Great Weather and Camaraderie Last Memorial Day weekend, twenty-five hardy souls strapped everything they needed on their bikes and spent four days cycling and camping in the gorgeous Gorge. We left from Larson’s Bakery in Vancouver, heading east for two days along the north side of the Columbia River,… Read More
The Seattle-to-Portland ride is a great ride and should be a great experience. You will traverse new country, meet new people, and see things you have never seen before. One time, I pulled into the Tenino rest stop, saw a rider get off his bike, lean it… Read More
Most people know what to expect from the world’s #3 largest fast-food chain founded in Seattle. The chain started as a coffee shop; and evolved to what it is today. Every store looks and feels about the same because adherence to corporate standards results in consistency across the brand. Corporations… Read More
Several of you have asked when another club jersey or vest order would be placed. In the past, the club was required to order a full array of sizes, then try to sell what we had. Now, these companies are willing to work directly with us, provided we have at… Read More
It is that time of year, SUMMER, when PBC members and guests gather to celebrate cycling, food, fun, and friendship! Our annual summer celebration will be on Sunday, August 6, at Columbia Park. Prior to the all-important picnic, there will be a choice of club rides. Our… Read More
You stop to the right of a car that’s already waiting at a red light or stop sign. The driver can’t see you. When the light turns green, you move forward, and then the car turns right, directly into you. Even small cars can cause significant harm, but this scenario… Read More
The “Trolley Trail” that connects the cities of Milwaukie and Gladstone is a six-mile multiuse trail that follows the old Portland Traction Company streetcar line right-of-way which operated between 1893 until 1968. The Trolley Trail is a regular route for local walkers, their dogs, and cyclists of all ages. Along… Read More
Most of you are aware that our club earns money by coordinating the Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic finish line for Cascade Bicycle Club. We volunteer, work hard, and get financial compensation that benefits all of us. Several years ago, we negotiated with Cascade Bicycle Club to also receive… Read More