Rip's City River Ride III

Meet your event host, "Rip", in Gladstone at Chief Charles Ames Memorial City Park near the corner of E Arlington St and Chicago Ave. At the conclusion of our ride, you will have the option of enjoying Happy Hour with the group at Gladstones Eat Drink Sports, Parking is free on nearby side streets.

There will be bike trails and dedicated bike lanes much of the way. The ride forms a loop, covering both sides of the Willamette River. We will ride the Trolley Trail from Gladstone and stop at Sellwood Park for a restroom break, followed by the challenging River View Cemetery climb.
After the cemetery, it will be a fast downhill on the Terwilliger Blvd , along the edge of Tryon Creek on our way back to Lake Oswego.

In Lake Oswego, we'll find our way to George Rogers Park then take Old River Road to Mary S Young park. After a cruise down Main St in Oregon City we'll cross the pedestrian bridge at Cross Park as we return to our starting point in Gladstone. Join the group for an optional Happy Hour at Gladstone's Eat Drink Sports at the corner of E Berkeley St and Portland Ave in downtown Gladstone.

THE ROUTE, RIP'S CITY RIVER RIDE #3
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45928306
CHARLES AMES MEMORIAL CITY PARK, GLADSTONE
https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Charles_Ames_Memorial_Park_Trailhead
HAPPY HOUR AT GLADSTONES EAT DRINK SPORTS, 270 PORTLAND AVE
https://gladstonesbar.com/

YOUR EVENT HOST:
"Rip" can be reached best by text at 503-862-3196. PLEASE text with any questions, comments or concerns.

Series Description:
Join your event host, Rip, for a series of rides that form a loop, covering both sides of the Willamette River. There are bike trails and dedicated bike lanes much of the way. The route will vary only slightly each time we ride, but will always form a loop from one side of the river to the other, with a planned restroom break half way. The route is about 25 miles with 1200 feet of climbing. Nearly 1/3 of the total climb being over the two mile stretch of our ride through the cemetery. At the conclusion of our ride, you will have the option of enjoying Happy Hour with the group at a venue that is always near the place we start the route.

Your RSVP signifies that you AGREE to the following:
Organizers, event hosts and other participants will not be held responsible for any individual at any event.
Each participant rides at their own risk and is solely responsible for any damage to their equipment or themselves.
RSVP’s cannot include a +1 or Guest.
If you choose to bring a friend or family member, they themselves must sign up as a member of Go the Distance and RSVP on their own.

RULES OF THE ROAD:
Weather Cancellation Policy:
CHECK this website on the day of the ride for cancellations.
We will usually ride even if it's wet.
We will cancel only if severe weather is likely.

Mandatory For All Riders:
1.) Helmet.
2.) Flat Kit & Spare Tube.
Must be able to repair a flat or have a way to get picked up.
There is usually someone on the ride who can help with a flat but not guaranteed--plan accordingly.
3.) Bike in Good Working Order.
If there is an issue with proper working or lack of equipment you may be asked to sit the ride out. Please ask for help if you are ill equipped prior to the ride.
4.) Obey Traffic Laws.
You are a representative of the greater cycling community and should conduct yourself that way on the road.
Read the Oregon Pedestrian, Bicyclist and Driver Rules available at:
https://www.oregon.gov/odot/Safety/Documents/OregonBikePedDriverRules.pdf
5.) Credit Card and Cash.

Recommended Gear For All Riders:
1.) Water.
2.) Energy Snack.
3.) Tool Kit.
4.) Small Air Pump.
5.) A Map and Phone to follow the Route, Call or Text as needed.