Rider Profile: Char Rowe // 25
August 20, 2007
Char Rowe, a 32-year-old native Oregonian, is one of the hundreds of people participating in the Portland Century. "I only recently discovered how much fun bike riding is," she says. "So I'm riding the 25 mile Portland Century this year to explore more bike friendly paths in the Portland area."
But last weekend Char and a friend went out for a distance ride to see how she could handle it, and she's considering an upgrade to the 50 mile route.
Char is excited to be a part of the event. "I look forward to seeing the city and surrounding neighborhoods from a different perspective."
Char represents the diversity of Portland Century riders, she's not hardcore. "I would classify myself as a vacation/seasonal bike rider, but I hope to finish this year's 25 mile ride knowing I will sign up for the 50 mile next year."
Char has lived in Portland for the last three years and views biking as an integral part of its culture. "I like the appreciation of healthy and sustainable lifestyles."
Good luck out there, Char!
Posted by orbike at August 20, 2007 11:39 AM
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How hilly is that 25 mile course? I want to bring along my daughter, 13, but she hates hills.
Posted by: Dan at August 21, 2007 5:31 PM
GO CHAR! You can do the 50. I wasn't sure I could so I did two training rides. I had never ridden more than 20 miles straight, but both of my training rides (with a VERY supportive Friend!!!) went GREAT and now I can't wait to hop on that 50 ride on Sunday.
I'll be seeing you out there.
Posted by: Allison at August 22, 2007 10:32 PM
Dan, the 25 mile route is pretty much flat, except for a bit of up and down along the 205 trail. So, she'll have to work for a little bit in the middle, but the rest is cake. :)
Posted by: Angelica at August 24, 2007 6:50 PM