Welcome to our Weekend Event Guide archives. This column runs on the Front Page every Thursday afternoon and gives you the essential rundown of the best bike-related events happening in the Portland region.
BiketoBeerFest is Saturday!(Photo © J. Maus) The weekend is just hours away. If you like to bike and are looking for some fun, check out the events below… And don’t forget to put on fenders and pack a rain jacket! Friday, September 16th Live the Revolution Safe Routes to School Benefit Join Sugar Wheel Works … Read more
Racing returns to Mt. Tabor.(Photos © J. Maus) The weekend is right around the corner. We’re almost afraid to talk about the nice weather we’ve been having; but let’s hope some of this sun sticks around for the great events below. We’re looking forward to a picnic and some great local bike racing at Mt. … Read more
National Train Day is SaturdayThere’s a ride for that!(Photo © Russ Roca) This weekend starts early (as they all should!) with an exhibition of custom bikes and photographs tonight. Casual, informative, kid-friendly and potentially heart pounding rides ensue throughout the weekend from Vancouver to Eugene. Enjoy! Thursday, May 5th 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm: Het … Read more
You think the old track at Alpenrose fixes itself?(Photo © J. Maus) Tons of volunteer opportunities this weekend to help maintain and build a fabulous bike scene whether your preference is mountain, track or just tootling around dressed like a bunny rabbit. Enjoy the weekend! Saturday, April 23rd 9:00am – 1:00pm: Stub Stewart Trail Fest … Read more
Don’t miss BikeHugger’s “Built” presentation at the PDX Bicycle Show on Saturday. Sun, rain, snow…who cares. Lots to do this weekend including a couple races and one big tradeshow. Check out the events below and use the comments to share anything we left out. Good luck dressing appropriately. Friday, April 8th 3:00-4:00 pm: Capital Bike … Read more
A ‘cross course marked by pumpkins? Yes, it might happen again at the Kruger’s Crossing race on Sunday(Photo © J. Maus) The weekend is right around the corner! Don’t let the weather forecast (snow!), get you down or keep you off your bike. Start the weekend early (as in tomorrow) with a little food and … Read more
Gorgeous fall riding (get it while you can).(Photo © J. Maus) After a several weeks of what seemed like non-stop bike events, this weekend’s guide is comparatively light, accompanied by a damp forecast. Is it the calm before the storm? Probably yes, in more ways than one. Friday, October 22nd 10:00am-4:00pm: Walls of Pride Join … Read more
Bikes await the start at the 2009 Freak Bike Fall Alleycat.(Photo © J. Maus) Looks like another great weekend in the saddle! This week’s guide offers something for everyone: trail building and advocacy, freak bikes, informative tours, and plenty of mud. Friday, October 15th 8:00pm: Freak Bike Alleycat The main event of Freak Bike Fall, … Read more
Chris King’s Gourmet Century. Our Weekend Event Guide is back, just in time to help plan your weekend of bike fun. Take a gander at all the fantastic events listed below. Saturday, July 31st Gourmet Century This is Portland-based Chris King Precision Components’ signature event. With McMinnville as a base, riders enjoy a metric century … Read more
Big wheels and big fun await Urban Assaulters on Sunday.(Photo: Dan Liu/BikePortland) Since it’s Bike Month, you’ll notice a few special Bike to Work Day events listed in this week’s guide. We’ve also got our first-ever listing of a ride to hunt for a stolen bike. Awesome. Good luck! Now, get out your calendars and … Read more
Grab some friends and head north into Vancouver for the Ride Around Clark County on Saturday.(Photo: VBC) Here you go folks. Some great things to do on a bike this weekend. We’ve got a themed ride, a century, mountain bike trail work parties, a time trial and a whole lot more. Friday (4/30) 8:30 pm: … Read more
Ever wanted to do this? OBRA track clinic could be just the thing.(Photo © J. Maus) Another great weekend of bike rides and events is on tap. The weather looks just fine for pedaling, so get out your calendars and make your plans now. Friday, April 23rd 4:00 – 6:00: Northwest Trail Alliance Trail Fest … Read more