Good to see another Spokanite posting, even if it is from Nine Mile Falls :-).
Here's an article from Out There Monthly that should provide a few reasons to come ride the sunny side of the state (written by yours truly, me, who was bred, born and raised in Seattle) and maybe even get a few miles further east for some two-wheeled fun.
http://www.outtheremonthly.com/index.php?art=cycling