with a medium-low bitterness that comes in at 5.1% alcohol-by-volume. Cashmere and Mosaic hops were used in the brewing process, imparting notes of blueberry, stone fruit and wildflower blossoms. The beer is available on draft and in four packs of 16-ounce cans at The Original 40.
Last December, The Original 40 launched monthly “Mega Chill Rides” on the first Tuesday of every month, in which Beertender Preston Bewley leads a roundtrip ride to a different bar or brewery, and riders have a chance to win raffle prizes upon returning to the brewpub.
Today’s Mega Chill Ride takes riders to San Diego Velodrome. Meet-up is at 5:30 p.m. and the rollout is at 6 p.m. After returning to The Original 40, there will be a late-night happy hour beginning at 8:45 p.m. with food specials and $5 select beers.
The Original 40 last week introduced a monthly fundraiser for BikeSD, which promotes everyday riding and advocates for safe bicycling infrastructure and complete networks. The Original 40 donates 10% of all sales from 6 to 8 p.m. on the fourth Monday of every month.
“Original 40 is a conduit for the bicycling community and great craft beer,” said owner Steve Billings. “Both are a part of the fabric of America’s Finest City, and we are happy to play even a small role in connecting the two.”