A PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT FROM ORBIKE

It’s time for a change.
Because swoopy cyclist logos are everywhere, they’re generic and out of date.
Because century rides get a bum rap. Bicycling Magazine (who, of all publications, should know better…) doesn’t understand them and thinks all century rides are “charity rides” (another outdated term, though we love rides that raise funds for good causes!). Others discount them, as if riding 100 miles is not a significant undertaking.
Because we can do better. Bicycle riding – in recreation, culture and daily use – has evolved. It’s time for our language and attitude around it to evolve, too.
Because we’re tough. We’re strong. And we’re fun.

And so we ride HUNDOS.

And, sure, why not capitalize it? After all, HUNDOS are awesome, worth bragging and shouting about.

Adopt the hash tag. Spread the word.

CONQUERING 100 MILES BY BIKE

Many distance rides offer varying route options. If you’re hardcore, or if you’ve been riding distance rides for a while, you probably opt for the longest course.

But for many of you, 100 miles or more can seem daunting.

We’re here to help, and to dispel the myth that 100 miles is really all that different from 80, or, 60, really. If you can crank those pedals the countless times it takes to push your body toward 60 miles, you are ready for a hundo.

This is your summer. Rock it!

So, where to start? Check out our Guide to Riding a Distance Ride. Then sign up for the Portland Century’s full 100 mile course – the best way to truly experience this fine ride.

PORTLAND CENTURY PACKS A PUNCH | August 16 – Portland

We love supported rides for so many reasons, like the cool crowd of fellow bike lovers, an excuse to pedal all day and, frankly, because the event organizers do all the work for us (except make the bike wheels go round).

The Portland Century is one of those rides filled with amenities so good it’s hard to say no.

All this is included:
• Gourmet Dinner
• Hopworks beer and a selection of wines at the finish line
• Deli sandwiches
• iced mochas – part way through the course when you need them most
Breakfast
• Snack stops like an organic fruit plate and bagels with cured salmon
• Wine tasting (and a courier service to get your purchased wine to the finish line for you)
• Mechanical support at the start line, rest stops and riding alongside on the route
• A pre-ride party on August 9 at Hopworks where you can pick up materials, review routes, ask questions, drink beer and get your bike checked out.
• Well marked routes
• Rest stops approximately every 15 miles – plenty of opportunities to rest and relax.
• Oh! And of course very scenic routes on low-traffic streets where you can sink into your surroundings.

New this year, the Portland Century is offering all participants the added security and piece of mind provided by Project 529’s robust stolen bike recovery service. Free bike shields (a $10 value) will be given out to riders, and they’ll be awarding $3,000 worth of prizes like a new Zipp wheel set.

HOT TIP: Registration increases to $99 on the day of the ride. Register in advance to save.

Various start times, see website // University of Portland, 5000 N Willamette Blvd in Portland.

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Categories: Lifestyle

Tags: bicycle, century, hundo, Oregon