Good rides in and around Portland. Or just good riding adventures, sometimes with the Oregon Randonneurs
After a year of dragging my feet on it, I recently became a member of Randonneurs USA (RUSA).* I finally joined mostly because a friend of mine ultimately convinced me that it was worth it to support something that I’ve gotten a lot of enjoyment out of, even if it …
What are you doing at 9am on Saturday? Nothing? Come ride Ricky’s Populaire through Washington County with the Oregon Randonneurs! It’s sure to be a lovely ride, and at about 62 miles, 100k is a great intro distance to randonneuring–to long-distance, unsupported, non-competitive cycling, that is. This will not be …
I discovered a new bridge yesterday! But before we get there, let me back up a bit. Bridges are a bit of a necessity in Portland since the Willamette River splits the city in half. Luckily, if you want to cross from west to east (or vice versa), you have …
It may still be pretty darn cold in Portland, but the sun is shining (sometimes), the birds are singing (much more than before, anyway), and it’s light until 6ish: the season of long rides is upon us! :) Despite my having plans both evenings this weekend, a friend convinced me …
