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RoAdRaGeR
05-29-02, 05:57 PM
I will soon be moving to the portland, oregon area in july this year and I would like to get an idea of what cycling is like in this region. I read somewhere (i cant remember where) that portland, oregon was supposedly america's #1 cycling city. Is this true? I certainly hope so. So if any of you live in this region, please tell me what it's like.

marksc
06-02-02, 12:09 PM
Portland is a good city for biking - there is a green belt around the city so you are never too far from being out in the country with little traffic. There are lot of bike lanes -- you can get a map from any bike shop. Lots of races and charity rides too. The largest club is the portland wheelman -- they probably have a ride or two every day of the week (check their website). Summer weather is great, buy rain gear for the winter. It is very rare that I'm out for a ride and don't see others. So, the answer is yes, it is a great place to ride. Hope you enjoy it when you get here.
RoAdRaGeR
06-02-02, 02:14 PM
Very Swank! I can't wait to move there! I'll be able to do some real riding. Ive heard of the wheelman club, I hope to join when I get there. Thanks for the info.:)

Roughstuff
06-07-02, 09:04 PM
Originally posted by RoAdRaGeR
I will soon be moving to the portland, oregon area in july this year and I would like to get an idea of what cycling is like in this region. I read somewhere (i cant remember where) that portland, oregon was supposedly america's #1 cycling city. Is this true? I certainly hope so. So if any of you live in this region, please tell me what it's like.

well, yeah, Maybe portland is that, But who wants to ride in a city--any city? Get out into the cascades! Further south is McKenzie pass, one of the most beautiful mountain climbs in the west; Santiam pass just north of it is quite nice also. Many people love the Oregon coast road Rte 1, with its scenery and zillions of state parks. Crater Lake has a great cycling raod all around the rim; Diamond Lake nearby (with the views of spikelike Mt. thielsen) is also worth a visit.



In the east, the Wallowa and the Blue Mountains are high and dry, less traveled alternatives to the mayhem nearer the coast.

roughstuff