Bend E-bikes Meetup Group

🔴 ADVANCED RIDE: ➡️ Up to Paulina Summit - Loop 🚵‍♂️🌋
🕘 9:00 AM meetup, wheels rolling by 9:30 AM
📍 Meetup Location: Paulina Lake Road Pullout (Ten Mile Sno-Park)
🔗 Google Maps Location

We'll tackle a spectacular loop climbing up to the Paulina Peak area — one of Central Oregon’s most dramatic viewpoints. This gravel + paved loop is for experienced riders who love long climbs, sweeping views, and a bit of rugged adventure.
✅ Paved + unpaved combo (gravel-friendly tires required)
✅ Massive views over Newberry Crater, Paulina Lake & obsidian flows
✅ Quiet forest roads and epic switchbacks

When: 📆 Saturday, Aug 9, 2025

• Snow is fully melted on Paulina Lake Road and surrounding trails
• Trails are dry and not muddy
• Temps are at least 55–65°F at elevation
• No rain in the forecast

🕘 9:45 AM meetup, wheels rolling by 10:00 AM
This gives time for the sun to warm things up and avoids icy morning temps.

Meetup Location: Paulina Lake Road Pullout (Ten Mile Sno-Park)
📏 Distance: 14.6 miles
⛰️ Elevation Gain: 2,372 ft
⏱️ Estimated Duration: ~2 hours
🔗 Surface: 53% paved (7.7 mi) | 47% unpaved (6.9 mi)

⚡ What You Will Need ⚡

• Fully charged e-bike (Class 1 or 3) – 750Wh or larger battery recommended
• Gravel or MTB tires (some steep unpaved sections)
• Helmet (required)
• Water, snacks, layers (temps can drop above 7,000 ft)

🎯 Who’s this ride for?
Riders with strong fitness, solid bike handling skills, and experience with steep climbs and mixed surfaces.
If you're looking for a high-effort, high-reward ride with unforgettable views and minimal traffic — this is it.

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🔴 Why Advanced?
Even with an e-bike, this ride earns its advanced rating due to the relentless 2,372 ft climb, steep 10.8% average grade, elevation gain above 7,900 ft, and the need for sure-footed riding on rough surfaces. Battery planning, braking confidence, and overall endurance are essential.

🕣 8:00 AM meetup, wheels rolling by 9:00 AM
📍 Meetup Location: Crater Lake – Park & Ride Staging Area (exact pin and parking info TBA)
🔗 Official Event Info & Registration (You must register individually)

🌟 Ride Overview:
Ride the Rim is one of the most breathtaking and unique cycling events in Oregon! For two Saturdays each September, 24 miles of Crater Lake’s East Rim Drive are closed to cars, allowing cyclists to enjoy a car-free, awe-inspiring ride along the rim of a volcanic caldera. 🌲🌀
With steep climbs, high altitude, and winding descents, this is a ride to remember — and conquer.

📏 Distance: 24+ miles (loop or out-and-back options)

⛰️ Elevation Gain: ~3,500 ft
🕒 Estimated Duration: ~3+ hours
🔗 Surface: 100% paved
📍 Elevation Range: ~6,500–7,700 ft

⚡ What You Will Need ⚡

• Fully charged Class 1 or 3 e-bike (750Wh or greater strongly recommended)
• Helmet (required)
• Extra battery (optional but helpful!)
• Layers, gloves, and wind protection (weather can vary drastically)
• Water, nutrition, and sunscreen
• Camera or phone for panoramic photo ops!
• Signed event waiver and advance registration at ridetherimoregon.com

🎯 Who’s this ride for?
Experienced riders looking for a bucket-list challenge in one of Oregon’s most scenic parks. This ride includes long climbs, high-elevation riding, and some narrow segments, so confidence with descents and good endurance are key.

🔴 Why Advanced?
Ride the Rim is considered advanced due to the significant elevation gain (~3,500 ft), high-altitude riding, remote location, and variable weather conditions. Even with an e-bike, you’ll need solid fitness, smart power management, and climbing confidence to fully enjoy this unforgettable ride.

📝 NOTE: This is not an officially guided group ride. Each participant must register independently via the Ride the Rim website. We’ll coordinate meetup & group riding options for those interested in staying together. 🚴‍♂️💨