**Open to all BIPOC cyclists!**

Description: 

Join us for a relaxing overnight trip at Stub Stewart State Park on Saturday, August 9th through Sunday, August 10th.

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Skip out on camping and show up on Sunday, August 10th to go for a gravel ride! See the route map by clicking here.

--------Beginner Bikepacking 8/9-8/10--------

Join ride co-leaders Alyssa Alfonso & Daniel Valdez as they bikepack to/from Stub Stewart. This trip is for brand new, beginner bikepackers! Friends on Bikes will be hosting a 'Packing for Bikepacking' workshop on Sunday, 7/20 at Bike Farm, starting at 6:30pm.

• Capacity: 6 riders total

--------Bikepacking/Camping 8/9-8/10--------

For everyone else who is not new to bikepacking, we also invite you to come hang out with us! We have 4 sites reserved. Each site has capacity for up to 6 people.

• Check-In opens on Sat, 8/9 at 4pm

• Check-Out is Sun, 8/10 by 1pm

• Restrooms & Water on site

• Capacity: 14 riders total

--------Gravel Ride 8/10--------

Join ride leader Lucas Nguyen for a challenging 20-mile gravel ride starting/finishing from the Hilltop Day Use Area inside Stub Stewart State Park. 

**This ride is not ideal for beginners. It is intended for riders with previous experience on gravel.**

Route Link: Stub Stewart Gravel Ride '25 (route is subject to change)

Details:

• 20 miles long

• 2200+ ft of elevation gain

• estimated riding time 3.0 - 4.0 hrs

Spicy Rating (1-5): 🌶️🌶️🌶️

Spicy Bits: long gravel climb at the start, vehicle traffic, road crossings, unpaved surfaces, steep hills, exposed climbs (hot!), pedestrian/bicycle traffic on multi-use trail

Capacity: 12 riders

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Registration Link for Bikepacking/Camping AND Gravel Ride: Register Here!

**Open to all BIPOC cyclists!**

Description: 

Are you comfortable riding on gravel and looking to try bikepacking for the first time? Join our three part series to build a strong foundation for bikepacking and culminating in an an all-BIPOC bike overnight in Mt. Hood National Forest. 

Join BikePOC PNW leaders (Arely, Young-Eun & Francisco) from Sat, September 14th through Sun, September 15th for the Frog Lake Loop in Mt. Hood National Forest. This is a 45 mile round-trip for first time bikepackers (intermediate gravel riders) with one night of camping. We'll be riding along four lakes in the Mt. Hood National Forest, with a mix of gravel, pavement, and singletrack.

Space is limited to 8 people to ensure a fun and welcoming experience. Once capacity is filled, other applicants will be added to the waitlist. 

The series includes: 

1. A Virtual Bikepacking Q&A on 8/12 at 6pm to discuss setups and ask your burning questions about gear and preparation. 

2. Shakedown Ride Dinner at Mt. Tabor Community Garden on 8/28 at 6pm to meet, test setups, and iron out any wrinkles before the ride. To ensure a successful trip for all participants, registrants must attend the shakeout ride. 

3. The Frog Lake Loop Overnight - a 45 mile round-trip, bikepacking trip with one night of camping. We'll be riding along four lakes in the Mt. Hood National Forest, with a mix of gravel, pavement, and singletrack.

Route Information: Frog Lake Loop (ridewithgps.com)

Spicy Rating: 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️

Spicy bits: big climbs, unpaved surfaces, bike carrying, riding a loaded bike, hiking your bike, carrying all needed items for camping, staying overnight. 

Ride Agreements: click <here> to view our community ride agreements

Intro to Bikepacking RSVP: <click here>