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RESPECT THE ROLL

Be geared up and bike-ready 10 minutes early. We start the briefing then, so we can roll on time. Don't keep the group waiting!

Ride Description

This ride is similar to the Twin Bridges and Volcanoes ride but with a more direct return from Mt. Tabor.

Did you know that Portland is one of only six US cities having extinct volcanoes within its boundaries,and the only one located in the lower 48? Come out for a new route to an old favorite and test your legs up Rocky Butte (at 92 mm years old, it is the youngest of the four) and Mt. Tabor (a 600' cinder cone). We'll return via some charming Portland east side neighborhoods and, if the legs are there, take a bonus loop around Tomahawk Island.

RIDE START LOCATIONS

This ride offers two different start locations to accommodate various preferences.

OPTION 1: Clark Public Utilities (10 AM Start)

If you wish to ride the Glen Jackson Bridge (I-205) bike path, please meet the group at the back parking lot of Clark Public Utilities, located at 1200 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, WA 98663. Be ready to ride at 10 AM.

OPTION 2: NE Portland Home Depot (10:40 AM Start)

For those who prefer not to ride the Glen Jackson Bridge (I-205) bike path, you have the option to meet the group directly at the Home Depot at the foot of the I-205 Bridge in Portland. The Home Depot is located at 11633 NE Glenn Widing Dr, Portland. Please park in the far southwest corner of the lot, near but not in the 7-Eleven parking area. Be ready to ride at 10:40 AM.

Here's a link to the Home Depot parking location on Google Maps: 

https://maps.app.goo.gl/4k8dNhUQbzRJkuru7

If you plan to start from the Home Depot location, please text the ride leader at 503-334-6356 so he knows to expect you.

RETURN TO NE PORTLAND HOME DEPOT

When the group connects with Marine Drive at the 34-mile mark, Home Depot riders can head east along Marine Drive to return to their vehicles. 

THIS RIDE FEATURES:

• Bike paths, Greenways, bike lanes and and a more direct return to Vancouver
• Beautiful settings and views from Rocky Butte and then Mt. Tabor
• Charming neighborhoods in Maywood, Rocky Butte, Rose Way, Mt. Tabor, Ladd's Addition and Laurelhurst
• Roll downhill on Lincoln/Harrison and along the Esplanade on the return
• Bonus miles out to the end of Tomahawk Island
• Many restrooms
• Note: Outbound (south), watch for camps/glass on Portland bikeway underpasses

Check out pictures of select sections of the route on the Ride with GPS site.

We'll stay generally together. Okay if fast riders want to hammer on ahead from the start (recommend uploading the route from Ride with GPS). No one will be dropped, however. It will be a plus if someone volunteers to sweep. We can take breaks as needed.

Call the leader @ 503.334.6356 if you have questions. In the event of inclement weather a go/no-go decision will be made and posted no later than 8:30 AM on ride day. 

Route Map

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/56684147

More Paces/Distances/Routes

All registered riders are welcome and may depart at any time to ride their own pace and distance; please let the ride leader know if you leave the group. We regroup at specified locations.

Rider Guidelines

• Arrive early: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in and pre-ride briefing.
• Know the club policies: Read the Safe Riding Policy and be familiar with the Ride Style Definitions.
• Required: Helmets Recommended: Lights (front and rear), RoadIDs, and cell phones.
• ABC Quick Check: Check air, brakes, chain/crank, quick releases before leaving for the ride and again at start.
• Maintain pace: Be able to maintain the stated pace. Tell leader if leaving route or turning back.
• Represent cycling: Be an awesome representative of cycling by obeying traffic laws, riding safely, and being courteous.