Oregon Handcycle Alliance

2012-02-12T16:44:00.000-08:00

Robbin Bryant rides regularly with Oregon Handcycle Alliance. He will debut in his first half marathon in Eugene, OR, this April 29th in the handcycle division of the Eugene Marathon. Check out this link for details:

Small Town Runner

Robbin Bryant is very motivated. Two words you will never hear from his mouth are "I can't." He has learned perseverance since he was made a paraplegic while racing motocross. He still l...

2012-02-03T16:05:00.000-08:00

Oregon Handcycle Alliance 2012 ride schedule coming soon.

Who We Are and What We Do

What we do:

Our Ride Schedule provides recreational rides for beginning or advanced riders suitable for handcycle. Rides will be up to four hours in length and the terrain may contain some hills. We will occasionally go outside the Portland metropolitan area and ride on low trafficked roads or Rails to Trails . We will take time to address your questions and learn from your experience. The rides will be tailored to your abilities. We will also participate in locally sponsored events and clinics and post their schedules as they become available.

Who We Are and What We Do

2008-11-08T16:39:00.001-08:00

What we do:

Who We Are:

Althea is a Civil Engineer.

Beverly is a teacher and one of our faithful assistants.

Barbara has been riding handcycle with her husband Allen for about ten years.

Donna is an Occupational Therapist and has led many of our rides.

Ethan is a Server Administrator and our bike mechanic.

Hari is a Programmer and willing assistant.

Martin is a Data Architect and rides for recreation with an emphasis on touring.

Saty is a Physician who rides about a thousand miles per year!

Suzanne is an Environmental Attorney with a great sense of humor!

Julia accompanies Suzanne and is a frequent participant.

Robbin is a personal trainer.

Handcycle Ride: September 13, 2008

2008-09-07T13:42:00.000-07:00

(The original mission buildings are represented by framed outlines called ghost structures.)

Title: Willamette Mission State Park
When: September 13, 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Wheatland Rd., 8 mi. north of Salem. Take I-5 exit 263 toward Brooks/Gervais, 0.3 mi. Turn right at Brooklake Rd NE, 1.7 mi. Turn right at Wheatland Rd N, 2.4 mi. Turn left, 46 ft into Willamette Mission State Park

Description: Eight miles of trails run along the Willamette River, with an incredible amount of native birds, plants and wildlife. There are picnic shelters, electricity, restrooms, water faucets, picnic tables, fire rings, sunny areas and trees for shade, plus ample room for parking. For those that enjoy water, there's Mission Lake and the Willamette River. There are grassy meadows surrounded by an array of flowers, plants, and trees. The ride is rated moderate for those with disabilities.

Adaptive Bike Clinic, Sunday June 1st, 9:00AM to 1:00PM

2008-05-23T17:59:00.000-07:00

An Adaptive Bike Clinic will be co-hosted by Oregon Disability Sports with Adventures Without Limits, Portland Parks & Recreation and Shriners Hospital, on the East Bank Esplanade, Portland Oregon, Sunday June 1st from 9 am - 1 pm. Try different types of adaptive bikes for all types of disabilities. A couple of "abled bodies" who are familiar with handcycles are needed to volunteer for a couple of hours Sunday morning. Volunteers will pair up with someone who needs to be fitted onto a bike. Then once on the bike, the participant will practice riding in the near by vicinity and if they are comfortable can ride up and down the Esplanade with their volunteer. If you can help, contact Trisha Suhr, Executive Director of Oregon Disability Sports, trisha@oregondisabilitysports.net

Handcycle With BionX Motor

2008-04-19T17:26:00.000-07:00

About Bionx
BionX (pronounced by-on-ex) electric bike motor conversion kits are lightweight and offer a range of up to 60 miles to a charge. BionX is for riders who want to ride longer or those who want help up hills and against the wind. Four assistance levels amplify the cyclist’s effort by 25%, 50%, 100% or 300%, allowing the cyclist to ride faster while giving the same effort (or ride at the same speed with less effort). Each assistance level is proportional to the rider’s effort. BionX offers four levels of power generation to charge the battery while riding. Regenerative braking activates when the handbrake associated with the drive wheel is used. It is possible to charge the BionX battery pack while breaking or when going downhill. Note that the generative mode does not replace the existing brakes, but considerably increases braking efficiency, especially on extended downhill runs.

Bionx Suitability for Handcycle
I was introduced to the concept of a motor assist for handcycle by one of the the technical staff at work who suggested that handcycles might be a good application for the BionX bike motor. At about the same time one of my Oregon Handcycle Alliance (OHA) riding partners was looking for a motor to attach to his FreedomRyder. He wanted help going up hills due to persistent problems with a shoulder. Likewise I had reoccurring problems with shoulders, elbows and wrists. We both started looking for available solutions. My friend was discouraged by the high cost and lack of information regarding their suitability for handcycle. After surfing the Internet, I found two references to BionX and handcycle. One was for a Greenspeed and the other was for a handcycle attachment for a wheelchair. Neither reference contained information other than the increased ability to climb hills. The Bionx web site had a link to Corvallis Cyclery of Corvallis, Oregon. I brought my handcycle to Corvallis Cyclery and asked them if they could install the BionX. They thought probably yes, but Dan, their BionX expert, was off that day. I left them my phone number and emailed some pictures. Dan got back to me. He not only thought it could be done but he was knowledgeable and engaged. I left the handcycle with him and what ensued were a couple of weeks of phone discussions over design alternatives between him and me and BionX engineers. The collaboration was excellent. The BionX engineers tested the scenarios we sent them and they were forthright with the results good or bad. The outcome is a prototype; the findings and pros and cons of which I will share in future entries along with additional pictures.

Who We Are and What We Do

2007-11-18T15:19:00.000-08:00

What we do:

The 2008 Ride Schedule provides recreational rides for beginning or advanced riders suitable for handcycle. Rides will be up to four hours in length and the terrain may contain some hills. We will occasionally go outside the Portland metropolitan area and ride on low trafficked roads or Rails to Trails . We will take time to address your questions and learn from your experience. The rides will be tailored to your abilities. We will also participate in locally sponsored events and clinics and post their schedules as they become available

Who We Are:

Althea is a Civil Engineer.

Beverly is a teacher and one of our faithful assistants.

Barbara has been riding handcycle with her husband for about ten years.

Donna is an Occupational Therapist and has led many of our rides.

Ethan is a Server Administrator and our bike mechanic.

Hari is a Programmer and willing assistant.

Ian is Executive Director of Oregon Disability Sports.

Julia accompanies Suzanne and is a frequent participant.

Ken, and his dog Happy, come on many of our trail rides

Kevin is a dispatcher for the Forestry Dept. and a very experienced rider.

Levi, at seven years old is a long distance rider…nearly 30 miles!

Jeremy is an occupational therapy student and has an interest in racing and rugby. He is frequently accompanied by his Dad.

Martin is a Data Architect and rides for recreation
with an emphasis on touring.

Randi and Malcolm accompany Suzanne and are helpful assistants.

Saty is a Physician who rides about a thousand miles per year!

Suzanne is an Environmental Attorney with a great sense of humor!

Greg is a software engineer. He also skis!

Robbin is a circuit board inspector.

David (right) is a counselor.

Bionx Motor

2007-10-07T10:29:00.000-07:00

Bionx Motor Hybrid technology for bikes.

October 8th & 9th Rides

2007-09-30T13:51:00.000-07:00

Title: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade
When: 2007/10/06 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Where: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade Festival Plaza parking lot, under the Hawthorne Bridge at SE Main off of SE Water Ave in Portland.
Description: The trail has easy access from the parking lot. We encourage those looking for accessible recreational rides to join us. Check Ride Details for a map and a complete description of the trail.

Title: Row River (Cancelled)
When: 2007/10/07 11:00AM - 4:00PM
Where: From I-5 in Cottage Grove take Exit 174 toward Dorena Lake. At the end of the off ramp, turn east on Row River Road. Drive one mile east on Row River Road and then turn right on Currin Conn Road. Immediately after this turn take a quick left on Mosby Creek Road. Go two miles southeast on Mosby Creek Road and then turn left on Layng Road. Just after this turn take a quick left into the Mosby Creek Trailhead parking lot. Map

September 15th & 16th Rides

2007-09-02T18:33:00.000-07:00

Title: Waterfront Renaissance Trail
When: 2007/09/15 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Where: Meet at Wintler Park Situated on the bank of the Columbia River.
Description: This 14-foot-wide, shared-use concrete trail is the crowning jewel of Vancouver's Columbia River Waterfront Renaissance, connecting the downtown area to the city's long-neglected shoreline. The trail follows the Columbia River, passing Vancouver Landing, the Captain Vancouver Monument and the plaza dedicated to Ilchee, a Native Indian chief's daughter.

The Water Resources Education Center lies along the trail, as do the Old Apple Tree, Marine Park, Kaiser Viewing Tower and Shipyards, and Tidewater Cove. Along the way are shops, restaurants and great places to picnic, play or just enjoy the view. The trail will continue east with the future Wintler Park extension. Check Ride Details for a map, driving directions and a complete description of the trail.

Title: FernHill Wetlands
When: 2007/09/16 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: McMenamin’s Grand Lodge, 3505 Pacific Ave., Forest Grove, OR
Description: FernHill Wetlands is 243 acres composed largely of wetland and moist soil habitats. We will pass by a buffalo ranch and Pacific University. This ride has some hills and is about 12 miles long. We will meet at McMenamin’s Grand Lodge, 3505 Pacific Ave., Forest Grove, OR.

September 1st & 2nd Rides

2007-08-19T14:37:00.000-07:00

Title: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade
When: 2007/09/01 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Where: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade Festival Plaza parking lot, under the Hawthorne Bridge at SE Main off of SE Water Ave in Portland.
Description: The trail has easy access from the parking lot. We encourage those looking for accessible recreational rides to join us. Check Ride Details for a map and a complete description of the trail.

(The original mission buildings are represented by framed outlines called ghost structures.)

Title: Willamette Mission State Park
When: 2007/09/02 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Wheatland Rd., 8 mi. N of Salem, or take I-5 Exit 263 and follow the signs.

Description: Eight miles of trails run along the Willamette River, with an incredible amount of native birds, plants and wildlife. There are picnic shelters, electricity, restrooms, water faucets, picnic tables, fire rings, sunny areas and trees for shade, plus ample room for parking. For those that enjoy water, there's Mission Lake and the Willamette River. There are grassy meadows surrounded by an array of flowers, plants, and trees.

August 18th & 19th Rides

2007-08-12T14:41:00.000-07:00

Title: Fort Stevens State Park
When: 2007/08/18 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Where: Fort Stevens State Park (Seaside, OR). Follow the signs to the 'Historic Military Sight'. We will meet in the parking lot.
Description: The Fort Stevens Military Reservation guarded the mouth of the Columbia River from the Civil War until WWII. The park has more than five miles of hiking trails and seven miles of bike paths. The Oregon Coast Trail begins at the South Jetty and continues along the beach. Check Ride Details for a map, driving directions and a complete description of the trail. Bring a picnic lunch and water; there is no food service in the park. Accessible restrooms are available.

Title: Puget Island
When: 2007/08/19 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Puget Island, Westport, OR. On the Oregon Side: Take highway 30 to Westport, Oregon, follow signage. Ferry landing is approximately 1/2 mile from the highway. The ferry leaves from the Oregon side on the ¼ after the hour from 5:15 a.m. to 10:15 p.m.
Description: Saty and Donna will be your hosts on this ride. The ride is on flat low trafficked country roads without a shoulder. There are no accessible food services on the island so bring water and a lunch. There is a small park on the island; however, the restrooms are not easily accessible and are not always open. It is strongly recommended that you bring a spare inner tube and basic bike tools.
Single Trip Rates:
Passenger cars, pickups under 20 feet $3.00
Foot passengers $0.50
Bicycles $1.00

August 4th Ride, 10:00AM - 1:00PM

2007-07-31T20:45:00.000-07:00

Hello,
Beverly (my wife) broke her back. The damage is ultimately not functional but painful and she is not active. Today the doctor said she will not be able to resume normal activity for one to three months. The impact on Bev and I is that we will not be able to attend all of the rides. If you are a regular rider who is familiar with our rides, it would be helpful if you could let me know what rides you intend to ride and if you will be there to help those who need assistance. Thank you for your help.
--Martin

This weeks ride:

Title: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade
When: 2007/08/04 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Where: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade Festival Plaza parking lot, under the Hawthorne Bridge at SE Main off of SE Water Ave in Portland.
Description: The trail has easy access from the parking lot. We encourage those looking for accessible recreational rides to join us. Check Ride Details for a map and a complete description of the trail.

Title: Hagg Lake (CANCELLED)
When: 2007/08/05 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Henry Hagg Lake and Scoggins Valley Park

July 21 & 22 Rides

2007-07-18T20:24:00.000-07:00

Title: Eugene Willamette River Bike Trail
When: 2007/07/21 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Eugene, OR. Meet at Owen Rose Garden 300 N Jefferson; More than three hundred different varieties of roses bloom in this park located at the north end of Jefferson Street.
Description: The Willamette River bike trail runs east-west along both sides of the river for roughly 6 miles. This trail includes 4 bridges (bikers and runners only) that cross the river, making it easy to ride on both banks.

Title: da Vinci Days & Midge Cramer Trail
When: 2007/07/22 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Corvallis, OR. Meet at the Allan Brothers 2nd St. Beanery.
Description: The trails run past grass fields, a mixed forest of Douglas firs and oaks on the side of Bald Hill and wetlands. Enjoy viewing llamas, a covered bridge and the OSU dairy herd on a road closed to all vehicles except an occasional farm tractor or truck. Check out the da Vinci Days festival which happens annually on the 3rd weekend in July in sunny Corvallis, Oregon. It draws 15,000 to 18,000 attendees who enjoy a da Vinci-style weekend centered in art, science, and technology. There's music, entertainment, creative contests, exhibits, and hands-on activities for all ages.

July 7th Ride

2007-06-29T17:02:00.000-07:00

(Click map to enlarge)

Title: Gorge Days in N. Bonneville
When: 2007/07/07 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Where: Take I-84 East to exit 44 Cascade Locks. Follow signs to the Bridge of the Gods toll bridge ($1 toll) and cross over to Highway 14. Turn left (heading West) approximately 3 miles.
Description: Street Rod Cruise-in, Power Tool Drag Races, City-wide Garage Sale, Ice Cream Social, Pioneer Living Exhibits, Music and more!.

June 16th Ride

2007-06-13T18:47:00.000-07:00

Title: Waterfront Renaissance Trail
When: 2007/06/16 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Where: Meet at Wintler Park Situated on the bank of the Columbia River.
Description: This 14-foot-wide, shared-use concrete trail is the crowning jewel of Vancouver's Columbia River Waterfront Renaissance, connecting the downtown area to the city's long-neglected shoreline. The trail follows the Columbia River, passing Vancouver Landing, the Captain Vancouver Monument and the plaza dedicated to Ilchee, a Native Indian chief's daughter.

There will be no Sunday ride.....Happy Father's Day

June 2nd & 3rd Rides

2007-05-30T08:26:00.000-07:00

Title: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade
When: 2007/06/02 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Where: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade Festival Plaza parking lot, under the Hawthorne Bridge at SE Main off of SE Water Ave in Portland.
Description: The trail has easy access from the parking lot. We encourage those looking for accessible recreational rides to join us. Check Ride Details for a map and a complete description of the trail. This is an easy ride on trails.

Title: Midge Cramer Trail
When: 2007/06/03 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Corvallis, OR. Meet at the Allan Brothers 2nd St. Beanery, 500 SW 2nd, Corvallis.

Description: The trails run by the Willamette River, grass fields, a mixed forest of Douglas firs and oaks on the side of Bald Hill and wetlands. Enjoy viewing llamas, a covered bridge and the OSU dairy herd on a road closed to all vehicles except an occasional farm tractor or truck. This is a moderate ride about fifteen miles in length.

April 22nd Champoeg Ride

2007-04-27T16:01:00.000-07:00

Hi
It was sure good to meet you all, and get out on such a glorious Sunday afternoon!
Dave

2007 Ride Without Limits - Portland, OR

2007-04-27T14:24:00.000-07:00

2007 Ride Without Limits - Portland, OR

The Ride Without Limits is a two-day, 200-mile cycling event that will help raise much needed funds and awareness for United Cerebral Palsy, to help provide equal opportunities and access for children and adults with disabilities. Read more about the Portland Ride route.

Each rider agrees to raise a minimum of $500 in donations in order to ride. All together, it can add up to millions of dollars to help children and adults with disabilities live without limits.

You may also register to participate in the Ride as a crew member, volunteering for the duration of the event in a service capacity.

Register as an Individual
Register a rider or crew member here. If you wish to form or join a team later, call us at 888.547.3239.

Form a Team
You can form a team of friends, family or co-workers to participate in the Ride together. Select this option to register as a participant and team captain.

Join a Team
If you know the name of a team you want to join, select this option to sign up as a team member and register as a participant at the same time.

Registered Participant Supporter
If you would like to join the event as a registered participant supporter, supporting an individual participant on the Ride, please call us at 888.547.3239.

April 7th, 21st & 22nd Rides

2007-04-01T16:12:00.000-07:00

Title: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade
When: 2007/04/07 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Where: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade Festival Plaza parking lot, under the Hawthorne Bridge at SE Main off of SE Water Ave in Portland.
Description: The trail has easy access from the parking lot. We encourage those looking for accessible recreational rides to join us. Check Ride Details for a map and a complete description of the trail.

Title: Fanno Creek Trail
When: 2007/04/21 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Where: Greenway Park. OR.
Description: We meet at Albertsons parking lot at 8155 SW Hall Blvd, Beaverton, OR. The Fanno Creek Greenway Trail. Is a 10 foot wide, asphalt path available for use by walkers, joggers, bicyclists, wheelchairs, roller blades and strollers, for the elderly and the young.The path winds through forests, wetlands and parks. Wildlife abounds along the Creek and Trail, including herons, Canadageese, egrets, ducks, beaver and other smaller wildlife.

Title: Champoeg

When: 2007/04/22 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Off US 99W, 7 miles E of Newberg
Description: Meet at the Riverside Day-use Area. The bicycle trail begins in the Riverside Day-use Area, winds through meadows and along the river bank and ends at the park’s ButtevilleGeneral Store. A one-mile hiking trail loops off the bike trail between the Pioneer Mothers cabin and Oak Grove Day-use Area, passing the park’s historic townsite. This is the site where Oregon's first provisional government was formed by a historical vote in 1843.This ride is entirely on trails with a hill (optional) at the end for those who want a challenge! Check out this link for a complete description and download a map: CHAMPOEG STATE HERITAGE AREA

March 17th & 18th Rides

2007-03-13T17:26:00.000-07:00

Title: Waterfront Renaissance Trail
When: 2007/03/17 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Where: Meet at Wintler Park Situated on the bank of the Columbia River.
Description: This 14-foot-wide, shared-use concrete trail is the crowning jewel of Vancouver's Columbia River Waterfront Renaissance, connecting the downtown area to the city's long-neglected shoreline. The trail follows the Columbia River, passing Vancouver Landing, the Captain Vancouver Monument and the plaza dedicated to Ilchee, a Native Indian chief's daughter.

Title: FernHill Wetlands
When: 2007/03/18 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: McMenamin’s Grand Lodge, 3505 Pacific Ave., Forest Grove, OR
Description: FernHill Wetlands is 243 acres composed largely of wetland and moist soil habitats. We will pass by a buffalo ranch and Pacific University. This ride has some hills and is about 12 miles long. We will meet at McMenamin’s Grand Lodge, 3505 Pacific Ave., Forest Grove, OR.

March 3rd & 4th Rides

2007-02-25T16:32:00.000-08:00

From Oregon Handcy...

Please come and join us for our first organized ride of the season!

Ride Title: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade
When: 2007/03/03 10:00AM - 1:00PM
Where: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade Festival Plaza parking lot, under the Hawthorne Bridge at SE Main off of SE Water Ave in Portland.
Description: The trail has easy access from the parking lot. We encourage those looking for accessible recreational rides to join us. Check Ride Details for a map and a complete description of the trail.

From OHA

Ride Title: Dawson Creek Park

When: 2007/03/04 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: New Seasons Market, Orenco Station - Cornell Rd & NE 61st Ave, Hillsboro

Description: We will leave from the New Seasons Parking lot (Orenco Station 1453 NE 61st Ave., Hillsboro, OR). The ride is along marked Bike Lanes and on bike paths in Dawson Creek Park. The ride is rated easy to moderate.

Who We Are and What We Do

2006-12-31T16:44:00.000-08:00

What we do:

Our Ride Schedule provides recreational rides for beginning or advanced riders suitable for handcycle.

We will take time to address your questions and learn from your experience. The rides will be tailored to your abilities. Sunday rides will be up to four hours in length and the terrain may contain some hills. We will occasionally go outside the Portland metropolitan area and ride on low trafficked roads or Rails to Trails . We will also participate in locally sponsored events and clinics and post their schedules as they become available

Who We Are:

The following are some of our participants.

Althea is a Civil Engineer.

Beverly is a teacher and one of our faithful assistants.

Barbara has been riding handcycle with her husband for about ten years.

Donna is an Occupational Therapist and has led many of our rides.

Ethan is a System Analyst and our bike mechanic.

Hari is a Programmer and willing assistant.

Ian is Former Executive Director of Oregon Disability Sports.

Julia accompanies Suzanne and is a frequent participant.

Ken, and Happy his dog, come on many of our trail rides

Kevin is a dispatcher for the Forestry Dept. and a very experienced rider.

Levi, at seven years old is a long distance rider…nearly 30 miles!

Jeremy is an occupational therapy student and has an interest in racing and rugby. He is frequently accompanied by his Dad.

Martin is a Data Architect and rides recreationally with an emphasis on touring.

Randi and Malcolm accompany Suzanne and are helpful assistants.

Saty is a Physician who rides about a thousand miles per year!

Suzanne is an Environmental Attorney with a great sense of humor!

Greg is a software engineer. He also skis!

Robbin is a circuit board inspector.

October 21st and 22nd Rides

2006-10-15T17:38:00.000-07:00

[ Last Scheduled Rides of the Year ]

Title: Waterfront Renaissance Trail
When: 2006/10/21 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Meet at Wintler Park Situated on the bank of the Columbia River.
Description: This 14-foot-wide, shared-use concrete trail is the crowning jewel of Vancouver's Columbia River Waterfront Renaissance, connecting the downtown area to the city's long-neglected shoreline. The trail follows the Columbia River, passing Vancouver Landing, the Captain Vancouver Monument and the plaza dedicated to Ilchee, a Native Indian chief's daughter.

Title: Midge Cramer Trail
When: 2006/10/22 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Midge Cramer Trail, Corvallis, OR. Meet at the Allan Brothers 2nd St. Beanery
Description: The trails run past grass fields, a mixed forest of Douglas firs and oaks on the side of Bald Hill and wetlands. Enjoy viewing llamas, a covered bridge and the OSU dairy herd on a road closed to all vehicles except an occasional farm tractor or truck.

October 7th & 8th Rides

2006-10-04T18:27:00.000-07:00

Title: Springwater Corridor Trail
When: 2006/10/07 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Gresham Main City Park off of Powell in Gresham. OR.
Description: The trail has easy access from the park. This is an easy ride on flat terrain. Check Ride Details for a map, and a complete description of the trail.

Title: Banks/Vernonia Trail
When: 2006/10/08 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: The Vernonia Trail Head at Anderson Park, Vernonia, OR.
Located south of downtown Vernonia at the south end of Adams and Jefferson Avenues.
Description: The Banks/Vernonia trail is a premier 'Rails toTrails' trail in Oregon. The ride will include a ride around Vernonia Lake which is accessible to all our riders both in distance and terrain. Some riders will want to continue on to the Washington County line. This trail is great to revisit year round. Check Ride Details for a map, driving directions and a complete description of the trail.

September 16th & 17th Rides

2006-09-12T19:35:00.000-07:00

Title: Columbia River
When: 2006/09/16 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Marine Drive at Broughton Park
Description: This path has a lot of scenic beauty situated right next to Portland's airport (PDX). From 33rd Drive, the path is on the city side of Marine Drive, passing by the very end of the PDX runway until it crosses over Marine Drive at Broughton Park. It then descends below the road level and is next to the Columbia River, where you get very nice views of river activity. Government Island then comes into view, you'll pass the Sea Scout Base, and the path ends at I-205. Check Riding Details for a map, driving directions and a complete description of the trail.

Title: FernHill Wetlands
When: 2006/09/17 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Forest Grove, OR
Description: We will pass by a buffalo ranch and Pacific University. This ride has some hills and is about 12 miles

Also these events:

Annual Corn Roast

Lawn West of Marsh Hall

Pacific University and the Forest Grove Chamber of Commerce host the annual Corn Roast on campus on September 17, 2006 from noon to 5pm. Admission is free to the public. Food, fun and entertainment for the whole family.

Sidewalk Chalk Art Festival

Come out to Main Street in Forest Grove for the 15th annual Sidewalk Chalk Art Festival. The event was started in 1990 and draws chalk artists from throughout the area, including Pacific University and Forest Grove High School.

The Mikado

Matinee 2:30PM: By Gilbert & Sullivan
Escaping from a distasteful marriage, Nanki-Poo, the son of the Mikado, arrives in the town of Titipu - disguised as a musician. He has chosen Titipu because a beautiful girl, Yum-Yum, with whom he has fallen in love, lives in the town. A desire to marry Yum-Yum, however, is not enough. Nanki-Poo has to contend with her guardian, Ko-Ko, the Lord High Executioner, who has every intention of marrying Yum-Yum, himself. Problems are compounded when the Mikado, accompanied by Katisha, Nanki-Poo's jilted bride, also arrive in the hitherto peaceful town of Titipu. Songs include: Wandering Minstrel, I, Young Man Despair, I've Got a Little List, and Three Little Maids.

Special Event: Sunday, October 1, 2006

2006-09-08T17:26:00.000-07:00

Wheel-A-Thon Portland

Sunday, October 1, 2006

10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Independent Living Resources is proud to offer this new event to kick off National Disability Awareness Month.

This first-ever ILR Wheel-A-Thon will help us to:

Generate much-needed funds for Independent Living Resources, a region-wide provider of Advocacy, Information and Referral, Peer Counseling and Skills Training for people with disabilities! See attached fact sheet and www.ilr.org for more information.
Raise region-wide awareness of the accessibility of our parks system, which is at the forefront of making our outdoors truly usable for people with disabilities!
Celebrate health and independence for people with disabilities and the benefits we all share from increased mobility and activity!

Portland Loves A Roll In the Park – Join us!

Wheel-A-Thon Participants will complete a course in order to earn donations for Independent Living Resources.
Participants will recruit personal pledges based on event participation.
A picnic, prizes and celebration of National Disability Awareness Month highlight the event.

This family-oriented event welcomes wheelchairs, strollers, walkers, bicycles, roller blades, and skateboards at Portland’s Eastbank Esplanade with a picnic, prizes and celebration of National Disabilities Awareness Month at Eastbank Esplanade to end the afternoon.

Get more information and register at www.ilr.org,

or contact Anne O’Malley at anne@why3.com

or Barry Quamme at barry@ilr.org.

September 2nd & 3rd Rides

2006-08-29T18:56:00.000-07:00

Title: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade

When: 2006/09/02 10:00: - 12:00
Where: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade Festival Plaza parking lot, under the Hawthorne Bridge at SE Main off of SE Water Ave ave in Portland.
Description: The trail has easy access from the parking lot. We encourage those looking for accessible recreational rides to join us. Check Ride Details for a map and a complete description of the trail.

Title: Banks/Vernonia Trail
When: 2006/09/03 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: The Vernonia Trail Head at Anderson Park, Vernonia, OR.
Located south of downtown Vernonia at the south end of Adams and Jefferson Avenues.
Description: The Banks/Vernonia trail is a premier 'Rails toTrails' trail in Oregon. The ride will include a ride around Vernonia Lake which is accessible to all our riders both in distance and terrain. Some riders will want to continue on to the Washington County line. This trail is great to revisit year round. Check Ride Details for a map, driving directions and a complete description of the trail.

August 19th & 20th Rides

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Title: Waterfront Renaissance Trail
When: 2006/08/19 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Meet at Wintler Park Situated on the bank of the Columbia River.
Description: This 14-foot-wide, shared-use concrete trail is the crowning jewel of Vancouver's Columbia River Waterfront Renaissance, connecting the downtown area to the city's long-neglected shoreline. The trail follows the Columbia River, passing Vancouver Landing, the Captain Vancouver Monument and the plaza dedicated to Ilchee, a Native Indian chief's daughter.

Title: Puget Island [CANCELED]
When: 2006/08/20 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Puget Island, Westport, OR

August 5th, 6th & 13th Rides

2006-08-02T18:29:00.000-07:00

Title: Springwater Corridor Trail
When: 2006/08/05 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Gresham Main City Park off of Powell in Gresham. OR.
Description: The trail has easy access from the park. This is an easy ride on flat terrain. Check Ride Details for a map, and a complete description of the trail.

Title: Hagg Lake
When: 2006/08/06 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Henry Hagg Lake and Scoggins Valley Park
Description: We will meet at Elks Picnic Area. This ride will be on a bike lane that makes an eleven mile loop around Henry Hagg Lake. The terrain is rolling hills making this a ride for advanced riders. Getting there is easy. Just go west on Highway 8 (TV Hwy) through Hillsboro until you see the Forest Grove junction with Highway 47. Go left (south) on Highway 47 until you see the Hagg Lake/Scoggins Valley Park signs (5.9). Turn right at the signs and drive straight to the Park entrance (3.7 miles). Print this map as a guide or or ask the attendant at the Park gate for information. Check Riding Details for a map, driving directions and a complete description of the trail.

--The Following is a Special Event--

Title: Providence Bridge Pedal 2006
When: 2006/08/13
Where: Portland, OR
Description: Save the date! The 11th annual Bridge Pedal will be on Sunday, August 13th, 2006.

July 16th DaVinci Days Ride

2006-07-17T18:43:00.000-07:00

July 15th & 16th Rides

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Title: Columbia River [The ride for the 16th is CANCELED]
When: 2006/07/15 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Marine Drive at Broughton Park

--The Following is a Special Event--

Title: da Vinci Days & Midge Cramer Trail
When: 2006/07/16 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Corvallis, OR. Meet at the Allan Brothers 2nd St. Beanery.
Description: The trails run past grass fields, a mixed forest of Douglas firs and oaks on the side of Bald Hill and wetlands. Enjoy viewing llamas, a covered bridge and the OSU dairy herd on a road closed to all vehicles except an occasional farm tractor or truck. Check out the da Vinci Days festival which happens annually on the 3rd weekend in July in sunny Corvallis, Oregon. It draws 15,000 to 18,000 attendees who enjoy a da Vinci-style weekend centered in art, science, and technology. There's music, entertainment, creative contests, exhibits, and hands-on activities for all ages.

July 8th & 9th Rides

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Title: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade
When: 2006/07/08 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade Festival Plaza parking lot, under the Hawthorne Bridge at SE Main off of SE Water Ave in Portland.
Description: The trail has easy access from the parking lot. We encourage those looking for accessible recreational rides to join us. Check Ride Details for a map and a complete description of the trail.

Title: Fort Stevens State Park [CANCELED]
When: 2006/07/09 11:00AM - 3:00PM
Where: Fort Stevens State Park (Seaside, OR). Let's meet at the park museum parking lot.
Description: The Fort Stevens Military Reservation guarded the mouth of the Columbia River from the Civil War until WWII. The park has more than five miles of hiking trails and seven miles of bike paths. The Oregon Coast Trail begins at the South Jetty and continues along the beach. Check Ride Details for a map, driving directions and a complete description of the trail.

June 17th & 18th Rides

2006-06-10T19:28:00.000-07:00

If I can get the crack in my frame welded in time we will go on next weeks rides listed below. NO I WAS NOT RIDING THE RAMPS IN THE SKATE PARK. I figured you would ask; but, actually there is no event I can associate this with. Perhaps after nearly 5000 miles my beloved handcycle has gone kaput. This is the second break due to what seems to be fatigue within a year. Please contribute any advice you may have on its repair in the comments on this blog.

NEXT WEEKS RIDES:

Title: Waterfront Renaissance Trail
When: 2006/06/17 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Meet at Wintler Park Situated on the bank of the Columbia River.
Description: This 14-foot-wide, shared-use concrete trail is the crowning jewel of Vancouver's Columbia River Waterfront Renaissance, connecting the downtown area to the city's long-neglected shoreline. The trail follows the Columbia River, passing Vancouver Landing, the Captain Vancouver Monument and the plaza dedicated to Ilchee, a Native Indian chief's daughter.

Title: FernHill Wetlands CANCELED!!
When: 2006/06/18 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Forest Grove, OR
Description: FernHill Wetlands is 243 acres composed largely of wetland and moist soil habitats. We will pass by a buffalo ranch and Pacific University. This ride has some hills and is about 12 miles long. From Portland, travel west on U.S. 26 approximately twenty miles. Turn onto Oregon 47 at Banks and continue south through Forest Grove for a total of seven or eight miles and turn left onto Fern Hill Road. Continue approximately 400 yards to the Fernhill Wetlands parking area. Wheelchair-accessible unpaved trail.

June 3rd & 4th Rides

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Title: Springwater Corridor Trail
When: 2006/06/03 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Gresham Main City Park off of Powell in Gresham. OR.
Description: The trail has easy access from the park. This is an easy ride on flat terrain. Check Ride Details for a map, and a complete description of the trail.

Title: Banks/Vernonia Trail
When: 2006/06/04 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: The Vernonia Trail Head at Anderson Park, Vernonia, OR.
Located south of downtown Vernonia at the south end of Adams and Jefferson Avenues.
Description: The Banks/Vernonia trail is a premier 'Rails toTrails' trail in Oregon. The ride will include a ride around Vernonia Lake which is accessible to all our riders both in distance and terrain. Some riders will want to continue on to the Washington County line. This trail is great to revisit year round. Check Ride Details for a map, driving directions and a complete description of the trail.

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2006-05-27T14:15:00.000-07:00

It was a Dark and Gloomy Night - The tale of a handcycle upgrade

2006-05-17T20:33:00.000-07:00

Actually, not at all. It was a light spring rain. I completed the first hill on the Hagg Lake loop and the endorphins had kicked in. The second hill was going well and a couple of spandex bikers cheered me on as they passed. The new wide cranks I got from Mike were transforming me and my vintage FreedomRyder to the next level! I reached the crest and chased the spandex clad peloton down the hill. No wobble? Ah ha! The harder grommets Mike sold me worked. I had upgraded my bike and was compensated with performance close to equal the investment I could not afford and kept some features that I really liked. It doesn’t get much better on a good day.

On the third hill things got tougher. 5.2 miles around the loop - that is about half way – the cranks seized. Was it bearings? What-ever. I had an hour to think in the light spring rain while my wife and grandson went ahead to retrieve the rescue vehicle.

Did you know that while grandmothers huff and puff up steep hills, grandchildren sing? Rain, Rain go away…………… No etiquette!

The short of it is that the problem was not major. The lack of knowledge and tools on the road was. The problem should not have happened. A lock bolt was not tightened and unthreaded a portion of the crank housing against the crank.

Later.....

Ethan had the tool to adjust the housing and applied waterproof grease to the crank internals and dust covers on each side of the crank. He recommends this since the dust covers don’t really seal the bearings.

Also, if you do this upgrade, get the Rapid Fire Shifter so your hands don’t leave the cranks while shifting. It is difficult to recapture the grips while shifting up hills. If you want to upgrade your vintage FredomRyder I recommend you get the wide cranks, harder grommets, and do it yourself if able, just so you know how it goes together.

May 20th Ride

2006-05-16T20:00:00.000-07:00

Title: Columbia River
When: 2006/05/20 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Marine Drive at Broughton Park. We will meet in the parking lot across the street from Broughton Park.
Description: This path has a lot of scenic beauty situated right next to Portland's airport (PDX). From 33rd Drive, the path is on the city side of Marine Drive, passing by the very end of the PDX runway until it crosses over Marine Drive at Broughton Park. It then descends below the road level and is next to the Columbia River, where you get very nice views of river activity. Government Island then comes into view, you'll pass the Sea Scout Base, and the path ends at I-205. Check Riding Details for a map, driving directions and a complete description of the trail.

May 6th & 7th Rides

2006-04-23T16:34:00.000-07:00

Title: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade
When: 2006/05/06 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade Festival Plaza parking lot, under the Hawthorne Bridge at SE Main off of SE Water Ave in Portland.
Description: The trail has easy access from the parking lot. We encourage those looking for accessible recreational rides to join us. Check Ride Details for a map and a complete description of the trail.

Title: Hagg Lake
When: 2006/05/07 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Henry Hagg Lake and Scoggins Valley Park
Description: We will meet at Elks Picnic Area. This ride will be on a bike lane that makes an eleven mile loop around Henry Hagg Lake. The terrain is rolling hills making this a ride for advanced riders. Getting there is easy. Just go west on Highway 8 (TV Hwy) through Hillsboro until you see the Forest Grove junction with Highway 47. Go left (south) on Highway 47 until you see the Hagg Lake/Scoggins Valley Park signs (5.9). Turn right at the signs and drive straight to the Park entrance (3.7 miles). Print this map as a guide or or ask the attendant at the Park gate for information. Check Riding Details for a map, driving directions and a complete description of the trail.

April 15th & 16th Rides

2006-04-07T09:08:00.000-07:00

Title: Waterfront Renaissance Trail
When: 2006/04/15 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Meet at Waterfront Park located at the east end of the I-5 Bridge, this 5-acre site is the starting point for the Waterfront Renaissance Trail.
Description: This 14-foot-wide, shared-use concrete trail is the crowning jewel of Vancouver's Columbia River Waterfront Renaissance, connecting the downtown area to the city's long-neglected shoreline. The trail follows the Columbia River, passing Vancouver Landing, the Captain Vancouver Monument and the plaza dedicated to Ilchee, a Native Indian chief's daughter.

Title: Midge Cramer Trail
When: 2006/04/16 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Midge Cramer Trail, Corvallis, OR. Meet at the Allan Brothers 2nd St. Beanery
Description: The trails run past grass fields, a mixed forest of Douglas firs and oaks on the side of Bald Hill and wetlands. Enjoy viewing llamas, a covered bridge and the OSU dairy herd on a road closed to all vehicles except an occasional farm tractor or truck.

April 1st & 2nd Rides 'a Photo Essay'

2006-04-06T17:39:00.000-07:00

April 1st & 2nd Rides

2006-03-20T13:52:00.000-08:00

Last Week: The prevailing East Wind behaved itself on Saturday the 18th which made riding easy along the Columbia River. We were a group of five handcycles (Jeremy, Ken, Martin, Saty & Suzanne) and four bicycles (Bev, Dan, Levi & Julia). It was cold out there! So, the pace picked up more than usual on the return trip. We had a good time comparing experiences and getting acquainted with Dan who will be exploring new trails for us in the Vancouver area.

Next Rides:
Title: Springwater Corridor Trail
When: 2006/04/01 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Gresham Main City Park off of Powell in Gresham. OR.
Description: The trail has easy access from the park. This is an easy ride on flat terrain. check Ride Details for a map, and a complete description of the trail.

Title: Fort Stevens State Park
When: 2006/04/02 11:00AM - 3:00PM
Where: Fort Stevens State Park (Seaside, OR)
Description: The Fort Stevens Military Reservation guarded the mouth of the Columbia River from the Civil War until WWII. The park has more than five miles of hiking trails and seven miles of bike paths. The Oregon Coast Trail begins at the South Jetty and continues along the beach. check Ride Details for a map, driving directions and a complete description of the trail.

March 18th & 19th Rides

2006-03-14T19:33:00.000-08:00

Title: Columbia River

When: 2006/03/18 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Marine Drive at Broughton Park
Description: This path has a lot of scenic beauty situated right next to Portland's airport (PDX). From 33rd Drive, the path is on the city side of Marine Drive, passing by the very end of the PDX runway until it crosses over Marine Drive at Broughton Park. It then descends below the road level and is next to the Columbia River, where you get very nice views of river activity. Government Island then comes into view, you'll pass the Sea Scout Base, and the path ends at I-205. Check Riding Details for a map, driving directions and a complete description of the trail. Saturday rides are leisurely, two hours or less in length, and on easy terrain. We will take time to address your questions and learn from your experience. The rides will be tailored to your abilities. Saturday rides are in the Portland metropolitan area and on bike trails.

Title: FernHill Wetlands
When: 2006/03/19 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: Forest Grove, OR
Description: FernHill Wetlands is 243 acres composed largely of wetland and moist soil habitats. We will pass by a buffalo ranch and Pacific University. This ride has some hills and is about 12 miles long. From Portland, travel west on U.S. 26 approximately twenty miles. Turn onto Oregon 47 at Banks and continue south through Forest Grove for a total of seven or eight miles and turn left onto Fern Hill Road. Continue approximately 400 yards to the Fernhill Wetlands parking area. Wheelchair-accessible unpaved trail. Sunday rides will be up to four hours in length and the terrain may contain some hills. We will frequently go outside the Portland metropolitan area and ride on low trafficked roads or Rails to Trails .

March 4th & 5th Rides

2006-02-25T14:36:00.000-08:00

Our March 4th & 5th Rides will be the first held on the first and third weekend of each month through October.

Saturday rides are leisurely, two hours or less in length, and on easy terrain. We will take time to address your questions and learn from your experience. The rides will be tailored to your abilities. Saturday rides are in the Portland metropolitan area and on bike trails.

Sunday rides will be up to four hours in length and the terrain may contain some hills. We will frequently go outside the Portland metropolitan area and ride on low trafficked roads or Rails to Trails .

Title: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade
When: 2006/03/04 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Where: Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade Festival Plaza parking lot, under the Hawthorne Bridge at SE Main off of SE Water ave in Portland.
Description: The trail has easy access from the parking lot. We encourage those looking for accessible recreational rides to join us. Check Ride Details for a map and a complete description of the trail.

Title: Banks/Vernonia Trail
When: 2006/03/05 10:00AM - 2:00PM
Where: The Vernonia Trail Head at Anderson Park, Vernonia, OR
Located south of downtown Vernonia at the south end of Adams and Jefferson Avenues.
Description: The Banks/Vernonia trail is a premier ‘'Rails toTrails'’ trail in Oregon. The ride will include a ride around Vernonia Lake which is accessible to all our riders both in distance and terrain. Some riders will want to continue on to the Washington County line. This trail is great to revisit year round. Check Ride Details for a map, driving directions and a complete description of the trail.

Thank you for the great rides! We will see you in March 2006.

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What we do:

The 2006 Ride Schedule provides recreational rides for beginning or advanced riders suitable for handcycle.

Saturday rides are leisurely, two hours or less in length, and on easy terrain. We will take time to address your questions and learn from your experience. The rides will be tailored to your abilities. Saturday rides will be in the Portland metropolitan area and on bike trails.

We will also participate in locally sponsored events and clinics and post their schedules as they become available

Who We Are:

The following are some of the participants from 2005.

Althea is a Civil Engineer.

Beverly is a teacher and one of our faithful assistants.

Chris is a student and got acquainted with us through Oregon Disability Sports.

Donna is an Occupational Therapist and has led many of our rides.

Ethan is a Server Administrator and our bike mechanic.

Hari is a Programmer and willing assistant.

Ian is Executive Director of Oregon Disability Sports.

Julia accompanies Suzanne and is a frequent participant.

Ken, and Happy his dog, come on many of our trail rides

Kevin is a dispatcher for the Forestry Dept. and a very experienced rider.

Levi, at six years old is a long distance rider…nearly 30 miles!

Martha participated in our handcycle clinic and rode in the Portland Bridge Pedal in her first year on a handcycle.

Martin is a Data Architect and rides about a thousand miles a year.

Randi accompanies Suzanne and is a helpful assistant.

Saty is a Physician who fixes many flats. He had maybe a dozen last year. ;~)

Suzanne is an Environmental Attorney with a great sense of humor!

Not Pictured:

Frank is retired and frequently accompanies Saty and Donna.

Greg is a Data Base Administrator and plans to ride across the USA.

Jeremy is a student studying rehabilitation and has experience in racing.

Saturday 10/29/05

2005-10-26T20:11:00.000-07:00

Saturday 6/25/05: Springwater Corridor Trail at the Gresham Main City Park off of Powell in Gresham. The trail has easy access from the park. This is an easy ride on flat terrain and will be our last ride of the season. Please join us for a final visit before the holidays.

Saturday 10/22/2005

2005-10-19T20:23:00.000-07:00

Row River
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The Row River Trail was originally the Oregon and South Eastern shortline logging railroad that connected the town and the Umpqua National Forest. In the 1990s trail partners (including the U.S. Forest Service, the City of Cottage Grove, and Oregon State Parks) transformed the railroad bed into a walking, bicycling and equestrian trail. This popular trail mirrors the larger transformation in the area's economy, which has moved from resource extraction to tourism.

Sunday 10/23/2005

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Willamette Greenway
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Eugene Willamette River bike trail (Eugene, OR):

Getting There: To reach it, take I-105 to the end, then turn right (west) at the light and take an immediate right (north) turn at Madison. Take Madison Street north to the end. (see the map below)

This path, along with the Willamette River Trail-East, represents Eugene's finest, the almost perfect greenway paths that serve a very wide mix of users. These two paths are very popular and form a veritable freeway through the heart of Eugene and into Springfield. There are numerous opportunities for a picnic along these paths and lots of spots for you to explore the river bank.

Starting on the south side of the DeFazio Bike Bridge next to Ferry Street Bridge (Coburg Road), the path heads northwest, hugging the Willamette River and enters Skinner Butte Park. Here you can leave the path and, given enough energy, pedal up a steep street to the top of Skinner Butte for a excellent view of the city. Just past this park is the Owen Rose Gardens with its very wide variety of roses. From here, the path passes the Greenway Bike Bridge (to VRC) and then continues along the bank ending at the sewage treatment plant. You can also go over the Owosso Bike Bridge at the north end and head down on the northeast side of the Willamette River past Marist High School where the path continues through a protected wetland and past Valley River Center Mall. It then gets sandwiched between the river and I-105 for about three quarters of a mile. This is the only stretch on the river pathways where the noise is high.

Sunday 10/16/05

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This Week's Ride 10/16/05 (Click the Picture to enlarge)

Waterfront Renaissance Trail between the Interstate 5 and Interstate 205 bridges

Picnic tables
Observation Decks
Beach access
Restroom

Driving Directions

SR-14 to Exit 3
South on Beach Drive

Fees
$3 for cars, $2 for motorcycle

This 14-foot-wide, shared-use concrete trail is the crowning jewel of Vancouver's Columbia River Waterfront Renaissance, connecting the downtown area to the city's long-neglected shoreline. The trail follows the Columbia River, passing Vancouver Landing, the Captain Vancouver Monument and the plaza dedicated to Ilchee, a Native Indian chief's daughter.

Saturday. 10/08/05; Start time is 11:00AM

2005-10-06T12:12:00.000-07:00

Newport, Or.

Join us for a ride along the bay in Newport, Oregon. The ride is between Newport and Toledo on a lightly traveled road. There is one significant hill. The distance is just less than 25 miles. We will meet at ARR' PLACE Restaurant 749B NW Third St, Newport, OR.

For the next few weeks in October we will be going outside the Portland area. We hope to visit Newport, The Row River in Cottage Grove, The Willamette Greenway in Eugene and Corvallis, and Grand Island outside of Dayton, Oregon. Keep checking our postings. I will post the dates and meeting points as promptly as I am able.

Row River

Willamette Greenway

Saturday, 10/01/05; Start time is 10:00AM

2005-09-27T20:07:00.000-07:00

Vernonia:
The Banks/Vernonia trail is a premier 'Rails toTrails' trail in Oregon. Lets meet at Anderson Park in Vernonia. The ride will include a ride around Vernonia Lake which is accessible to all our riders both in distance and terrain. Some riders will want to continue on to the Washington County line. This trail is great to revisit year round. We revisit the trail in the fall for the great heirloom apples to be found there! Saty and I brought a load home on our bikes that we collected /en route/. Click on the 'This Weeks Ride' link for directions to the park.

Saturday, 9/24/2005. Start time is 10:00AM.

2005-09-07T20:36:00.000-07:00

Saturday 9/24/05:

Let's meet at Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade Festival Plaza parking lot, under the Hawthorne Bridge at SE Main off of SE Water Ave. in Portland. The trail has easy access from the parking lot. We will be starting our rides at this location through the month of September. We encourage those looking for accessible recreational rides in the area to join us.

--Martin

Saturday, 9/3/2005. Start time is 10:00AM.

2005-08-30T20:02:00.000-07:00

Saturday 9/3/05: Springwater Corridor Trail Let's meet at Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade Festival Plaza parking lot, under the Hawthorne Bridge at SE Main off of SE Water ave in Portland. The trail has easy access from the parking lot. The ride will continue on to the Gresham Main City Park off of Powell in Gresham then return to where we began.

Saturday Hiatus 08/27/2005

2005-08-25T17:47:00.000-07:00

Hello,
We have family visiting from NYC. So, Bev and I will have a brief hiatus this weekend from our weekly group rides. You may want to visit our Oregon Handcycle Rides list http://www.oregonhandcyclerides.blogspot.com/ and revisit one of the many rides we have been on. Ask a fellow rider from our mail list to join you.
--Martin

2005-08-17T20:13:00.000-07:00

Handcyclists and Bicyclists from Oregon Disability Sports and Oregon Handcycle Alliance cueing up for the 2005 Providence Bridge Pedal.

Check out our link: 'How to Ride in a Group'.

Saturday 8/20/2005

2005-08-17T19:23:00.000-07:00

Donna has recommended a ride in Lake Oswego that includes an art show. This is a trial run, so if you are game for untried handcycle territory i.e. adventure, please join us. This is how Donna describes the ride:

“Hi again, I think a group or trial would be fine; I can not remember any curb jumping, etc. but when I rode it last I was not thinking "handcycle". I do remember hills, but any incline makes me think hills. I have started at the east end of George Rodgers park in downtown area of Lake O. and then gone through the park South on Old River Rd., which is a neighborhood rd. with no traffic, but hills; this wanders for a couple miles and merges back with hwy 43, which has a trail next to it and goes to Mary S. Young park. I can see the area on my generic Portland map, so check it out Not very long, but if someone wants to do more, there are ways to extend it. The art show sounded like fun, not real big. I think it might be less than 12 miles, total; not too far from Tryon, if you want punishment.”

Let’s meet at George Rogers Park - 26 acres located on the corner of Ladd and South State Street, Lake Oswego at 9:00AM. This community park site includes two baseball/softball fields, a soccer field, two covered picnic shelters, access to the Willamette River, a memorial garden area, rest rooms, playground, picnic tables and two outdoor tennis courts.

lAST Week's Ride Sunday 8/14/2005, Providence Bridge Pedal

2005-08-08T20:38:00.000-07:00

Sunday 8/14/2005, Providence Bridge Pedal:
Please join us for the Providence Bridge Pedal 10th Anniversary Celebration! There will be music, food, keepsake photos and plenty of spectacular views, all for you to enjoy along the way. One of our riders, Ian Jaquiss from Oregon Disability Sports, will be leading us to represent handcyclists in this event. Meet by at least 8:00AM, at NW 10th and Irving to ride to the starting point.
http://www.providence.org/oregon/events/bridge_pedal/default.htm

Last Week's Ride: Saturday, August 6, 2005. Start Time 10:00AM

2005-08-04T20:00:00.000-07:00

Seaside Promenade (Seaside, OR):

Meet at the west end of 12^th street where it dead ends at the Promenade. Park in the parking lot on the South side of the street. This ride is along the Promenade with a view of the ocean. At one point it is almost a stones throw away.

THIS WEEK’S RIDE: 8/7/2005. CANCELLED

2005-08-03T19:40:00.000-07:00

FernHill Wetlands:
Lets meet at the Forest Grove McMenamins' Grand Lodge east parking lot and ride to the FernHill Wetlands. If you like, meet for breakfast at the Grand Lodge Ironwork Grill at 9:30AM. We will pass by a buffalo ranch and Pacific University. This ride has some hills and is about 10 miles long. Check out the 'This Week's Ride' link for details.

Habitats: Diked ponds and marshes.

Best season: Fall through Spring

Comments: Winter waterfowl include regular rarities such as Trumpeter Swan, Greater Scaup, Eurasian Wigeon. Wood Duck and Hooded Merganser are year-round residents. Cinnamon Teal summer. Perhaps 25 species of ducks, geese, and swans are regular.

Resident Bald Eagles. Regular Peregrine Falcons and Merlins in migration and winter. Red-shouldered Hawk rare, but regular, in fall.

Shorebirds on mudflats July-November, often including rarites such as Sharp-tailed, Baird's, Stilt, and Semipalmated Sandpipers.

Virginia Rails and Sora are common summer visitors. Various herons and egrets are frequent.

Saturday 7/30/2005: FORT STEVENS STATE PARK (Seaside, OR). Start Time 10:30AM

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Saturday 7/30/2005, FORT STEVENS STATE PARK (Seaside, OR):

Let's meet at the Coffenbury Lake parking lot. It has two swimming areas, a picnic area and restrooms.

The Fort Stevens Military Reservation guarded the mouth of the Columbia River from the Civil War until WWII. The park has more than five miles of hiking trails and seven miles of bike paths. The Oregon Coast Trail begins at the South Jetty and continues along the beach.
http://www.oregonstateparks.org/park_179.php

Last Weeks Ride: Saturday, July 23, 2005. Start Time 10:00AM

2005-07-21T06:30:00.000-07:00

Salmon Creek Greenway/Trail 1112 NE 117th Street, Vancouver (trailhead)

This trail is six-miles round trip, winding along Salmon Creek with views of Mt. Hood and excellent opportunities for viewing native waterfowl and other wildlife species. Entry point can be accessed from Salmon Creek Park at 1112 NE 117th Street, Vancouver. Excellent for walking, running, rollerblading, horse riding, and bicycling.

Last Week's Ride: Sunday, July 24, 2005. Start Time 10:30AM

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Seaside Promenade (Seaside, OR):

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Last Week's Ride, Saturday July 16, 2005: The 17th Annual da Vinci Days Festival

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Living Legacy — looking back as we look forward

Da Vinci Days crossroads where art, science, and technology meet. Take off on a Living Legacy adventure down the intersecting paths of yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Explore and imagine with the da Vinci legacy of curiosity, experimentation, and artistic expression as your guide.

Last Week's Ride, Saturday July 9, 2005: Gorge Days in North Bonneville

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We saw the Street Rod Cruise-in, Power Tool Drags, City-wide Garage Sale, Games, Music, Bicycle Rodeo and more!

The City of North Bonneville has over 12 miles of relatively flat biking trails which wind throughout town, never crossing a main street and south to Strawberry Island.

One of Washington 's best kept secrets, North Bonneville is ideally located between the recreational attractions of the Columbia Gorge and the metropolitan Portland area, just 45 miles away.

Last Week's Ride Saturday: 7/2/2005, Springwater on the Willamette Trail

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We welcomed back Suzanne and had a leisurely ride along Oaks Bottom and the Willamette River. This is one of the most recent local 'Rails to Trails'. Check out area details at http://www.railtrails.org/find/totm/archives/02-12.asp. Five of us met at the Oak's Park parking lot and Suzanne rode six miles with us for the first time in a year! Thank you Suzanne for your companionship and support. Check this link for directions to the park. http://www.oakspark.com/directions.html

Last Week's Ride, Saturday 6/25/05

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Saturday 6/25/05: Springwater Corridor Trail at the Gresham Main City Park off of Powell in Gresham. The trail has easy access from the park. This is an easy ride on flat terrain.

Last Week's Ride 6/18/2005

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This path has a lot of scenic beauty situated right next to Portland's airport (PDX). From 33rd Drive, the path is on the city side of Marine Drive, passing by the very end of the PDX runway until it crosses over Marine Drive at Broughton Park. It then descends below the road level and is next to the Columbia River, where you get very nice views of river activity. Government Island then comes into view, you'll pass the Sea Scout Base, and the path ends at I-205.

Last Week's Ride, June 11, 2005: 13th Annual Strawberry Century

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Our start/finish was at Lebanon Union High School. Kevin Kennedy will be sending us news on his participation in this event along with pictures. Check back!

Last Week's Clinic, 06/04/2005

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Saturday 06/04/2005, Bike Clinic

At Vera Katz Eastbank Esplanade Festival Plaza parking lot, under the Hawthorne Bridge at SE Main off of SE Water ave in Portland.
The clinic was offered in partnership with Oregon Disability Sports and Portland Parks and Recreation's Disabled Citizens Recreation. The goal of the clinics was to increase participation in biking for individuals with disabilities. Participants received safety and equipment, instruction, and the opportunity to ride a variety of adaptive bikes.

Last Week's Ride, 5/28/2005 Forest Grove

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Buffalo in Dilley, OR

We had breakfast at the Grand Lodge. Then, the nine of us went to see historic Forest Grove, Pacific University, and ten newly born buffalo. It was an easy ride about 12 miles long.

Last Week's Ride, 5/21/2005, Le Tour de Valley

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Oregon Gardens (Click the Picture to enlarge)

Last Week's Ride, 5/21/2005, Le Tour de Valley
Fund raiser for the Special Olympics athletes of Oregon & Washington at The Oregon Garden.

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Last Week's Ride 5/14/05 (Click the Picture to enlarge)

Waterfront Renaissance Trail between the Interstate 5 and Interstate 205 bridges.

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Last Week's Ride 5/7/05 (Click the Picture to enlarge)

Last weeks ride was with Kevin Kennedy in his neighborhood. Kevin is one of our stronger riders and has participated in 50 mile events! He lives in Lebanon.

Last Week's Ride 4/30/05

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Vernonia:
The Banks/Vernonia trail is a premier 'Rails toTrails' trail in Oregon. The ride will include a ride around Vernonia Lake which is accessible to all our riders both in distance and terrain. Some riders will want to continue on to the Washington County line. This trail is great to revisit year round. We hope to revisit the trail in the fall for the great heirloom apples to be found there! Saty and I brought a load home on our bikes that we collected /en route/. Click on the 'This Weeks Ride' link for directions to the park.

LAST WEEK’S RIDE: 4/23/2005.

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Here is the beginning of a good, wet ride down the Willamette Greenway in Portland, OR.

LAST WEEK’S RIDE: 4/23/2005.

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Ken is loading his handcycle utilizing his system of pulleys and a couple of magnetic ski racks.

THIS WEEK’S RIDE: 4/23/2005. Start time is 10:00AM

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Westside Esplanade:
Riding through the Fountain

Lets ride the Willamette Greenway Trail along the river. This ride is almost entirely along bike trails with some inclines. We go here frequently to ride through the parks, view the river, and chase an occasional goose. We may go 10+ miles. We will meet at SE Main and SE Water Ave next to the Parking lot.
--Martin

Last Week's Ride Woodland Wa. 04/17/05

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Woodland Wa. Ride
Tulip Gardens

Last Week's Ride Woodland Wa. 04/17/05

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Woodland Wa. Ride
On the road to the Lilac and Tulip Gardens

THIS WEEK’S RIDE: 4/17/2005. Start time is 11:00AM

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Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens:
The Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens are located about 28 miles north of Vancouver, Washington at 115 South Pekin Road, Woodland, Washington, 98674. Take exit #21 off I-5 and follow the signs. This will be a short ride about eight miles long on flat terrain. Check out our 'This Week's Ride' link for details and directions.

THIS WEEK’S RIDE: 4/16/2005. CANCELLED

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Broken Handcycle
The bad news is I broke my handcycle. The good news is Mike from FreedomRyder was prompt in offering me a replacement part. However, I will not get it fixed in time for the ride. There is a possibility for a Sunday ride so be sure to check this sight for news!

THIS WEEK’S RIDE: 4/9/2005. Start time is 10:00AM

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Lets meet at the Forest Grove McMenamins' Grand Lodge east parking lot and ride to the FernHill Wetlands. If you like, meet for breakfast at the Grand Lodge Ironwork Grill at 9:00AM. We will pass by a buffalo ranch and Pacific University. This ride has some hills and is about 10 miles long. Check out the 'This Week's Ride' link for details.

FernHill Wetlands:
Habitats: Diked ponds and marshes.

Best season: Fall through Spring

Comments: Winter waterfowl include regular rarities such as Trumpeter Swan, Greater Scaup, Eurasian Wigeon. Wood Duck and Hooded Merganser are year-round residents. Cinnamon Teal summer. Perhaps 25 species of ducks, geese, and swans are regular.

Resident Bald Eagles. Regular Peregrine Falcons and Merlins in migration and winter. Red-shouldered Hawk rare, but regular, in fall.

Shorebirds on mudflats July-November, often including rarites such as Sharp-tailed, Baird's, Stilt, and Semipalmated Sandpipers.

Virginia Rails and Sora are common summer visitors. Various herons and egrets are frequent.

THIS WEEK’S RIDE: 4/2/2005. Start time is 10:00AM

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Champoeg Park Trail:
We will meet at the Champoeg Park Riverside Day-Use area and ride along the Willamette River. This is relatively flat terrain on paved trail with one hill. The bicycle trail begins in the Riverside Day-use Area, winds through meadows and along the river bank and ends at the park’s Butteville General Store. We will ride about eight miles in the park; however, if Donna talks us into it we can ride some of the country roads outside the park. Click on ‘This Week’s Ride’ and check out the link for additional information, directions and maps.
--Martin