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Are you new to town, or new to cycling in Portland? Join the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) for a summer bike ride exploring North Portland neighborhoods! This ride is free and open to everyone.
5:30 pm
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7:30 pm
New to Portland ride: St Johns & Portsmouth
Are you new to town, or new to cycling in Portland? Want to explore some of the best low-stress bike routes in St Johns and Portsmouth? Then join our North Portland bike ride on Wednesday, August 20!
Event details
Ride starts & ends at Portsmouth Park (N. Princeton St & N. Stanford Ave)
5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Gather, get some free bike maps and swag!
6:00 p.m. Ride starts.
This is a moderate-pace (~8 mph), no drop ride, meaning no one is left behind. This ride is a loop, and will be 7.5 miles long. Please note that we will follow the rules of the road. 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.