Wildcat Hills and Valley Ramble

This is a beautiful ride encompassing a good climb, nice downhills, rollers and flats. To enjoy this route, you must be comfortable on two lane rural roads, and a substantial climb at the start. We will climb Wildcat towards Molalla, and then descend down Soda Springs. There is an “extra credit” climb, not required, before we descend.

The rest of the ride includes flats, short hills, and rollers through wonderful Oregon farmland, filbert orchards, and ranches.

This is not a beginner ride, but not a paceline ride. Be sure to check the GPS to see if you are comfortable with this rural route with no shoulders. Be able to ride 14 - 16 on the flats. We will regroup at tops of hills.

There are no restrooms on the route, but you can stop at the McD or Starbucks in Molalla on 213 on your way to the ride.

REQUIRED: If you sign up for this ride, send me your mobile # for communications: Marcy @ 503-539-9226. Spotty internet in this rural area.

Be ready to ride at 9 AM.

https://ridewithgps.com/trips/213358789

Optional lunch / snack after the ride at the Markum Inn, near the ride start, nice outdoor patio. Or coffee stop at Starbucks or soft serve at McD in Molalla.

No ‘plus ones.’ Riders must sign up on the site.

Cancellation Policy: I will cancel if weather is wet or excessively windy.

Gear: Helmets must be worn at all times while riding. No earbuds.

Bring two water bottles and an energy snack. Carry a tire repair kit and spare tube, small pump or inflater. Having AAA is helpful in emergencies.

See comments section below for any updates.