Cyclists express satisfaction with CV Link after its use in Tour de Palm Springs

COACHELLA VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) – The CV Link underwent its first major trial since its official opening last year.

Thousands of cyclists rode along its paved surface as the Tour de Palm Springs invited them to the valley. Many of them took to our local roadways and streets. New this year, though, was the addition of the CV Link to the route cyclists used.

Portions of the Link was closed for the event on Saturday. Riders cycling the long-distance routes (88- and 102-mile courses) used the artery on their return journey to Palm Springs from Coachella in the second half of their ride.

Many of those riders took to social media to express their satisfaction with the addition of the Link to the course, and local nonprofits dedicated to promoting the Link said it was a successful first use for an event that drew thousands.

While some issues remain, like signage issues that News Channel 3's Karen Devine reported in her I-Team investigation, many said this is a positive outcome and a step in the right direction for taking advantage of one of the valley's long-term projects.