Save the date for country-road bike trip

The Beaverton Valley Times, Jul 22, 2010

NW Bicycle Safety Council, a nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring safety for bicycle riders and others who share the road, is hosting its first 50K (32 mile) and 100K (64 mile) bike ride through Beaverton, Banks and beyond.

The bike ride will take place Saturday, Aug. 28 at Papa’s Pizza Parlor, 15700 N.W. Blueridge Drive, off 158th Avenue in Beaverton.

The course consists of a 64-mile loop from the start point at Papa’s Pizza Parlor to Stub Stewart State Park and back. Riders will explore farmlands, while winding through country roads and the Banks-Vernonia State Trail.

Two rest stops will provide riders with fresh fruit, snacks and water. A lunch will be provided at the end of the ride.

The event strives to raise awareness of bicycle safety, bring the community together and raise funds for bicycle safety council.

Register online at www.nwbicyclesafetycouncil.org or on-site at the day of the event.

The cost is $30 online and $40 on the day of the event.

For more information, contact Rachel Coussens at 503-704-2230 or by e-mail at rcssns@gmail.com.

NW Bicycle Safety Council strives to educate and promote safety and harmony between cyclists and others who share the road, as well as to strengthen community and family ties through cycling-related programs and events.

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