Before heading out, call ahead to verify times, fees and events.
Always be prepared with appropriate equipment and food if necessary.

Ongoing Events

Numerous BICYCLE CLUBS offer both daily and weekly rides all year long. To find a list of Pacific NW BICYCLE CLUBS, see Clubs and Organizations.

Tuesdays: Volunteer Night, Portland; North Portland Bike Works; learn bike repair skills; 6-8:30 p.m., except second Thursdays; (503) 287-1098, www.npdxbikeworks.org (12/07)
Tuesdays: Drop-in Volunteer Nights, Portland; Community Cycling Center; learn or apply your bike repair skills at this non-profit store; (503) 546-8864, www.communitycyclingcenter.org (12/07)
Wednesdays: Women’s Bike Repair Night, Portland; North Portland Bike Works; 6-8 p.m.; (503) 287-1098, www.npdxbikeworks.org (12/07)
Wednesdays: PUMP Forest Park Ride, Forest Park, OR; 15 to 25 Miles on the fire lanes, break into two groups, then meet for post ride-brews and food at Cracker Jack’s pub; all levels welcome; (503)708-5752, shanegould@comcast.net (12/07)
Thursdays: Fat Tire Farm Forest Park Ride, Forest Park, OR; ride Leif Erickson trail and a mix of various fire lanes; www.fattirefarm.com (12/07)
Fridays: PUMP Scappoose Trails Night Ride, Scappoose, OR; All levels welcome; (503)708-5752, shanegould@comcast.net (12/07)
Last Fridays: Breakfast on the Bridges, Portland; volunteers from SHIFT provide coffee, pancakes, and pastries for bicycle commuters on the Hawthorne and Broadway Bridges on the last Friday of the month, year-round, rain or shine; timolandia@gmail.com, (503) 542-6900, www.shift2bikes.org (12/07)
Last Fridays: Critical Mass Ride, Portland; meet in the North Park Blocks for bicycling’s monthly celebration; everyone welcome - just obey the laws and bring your lights; www.rosecitycriticalmass.org (12/07)
Saturdays: The Bikery hosts weekly bike maintenance clinic, Garfield Community Center, Seattle; Free and open to the public. Bring bike, and any parts, the Bikery will provide the tools and instruction. www.thebikery.org (12/07)
Saturdays: Free Community Exchange Bike School, Portland; Meticon Bicycles; 12-3 p.m.; RSVP; (503) 957-6672, info@exchangecycletours.org (12/07)
Throughout the summer: Kid’s Cycling Programs at Marymoor Velodrome; www.velodrome.org (12/07)
Ongoing: Bike Maintenance 101, Tualatin and Portland REI stores, OR; REI expert will walk you through the basics from preventative maintenance to fixing a flat tire; rei.com (12/07)
Ongoing: Advanced Bike Maintenance: Brakes, Derailleurs, Headsets, Hubs and Drive Train; Seattle REI flagship store; www.rei.com/seattle (12/07)
Ongoing: Bike Maintenance 101, Seattle; REI flagship store; www.rei.com/seattle (12/07)
Ongoing: Basic Bike Maintenance for Women, Seattle REI flagship store; www.rei.com/seattle (12/07)

January

Jan. 1: New Year’s Day Bike Ride, Portland; meet at the Oregon Battleship Monument in Waterfront Park to kick off the new year with a leisure spin; begins at noon; (503) 416-BIKE, (503) 226-0676, www.bta4bikes.org (12/07)
Jan. 1: Polar Bear Ride, Bend, OR; (541) 382-6248, info@hutchsbiciycles.com(12/07)
Jan. 19: Stinky Weather Poker Ride, Woodinville, WA; Event starts and finishes at Redhook Brewery in Woodinville. It’s a 16-mile loop of the Sammamish River trail, Powerline trail, Upper Bear Creek trails (around “Tuscany” and the Tolt Pipline trail). Riders pick up playing cards at stations along the way and hopeto have a good enough hand at the end to win prizes. It should be a completely crummy day, weather-wise. (425) 985-9402, www.stinkyspoke.org (12/07)
Jan. 23: Road Bike Maintenance II: Chains and Derailleurs, Sandpoint Way, Seattle; 7 p.m., (206) 957-6623, www.cbcef.org/classes.html (12/07)
Jan. 29: Bicycle Lobby Day, Olympia, WA; join the Bicycle Alliance of Washington in Olympia in lobbying legislators on bicycle-related issues; BAW will provide talking points and help you schedule appointments with your legislators; Dave Janis, (206) 224-9252, davej@bicyclealliance.org, www.bicyclealliance.org (12/07)

February

Feb. 6: Road Bike Maintenance III: Brakes, Sandpoint way, Seattle; 7 p.m., (206) 957-6623, www.cbcef.org/classes.html (12/07)
Feb. 8-10: North American Handmade Bicycle Show, Portland; (317) 735-1257, www.handmadebicycleshow.com (12/07)
Feb. 10: Worst Day of the Year Ride, Portland; typically the rainiest, coldest day of the year; celebrate by biking 18 miles around downtown Portland; meet at the Lucky Lab; free cornbread and soup; 10 a.m.; benefits Community Cycling Center; (503) 288-8864, www.WorstDayRide.com (12/07)
Feb. 11: Bicycle Maintenance I: Fix a Flat, Sandpoint, Seattle; 6:30p.m., (206) 957-6623, www.cbcef.org/classes.html (12/07)
Feb. 11: Advanced Bicycle Commuting Class (3 hours), TBA (Downtown Seattle Office Building), WA; 5 p.m., (206) 522-7517, www.cbcef.org/classes.html (12/07)
Feb 11: Women’s Night, Portland; a monthly seminar on women-related biking topics at The Bike Gallery on 5329 NE Sandy Blvd.; 6 p.m.; (360) 694-9800, www.bikegallery.com (12/07)
Feb. 12: Cycle Oregon Kick-off Party, (800) CYCLEOR; www.cycleoregon.com (12/07)
Feb. 17: Seattle Bike Swap, Seattle; bargains on new and used bike related goods; Hanger 30, Magnuson Park.; 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; (206) 932-5921, pvelo@comcast.net, www.pazzovelo.com (12/07)
Feb. 17: Cherry Pie Road Race; Eugene, OR; www.obra.org (12/07)
Feb. 23: Urban Cycling Techniques: Intro (4 hours), Sandpoint Way, Seattle; 10 a.m., (206) 957-6623, www.cbcef.org/classes_road.html (12/07)
Feb 23: Roller Coaster Ride, Gig Harbor, WA; 61 mile hilly ride sponsored by Redmond Cycling Club; 8:30 a.m.; Greg gr8tandem@comcast.net, www.redmondcyclingclub.org/Events (12/07)
Feb. 24: Jack Frost Time Trial, Vancouver, WA; 12.4 miles out and back ourse; registration 8-9 a.m. at Vancouver Lake Park; (503) 649-4632, www.obra.org (12/07)
Feb. 24: Chilly Hilly, Bainbridge Island, WA; scenic ride around the island, chili feed before ride, sponsored by the Cascade Bicycle Club; www.cascade.org (12/07)
Feb. 25: Road Bike Maintenance II: Chain and Derailleurs, Sandpoint Way, Seattle; 7p.m., (206) 957-6623, www.cbcef.org/classes.html (12/07)

March

March 1: Going The Distance For Early Cancer Detection, Seattle, WA to Peoria, Ariz.; raise $100 per mile (1600 miles) for The Gregory Fund-early cancer detection research; (206) 910-1098, www.goingthedistanceforearlydetection.com (1/08)
March 2: 100K Populaire Ride, Seattle; sponsored by Seattle International Randonneurs; www.seattlerandonneur.org (1/08)
March 4: Bike Maintenance 101, Tualatin REI store, OR; REI bike commuter and shop technician will walk you through the basics from preventative maintenance to fixing a flat tire; 7 p.m.; (503) 624-8600, rei.com (12/07)
March 4-6: National Bike Summit, Washington, D.C.; advocacy groups, land use managers, retailers and policy makers come together for this annual conference; sponsored by the League of American Bicyclists; scholarships available; (202) 822-1333, www.bikeleague.org/events/index.html (1/08)

March 5: Bike Maintenance 101, Redmond REI store, WA; (425) 882-1158, rei.com (1/08)
March 8: Millersylvania Express, Olympia, WA; 81 mile hilly ride sponsored by Redmond Cycling Club; gr8tandem@comcast.net (12/07)
March 8-9: Group Health Seattle International Bicycle Expo, Seattle; celebration of cycling, with products, exhibits and cycling presentations (888) 334-BIKE, www.cascade.org (12/07)
March 10: Urban Cycling Techniques Part III, Sandpoint Way, Seattle; (206) 957-6623, www.cbcef.org/classes_road.html (1/08)
March 12: Bike Maintenance, Tukwila REI store, WA; (206) 248-1938, rei.com (12/07)
March 12: Bike Maintenance for Women, Redmond REI store, WA; (425) 882-1158, rei.com (1/08)
March 15: Bike Works Auction, Seattle; funds raised at auction will support Bike Works’ programs; vegetarian dinner, wine and micro beer; (206) 725-9408, www.bikeworks.org (1/08)
March 15: PUMP Ides of March, Scappoose, OR; (503)708-5752, ct (2/08)
March 15: McClinchy Mile, Arlington, WA; various distance loop routes through Snohomish Co.; (360) 658-2462, www.bikesclub.org, www.active.com (1/08)
March 20: Women’s Beginning Cycling Clinic, Portland; at The Bike Gallery on 5329 NE Sandy Blvd.; 6 p.m.; (360) 694-9800, www.bikegallery.com (12/07)
March 22: Alice Awards and Auction, Portland; businesses, organizations and individuals who have promoted Portland livability through bicycle use are honored at the Convention Center; 5 p.m.; (503) 226-0676, www.bta4bikes.org/alice/ (1/08)
March 22: Hood Canal 200K, Olympic Peninsula, WA; 200K ride along the Hood Canal; gr8tandem@comcast.net, www.redmondcyclingclub.org/Events (12/07)
March 23: Pre-Season Century, Bend, OR; (541) 382-6248, info@hutchsbiciycles.com(12/07)
March 29: DuPont Walk and Bike, DuPont, WA; 15k and 25k bike rides, 5k and 10k walks; 8 a.m.; (253) 927-4580, www.theoverthehillgang.net (1/08)

April

April 5: Pacelines Road 101 Class, Seattle; (206) 522-7517, www.cbcef.org/classes.html (1/08)
April 5: Tulip Pedal, Skagit County, WA; 20 and 40 mi rides through Skagit county’s tulip fields; 7 a.m. at LaConner Middle School; (360) 428-3230, www.skagitems.com (1/08)
April 7-10: Tulips and Bays Bike Tour, LaConner, WA; 4-day fully supported tour including meals and guides; Mike Aho (509) 625-6246, www.spokaneparks.org (1/08)
April 11-13: Filmed By Bike, Portland; a festival of bike-themed film shorts; 7 p.m.; Clinton St. Theater; www.filmedbybike.org (1/08)
April 13: Daffodil Classic, Orting, WA; 20, 50, 70 and 100 mi tours with views of Mt. Rainier; 7 a.m.-noon; (253) 759-2393, www.twbc.org (1/08)
April 13: Seattle Old Bike Swap Meet and Show, Kent, WA; over 500 bicycles are expected to be on display for sale/trade, Kent National Guard Armory; 8 a.m.-2 p.m.; (206) 364-0922, www.geocities.com/seattleoldbikeswap/ (1/08)
April 14: Women’s Night, Portland; a monthly seminar on women-related biking topics at The Bike Gallery on 5329 NE Sandy Blvd.; 6 p.m.; (360) 694-9800,
www.bikegallery.com (12/07)
April 24-28: Northwest Crank, Wenatchee, WA; hosted by the Seattle International Randonneurs; routes vary;
www.seattlerandonneur.org (1/08)
April 26: Tour de Lopez, Lopez Island, WA; (877) 433-2789, www.lopezisland.com (1/08)
April 27: Redmond Ride, Redmond, OR; (541) 382-6248, info@hutchsbiciycles.com(12/07)
April 27: Lilac Century Surprise, Spokane, WA; 25, 50 and 100 mi rides; 7 a.m.; (888) 222-BIKE, www.northdivision.com (1/08)
April 27: Monster Cookie Metric Century, Salem, OR; 62 mi ride through the countryside north of Salem;
www.salembicycleclub.org (12/07)

May is Oregon Walk + Bike to School Challenge Month, www.walknbike.org (4/08)

May is National Bike Month! See www.bikemonth.com for details or see www.cascade.org (Washington) and www.bta4bikes.org (Portland) for a list of local events (12/07)
Ongoing May-September: Bicycle Saturday and Sunday, Seattle; for10 weekend days this spring and summer, the city will devote a stretch of Lake Washington Boulevard exclusively to bicycles. Cyclists can ride along the car-free shores of Lake Washington from Mt. Baker Beach south to Seward Park; www.seattle.gov/parks/Athletics/bikesatsun.htm (5/08)

May 3: Ride Around Clark County (RAAC), Vancouver, WA; 18, 34, 65 and 100 mi loops; (360) 571-0202,
www.vancouverbicycleclub.com (1/08)
May 3: Camano Climb, Stanwood, WA; 30 or 50 mi ride around Camano Island with a gain of 2,360 ft.; (360) 629-6415,
www.stanwoodvelosport.com (1/08)
May 3: Dragon Slayer Bike Hike or Trike, Seattle, (503) 810-3713, www.nwsarcoma.org (1/08)
May 3: Pacelines and Group Riding Clinic (Road 101), Sandpoint Way, Seattle; (206) 957- 6623, www.cbcef.org/classes_road.html (1/08)
May 4: Rhody Tour, Port Townsend, WA; 32, 45 and 62 mile routes through Jefferson County; (360) 385-7567, www.ptguide.com/rhodytour/ (1/08)
May 4: May Day Metric, Federal Way, WA; challenging route beginning and ending at Phil’s South Side Cyclery benefiting the Bicycle Alliance of Washington; (253) 661-3903 (1/08)

May 10: Seattle Kids’ Bike Swap, Seattle; www.bikeworks.org (5/08)

May 10: Skagit Spring Classic, Burlington, WA; 25, 45, 62 and 100 mi routes; (360) 757-1200, www.skagitbicycleclub.org (1/08)
May 10: Inland Empire Century, Richland, WA; tricitybicycleclub.org (1/08)
May 10-11: STOKR, Libby, MT; 2-day scenic tour of the Kootenal River benefits Habitat for Humanity; (406) 293-2441, www.libbymt.com/events/stokr.htm (1/08)
May 12-16: Bike to Work Week, nationwide; www.bikemonth.com, www.bikeleague.org (1/08)
May 13-18: Mount Hood Cycling Classic, Hood River, OR; 200 mi ride in 5 stages for teams or individuals; www.mthoodcyclingclassic.com (12/07)
May 14: Women’s Night, Portland; a monthly seminar on women-related biking topics at The Bike Gallery on 5329 NE Sandy Blvd.; 6 p.m.; (360) 694-9800, www.bikegallery.com (12/07)

May 16-June 8: Spokesong, Seattle; play centered around Belfast bicycle shop; www.seattlepublictheater.org (5/08)

May 17: Yakima Ridges Bike Ride, Yakima, WA; 25, 45, 65, and 100 mi loops over the ridges of the upper Yakima Valley; (509) 966-4475, www.desertvalley.com/rides (1/08)
May 17: Reach the Beach, Portland, Grand Ronde, Corvallis, Salem and Amity, to Pacific City, OR; ride to benefit the American Lung Association of Oregon; (503) 459-4508, www.reachthebeach.org (12/07)
May 17: Tour de Cure, Redmond, WA; Marymoor Park; (888) DIABETES, www.diabetes.org/tour (1/08)
May 17-18: Tour of the Swan River Valley, Missoula, MT; www.missoulabike.org (1/08)
May 17-23: Cycle the Black Hills Loop, South Dakota; adventurecycling.org (1/08)
May 17-Aug. 2: TransAm Bike Ride, Williamsburg, Virg. to Florence, OR; (800) 755-2453, adventurecycling.org(1/08)
May 18: Two County Double Metric Century, Millersylvania State Park, WA; 20, 35, 50, 70, 85, 126 mi scenic rides;
(360) 480-7356, www.capitalbicycleclub.org (1/08)
May 18: Yakima Canyon Bike Ride, Yakima, WA; (800) 248-9980, www.co.yakima.wa.us/biketour (1/08)
May 21: Ride of Silence, Nationwide; aims to raise the awareness of motorists, police and city officials that cyclists have a legal right to the public roadways; www.rideofsilence.org (4/08)

May 21: Pacelines and Group Riding Clinic (Road 101), Sandpoint Way, Seattle; (206) 957- 6623, www.cbcef.org/classes_road.html (1/08)
May 22: Women on Bikes Clinic, Portland; www.GettingAroundPortland.org (1/08)
May 23-26: Okanagan Wine Bike Tour, Okanagan Falls, BC; 4-day fully supported tour of Kettle Trail and wineries including 3 nights, 7 meals and guides; Mike Aho (509) 625-6246, www.spokaneparks.org (1/08)
May 24-26: Century Ride of the Centuries, Pendleton, OR; 3-day ride culminating in a night at Bar M Dude Ranch. www.pendletononwheels.org and www.cyclependleton.com (1/08)

May 25: Southside Ride, Bend, OR; (541) 382-6248, info@hutchsbiciycles.com(12/07)
May 25-26: Victoria Colonist Cycling Festival, Victoria, BC, Canada; road, track and recreational cycling races and events; www.victoriacyclingfestival.com
(1/08)
May 26: Seven Hills of Kirkland Challenge, Kirkland, WA; 72 mi ride with 11 hills; 7- 9 a.m. start; www.7hillskirkland.com (1/08)
May 31: Ride for Rachel, Puyallup, WA; (253) 841-8711 ext. 6024 (1/08)
May 31- June 1: We Will Because We Can Bike Ride, Vernonia, OR; (503) 318-5994, www.wewillbecausewecan.org (1/08)

June

June TBA: Bike for Bears, Portland; Oregon Zoo; (503) 226-1561 (1/08)
June TBA: RU Bridge Curious, Vancouver, WA; casual ride for cyclists who want to learn how to cross the I-5 bridge to Portland and other commuter skills; bring a bike and helmet, water and lunch money; 10:30 a.m.; Todd Boulanger todd.boulanger@ci.vancouver.wa.us, (360) 696-8290 x 8657, shift2bikes.org (1/08)
Ongoing June-August: Sustainable Energy in Motion, throughout Oregon; bike rides of various daily distances to raise money for the Portland Peace and Justice Center; (971) 223-2268, www.portlandpeace.org (1/08)
June 1: Loreen Miller Bike Ride, Spokane, WA; ride with Don Kardong; century, half century and family ride; (509) 456-0446, www.cancerpatientcare.org (1/08)
June 1: Peninsula Metric Century, Gig Harbor/Port Orchard, WA; challenging 50k route starting from either Gig Harbor Medical Center or Southworth Ferry Terminal; 7-11 a.m.; (253) 579-2393, www.twbc.org (1/08)
June 1-2: Walla Walla Wine Bike Tour, Walla Walla, WA; 2-day fully supported tour including 1 night, 2 meals and guides; Mike Aho (509) 625-6246, www.spokaneparks.org (1/08)
June 4: No Frills Century, Bend, OR; 65 &100 mi rides; (541) 318-7388; www.freshairsports.com (1/08)
June 5: Cycle Seen Photography Exhibit, Portland; cycleseen.org (2/08)

June 7: Wheels to Meals, Puyallup, Wash.; raises money for Food Connection; (253) 383-5048 x 102 (4/08)

June 7: Skagit Habitat for Humanity Bike or Hike, Burlington, WA; proceeds from event help build homes for needy Skagit County families, includes event T-shirt and hotdog lunch, (360) 428-9402; www.skagithabitat.com (1/08)
June 7: Pioneer Century, Canby, OR; 100 mile rides through the Willamette Valley; (509) 682-9211, www.pwtc.com (12/07)

June 7: Wenatchee Sunrise Rotary Apple Century Bike Ride, Wenatchee, WA; 100-mi. ride beginning and ending Walla Walla Park; fully supported; (509) 888-0386, www.applebikeride.com (1/08)
June 7: Skagit Habitat for Humanity Bike or Hike, Burlington, WA; proceeds from event help build homes for needy Skagit County families, includes event T-shirt and hotdog lunch, (360) 428-9402; www.skagithabitat.com (1/08)
June 8: Bike Gallery Wine and Wheels Tour, McMinnville, OR; 12 and 26 mi options with stops at two wineries; (503) 282-3455, (503) 641-2580, jefferys@bikegallery.com(1/08)
June 8: Fort2Fort; Ride from historic Fort Worden State Park located in beautiful Port Townsend, Washington for a supported tour along quiet roads through scenic Jefferson County to either Old Fort Townsend (a Fun Ride of 17 miles roundtrip) or Fort Flagler (62 miles round trip for a metric century!); (360) 344-4459, www.fortworden.org (1/08)
June 12-28: Pedalpalooza, Portland; month-long festival of bicycles and those who ride them; meet other cyclists through dozens of events including a Donut Ride, Bicycle Swap Meet, Bike-In Movies and more; (503) 542-6900, www.shift2bikes.org (12/07)
June 13-16: Cycle Messenger World Championships, Toronto, Ont.; bike messengers from around the world compete in various disciplines; traveltools@hotmail.com, cmwc.sydbma.org (1/08)
June 14: Strawberry Century, Lebanon, OR; (541) 967-3295, santiamspokes.org (1/08)
June 14: Chelan Century Classic, Chelan, WA; challenging 100-mile ride or 25-mile family ride; (509) 682-3505, www.centuryride.com (1/08)
June 14: Flying Wheels Summer Century, Redmond, WA; 25, 50, 70 and 100 mi scenic loops from Marymoor Park; (888) 334-2453, www.cascade.org (1/08)
June 14: Hike ‘n Bike For the Future, Beaverton, OR; 5 and 10k hike, 15 and 30k bike,Terpenning Recreation Complex; 7:30 a.m.; $10 donation to the Tualatin Hills Park Foundation; (503) 629-6300, www.thpf.org (1/08)
June 14-20: Cycle the Columbia Gorge, Portland; 376-mile ride to Multnomah Falls, Hood River, Mount Hood, Mount Adams and more; www.adventurecycling.org(1/08)
June 14-21: Sierra to the Sea, Northern CA; 420 mi cycle tour sponsored by the Almaden Cycle Touring Club of San Jose; sierratothesea.org (1/08)
June 16-24: Towards Carfree Cities, Portland; shift2bikes.org (1/08)
June 20-22: Yakima Valley Wine Bike Tour, Yakima Valley, WA; 3-day fully supported tour including 2 nights, 7 meals and guides; Mike Aho (509) 625-6246, www.spokaneparks.org (1/08)
June 21: Ride 4 a Reason, Winthrop, WA; 28-mile ride from Winthrop to Ross Lake; presented by the Native Planet Outdoor Club and benefits indigenous cultures worldwide; 6-10:30 a.m. start times; www.ride4areason.org (1/08)
June 21: Ann Weatherhill Cycling Classic, Walla Walla, WA; metric and half-metric century ride over largely rural back roads in the beautiful Walla Walla Valley; (509) 337-8668, www.bikeleague.org (1/08)
June 21: Ride the Gorge, Buck Creek, OR; CAMBA’s bike festival, $20 includes goodie bag and food, shuttles, guided group rides and raffle drawings, (509) 493-4950, cambamtb@gmail.com or dvz12@hotmail.com, www.camba.info (1/08)
June 21: Cannonball, Seattle to Spokane, WA; 275 mi on I-90; (425) 739-8609, (206) 781-3903, www.redmondcyclingclub.org (12/07)

June 21: Tour de Blast, Mount St. Helens, WA; 50, 100, 135k open-highway rides through the Mount St. Helens blast zone; 6:30 a.m.; www.tourdeblast.com (1/08)
June 21: Mountain Lakes Challenge, Ashland, OR; 27, 58, 65, and 97 mi routes through the mountains near Ashland; 7:30 a.m.; (541) 482-4814, www.siskiyouvelo.org (1/08)
June 21-22: Cycle Washington Memorial Ride, Redmond, WA; in memory of Jill Wood Spanjer and other Washington riders killed or injured while cycling; Redmond to Wenatchee, (509) 662-3461 or (800) 258-2821, www.cyclewamemorialride.com (1/08)
June 21-27: Cycle Montana; (800) 755-2453, adventurecycling.org (1/08)
June 22: Double Dawg Tandem Ride, Bend, OR; Ride from Bend to Smith Rock State Park, Open to singles and tandems, 65 mi; $5-8; (541) 382-6248, info@hutchsbiciycles.com(12/07)

June 22: Watermelon Rides, Salem, OR; 50, 100, 125, 200 mi routes through the central Willamette Valley; www.salembicycleclub.org (1/08)
June 23-Aug. 9: Bike Ride Across America; 48-day trip from Seattle to Washington, D.C. to raise money for the American Lung Association; limit 40 riders; $5,500 sponsorships; (206) 441-5100, www.cleanairadventures.org (6/08)
June 28: Rock and Ride, George, Wash.; www.quincyvalley.org (4/08)

June 28: Tour of Pain, Spokane, WA; 200-mi single day ride Spokane to Coeur d’Alene, (509) 838-3707, gino@roundandround.com, www.roundandround.com (1/08)
June 29: Livestrong Challenge, Portland; 10, 40, 70 and 100 mi options and a 10 run and 5k run/walk; (877) 424-2553 x807, www.livestrongchallenge.org (1/08)
June 29: Tour de Pierce, Puyallup, WA; 12, 30, 50-mile rides; (253) 798-4177, www.co.pierce.wa.us/parks (1/08)

July

July 3-5: San Juan Island Bike Tour; Team Survivor Northwest sponsors this 3-day intermediate ride; (206) 732-8350, www.teamsurvivornw.org (1/08)
July 3-6 : Northwest Tandem Rally, Yakima, WA; family-oriented annual event; www.nwtr.org (12/07)
July 7: Oregon-Crater Lake, Oakridge, OR; Bike on side roads and Oregon coast bike routes; led by Bicycle Adventures; also available July 21, Aug. 4, 18 and Sept. 1; (800) 443-6060, (1/08)
July 9-13: Columbia River Cascade Cycling Classic, Bend, OR; event includes 6 stages over 5 days: a time trial, 2 criteriums, a circuit race and 2 road races; (541) 388-0002, www.cascade-classic.org (1/08)
July 11-13: Seaside Bikefest, Seaside, OR; seasideconvention.com (1/08)
July 12: Jackson’s Ride the Gorge , Hood River, OR; ride through the Columbia Gorge, benefiting the NW Sarcoma Foundation, (503) 810-3713, www.jacksonsridethegorge.org (4/08)
July 12: The Night Ride, Portland; annual ride around town with fire dancers, glow necklaces and midnight doughnut feast; costumes are encouraged; fundraiser for the BTA; (503) 459-4508, www.thenightride.com (12/07)
July 12-13: Group Health Seattle to Portland (STP) Ride, 200-mi ride can be divided into two days; 8,000 riders; (206) 522-2403, www.cascade.org (12/07)
July 13-19: Tour BC, Penticton, BC, Canada; 7 day bike tour from Okanagan Valley; (877) 606-2453, www.tour-bc.net (1/08)
July 16-20: Redmond Rotary’s Bicycle Tour (Redspoke), Redmond to Spokane, WA; limit 100 riders; (206) 298-9288; info@redspoke.org (1/08)
July 19: S2S, Seattle to Spokane, WA; (425) 739-8609, (206) 781-3903, www.redmondcyclingclub.org (12/07)
July 19: Tour des Chutes, Bend, OR; (541) 382-8018, www.tourdeschutes.org (1/08)
July 19-20: Oregon MS Bike Ride, Lane County, OR; raise money for the Multiple Sclerosis Society while touring Oregon’s wine country and woodlands. Routes ranging from 17 to 104 miles include occasional stops at vineyards, hearty meals, a beer garden and more; (503) 223-9511, www.nationalmssociety.org/MSBike-Oregon.asp, www.msbikerideoregon.com (1/08)
July 20: Oregon Ultimate Century, Bend, OR; (541) 382-6248, (12/07)
July 20: Bike Gallery Wine and Wheels Tour, McMinnville, OR; 12 and 26 mi options with stops at two wineries; (503) 282-3455, (503) 641-2580, jefferys@bikegallery.com (1/08)
July 23: Cyclefest Outdoor Cinema, Seattle; www.cascade.org (1/08)
July 24: RAMROD, Enumclaw, WA; Ride Around Mount Rainier in One Day; (206) 781-3903; www.redmondcyclingclub.org (12/07)
July 26: Rotary Club RAP 150 Ride, Burlington, WA; (360) 770-4325, rotary.org (1/08)
July 26: Cycling for a Cure, Silverdale, WA; arthritis benefit, (877) 9JOINTS, arthritis.org (1/08)
July 26: Rotary Club Pedal the Pinchot, Woodland, WA; four routes from 30 to 88 miles, two each for road and mountain bike; 6 a.m.; call Carol at (360) 225-9421, www.pedalthepinchot.com (1/08)
July 26-27: ALS DoubleDay Ride, Mount Vernon/ Skagit Valley, WA; 85-mi 2-day ride to benefit ALS Association; 9 a.m.; (866) 786-7257, www.alsa-ec.org (12/07)
July 27: Tour de Peaks, Snoqualmie Valley, WA;100 km Metric Century, 50km Half Century, 14 Mile Intermediate and 4 Mile Family Rides. All rides start and finish at Meadowbrook Farm in North Bend and tour through the scenic Snoqualmie Valley. Breakfast and lunch are included with paid registration - the event has earned the reputation for having the best food of any Northwest bike ride.  Kids activities. Live Music! Raffle for a $3,300 Specialized Roubaix Expert road bike. (425) 888-4440, tourdepeaks.com (5/08)

July 27: Tour de Kitsap, Kitsap County, WA; www.westsoundcycling.com (1/08)
July 27: Vancouver Courthouse Criterium, Vancouver, WA; seven fast-paced bicycle races on a safe, 1k, eight turn, figure eight for all ages and skill levels; starts at 2 p.m. with our famous Kiddy Criterium, feature races start at 6 p.m.; (360) 695-6905, JonKra@colmac.com, www.northriverracing.com (1/08)
July 27-Aug. 1: Bicycle Washington, fully supported ride; benefits the Central Oregon Safe Kids program; (800) 413-8432, www.oregonbicycleride.org (1/08)

July 30 - Aug. 3: Cascade Classic, Bend, OR; www.mbsef.org (12/07)

August

Aug. 1: Portland Twilight Criterium, Portland; www. PortlandTwilight.com (12/07)
Aug. 1-3: Get Your Guts in Gear, Seattle; www.ibdride.org/ (1/08)
Aug. 1-3: Cycle Oregon Family Weekend, Astoria, OR; (800) CYCLEOR; www.cycleoregon.com (12/07)
Aug. 2: Tour de Fat, Seattle; Join the Bike Parade, decorate your bike, don your wildest costume and experience the rideable bicycle art exhibit – all while raising money for local bike advocacy groups and sampling New Belgium’s diverse portfolio of beers; www.newbelgium.com/vibe_tourdefat.php (5/08)

Aug. 2: Eight Lakes Leg Aches, Spokane, WA; 30, 50 or 80-mile rides; (509) 343-5020, www.lcsnw.org (1/08)
Aug. 2: Tour de Whatcom, Bellingham, WA; bike ride to help charities of Whatcom County, begins and ends in Bellingham’s Fairhaven district; (360) 739-9953, www.tourdewhatcom.com (1/08)
Aug. 2-4: Courage Classic, Tacoma, WA; 3-day, 172-mile bike tour that benefits Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital and Trust Foundation; (253) 403-4374, www.courageclassic.com(1/08)
Aug. 3: Hottest Day of the Year Ride, Portland; 15-mile urban ride starts and finishes at the Lucky Lab in NW Portland; includes water fight, ice cream sundaes and more; benefits the Community Cycling Center; (503) 459-4508, www.hottestdayride.com(12/07)
Aug. 3: G.E.A.R.S Blackberry Bramble, Eugene, OR; ride through the farms and vineyards of Lorane Valley; 100 mi, 100 km, 43 mi and 20 mi rides; pie and ice cream at the finish; (541) 484-1734, www.eugenegears.org (1/08)
Aug. 3: Mount Shasta Summit Century, Mt. Shasta, CA; 30, 55, 100, 130; www.shastasummitcentury.com (1/08)
Aug. 3-9: Ride Around Washington (RAW), Oroville to Columbia Gorge, WA; mileages 70-105 miles/day; (206) 522-2403, www.cascade.org (1/08)
Aug. 4-8: Family Fun Colorado Bike Tour; (800) 755-2453, adventurecycling.org (1/08)

Aug. 9: Tour de Tillamook, Tillamook, OR; shanegould@comcast.net (6/08)

Aug 9: Climb for Cancer, Issaquah, WA; SE 54th St and Newport Way; Free individual time trial up Zoo Hill; register by email; (425) 246-6699, climb4cancer@yahoo.com, 360.yahoo.com/climb4cancer (1/08)
Aug. 10: American Cancer Society’s Bike to Battle Cancer, Edgewater Park, Mt. Vernon, WA, 30 mile, 50 mile and 100 mile course, 8:00 a.m. start, (800) 729-5588, main.acsevents.org/bike-a-thon (1/08)
Aug 10: Lakes Loop Ride, Bend, OR; (541) 382-6248, info@hutchsbiciycles.com(12/07)
Aug. 10: Torture 10,000 Century, Gresham, OR; 30, 72, or 100 mile rides through the Columbia Gorge and surrounding communities; 100 mile ride climbs Larch Mountain, for 10,000 total feet of climbing; 8 a.m. (503) 666-5796, www.pwtc.com (1/08)
Aug. 10: Providence Bridge Pedal, Portland; 12th annual ride over Portland’s beautiful bridges; fundraiser for the BTA; 6:30 p.m.; (503) 281-9198, www.providence.org (12/07)
Aug. 10: Oregon Covered Bridges Tour, Albany, OR; 40, 68, 85, 100 mi fully supported bike rides which pass over covered bridges; (541) 757-6691, www.mvbc.com (1/08)
Aug. 10: TRYBR, Tenino, WA; 20, 35, 50, 70, 100 mi rides on low traffic roads; (360) 480-7356, www.capitalbicycleclub.org (1/08)
Aug. 10-16: Ride Idaho; fully supported 410 mile route with rest day in Sun Valley; register by July 18; (208) 344-5501, www.rideidaho.org (1/08)
Aug. 10-16: Oregon Bicycle Ride, Pendleton, OR; 7-day, fully supported 500 mi ride; benefits the Central Oregon Safe Kids program; (800) 413-8432, www.oregonbicycleride.org (1/08)

Aug. 15-16: RSVP, Seattle to Vancouver, BC; 183-mi ride ends in Vancouver with festivities; (206) 522-2403, www.cascade.org (1/08)
Aug 15-17: Recumbent Retreat, Fort Stevens State Park, OR; West Coast Recumbent event; breakfast rides; games, bike light parades; potluck; www.recumbentretreat.org(1/08)
Aug. 15-24: Columbia River Classic, Spokane, WA; Ride through the Colville National Forest; trace the Columbia River into Canada; Led by Timberline Adventures; (800) 417-2453, www.timbertours.com (1/08)
Aug. 16: Hot August Days Tour of the Columbia Basin, Wenatchee, WA; 50, 100 & 150 mi tours; (509) 662-3461, www.hotaugstdays.com (1/08)
Aug 16: The Vine Ride, Newberg, OR; Bicycle tour of north Willamette valley wine country; fully supported; 35,65 and 100 mi; (800) 390-6189, ride_coordinator@vineride.com; www.vineride.com (1/08)
Aug. 16: Tour de Fat, Portland; Join the Bike Parade, decorate your bike, don your wildest costume and experience the rideable bicycle art exhibit – all while raising money for local bike advocacy groups and sampling New Belgium’s diverse portfolio of beers; www.newbelgium.com/vibe_tourdefat.php (5/08)

Aug. 16: Crater Lake Century, Klamath Falls, OR; Ride from Fort Klamath Museum to and around Crater Lake; call Bill Haskins (541) 884-1343, (800) 445-6728, www.craterlakecentury.com (1/08)
Aug 16-17: Vela Bella Leavenworth Ladies Ride; www.cascade.org (1/08)
Aug. 16-Aug. 22: Great Divide Colorado Ride, bike tour; (800) 755-2453, adventurecycling.org (1/08)
Aug. 17: Bike for Pie, Bainbridge Island, WA; scenic ride around the island, sponsored by the Squeaky Wheels Bicycle Club; (206) 780-7869, www.squeakywheels.org (12/07)
Aug. 17: Ice Cream Classic Bike Ride, Bend, OR; 65 mi ride with free ice cream; (541) 318-7388; www.freshairsports.com (1/08)
Aug 17: Yaquina Lighthouse Century, Newport, OR; Experience the beauty of the Oregon coast; 100 mi, 100k and 22 mi rides; (541) 867-7123, www.yaquinawheels.org (1/08)
Aug. 17-19: Iron Horse Trail Bike Tour, South Cle Elum, WA; fully supported tour including 7 meals and guides; Mike Aho (509) 625-6246, www.spokaneparks.org (1/08)
Aug. 23: Bike, Hike or Trike; Seattle, WA.; www.kristafoundation.org (8/08)

Aug. 23: Tour de Lentil, Pullman, WA; Ride through the rolling hills of the Palouse region in and around Pullman; 100 km; (509) 334-3565, www.lentilfest.com (1/08)
Aug. 23: Howl at the Moon Night Ride, Kellogg, ID; (208) 783-1111 (1/08)
Aug. 23-24: Cycling for a Cure, Tacoma, WA; arthritis benefit, intermediate level, (877) 9JOINTS, arthritis.org (1/08)
Aug 23-24: MS Bike Tour, McCall, ID; 50-200 miles over 2 days; (208) 336-0555, sannette.clark@nmss.org, www.nationalmssociety.org (1/08)
Aug. 23-24: RAPSody, Tacoma, WA; 165 mi recreational ride to Vashon Island, Olympia, Port Orchard and back; (206) 577-6999, www.rapsodybikeride.com (1/08)
Aug. 24: Tour de Muk, Mukilteo, WA; 26-mile scenic, 16-mile challenge, 3-mile family; 6:45 A.M., (425) 353-5516, www.mukilteofestival.org (8/08)

Aug. 24: Summits of Bothell (SOB), Bothell, WA; Challenging and scenic 35 mi ride up and over the community’s seven hills; (425) 486-8152, www.ci.bothell.wa.us (1/08)
Aug. 24: Portland Century, Portland; goodsportpromotion.com (12/07)
Aug. 30: JDRF Black Diamond Ride to Cure Diabetes, Black Diamond, WA; www.jdrfnwride.org (5/08)

Aug. 31: Hutch’s 100k, Bend, OR; metric century (62 mile) road ride beginning and ending at Tumalo State Park; 9 a.m.; (541) 382-6248, www.hutchsbicycles.com (12/07)

September

Sept. Bike Commute Challenge, Portland; month-long program, the BTA’s biggest effort to get new riders on their bikes; earn prizes and bragging rights; (503) 226-0676, www.bikecommutechallenge.com(12/07)
Sept. TBA: Operation American Spirit Ride, Seattle; ride from Seattle to San Diego, benefits wounded US veterans, www.operationamericanspirit.org (1/08)
Sept: 1-5: Crater Lake National Park Road Bike Tour, Bicycling Magazine chose the Crater Lake Loop as one of its top ten rides. It is great way to expolore the unique geology of the lake that was created when Mt. Mazama erupted over 7,000 years ago and the resulting crater slowly filled with water. Lodging includes a grat Bed & Breakfast and the Crater Lake Lodge. Cost is $1,745. Intermediate to advanced level. 800-845-2453; www.westernspirit.com (1/08)
Sept. 2-5: Pro Bike/Pro Walk, Seattle; Transforming Communities: Beyond Sustainability; www.bikewalk.org/conference.php (5/08)
Sept. 3-10: Sierra Sampler California Bike Tour; (800) 755-2453, adventurecycling.org (1/08)
Sept. 4: John Cahill Memorial Bike Ride, Greenwater, WA; 40-mile bike ride to Crystal Mountain and back and 6-mile hike; (253) 756-8876, uptonlaw@hotmail.com (1/08)
Sept. 6: Mine to Vine Bike Ride, Kellogg, ID; (208) 783-1549, www.silvermt.com (1/08)
Sept. 6: Emerald City Lights Bike Ride, Auburn, WA, 18-mi, 30-mi, 60-mi bike rides, starts and ends at Auburn Game Park Farm, www.emeraldcitylightsbikeride.org (1/08)
Sept. 6: Oregon Coast Cycling Festival, Gold Beach, OR; A benefit for the Curry Health Foundation, road rides from 3 to 100 mi; party at the end; (541) 251-0063, www.oregoncoastcyclingfestival.com (5/08)

Sept. 6: LUNA Chix, Mercer Island Park & Ride, Mercer Island, WA, http://lunachixseattle.blogspot.com (8/08)

Sept. 6: Tour d'Organics, Portland; ride featuring rest stops at local organic farms; 35 and 65 mile routes; gourmet, vegan post-ride mail; (866) 258-6179, www.tourdorganics.com
Sept. 6-13: Cycle Oregon Week Ride, various locations in Oregon; bicycle tour through the state, 50-80 mi per day; (800) CYCLEOR; www.cycleoregon.com (12/07)
Sept. 7: High Pass Challenge, Seattle; 500 rider limit, 114 miles, 7500+ feet of climbing, 10 hour time cutoff, www.cascade.org (1/08)
Sept. 7: Doggie Pedal, Portland; (503) 459-4508, goodsportpromotion.com (12/07)
Sept. 7: Headwaters Century, Enumclaw, WA; 45, 65 and 100 mi routes benefiting Tacoma Wheelmen events and BAW; start time 7 a.m.-11 a.m.; (253) 272-6747, www.twbc.org (1/08)
Sept. 7: Sunnyside Century Bicycle Ride, Bend, OR; annual 100 mi bicycle ride around Mount Bachelor; 65 mi ride option; 8 a.m.; (541) 382-8018, www.sunnysidesports.com (1/08)

Sept. 10: LUNA Chix, Marymoor Park, Redmond, WA, http://lunachixseattle.blogspot.com (8/08)
Sept. 13: Chafe 150, N. Idaho - W. Montana; 150 mile route; Rider limit 250; (208) 290-7148, www.chafe150.com (8/08)

Sept. 13: Tour de Vine, Wenatchee, WA; bike tour in the Wenatchee Valley, with stops at vineyards; 30 or 60 miles; 8 a.m.; (800) 572-7753, (509) 663-0425, www.tourdevine.com (1/08)
Sept. 13-14: Group Health Bike MS Ride , La Conner, WA; fully supported 2-day journey benefitting the National MS Society, WA Chapter; (206) 284-4254 x 235, www.nationalmssociety.org/bikems2008 (1/08)
Sept. 13-27: Big Ride Pacific Coast, Seattle to San Francisco; fully supported ride to raise money for the American Lung Association; (206) 441-5100, www.cleanairadventures.org (6/08)

Sept. 14: Chuckanut Century Bicycle Ride, Bellingham, WA; 25, 50, 62, 100 or 124 miles, (360) 734-8540, www.mtbakerbikeclub.org (1/08)
Sept. 14: Kruger’s Kermesse Farm Criterium, Portland; (503) 616-4806, kris@portlandracing.com, www.obra.org (12/07)
Sept. 14: Spawning Cycle, Seattle; follows the Copper River salmon spawning cycle around the city; four loop options; www.cascade.org (1/08)
Sept. 14-21: California Farm Fresh Tour, bike tour from San Francisco; (800) 755-2453, adventurecycling.org (1/08)
Sept. 18-21: Okanagan Wine Bike Tour, Okanagan Falls, BC; 4-day fully supported tour of Kettle Trail and wineries including 3 nights, 7 meals and guides; Mike Aho (509) 625-6246, www.spokaneparks.org (1/08)
Sept. 20: Ride the Rogue, Rogue River, OR: Palmerton Park; century, metric century & 30-mi options and a 5-mile family walk or ride along the Rogue River; www.ridetherogue.org (1/08)
Sept. 20: Tour de Whidbey, Whidbey Island, WA; choose between a hilly and challenging century or 50 mi route, or a moderate 25 mi ride; includes breakfast and chili-feed; (360) 321-7656, ext. 4020, tourwhidbey@whidbeygen.org; www.whidbeygen.org (1/08)
Sept. 20-21: Tour Des Lacs, Spokane, WA/Coeur d’Alene, ID; fully-supported 2-day cycling tour between Spokane & Coeur d’ Alene; multiple route options; wendy@roundandround.com, www.roundandround.com(1/08)
Sept. 20-21: Hood River Cyclocross, Hood River, OR; (206) 683-9011, www.obra.org (12/07)
Sept. 20-21: Fly and Bike Festival, Chelan, WA; hang gliding competition and 10 mi bike ride; www.chelanflyers.com (1/08)
Sept. 20-22: Trek-Tri Island, San Juan Islands; 3-day bike ride around the San Juan Islands to raise money for the American Lung Association; (206) 441-5100, ext 19,  www.cleanairadventures.org (6/08)
Sept. 20-27: Amgen California Coast Classic, San Francisco to Los Angeles, CA; 8-day fully supported ride; benefit for the Arthritis Foundation; (800) 954-2873, www.californiacoastclassic.org (1/08)
Sept. 21: Peach of a Century, Salem, OR; 62 & 100 mi routes through the countryside; www.salembicycleclub.org (1/08)
Sept. 27: Gran Fondo, Walla Walla, Wash.; www.smmc.com (4/08)

Sept. 27: Dam 2 Dam Thumbs Up Tour, East Wenatchee, WA; 25, 50 and 100 mi rides along the Columbia River; (800)

October

Oct. 3-5: Fall Bike Festival, Methow Valley, WA; (509) 996-3287, www.mvsta.com (1/08)
Oct. 4: Ellensburg Manastash Metric Century/True Century Tour, Ellensburg, WA; challenging 104 km ride through some of Central Washington’s most scenic cycling country; Jim Baunsgard, unitedway@elltel.net; www.drier-ride.org (1/08)
Oct. 4, 11: Psycho Cross; (206) 683-9011, www.obra.org (12/07) Oct. 5: Kitsap Color Classic, Kitsap Peninsula, WA; 33, 43, 44, or 64 mi. bike loops; start at Edmonds ferry terminal or Kingston, www.cascade.org (1/08)
Oct. 10-12: Yakima Valley Wine Bike Tour, Yakima Valley, WA; 3-day fully supported tour including 2 nights, 7 meals and guides; Mike Aho (509) 625-6246, www.spokaneparks.org (1/08)
Oct 12: Harvest Century, St. Paul, OR; 7 a.m.; Three loops of45 mi, 75 mi, and 100 mi; (503) 292-4964 x116; www.harvestcentury.org (1/08)
Oct. 18: Bicycle Alliance of Washington Auction, Seattle Center Fisher Pavilion; (206) 224-9252, www.bicyclealliance.org/auction/index.html (12/07)
Oct. 25: Southern Oregon Outlaw Cyclocross; (206) 683-9011, www.obra.org (12/07)

November

Nov. 1: Meet the Team Ride, Portland; (206) 683-9011, www.obra.org (12/07)
Nov. 15: PUMP Club Bicycle Swap Meet & Vendor Show; Portland, OR.; Buy, Sell, Trade new or used bike stuff, $2 entry fee; 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.; (503) 703-4300, susan@workforce-dynamics.com, www.pumpclub.org (1/08)

December

Dec. 13: Light Up the Night, Bainbridge Island, WA; scenic ride around the island, sponsored by the Squeaky Wheels Bicycle Club; (206) 780-7869, www.squeakywheels.org (12/07)