In addition to the normal scheduled rides, GEARs will offer several overnight trips or tours throughout the year. These trips are only open to GEARs members. If you have any questions about a trip, contact tours@eugenegears.org or the ride leader.
Day Tours
Wild Rivers Coast Scenic Bikeway – August 8
Explore the Wild Rivers Coast Scenic Bikeway from Port Orford. Highlights include Cape Blanco, the westernmost point in Oregon, and Elk River Road, which runs through a scenic coastal valley. Elk River Road is also the western end of the Golden Gravel Trail bikepacking route. Many riders are planning on staying overnight in Port Orford, if that is your plan you will need to book your accommodations soon. Mark LaPage has a campsite at Cape Blanco booked for two nights, contact him for details at (541) 556-5569 if you want to split it.
| Date | Start Time | Start Location | Route Link | Ride Pace | Distance & Grade | Ride Leader | Sign Up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, August 8 | 9:00 AM | Battle Rock Wayside Park, Port Orford | Wild Rivers Coast Scenic Bikeway | 12-15 mph | 61 mi 3,030 ft C | Larry Diffie and Craig Congdon |  |
Overnight Tours
Cottage Grove Weekend – RESCHEDULED September 11-13
A two night trip to Cottage Grove and back. Ride out and camp at Schwarz Campground. On Saturday, enjoy one of the scheduled rides from Cottage Grove. This is a great trip if you have been enjoying riding with GEARs and want to give self supported touring a try. This was originally planned for June, but was rescheduled due to weather.
| Date | Start Time | Start Location | Ride Pace | Distance & Grade | Ride Leader | Sign Up |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, September 11 – Sunday, September 13 | 11:00/11:50 AM | Pleasant Hill | 10-12 mph | View details here | Mark LaPage | |