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Ride Schedule

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Reminder: All rides leave promptly at the times stated in the schedule. Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the departure time to allow yourself time to get ready to ride, sign in and get a map. Wear an ASTM, CPSC or Snell approved helmet on all PWTC rides. All riders (members and non-members) must sign in on the waiver/sign-in sheet at each ride. All riders should carry: spare tube, patch kit, tire irons, pump, tools, etc. Filled water bottles and food. Identification and money for store stops or emergencies.

For some popular PWTC route maps, go to Maps & Resources

RATING SYSTEM
  • A. Basically flat, no steep hills
  • B. Gently rolling terrain with one or two short, steep hills
  • C. Moderate terrain with rolling, short, steep hills, or moderate, sustained climbs
  • D. Difficult terrain with longer, steeper hills
  • E. Extreme terrain with frequent, steep hills, and long, sustained climbs

    • STEEP HILL: Requires low gears or standing out of the saddle required
    • SUSTAINED CLIMBS: Examples: Chehalem Mt., Rocky Butte, Mt. Scott (D rating)
    • LONG, SUSTAINED CLIMBS: Examples: Timberline Rd. Rocky Point Road (E rating)

    Every Monday…

    Monday Morning Meander: Distance 20-40 miles. Leaves at 10:00 a.m. from NE 99th and Irving, just 1 block north of Glisan Street. There are usually 2 or 3 distances available on these loops through the East County area. Non-group ride. Level B/C. Ride leader: Bud Rice, 503.667.0683.

    Every Tuesday...

    Tuesday Morning Double Challenge: Distance 30/60 miles.  Leaves at 9:00 a.m. from The Lutheran Church at11100 NE Skidmore at back of lot. Three mileage options are offered to accommodate riders’ desires or the weather conditions.  Non-group ride.  Level C.  Ride Leader:  Dick Weber, 503.658.3403

    Tuesday Night West Side: Distances 25-40 miles.  Leave at 6:00 pm from Tualatin City Park at Tualatin and Boones Ferry Roads in Tualatin. Get out of the urban jungle on a different route each week.  There will be a few new rides mixed in with old favorites in Washington, Clackamas, Yamhill and Marion counties.  Most rides include a hill or two, with distance and terrain chosen to match weather conditions and daylight. Non-group rides.  Most rides are level C/D and include high-speed pack riding.  Show up early to get a head start with a less intense group.  Ride leaders: Del Scharffenberg 503-353-0073, Tom Napier 503-246-1917, and Richard Marantz 503-246-7185.

    Tuesday Night East Side Spin Down: Distance 18-38 miles. Leaves at 6:15 p.m. From The Lutheran Church at 11100 NE Skidmore. At back of lot. Length and route dependent on weather. Moderately paced, riders should be able to maintain 15-16 mph. Lights required until daylight is sufficient. Reflective clothing is strongly recommended for early evening dusk riding. Regroup ride. Level B/C. Ride Leader: Joan Cullen, 503-762-1629.

    Every Wednesday…

    Gorge Yourself: Distance between 20 and 60+ miles. Leaves from Glenn Otto Park in Troutdale, at 9:30 a.m. during the Months of June, July, and August. Come join us on these popular rides every Wednesday in the beautiful Columbia Gorge.  Each week will offer a different featured route as we get to explore different roads between Troutdale and Multnomah Falls. All rides will be regroup rides with a final stop for coffee.  Rides will be “C” level, although a few “D” rides will be offered by special request. Ride leaders:  Roger Harris 503.341.6385, Jim Schuler 503.465.8951, and Dean Parsley 503.544.4937

    Wednesday Morning Explorer: Distance 20-90 miles.  Leaves at 10:00 a.m. from The Lutheran Church 11100 NE Skidmore at back of lot.  This ride rotates through a number of routes in Oregon and Washington.  Non-group ride.  Level C/D.  rotating ride leaders.  Bud Rice 503-667-0683 and Bob Sahleen 503-655-1480

    Starts 8/4
    Two Volcanoes Evening Ride:: Distance 25 miles. Leaves at 6:00 p.m. from Rose City Park at NE 62nd and Thompson.  Climb Mt. Tabor and Rocky Butte.  Our route will circle east for a few faster, flatter miles, then back home by dark. Regroup at top of each volcano!  Level C.  Ride leaders: Greg & Sharon Baker, 503-287-7019 on the 4th, 11th and 25th, and Karyn & John Mardis, 503-280-5165 on the 18th.

    Every Thursday…

    Thursday Morning Triple Challenge: Distance 30/60/90 miles.  Leaves at 9:00 a.m. from The Lutheran Church at 11100 NE Skidmore at back of lot.  Come out for a short leg stretcher or spend the day on one of the longer routes offered.  Non-group ride.  Level C.  Ride Leader:  Scott Poindexter, 971-645-0461 and Dick Fairbank, 503-285-8151

    There is NO night ride on the first
    Thursday of the month.
    Club Meeting
    Everyone is welcome to attend!

    Thursday Night East Side: Distance 26 miles.  Leaves at 6:00 p.m. from Wilshire Park, weather permitting.  NE 36th and Skidmore.  We climb Rocky Butte, ride through Maywood and Parkrose neighborhoods, and have a fast out and back along Airport Way.  Lights and reflective clothing are required.  Regroup ride.  Level B/C.  Ride Leader:  Dennis Mowdy, 503-281-6852

    Thursday Evening Group Ride: :  Distance 15 to 25 miles.  Leaves at 6:00 p.m. from Laurelhurst Parks north entrance, 2 blocks west of SE 39th on SE Ankeny.  Join us on these moderately paced group rides that travel around Portland’s east side.  Group ride.  Level B.  Ride Leader:  Bud Rice, 503-667-0683.

    Every Friday…

    Friday Morning Quickie: Distance 20-40 miles.  Leaves at 10:00 a.m. from The Lutheran Church at 11100 NE Skidmore at back of lot.  This ride offers a variety of routes from Troutdale, the Women’s Forum Park, North Portland, or Vancouver.  Non-group ride.  Level B/C.  Ride leader rotates: Ron Householder, 503-234-0630; Bob Sahleen, 503-655-1480; Frank Zuleger, 503-257-5708; Bud Rice, 503-667-0683.

    July 29th- August 15th

    Canada Loaded Tour:

    Tour from Anacortes to Victoria, then north on Vancouver Island to Comox where we cross the Strait of Georgia to Powell River. Then south along the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia to Vancouver before heading back across the border to home. Passport required.  Ride level C. Ride leader: John Heldstab, 503-297-6035.

    Saturday, July 31

    Lacamas and Battleground Lakes - Metric Century 8:

    Lacamas and Battleground Lakes, Metric Century 8: Distance 97 km. Ride leaves at 7:00 a.m. from the Tri-Met Park & Ride, NE 96th & Sandy Blvd.  A two lake loop, first out to Lacamas and then up to Battleground. A combo ride of two PWTC classic weekend rides. Add a sprint out and back on Marine Dr. a couple of km to round out your day for a true 100km ride. Non-group ride. Level B/C. Ride leaders: Dale Watkins 503-256-2765, and Len Negus 503-254-3281

    Saturday Morning Alphabet Ride:

    Distance 25-90 miles. Leaves at 9:00 a.m. from Wilshire Park, NE 36th & Skidmore. Two or more ride options will be offered. Join the regulars for the relatively flat 35-mile Kelley Point/Two-Bridge Loop, with a coffee stop midway through, or take off for the West Hills or Camas for a steeper or faster ride. Ideal for experienced riders. Non-group ride. Levels A/B/C/D. Ride leader: Bob Sahleen 503-655-1480

    WELCOME RIDE: Lacamas Lake Loop:

    Distance 32 miles. Ride leaves at 9:30 a.m. at Clark College, Fort Vancouver Way in Vancouver, Wash. Travel east through Vancouver and out around Lacamas Lake. On the way back we will visit a wonderful bakery. This is a good combination of city and rural riding. Group ride. Level A/B. Ride leader: Ann Morrow 360-608-3173

    Saturday Morning Social:

    Distance 20 to 30 miles. Leaves at 10:00 a.m. from Wilshire Park, NE 36th and Skidmore. Come out and socialize with other cyclists on these moderately paced group rides.  We’ll travel along at around 13/15 mph and we’ll stop for a snack or something to drink part way through the route. Group ride. Level B. Ride leader: Bud Rice 503-667-0683

    Sunday, August 1

    Annual PWTC Picnic Ride:

    Distance about 30 miles. Leaves at 9 a.m. at Marine Park in Vancouver. Join Phil & Cheryl for a relatively flat spin around the area before chowing down at the annual PWTC picnic.  Check the QR for more information about the picnic and what dish you should bring to share. Group ride. Level B. Ride leaders: Phil Brown & Cheryl Speer 360-833-1512

    ROOKIE RIDE - Columbia River Bike Path:

    Distance 9 miles. Leaves at 10:00 a.m. from Marine Park in Vancouver. Take SR14 to Exit 1 South then East on Columbia Way. Our ride goes west along the Columbia River to Esther Short Park and back. Explore the Land Bridge, see local public art, the Old Apple Tree, Osprey nests, the old Kaiser Ship Yard and Turtle Place. This is a pre PWTC club picnic ride. Club members will enjoy lunch at Marine Park after the ride. Group ride. Level A. Ride leader: Ann Morrow 360-608-3173 (cell) or

    Saturday, August 7

    Oregon City Loop with extra climbing - Metric Century 9:

    Distance 97 km. Ride leaves at 7:00 a.m. from the Tri-Met Park & Ride, NE 96th & Sandy Blvd.  A repeat ride! Well, sort of. We make our way to Oregon City, cross the river and climb up into Tryon Creek Park, ALL the way to the top and onto Terwilliger for more climbing. A great decent with easy curves all the way to downtown. Back across the river and we head for home. Non-group ride. Level B/C. Ride leaders: Len Negus 503-254-3281 and Dale Watkins 503-256-2765

    Moulton Falls/Basket Flats (Anything but flat) Ride:

    Distance 62-72 miles. Leaves at 8:30 a.m. from Tri-Met Park & Ride on NE 96th & Sandy Blvd. Travel along quiet pastoral roads with optional stop at Battleground’s coffee shop. This was one of Dee’s premier torture rides. Non-group ride. Level D. Ride leader: Dick Weber, 503-658-3403.

    Saturday Morning Alphabet Ride:

    Distance 25-90 miles. Leaves at 9:00 a.m. from Wilshire Park, NE 36th & Skidmore. Two or more ride options will be offered. Join the regulars for the relatively flat 35-mile Kelley Point/Two-Bridge Loop, with a coffee stop midway through, or take off for the West Hills or Camas for a steeper or faster ride. Ideal for experienced riders. Non-group ride. Levels A/B/C/D. Ride leader: Dick Brown 503-573-8981

    WELCOME RIDE: Around the Compass Explorer:

    Distance 25-30 miles. Ride leaves at 9:30 a.m. from the Tri-Met Park and Ride lot, NE 96th & Sandy. This ride will use a different route each time: we may head north into Vancouver, east out to Troutdale, west into north and northeast Portland, or even south toward Milwaukie, depending on the weather and the wishes of the riders. Group ride. Level A/B. Ride leader: Bud Rice 503-667-0683

    Sunday, August 8

    Sunday Morning Suit Your Self Ride:

    Distance 20-90 miles. Leaves at 9:00 a.m. from the Tri-Met Park & Ride, NE 96th & Sandy Blvd. Riders meet and sign in, then ride wherever they want. Ride maps will be available. Non-group ride. Levels A/B/C/D. Ride leader: Rich Seifert 503-659-7516

    Sunday Morning Social:

    Distance 20 to 30 miles. Leaves at 10:00 a.m. from Laurelhurst Park north entrance, 2 blocks west of SE 39th on SE Ankeny. Come out and socialize with other cyclists on these moderately paced group rides. We’ll travel along at around 13/15 mph and we’ll stop for a snack or something to drink part way through the route. Group ride. Level B. Ride leader: Bud Rice 503-667-0683

    Covered Bridge Bicycle Tour:

    Join the Mid-Valley Bicycle Club for its 32nd annual Covered Bridge Bicycle Tour starting from the Linn County Fairgrounds just off of I-5 in Albany, Oregon. Explore the rural roads and depending on the route, cross up to 5 historic covered bridges in the Mid-Willamette Valley. You will experience scenic views, open fields, rolling hills and only a few traffic lights. There is a choice of routes, so whether you’re looking to spend a morning relaxing with friends on the family route or hammering out every mile possible to get ready for a week-long tour, we have an option for you. The MVBC will spoil you with our hospitality, well stocked rest stops, and top shelf “SAG” support. Linn County Amateur Radio Emergency Services will provide continuous, on course communications. On the longer routes you will also get a “real” lunch to keep you fueled. Bring your friends and enjoy a fine August day on your bike in the Willamette Valley with the MVBC as your host. This ride has been approved for PWTC mileage credit. See http://www.mvbc.com/event-CBBT.htm for details. PWTC ride leader: Brian Crawford 503-649-1038 or

    Lents Park-Troutdale-Lents Park:

    Distance 27 miles. Ride leaves at 2:00 p.m. from the parking lot on the east side of Lents Park at SE 92nd and Holgate. We will ride at an average speed of 12-15 miles per hour. The route is mostly flat with 400 foot elevation gain. We*ll take a brief coffee stop in Troutdale before heading back to Lents. Group ride. Level B. Ride leaders: Pete Schmidt (Rider’s Digest Editor), 503-492-0750

    August 13, 14 & 15th


    BULLARDS BEACH WEEKEND:

    Friday, The Bandon Loop:

    Distance 25 to 45 miles or more. Leaves at 10:00 a.m. from campsite C55 at Bullards Beach State Park, 2 miles north of Bandon, OR.  Travel south of Bandon on mostly scenic back roads and return through Bandon for lunch on back roads with views of the ocean for the 25 mile route. Mileage can be extended by taking out and back routes on various scenic back roads. Very little of the ride is on Hwy 101. Non-group ride. Level B.  Ride leader: Bud Rice, 503-667-0683.

    Saturday, The Coquille River Loop:

    Distance 48 miles. Leaves at 10:00 a.m. from campsite C55 at Bullards Beach State Park, 2 miles north of Bandon, OR.  Ride east to the town of Coquille, for a lunch stop, along the south side of the Coquille River and return along the north side of the river. The route out is on a secondary state Hwy but the return route is mostly along a quiet back road with views of the river. Non-group ride. Level B/C. Ride leader:  Bud Rice, 503-667-0683.

    Sunday, The Coquille River, Seven Devils, Lighthouse Loop:

    Distance 20 or 26 miles. Leaves at 9:30 a.m. from campsite C55 at Bullards Beach State Park, 2 miles north of Bandon, OR. Start up the Coquille River and then loop west to Seven Devils Road. The longer route adds an out and back to the Coquille River lighthouse. Non-group ride. Level B. Rice leader: Bud Rice, 503-667-0683.

    Saturday, August 14

    East Washougal - Metric Century 10:

    Distance 111 km. Leaves at 7:00 a.m. from the 96th & Sandy Park & Ride. Some of this you’ll recognize, but wait, there is a surprise coming. Cross the Columbia and head east for a climb up Prune Hill. From there its north for a 2.5 mile climb and decent, then south for another 2.5 mile climb and decent. Final climb out from Lacama Lake will be easy when we get there. Then on to home. Non-group ride. Level C/D. Ride leaders: Dale Watkins, 503-256-2765 and Len Negus, 503-254-3281.

    Battleground Coffee Ride:

    Distance 45 miles. Leaves from Tri Met Park & Ride at 96th & Sandy at 8:30 a.m. We’ll ride over the 205 Bridge through quiet farmland roads and stop off at Battleground’s Coffee shop and return along China Ditch. Non-group ride. Level C. Ride leader: Dick Weber, 503-658-3403.

    Saturday Morning Alphabet Ride:

    Distance 25-90 miles. Leaves at 9:00 a.m. from Wilshire Park, NE 36th & Skidmore. Two or more ride options will be offered. Join the regulars for the relatively flat 35-mile Kelley Point/Two-Bridge Loop, with a coffee stop midway through, or take off for the West Hills or Camas for a steeper or faster ride. Ideal for experienced riders. Non-group ride. Levels A/B/C/D. Ride leader: Marvin Blaine, 503-653-1918.

    WELCOME RIDE: West Side Ride:

    Distance 25-30 miles.  Start at 9:30 a.m. from Bethany Village Shopping Center, Starbucks parking lot. Take Bethany Blvd. exit off Hwy 26. Go north 2 miles to Bethany Village. The route has gentle ascents with several miles of flat, quiet roads. Coffee and snacks after the ride. Group ride. Level A/B. Ride leader: Bruce Buffington, NW Bicycle Safety Council, 971-570-4791.

    Crown Point/Multnomah Falls Ride:

    Distance 52 or 68 miles. Starts at 9:00 a.m. from Wilshire Park, NE 37th & Skidmore. Join Phil & Cheryl on this ever-popular ride out Marine Drive, through Troutdale and up the Scenic Highway to Crown Point, with an option of continuing on out to Multnomah Falls. The return route includes Alderwood and Cornfoot Roads. Non-group ride. Level C. Ride leaders: Phil Brown & Cheryl Speer, 360-833-1512.

    MEET PWTC OR BACK IN THE SADDLE AGAIN:

    Distance 14 miles. 9:30 a.m. start. Meet at the Princeton Trailhead at North Princeton and Carrey Streets off Willamette Blvd. Learn about group cycling and explore by bike. Build your skills and test your mettle. Group rides, mostly flat and easy. Find out why bicycling is such a popular sport - You can do it!  We’ll ride along the Peninsula Crossing Trail to the Smith and Bybee Wetland Area.  Then we’ll go out to Kelly Point and ride back to the start. Group Ride.  Level A, caters to novice/slower riders (a couple of slight hills). Ride leader: Ann Morrow, 360-608-3173 (cell).

    ROOKIE RIDE: Springwater on the Willamette:

    Distance 7 miles. Start at 10:00 a.m. on the east side of the Hawthorne Bridge. Meet near the Portland Fire District Building and check out this stretch of Rail with Trails to Oaks Bottom. You may see an Osprey or a Great Blue Heron.  Group ride. Level A. Ride leader: Bill Hamilton, 503-961-4184 or bill@simplebe and check http://www.thepumpkinpatch.com

    Sunday, August 15

    Sunday Morning Suit Yourself Ride:

    Distance 20-90 miles. Leaves at 10:00 a.m. from the Tri-Met Park & Ride, NE 96th & Sandy Blvd. Riders meet and sign in, then ride wherever they want. Ride maps will be available. Non-group ride. Levels A/B/C/D. Ride leaders: Greg & Sharon Baker, 503-287-7019.

    Clark County Wine Tour:

    Distance 34 miles. Leaves at 10:30 from the Rusty Grape Vineyard at 16712 NE 219th Street in Battle Ground Wash. (http://www.Rustygrape.com) Enjoy a riding tour of 4 local wineries while exploring North Clark County. At the finish savor some wine and socialize with other riders at the Rusty Grape.  Regroup ride. Level B/C. Ride leader: Ann Morrow (Vice President), 360-608-3173 (cell).

    Lents Park-Troutdale-Lents Park:

    Distance 27 miles. Ride leaves at 2:00 pm. from the parking lot on the east side of Lents Park at SE 92nd and Holgate. We will ride at an average speed of 12-15 miles per hour. The route is mostly flat with 400 foot elevation gain. We’ll take a brief coffee stop in Troutdale before heading back to Lents.  Group ride. Level B. Ride Leader, Peter Goodkin, 503-697-9779.

    Saturday, August 21

    Two Volcanoes, Oregon City Loop and more - Metric Century 11:

    Distance 105 km. Leaves at 7 a.m. from the 96th & Sandy Park & Ride. This may look familiar! As we work our way west to the Willamette, we take a short cut up and over both Rocky Butte and Mt. Tabor. Then it’s off to Oregon City, Tryon Creek Park and Terwilliger. Non-group ride. Level B/C. Ride leaders: Len Negus, 503-254-3281 and Dale Watkins, 503-256-2765.

    Saturday Morning Alphabet Ride:

    Distance 25-90 miles. Leaves at 9:00 a.m. from Wilshire Park, NE 36th & Skidmore. Two or more ride options will be offered. Join the regulars for the relatively flat 35-mile Kelley Point/Two-Bridge Loop, with a coffee stop midway through, or take off for the West Hills or Camas for a steeper or faster ride. Ideal for experienced riders. Non-group ride. Levels A/B/C/D. Ride leader: Frank Zuleger, 503-257-5708.

    Hills Around Corbett:

    Distance 28-50 miles.  Leaves at 9:30 a.m. from Glenn Otto Community Park on the west side of the Sandy River bridge in Troutdale.  Join us as we head up the scenic highway to Springdale, then start climbing the quieter roads that loop around Corbett.  We’ll go up Larch Mtn Road, but the 28 mile route will turn off after a few miles and circle back.  However, if you have your climbing legs, continue up Larch Mtn Road as far as you want and turn around to rejoin the route.  At the end of the ride, we’ll stop for a snack in Troutdale.  Bring water and snacks for the route you plan on doing.  Non-Group Ride.  Level C+.  Ride leaders:  Karyn and John Mardis 503-280-5165.

    A Gresham Family Ride: 

    Distance 8 to 12 miles.  Leaves at 10:00 a.m. from Gresham Main City Park at Main Street and Powell Blvd. in downtown Gresham.  Explore Gresham on bike paths, bike lanes, and low traffic residential streets as we pass by parks, schools and other public facilities.  This ride is perfect for families, new riders, and those getting back into riding.  Group ride.  Level A.  Ride leader: Bud Rice, 503-667-0683.

    Sunday, August 22

    Sunday Morning Suit Yourself Ride:

    Distance 20-90 miles. Leaves at 9:00 a.m. from the Tri-Met Park & Ride, NE 96th & Sandy Blvd. Riders meet and sign in, then ride wherever they want. Ride maps will be available. Non-group ride. Levels A/B/C/D. Ride leader: Marvin Rambo, 503-774-3605.

    WELCOME RIDE: Willamette River Ride:

    Distance 25-30 miles. Start: 9:30 a.m. from Sellwood Park at SE 7th and Sellwood Blvd.  This is a great ride with something for everyone.  We will tour the Willamette River on bike paths and glide through historical neighborhoods as we loop the city. Between these adventures, we’ll stop for coffee and refreshments.  The ride has a few ups (and downs) with plenty of scenery. Group ride. Level A/B. Ride leader: Tom Carter, 503-226-6263.

    MEET PWTC OR BACK IN THE SADDLE AGAIN:

    Distance 12 + miles. 9:30 a.m. start. Meet at Leverich Park in Vanouver. Take I-5 take Exit 2, go east on 39th Street and then north on NE Leverich Park Way.  Drive to the northern parking lot. Learn about group cycling and explore by bike. Build your skills and test your mettle. Group rides, mostly flat and easy.  Find out why bicycling is such a popular sport - You can do it!  We will head east on this diverse trail to the end and then double back to the park. Extra miles can be added by then heading west across I-5 to Fruit Valley Road. Group ride, site seeing, caters to novice/slower riders. Level A. Ride leader: Ann Morrow (Vice President), 360-608-3173.

    ROOKIE RIDE: Champoeg Park: 

    Distance 7 miles. Leaves at 10:00 a.m. from the visitor’s center right after you enter the park. Park fee is $5 per vehicle to park. From Portland take I-5 south to exit #278/Donald/Aurora and follow the signs to Champoeg Park. There is a lot of history and lots of exploring along winding bike trails. Bring a picnic for after the ride. Ride leaders: John & Karyn Mardis, 503-280-5165 or

    Buds Annual Ride and Yard Party:

    Distance 25 or 35 miles. Leaves at 10:00 a.m. from the east end of the Meadowland Shopping center, SE 174th and Powell Blvd. Take a ride through the gently rolling back roads east of Gresham. Then stop by Buds house on the return route for food and beverages. Non-group ride. Level B/C. Ride leader: Bud Rice, 503-667-0683.

    Lents Park-Troutdale-Lents Park:

    Distance 27 miles. Ride leaves at 2:00 pm. from the parking lot on the east side of Lents Park at SE 92nd and Holgate. We will ride at an average speed of 12-15 miles per hour. The route is mostly flat with 400 foot elevation gain. We’ll take a brief coffee stop in Troutdale before heading back to Lents.  Group ride. Level B. Ride leaders: Pete Schmidt (Rider’s Digest Editor),
    503-492-0750

    August 27, 28 and 29th


    LAPINE WEEKEND:

    Friday, Lapine to Lapine to Lapine Loop:

    Distance about 25 miles. Leaves at 4:00 p.m. from campsite N127 at Lapine State Park, just west of Hwy 97 15 miles south of Sunriver, OR. Ride from Lapine State Park south to the town of Lapine for an optional dinner stop and then ride back to Lapine State Park. Non-group ride. Level B. Ride leader:  Bud Rice, 503-667-0683.

    Saturday, The Twin Lakes Loop:

    Distance 55 or 38 miles. Leaves at 10:00 a.m. from campsite N127 at Lapine State Park, just west of Hwy 97, 15 miles south of Sunriver, OR. Cruise through the Ponderosa pine forests of Central Oregon on the way to the resort at South Twin Lake. Take a stop for lunch and to soak your feet in the lake before heading back. The shorter route does not reach Twin Lakes. Non-group ride. Level B/C. Ride leader: Bud Rice, 503-667-0683.

    Sunday, Sunriver for Coffee:

    Distance 20 miles. Leaves at 9:30 a.m. from campsite N127 at Lapine State Park, just west of Hwy 97, 15 miles south of Sunriver, OR. Take an out and back ride up to Sunriver for a coffee stop and then ride the same scenic route back to the start. Non-group ride. Level B.  Ride leader: Bud Rice, 503-667-0683.

    Saturday, August 28

    Larch Mountain - Metric Century 12:

    Distance 105 km. Leaves at 7 a.m. from the 96th & Sandy Park & Ride. This is it. This is what we’ve waited for all summer, a real challenge!  An easy warm up ride out Halsey to the Sandy River. Once we hit Dabney Park the climb starts. Nearly continuous up through Springdale and Corbett, past the Women’s Forum and onto Larch Mt. Rd. The next 14 miles of climbing starts slow, until about mile 4, then it becomes continuous. Not that steep, so psych yourself up, hunker down and grind away. Before you know it your at the parking lot. Bring extra nourishment and water; you’ll want to refuel before the decent. Oh, extra clothes are a good idea too; it can get a little cold on the 22 mile decent to Dabney, even on hot days. Non-group ride. Level
    C/D/E. Ride leaders: Len Negus, 503-254-3281 and DaleWatkins, 503-256-2765.

    Beaverton, Banks and Beyond: 

    Distance Metric Century. Course opens at 7:00 a.m. at Papa’s Pizza Parlor at 15700 Blueridge Drive, Beaverton. This ride has been approved for PWTC mileage credit. This is a very scenic metric century through Roy and along the Banks-Vernonia trail up to Stubb Stewart State Park. The ride can be cut in half by just going to Roy. NorthWest Bicycle Safety Council will take good care of you with rest stops along the way. You get lunch at Papa’s Pizza with the cost of registration($30). Go to http://www.nwbicyclesafetycouncil.org to register. Day of ride registration will cost more. Non-group ride. Level B/C (steeper climb into the Park). Ride leader: Ann Morrow, 360.608.3173 or (see you on the ride or at the start between 6:30 and 7:00).

    Saturday Morning Alphabet Ride:

    Distance 25-90 miles. Leaves at 9:00 a.m. from Wilshire Park, NE 36th & Skidmore. Two or more ride options will be offered. Join the regulars for the relatively flat 35-mile Kelley Point/Two-Bridge Loop, with a coffee stop midway through, or take off for the West Hills or Camas for a steeper or faster ride. Ideal for experienced riders. Non-group ride. Levels A/B/C/D. Ride leader: Bob Sahleen, 503-655-1480.

    Sunday, August 29

    Sunday Morning Suit Yourself Ride:

    Distance 20-90 miles. Leaves at 9:00 a.m. from the Tri-Met Park & Ride, NE 96th & Sandy Blvd. Riders meet and sign in, then ride wherever they want. Ride maps will be available. Non-group ride. Levels A/B/C/D. Ride leader: Dick Fairbank, 503-285-8151.

    Gorge Ride via Back Roads:

    Distance: 55 + miles. Leaves at 9:00 a.m. from Woodstock Park, SE 47th & SE Steele. This ride starts in the City and goes out to the all favorite Scenic Columbia Gorge. The first part of the Gorge you will enjoy, is a ride along the Columbia River. Then on to Troutdale, to a lovely ride along Sandy River. We’ll start doing some nice climbing, via Hurlbert road out of Springdale, to Knieriem road to the all favorite Columbia Gorge Scenic Hwy. This is where you make choices, Women’s Forum? or Crown Point? or Multnomah Falls? The route to Women’s Forum is approx the 55 mile route. Back to Troutdale for a nice well deserved break. Return route back to Woodstock Park, via Halsey and the good old Mill-Market-Main route. Non-group ride. Level C. Ride leaders: Susan Walker, 503-975-5681 and Jim Lui, 971-221-6726.

    WELCOME RIDE: Lacamas Lake Loop:

    Distance 32 miles. Start at 9:30 a.m. at Clark College, Fort Vancouver Way in Vancouver, Wash. Travel east through Vancouver and out around Lacamas Lake.  On the way back we will visit a wonderful bakery. This is a good combination of city and rural riding. Group ride. Level A/B.  Ride leader: Ann Morrow, 360-608-3173.

    Saturday, September 4

    Saturday Morning Alphabet Ride:

    Distance 25-90 miles. Leaves at 9:00 a.m. from Wilshire Park, NE 36th & Skidmore. Two or more ride options will be offered. Join the regulars for the relatively flat 35-mile Kelley Point/Two-Bridge Loop, with a coffee stop midway through, or take off for the West Hills or Camas for a steeper or faster ride. Ideal for experienced riders. Non-group ride. Levels A/B/C/D. Ride leader: Dick Brown, 503-573-8981.

    Corbett Hills Loop:

    Distance 28-50 miles. Leaves at 9:00 a.m. from McMenamin’s Edgefield parking lot in front of the main lodge. Join us as we head out the Columbia Gorge scenic highway across the Sandy River and take some side roads with a total elevation gain of 2700 feet in 28 miles. The 28 milers will go up Louden Rd to Larch Mountain Road and then head back down. The 50 milers can add to the 2700 feet of elevation gain by heading up Larch Mountain road for 11 miles to the summit before heading back down. At the end of the ride, we’ll stop for carb replacement at Edgefield. Bring water and snacks for the route you plan to do. Non-group ride. Level C+/D. Ride leaders: Steve Demarest and Monica Miller, 503-347-7548.

    MEET PWTC OR BACK IN THE SADDLE AGAIN:

    Distance 15 miles. Leaves at 9:30 a.m. Meet under the east side of the Hawthorne Bridge near the Portland Fire District Building. Learn about group cycling and explore by bike.  Build your skills and test your mettle. Group rides, mostly flat and easy. Find out why bicycling is such a popular sport - You can do it!  and check out this great downtown loop between the Steel and Sellwood Bridges.  Beautiful scenery, fun metro riding. Group ride, site seeing, caters to novice/slower riders. Level A. Ride leader: Ann Morrow (Vice President), 360-608-3173.

    A Gresham Family Ride:

    Distance 8 to 12 miles.  Leaves at 10:00 a.m. from Gresham Main City Park at Main Street and Powell Blvd. in downtown Gresham.  Explore Gresham on bike paths, bike lanes, and low traffic residential streets as we pass by parks, schools and other public facilities.  This ride is perfect for families, new riders, and those getting back into riding.  Group ride.  Level A.  Ride leader: Bud Rice, 503-667-0683.

    Lents Park-Troutdale-Lents Park:

    Distance 27 miles. Ride leaves at 2:00 pm. from the parking lot on the east side of Lents Park at SE 92nd and Holgate. We will ride at an average speed of 12-15 miles per hour. The route is mostly flat with 400 foot elevation gain. We’ll take a brief coffee stop in Troutdale before heading back to Lents.  Group ride. Level B. Ride Leader, Peter Goodkin, 503-697-9779.

    Sunday, September 5

    Sunday Morning Suit Yourself Ride:

    Distance 20-90 miles. Leaves at 9:00 a.m. from the Tri-Met Park & Ride, NE 96th & Sandy Blvd. Riders meet and sign in, then ride wherever they want. Ride maps will be available. Non-group ride. Levels A/B/C/D. Ride leader: Rich Seifert, 503-6597516.

    WELCOME RIDE: West Side Ride:

    Distance 25-30 miles.  Start at 9:30 a.m. from Bethany Village Shopping Center, Starbucks parking lot. Take Bethany Blvd. exit off Hwy 26. Go north 2 miles to Bethany Village. The route has gentle ascents with several miles of flat, quiet roads. Coffee and snacks after the ride. Group ride. Level A/B. Ride leader: Bruce Buffington, NW Bicycle Safety Council, 971-570-4791.

    The Grilled Cheese Grill For Lunch:

    Distance about 30 miles. Leaves at 10:00 a.m. from Laurelhurst Parks north entrance, 2 blocks west of SE 39th on SE Ankeny. Take a loop out through north and NE Portland on the way to a lunch stop at the Grilled Cheese Grill food cart on NE 11th and Alberta. Group ride. Level B. Ride leader:  Bud Rice, 503-667-0683.

    Monday, September 6

    Monday Morning Meander:

    Distance 20-40 miles.  Leaves at 10:00 a.m. from NE 99th and Irving, just one block north of Glisan Street.  There are usually 2 or 3 distances available on these loops through the East County area.  Non-group ride.  Level B/C.  Ride leader: Bud Rice, 503-667-0683.

    5 Mountain Majesty:

    Distance 42/30 miles. Leaves at 9:00 am from from Haworth Rd near the Bi-Mart in Newberg. Take 99W to Newberg, right on Springbrook Rd., left on Haworth. Do not park in Bi-Mart or Shari’s Restaurant parking lot. There are not many times where you can see the five closest Cascade peaks on one ride. We will climb over to Sherwood on Haugen Rd. and then back over to Newberg on Kruger Rd. The shorter route skips the bigger climbs. Level C+. Non-group ride. Ride leader: Ron Ing 971.221.3025