From road racing to mountain biking and everything in between, browse the headlines below for coverage of Portland’s competitive racing scene.
The legendary Portland cyclocross season got off to a raging start on Saturday. 272 racers enjoyed perfect conditions at the 2005 Veloshop Cyclocross Season Opener at Hood River High School. I decided to drive out to Hood River to check out the race with the family. We had a great time. I ran around taking … Read more
Cyclocross season is right around the corner. If you’re new to the sport, or just want to sharpen your skills, you should check out the Cyclocross Skills Clinics every Wednesday in September at the Alpenrose Dairy velodrome. The clinics will cover essential cross skills like dismounting your bike and crossing barriers. The clinics will be … Read more
Local racers claimed a whopping 13 medals at this year’s U.S. Track National Championships in Los Angeles. Here’s the rundown: Silver U23 Pursuit; Walker Starr Bronze Sprints; Heather Vanvalkenburg Pursuit; Walker Starr U23 Kilo ; Dean Tracy Team Sprint; Jen Featheringill 4th Team Sprint; Dean Tracy, Steven Beardsley, Carl Boucher Team Pursuit; Walker Starr & … Read more
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
Criteriums (“crits”) consist of short laps where strategy is key and the sprinting is fierce. Riders not only compete for the final victory, but they also race for money and prizes on random laps within the race called primes (say “preems”). Two big criterium races are happening this weekend in and around Portland. First up … Read more
I know the cyclocross fanatics in this town are getting ready for the season so I thought I’d share my photos from last December’s National Cyclocross Championships that were held right here in our backyard (PIR to be exact).
I had a great time on Sunday at the Alpenrose Challenge. I was really impressed with the national and international caliber of riders that showed up. The racing was hotter than the sun, and that’s saying something! It was great to immerse myself in the scene and learn more about track racing. Check out my … Read more
One of the biggest and baddest track races of the year will go down this weekend (July 15-17) at our very own Alpenrose Velodrome. It’s called the Alpenrose Challenge and there will be top-notch talent and tons of action. Here’s what race organizer Candi Murray says: The velodrome is a stadium type venue that allows … Read more
I don’t even know where to begin. I’ve done tons of great bike stuff in the last few days. And, there’s some really great things on the horizon. OK, a quick recap: A benefit showing of “The Tour Baby” at the Bagdad Theater last week saw about 700 people over the two nights. Total raised … Read more
Whether you’re a spectator or participant, the 53rd Annual Mt. Tabor Circuit Race is an event you won’t want to miss. Hosted by Team Rose City, the course is a tough, 1.3-mile hilly and curvy circuit that encircles the upper reservoir and passes by the neck of the ancient volcano that formed Mt. Tabor. The … Read more
The girls and I had a great time out at Alpenrose Velodrome yesterday. I was really impressed with the racing and it was fun to learn more about the different track events. I’ve heard a lot about track racing over the years, but this was the first time I saw it live. I’m looking forward … Read more
Our very own Alpenrose Velodrome in the SW hills is in the middle of an awesome racing event, The Alpenrose Six Day. It started on Monday and goes until Saturday. Get out there and check it out. Get all the details here.