Old 12-31-13, 12:30 PM
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Originally Posted by Doug64
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I-84 is a pretty safe place to ride. It can be busy, but it has wide shoulders. I have ridden it several times from The Dalles to Portland rather than taking the scenic route.
I am not worried about being safe on the interstate. I have ridden them before and the shoulders are plenty wide. I feel safer there than many regular roads I have ridden. I am more concerned about noise and it being a pleasant and scenic ride most of the way.
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