Originally Posted by PedalMasher
Portland is phenomenal for road riding. We have bike lanes everywhere, so you may not need a car. It is possible to ride year round with appropriate rain gear. It doesn't get super cold. Mountain biking is not the greatest as the closest good singletrack is at least an hour's drive away. We have skiing in the mountains if you'd don't mind cascade concrete and the Oregon beaches are truly spectacular, albeit the water is not so warm.
This is what I've heard about Portland. Riding all year around is very appealing, however, since San Antonio affords me at least that. The mountain biking thing is a bit saddening to hear, however. We must be lucky to have places like McAllister Park and OP Schnabel so close by.
No car, however, is mighty appealing .... thanks for the info. I might have to start eyeing that poprad disc again ....
