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- Crater Lake "Ride The Rim": 23 mi, 2,500 ft gain; or 33 mi, 4,000 ft gainSteel Visitor Center, Crater Lake, OR
Two weekends a year, 23 miles of the road around Crater Lake are closed to cars, and open to bikes. The altitude varies from 6,400 to 7,700 feet. This is a unique, beautiful, challenging ride!
Ride the Rim is a pedestrian friendly event closing off East Rim Drive to vehicular and motorized traffic creating a safe space to enjoy the park on two wheels, one wheel, or by your own feet.
There is no registration fee, but a donation of $10 is suggested. Here's the site to register and get more information:
https://ridetherimoregon.com/Route maps and elevation charts:
https://ridetherimoregon.com/route-map-and-elevation-chart/https://ridewithgps.com/routes/16824323
There are several options for this ride. You can start at either end of the car-free section, and ride clockwise or anti-clockwise. The entire rim drive is 33 miles, with 4,000 feet of gain. But only 23 miles of that (East Rim Drive) will be closed to vehicles. There will be a free shuttle to take you the last 10 miles, but it does not take bicycles. So you'd have to take the shuttle to your car, then drive back to the bike corral to pick up your bike. Personally, I've always just ridden the 10 miles that are shared with cars. However, the road generally has no shoulder, and there will be trailers / campers driving on the road. Note that there is no SAG wagon, so you'll have to decide for yourself if / how much of this ride you're able to complete.
Because this is such a challenging ride, I'm not going to try to lead it. It generally takes me 5-ish hours to complete, including rest stops. If anyone would like to start together, we can coordinate in the comments.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED. Note that there will be riders going both directions, so you must keep right at all times. Participants are expected to have their own supplies (water, snacks, tire repair kits) and bicycles ready to ride. CALL 911 FOR ALL CRASHES AND INJURIES REQUIRING ASSISTANCE. Remember that there is no SAG, and no one can drive a car to pick you up in the car-free section.
THE ORGANIZERS OF THIS RIDE AND THIS MEETUP ASSUME NO LIABILITY. PARTICIPANTS RIDE AT THEIR OWN RISK.
- 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
- Crater Lake "Ride The Rim": 23 mi, 2,500 ft gain; or 33 mi, 4,000 ft gainSteel Visitor Center, Crater Lake, OR
Two weekends a year, 23 miles of the road around Crater Lake are closed to cars, and open to bikes. The altitude varies from 6,400 to 7,700 feet. This is a unique, beautiful, challenging ride!
Ride the Rim is a pedestrian friendly event closing off East Rim Drive to vehicular and motorized traffic creating a safe space to enjoy the park on two wheels, one wheel, or by your own feet.
There is no registration fee, but a donation of $10 is suggested. Here's the site to register and get more information:
https://ridetherimoregon.com/Route maps and elevation charts:
https://ridetherimoregon.com/route-map-and-elevation-chart/https://ridewithgps.com/routes/16824323
There are several options for this ride. You can start at either end of the car-free section, and ride clockwise or anti-clockwise. The entire rim drive is 33 miles, with 4,000 feet of gain. But only 23 miles of that (East Rim Drive) will be closed to vehicles. There will be a free shuttle to take you the last 10 miles, but it does not take bicycles. So you'd have to take the shuttle to your car, then drive back to the bike corral to pick up your bike. Personally, I've always just ridden the 10 miles that are shared with cars. However, the road generally has no shoulder, and there will be trailers / campers driving on the road. Note that there is no SAG wagon, so you'll have to decide for yourself if / how much of this ride you're able to complete.
Because this is such a challenging ride, I'm not going to try to lead it. It generally takes me 5-ish hours to complete, including rest stops. If anyone would like to start together, we can coordinate in the comments.
HELMETS ARE REQUIRED. Note that there will be riders going both directions, so you must keep right at all times. Participants are expected to have their own supplies (water, snacks, tire repair kits) and bicycles ready to ride. CALL 911 FOR ALL CRASHES AND INJURIES REQUIRING ASSISTANCE. Remember that there is no SAG, and no one can drive a car to pick you up in the car-free section.
THE ORGANIZERS OF THIS RIDE AND THIS MEETUP ASSUME NO LIABILITY. PARTICIPANTS RIDE AT THEIR OWN RISK.
- 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.
NOTE - I will be out of town, and not attending. This meetup is for those who still want to take advantage of our September dry weather. Kent N.
Note - I will be out of town for the rest of the month, and will not be leading this ride. This is an event set up for those who want to ride together and continue to take advantage of the September weather. Kent N.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
