RideCoordinator – Page 7

Author: RideCoordinator

Volunteer Next Week!

Posted on May 18, 2012 by RideCoordinator

Want a better biking city? Get involved. Volunteer!

Ride along with the Bike Safety Education neighborhood ride. This is the culmination of the middle schooler’s Bicycle Drivers Ed and we need volunteers to help the kids have fun (while having some order as well). Sign up for several spots open May 21-24 and June 8& 11:

http://www.volunteerspot.com/login/entry/692345634888400094

Also, this in from Lee Shoemaker, City of Eugene Pedestrian and Bicycle Coordinator:

“We are in need of more people to do weekday am/pm or Saturday pedestrian and bicycle counts. Count days are next Tuesday 22nd through Thursday 24th and May 29-31. You pick the day(s) that fits your schedule. If you can do a count, contact me and I’ll find a location that works well for you.”

These counts are actually pretty fun and interesting, plus they help us keep track of how we are doing in getting more people to ride more often!

Contact Lee- 541-682-5471 or Lee.Shoemaker@ci.eugene.or.us

Ride of Silence

Posted on May 14, 2012 by RideCoordinator

The annual ride to honor those killed or injured on our streets, to raise awareness that cyclists are here and to ask that we all share the road. Please join us this Wednesday (May 16th). Starting point will be “The Educational Memorial Plaza” on Bailey Hill Road (nearest intersection is Westleigh St.). Ending point is “The David Minor Theater. Meeting at 6:00 pm to listen to the introduction, instructions, and an invited speaker. Starting time of the ride is 6:30 pm. Helmets are required and lights are recommended.

Everyone welcome. Free of charge. No registration necessary.

More general information: http://www.rideofsilence.org

People on Bikes: 15th & High

Posted on April 24, 2012 by RideCoordinator

Inspired by the BikePortland.org series of “People on Bikes” I’ve been wanting to do the same kind of series here in Eugene. I’m not as good a photographer as Jonathan but I hope to catch some of the same feel of diversity that he has in his series, showing that there isn’t a “cyclist type” but a wide range of different types of folks riding bikes in our community. It’s not “them” it’s “us” even if someone doesn’t ride they might connect with someone they see (as a parent, hipster, businesswoman, student, etc.).

On my ride into work this morning I had a few spare minutes before a meeting so I stopped at the corner of 15th & High to capture some of the bike traffic going by. In these brief 10 minutes I captured about 40 cyclists, here some of them. I’ve numbered them to make commenting on specific photos easier (good idea Jonathan).

Hope you enjoyed these shots, I know I had fun taking them. I hope to hit a few other spots around town in the coming months. Have a favorite spot? Someplace with some good diversity (Bikulturalism as we like to call it)? High numbers? Good backdrop? Let me know.

A Cycling Filled Thursday Night

Posted on April 23, 2012 by RideCoordinator

This Thursday night you should be at a cycling event. With an evening packed with fun & interesting bike happenings there’s sure to be something that everyone will find interesting. Besides our GEARs General Meeting that will include some great sharing of knowledge there is also the inagural Cycling for Veterans Ride, Bike Touring 101 with the UO Bike Program, and the Pedals & Pint event at the Rogue Public House. Read below to find out more and we’ll see you there.

Now get out there and enjoy the sunshine!!

GEARs General Meeting- Sharing Your Cycling Philosophy
Thursday, 6:30-8:00 pm
Countryside Pizza

Join us this month to explore several cycling topics and explain/describe your individual philosophy as to how you approach them. We have so many accomplished members and what a great way to gain knowledge from them as they share their experiences (secrets?) to promote more efficient and enjoyable cycling! The following five topics can be a “jumping off point” for all of us to share insights and enjoy each other’s company!
1. General Training Plan (Miles per week, Cadence, Mental training)
2. How to train in cycling for a jill (Weight bike/body, Seated vs. standing,Use of markers on the hill, Cadence)
3. Cycle Training Diet (Caloric needs + BMR ProteinFats and Carbs, energy drinks/food)
4. Group cycling vs. Spinning
5. Communication while riding (Verbal & hand signals)

Cycling for Veterans
Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30
Alton Baker Park; Picnic Shelter # 1

This ride is open to all veterans, especially disabled veterans, their friends and families.
Contact: Ree 541.337.3710 stumpy@efn.org

Bike Touring 101
Thursday, 5:30-7:30
Outdoor Program Barn (18th and University)

Considering going on a bicycle-assisted adventure this summer, or some other time in your life? Join the UO Bike Program next Thursday for Bike Touring 101. We’ll go over all the basics and have a lot of time for questions.The event is FREE.

Several of our staff will talk about trips they’ve done, and go over topics including equipment, shelter, food, route planning, preparing and maintaining your body, bike fixin’, and more. We will discuss touring locally, nationally, and internationally. There will be a lot of time for our panel to take questions.
We look forward to seeing you! Let me know if you have any questions.

Pedals & Pints at Rouge Public House Eugene

On Thursday, April 26th the Collins Bicycle Shop and the Rogue Public House are teaming up to host a bike maintenance clinic featuring bike technicians, bikes, tires to practice flat repair and a lecture on basic bike maintenance and safety.

The event will be hosted at the Rogue Public House in Eugene from 5-7pm. The event is free for Rogue Nation members (free sign-ups at the pub) or $10 for non-members, space is limited so please call for reservations.

Rogue Ales Public House
844 Olive Street
Eugene, OR97401
(541) 345-4155

Ride With Richard

Posted on April 19, 2012 by RideCoordinator

Please join GEARs President, Richard Hughes, this Saturday for a 10 to 12mph pace ride, leaving Cafe du Hall, 5th & Willamette, at 9am. We’ll head out the South Bank Path to Orchard Point and return the Fern Ridge Path for a total of 28 miles(see attached map). The ride is relatively flat at 267 feet of elevation gain. This is a great spring ride for those beginner-novice riders wanting something pretty mellow but with a bit of distance.

We’re starting at Cafe du Hall to remind you that they are a supporter of GEARs and offer a discount to members. See LINK for other retailers offering discounts. Also we will pass by Bagel Sphere on this ride, which is also a supporter.

Willie Weir Returns to Eugene

Posted on April 10, 2012 by RideCoordinator

Come join us, the Outdoor Program as we host Willie Weir and Any Port in a Storm: Cycling & Wild Camping Through Portugal.

Willie Weir will tell us stories of amazing, scenic, low-trafficked roads and vineyards as far as the eye can see. Wild, dramatic coastline, glacial valleys, as well as ancient cities paved in cobblestone. In crisscrossing the bicycle-friendly country of Portugal, Willie and his wife Kat consumed large quantities of port, wine and cheese, and lived to tell the tale. And they didn’t break the bank either but they were accosted by a herd of sheep, frightened out of their minds by a still unknown beast and almost blown off a dune into the Atlantic! Even if you never plan to set foot (or tire) in Portugal, you’ll want to come out and be entertained and inspired by Willie’s stunning images and storytelling.

https://www.facebook.com/events/376307519075885/

Free for UO Students & OP Coop, $5 general

Co-sponsored by LiveMove

Date: Friday, April 13, 2012, at 7 PM
Cost: Free for UO Students and OP Co-op; $5 General
Location: 180 PLC Hall, UO Campus (1415 Kincaid St.)