Think of this weekend as the calm before the storm of bike events that kick off next week…
Friday, June 4th
Ongoing through Sunday: Mt Hood Cycling Classic
Head out to Hood River and the Gorge to take in all the great racing action.
All day: Oregon Bike Summit
This is the event for statewide bike advocates and anyone who wants to get involved with making Oregon the #1 state for biking in America.
6:00 – 9:00pm: First Friday Art By Bike
Pedal Bike Tours is leading this free bike tour of three art galleries in Southeast Portland.
7:00pm: Bike Film Screening at Suzette Creperie
Suzette on NE Alberta is showing several bike movies this month. Friday’s screening is of the classic Breaking Away.
Saturday, June 5th
7:00am: Pioneer Century
The annual signature century ride from Portland Wheelmen Touring Club. Enjoy fine riding in the Willamette Valley on a number of loop options. Lunch stop features gourmet cooking of Mr. Chris King.
9:00am – 1:00pm: Cycle The Well Field
Join City of Portland Water Bureau and the Columbia Slough Watershed Council for a tour through Portland’s groundwater protection area. This ride has been going on for years and always gets high marks from attendees.
7:00pm: Wend Magazine Release Party (to benefit Northwest Trail Alliance)
Portland based outdoor magazine Wend has been revamped. To celebrate they’re throwing a party with donations benefiting the Northwest Trail Alliance.
5:00pm: Alice Awards and Auction
The BTA’s big annual fundraiser. It’s already sold out but stay tuned for a recap and photos on Monday.
6:00pm: Too Po’ Fo’ Alice Community Potluck
This is the grassroots event put together for folks who couldn’t afford the $100 ticket price of the BTA’s Alice Awards. There will be a gathering, a ride, and awards will be given out.
Sunday, June 6th
What? Nothing big planned on Sunday? This can’t be!
If I left anything out please share in the comments.