Are you new to town, or new to cycling in Portland? Join our New to Portland ride in the Roseway, Cully and Concordia neighborhoods! This ride is free and open to everyone.
New to Portland ride: Northeast Portland
Are you new to town, or new to cycling in Portland? Want to explore some of the best low-stress bike routes in Roseway, Cully and Concordia? Then join our New to Portland ride on Wednesday, July 16 July 23!
-Note: temperature is forecast to be above 90 degrees on 7/16, ride is postponed to 7/23.-
Event details
We will gather at Wellington Park (6635 NE Mason St) at 5:30 p.m. and the ride will start at 6:00 p.m. The ride will end in the same spot. The park is just a few blocks from TriMet lines 71, 24 and 12.
This ride will highlight the Holman-Simpson neighborhood greenway and the Shaver-Mason neighborhood greenway currently under construction.There will be a climb, there will be some paths with gravel, there will be a stop for refreshments and socializing at the end and there will be bike fun.
This is a moderate-pace (8-10 mph), no drop ride, and will be approximately 7.3 miles. This event is free and open to everyone.
Tips for getting started on a bike
Check out our Checklist for getting started on a bike to learn more about how to prepare for your ride. We'll also answer any questions you have about getting around by bike during the ride!
Need a bike?
Are you bike-curious or don't have a bike you can use? There are still options for you to participate in the ride:
- Consider riding with BIKETOWN—Portland's easy, affordable, and super-fun way to get around. Just hop on one of their e-bikes and be on your way. Check the BIKETOWN map for station locations around town.
- Consider renting a bike or purchasing a bike from one of Portland's bike shops.
Made possible with support from Metro, the Federal Transit Administration and the Portland Clean Energy Community Benefits Fund.