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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.
Kidical Mass rolls out Saturday.(Photo © J. Maus/BikePortland) NOTE: Due to severe weather, many events have been cancelled. Please call ahead/check with organizers before you make any plans. If you think Portland’s peak riding season has passed than you must be new around these parts. Just because the weather has shifted and the leaves are … Read more
The Alpenrose Velodrome Challenge is this Saturday.(Photo © J. Maus/BikePortland) We don’t usually capitalize our headlines; but there’s so much going on this weekend I felt it was necessary. Of course, as Murphy’s Law would have it, I’ll be out of town enjoying some of the best bikeways in North America in Sunriver with my … Read more
This east Portland resident knows how to roll in Sunday Parkways.(Photo © J. Maus/BikePortland) We’ve got another weekend full of great bike events here in the Portland area. As you plan things out, peruse some of my selections below… Saturday, May 11th Sharrows to Sparrows Southeast – 9:00 am This ride is all about accessing … Read more
Two great opportunities to get your little one some off-road biking action this weekend.(Photos © J. Maus) Welcome to the weekend (well, not yet, I’ve still got some new stories to share)! I’ve put together another scintillating selection of cycling events for your perusal and planning purposes. Check them out below and let me know … Read more
Go ahead, ride in the street without a care… It’s Sunday Parkways!(Photo © J. Maus) Hold on to your cycling caps folks, it’s a big bike weekend. Check out the slate of events coming your way… Friday, September 23rd Ventura Park Pump Track Meet-and-Greet Get an early glimpse at Portland’s very first pump track and … Read more
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