What we’re about
This is a social bicycling group. TeamNakagawa is a private group of bicyclists of a very wide range of fitness. From a flat 10 mile (1 hour) pathway ride to a full 100 mile summer century ride, we've got them all. This group started as a training ride group for a charity ride to support the American Diabetes Association. Now it's a social/fitness group supporting a healthier lifestyle, both in mind and in body. Truth is, it's a motivator for me (Captain Kent) to commit to riding every weekend, regardless of the weather!
Starting in March, we will begin to have weekly Saturday morning bike rides, supporting easy, 10-20 mile rides from Champoeg State Park (Newberg) or Lewis and Clark State Park (Troutdale OR). Our rides are self supporting - riders are expected to bring their own water, snacks, repair kits, etc. New riders will learn "the basics" from the experienced riders who are happy to share their knowledge.
As bike season truly begins in May, we'll start posting event rides hosted by the various bike club and charities in the Portland OR area. As our membership grows, all members will have the ability to post rides in different areas of town (such as Champoeg State Park, or the Banks-Vernonia trail).
This meetup costs $25 a month to run. Although I don't charge membership dues, I will call upon the membership to donate to various worthy charities that I support during the course of the season instead. It's all honor system, with my gratitude.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Champoeg State Park (19 miles)Champoeg State Park, St Paul, OR
We will be having a ride on the scenic French Prairie region of the valley - Champoeg State Park. Riders will have the option of either no-traffic loops through the park itself (bike trail and low-speed roads create 2-mile loops within the park) or the main ride on a loop tour through St Paul.
From Portland, take I-5 South past Wilsonville and the Champoeg rest area, and exit at Ehlen Rd (you'll see a TA center and a Flying J truck stop). Follow the small state park signs to Champoeg Park. Turn right on Ehlen Rd, Right on Case Rd, Left on Champoeg Rd. You'll see the park entrance a mile to the right.
At the entrance, skip the Visitor Center parking lot and descend to the pay gate (Car fee - $10 w/ CC's ). Once you get your parking ticket, turn left. Follow the road 2 miles to the Riverside Day Use Lot. You'll find me there, along with the rest rooms.
Map of the park:
https://oregonstateparks.org/index.cfm?do=main.loadFile&load=_siteFiles%2Fpublications%2Fchampoeg081123.pdfMap of the loop ride:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29848529Queue sheet:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/s1t2pvrm1k15o19/French_Prairie_19_miles_-CW_route-.pdf?dl=0HELMETS ARE REQUIRED. Participants are expected to have their own supplies (water, snacks, tire repair kits) and bicycles ready to ride. Print your own cue sheet from the links below. Be prepared to navigate the route yourself or follow/accompany other riders matching your pace.
We do not do roll calls, and will not be able to keep track of everybody who is riding. However, we have a wide range of cyclists from beginners to veterans, so please make sure to partner with at least one other person who is riding at your pace. Participants are expected to obey all traffic laws while participating in this event. Participants are expected to support each other for minor repairs (flat tires). Major mechanical failures that require pickup can call Kent (but retrieval will be delayed until he completes his loop and returns to the park). CALL 911 FOR ALL CRASHES AND INJURIES REQUIRING ASSISTANCE.
THE ORGANIZERS OF THIS RIDE AND THIS MEETUP ASSUME NO LIABILITY. PARTICIPANTS RIDE AT THEIR OWN RISK.
Emergency bicycle pickup (Kent) (503) 310-7426
- Marine Drive out and back (Lewis and Clark St Park)Lewis and Clark State Recreation Site, Troutdale, OR
A bonus Sunday TeamNakagawa ride from Lewis and Clark State Park (Troutdale) out and back on the Marine Drive trail (and road) system. Optionally, riders can do the climb on the Historic Columbia River Highway up to Crown Point (20 mile round trip).
We have three main "turn about" points on the Marine Drive loop. Blue Lake Park (10 mi), I-205 Bridge (20 mi), Broughton Beach Dock (30 mi).
The parking lot at Lewis and Clark State Park is SOUTH of the railroad trestle after you exit I-84 (Lewis and Clark exit). Skip the unpaved (gravel) area to the left of the off ramp - follow the road left, and you'll see the lot to your left after the railroad trestle.
Map of the full 30 mile loop ride:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51170463HELMETS ARE REQUIRED. Participants are expected to have their own supplies (water, snacks, tire repair kits) and bicycles ready to ride. Print your own cue sheet from the links below. Be prepared to navigate the route yourself or follow/accompany other riders matching your pace.
We do not do roll calls, and will not be able to keep track of everybody who is riding. However, we have a wide range of cyclists from beginners to veterans, so please make sure to partner with at least one other person who is riding at your pace. Participants are expected to obey all traffic laws while participating in this event. Participants are expected to support each other for minor repairs (flat tires). Major mechanical failures that require pickup can call Kent (but retrieval will be delayed until he completes his loop and returns to the park). CALL 911 FOR ALL CRASHES AND INJURIES REQUIRING ASSISTANCE.
THE ORGANIZERS OF THIS RIDE AND THIS MEETUP ASSUME NO LIABILITY. PARTICIPANTS RIDE AT THEIR OWN RISK.
Emergency bicycle pickup (Kent) (503) 310-7426
- Ride Around Clark County (18mi to 100 mi) (Vancouver Bike Club)Bike Clark County, Vancouver, WA
From the organizer's website. Event registration required.
Four scenic routes (including a family friendly 18 miles), best provisioned rest stops in the Pacific NW, and a ride-end celebration with gourmet sandwich bar plus a beer or soft drink included.
Registration price will increase on July 16th, so register early!
More information on the organizer's website:
https://www.vbc-usa.com/racc - Champoeg State Park (19 miles)Champoeg State Park, St Paul, OR
We will be having a ride on the scenic French Prairie region of the valley - Champoeg State Park. Riders will have the option of either no-traffic loops through the park itself (bike trail and low-speed roads create 2-mile loops within the park) or the main ride on a loop tour through St Paul.
From Portland, take I-5 South past Wilsonville and the Champoeg rest area, and exit at Ehlen Rd (you'll see a TA center and a Flying J truck stop). Follow the small state park signs to Champoeg Park. Turn right on Ehlen Rd, Right on Case Rd, Left on Champoeg Rd. You'll see the park entrance a mile to the right.
At the entrance, skip the Visitor Center parking lot and descend to the pay gate (Car fee - $10 w/ CC's ). Once you get your parking ticket, turn left. Follow the road 2 miles to the Riverside Day Use Lot. You'll find me there, along with the rest rooms.
Map of the park:
https://oregonstateparks.org/index.cfm?do=main.loadFile&load=_siteFiles%2Fpublications%2Fchampoeg081123.pdfMap of the loop ride:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29848529Queue sheet:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/s1t2pvrm1k15o19/French_Prairie_19_miles_-CW_route-.pdf?dl=0HELMETS ARE REQUIRED. Participants are expected to have their own supplies (water, snacks, tire repair kits) and bicycles ready to ride. Print your own cue sheet from the links below. Be prepared to navigate the route yourself or follow/accompany other riders matching your pace.
We do not do roll calls, and will not be able to keep track of everybody who is riding. However, we have a wide range of cyclists from beginners to veterans, so please make sure to partner with at least one other person who is riding at your pace. Participants are expected to obey all traffic laws while participating in this event. Participants are expected to support each other for minor repairs (flat tires). Major mechanical failures that require pickup can call Kent (but retrieval will be delayed until he completes his loop and returns to the park). CALL 911 FOR ALL CRASHES AND INJURIES REQUIRING ASSISTANCE.
THE ORGANIZERS OF THIS RIDE AND THIS MEETUP ASSUME NO LIABILITY. PARTICIPANTS RIDE AT THEIR OWN RISK.
Emergency bicycle pickup (Kent) (503) 310-7426
