10th annual Twilight Criterium zooms into town Friday

Friday night is the 10th anniversary of the Twilight Criterium, Portland’s only major downtown bike race, and organizers are pulling out all the stops. Over the years, the event has morphed from just a bike race into a huge party and mini-festival. Ayleen Crotty with Good Sport Promotions says they’ve made several additions to the … Read more

After budget scare, Twilight Criterium ready to roll Friday night

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The Twilight Crit is a thrill for riders and spectators.(Photos © J. Maus) Since 2002, the Twilight Criterium has brought professional bike racing to downtown Portland. The event attracts some of America’s fastest riders and thousands of spectators to witness their talents. But this year, when a title sponsor pulled out, it almost didn’t happen. … Read more

Twilight Criterium packs the Park Blocks

Winner of the pro race, John Murphy.View Gallery(Photos by Jonathan Maus) The Portland Twilight Criterium wasted no time warming up to its new North Park Blocks location. The race — which has been held around the South Park Blocks for the past five years — thrilled a massive crowd on Friday night. This event is … Read more

Twilight Criterium (Good Sport Promotion)

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Volunteer at the 6th Annual Health Net Portland Twilight Criterium Friday August 24, 2007 Portland’s such a great place that we even have our own downtown Professional bike race – the Health Net Portland Twilight Criterium. Don’t miss out on the action – come lend a hand to make it happen! Volunteers needed to help … Read more

Twilight Criterium rocks the Park Blocks

Bikes, beers, bands and burgers. You couldn’t go wrong at last night’s Twilight Criterium at the South Park Blocks in downtown Portland. The racing was all-out and the scene was massive. Thousands of bike-lovers from all over the city converged on the event. They were treated to a great event that featured the best athletes … Read more

Weekend Events Guide: Bridge Pedal, Twilight Criterium, Muppets

The Twilight Criterium is tonight!(Photo © J. Maus) It’s the weekend! And it’s a big one. Bridge Pedal, Portland’s iconic, 20,000 rider strong annual event is coming — this year with an Expo the day before. The Twilight Criterium is also happening this weekend, as are several rides inspired by successful Pedalpalooza events…and two separate … Read more

Slideshow: Best of the Twilight Criterium

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The annual Twilight Criterium happens tomorrow night at the North Park Blocks in downtown Portland. I’ve photographed this event for the past three years (watch slideshow below) so I thought I’d go back into my archives and pull a few of the better shots out as a way to (hopefully) inspire you to come check … Read more

Twilight Criterium

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Official event website COME WATCH! Come watch the area’s fastest cyclists compete for the region’s biggest purse in the Health Net Portland Twilight Criterium. The course surrounds the North Park Blocks of downtown Portland, creating an island oasis of 360-degree viewing, music, food and beverage. There are several places where you can get close enough … Read more

Portland Twilight Criterium

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The 6th annual Health Net Portland Twilight Criterium North Park Blocks – Portland, Oregon * Professional bicycle racing in downtown Portand * Live music * Widmer Beer Garden and food court * Free bike parking * Cycling and fitness expo * Over 10,000 spectators SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: 4:00pm Streets are closed except Everett 5:00 pm … Read more