New Route Map

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for the Pioneer Century

PIONEER - "A person who is among the first to explore or settle a new country or area. Be a true PIONEER as we offer a NEW 45-mile route for 2012.  Alas, construction has forced a route change, but you will find the new course as bucolic and rural as the former. You can just follow our "Dan Henrys'" (road markings) to keep you on the right trail. See the full description and map here.

May Notes from the Community Liaison

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by Sharon Fekety

A downed tree on the east bank of the Willamette River about one mile south of OMSI has damaged part of the SPRINGWATER ON THE WILLAMETTE TRAIL causing erosion beneath the path because of the heavy recent rains.  A short section of the west side of the trail is blocked off but the trail is still open at this time.  Trail users are asked to slow down and yield to slower traffic and be conscious of other tra

Ashland Weekend Ride

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June 21-24
Ashland WeekendAshland Weekend 2012 - Did you miss out on the 31-minute window to join Cycle Oregon? You can still experience the spectacular riding that is drawing Cycle Oregon to the Ashland area for three days this year. Join the PWTC for Ashland Weekend, June 22-24; three days of riding, hiking, and exploring the stunning scenery at our southern border.

2012 Pioneer Century

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Registration Now Open
The 2012 Pioneer Century Registration is now open! A Portland premier ride is just a few mouse clicks away. Make it a goal or use it as a training ride. Regardless, it will be a fun and beautiful day of riding in rural Oregon. We have a route for everyone so come out and let us treat you to a great day of riding.  June 2, 2012 - Take Life by the Handle Bars! More.

 

Columbia Gorge Explorer ‘12

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(a.k.a. Loaded Touring 101) Memorial Day Weekend

Moderately-paced, 4-day loaded tour of the Columbia River Gorge, covers 55-65 miles/day, traveling east in WA, crossing the Columbia at Hwy. 97, returning in OR, and allowing plenty of time for sightseeing. Registration is now 75% filled.

March Top Talk

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by President Ann Morrow
Ann Morrow
Let’s ride our bikes.  That’s the reason for the very existence of Portland Wheelmen Touring Club.  Riding bikes:  the simple premise the club was started with back in 1971.
 
To maintain that directive we must offer rides to our club members and to the community as a whole.  Many members lead rides each month giving us the ability to boast that we offer a ride every day of the year -