May 6, 2008
Most Gigantic ORbike Newsletter
Did you see that latest newsletter we sent out? It was huge - had to be an ORbike record. I tried, really hard, to cut it down, but man there are tons of great events happening, and it's not even summer yet. We strive to keep our newsletter timely, fun, concise and informative. But on this one, I really couldn't resist mention that Portland went Platinum, or Reach the Beach (coming right up on May 17th) or some cool perks you'll get if you're an ORbike member. I also loved getting to know Heather Watson, the latest person I've interviewed as an ORbike member.
If you didn't get our newsletter, you can sign up for it on the front page of our website. To read the May Mega issue, click here.
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March 21, 2008
ORbike Member Profile: Temple Lentz
We love to get to know more about our members, and we recently got to know a little about 32 year old Temple Lentz from Vancouver. Temple has her priorities straight: she she is excited to be an ORbike member for the discounts she receives when registering for events. We agree, saving big is pretty great. Temple is fond of riding because it gives her the ability to go more places, more quickly, but, she adds, "not going so fast that you can't take in the scene around you." Temple really enjoyed riding the Portland Century last August, nominating it her favorite ride of 2008 "It was a good ride and amazing food at the end!" And, not surprisingly, it is the ride she is most looking forward to this year.
On an organized training ride about a year ago, Temple had one of her most empowering moments with her bike: "I blew out a tire within the first fifteen minutes on the road. The rest of the group went on ahead and I was stuck on the side of the road, a genius without a cell phone having never changed a tire or repaired a flat. But realizing that it was make it happen or start a long walk, I did it--and had a great ride once I was back on the road."
ORbike membership is a great way to save on events, get the royal VIP treatment at select events, and stay clued in to all of Oregon's exciting bike events. Sign up today and take advantage of your discounts this season. [ more info ]
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February 4, 2008
ORbike Member Profile: Chris McCraw
During the summer of 2007, ORbike member Chris McCraw hopped on his bicycle in Austin, Texas, and didn't stop until he reached Anchorage, Alaska. So it's no surprise this 31-year-old Portlander is a huge fan of local bike events.
So why did he join ORbike? "ORbike seemed like a good gateway into meeting bikey people and doing bikey things," he says. "Plus, I figured I'd get my money's worth via event discounts and supporting the furtherance of the culture I love."
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Chris is a 50-mile-a-week kind of a guy who rides his bike for errands and for pleasure. This year he's really looking forward to riding Seattle to Portland and biking to Mt. St. Helens with friends to camp and climb.
Chris is an experienced rider. He once had to tear free his helmet from the underside of a freight truck - thankful that he escaped the accident unharmed. He enjoys riding a bike because it allows him to be present in the environment through which he is traveling - soaking in the sights and sounds. "I feel like I'm participating actively in my travels rather than just having them happen to me."
Join Chris and become an ORbike member today. You'll get discounts on events all season long and membership pays for itself in no time.
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July 18, 2007
Hot off the Press: ORbike Mid July Newsletter
Our latest newsletter just hit the e-mail boxes. Did you get yours? If you're not signed up, do so today. Our free newsletter is a summary of what we think are some of the best races and rides around the state. We send it out to 62,000 cyclists, and you should be one of them. The ORbike newsletter provides concise news, insider info and comes out just twice a month - a really great way to find out about the coolest events.
See our front page to sign up today.
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June 8, 2007
Join the ORbike Team! Promote Cycling in Oregon
What is more fun than talking about bikes all day? Not much! If you like meeting new people and sharing your enthusiasm for cycling, you should join our team for a summer of fun promoting bicycle events!
ORbike is dedicated to promoting cycling in Oregon. We provide online event registration, the state's most comprehensive calendar of all bike events and discounted events and freebies to ORbike members. We have a job opening for an outreach team to work outdoors at large events to get the word out about our great services.
For more information, see our posting about the position.
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May 31, 2007
Get Ready for Summer!
This hot weather has been really great. Kind of makes it hard to sit still, doesn't it? If you're on our mailing list, you received our June newsletter this morning and you know there are just tons of great events coming up. If you're not on our newsletter list, you SHOULD be! You can join on the front page of our website.
Pedalpalooza is about to kick off and all of the summer rides and races are coming into full swing. What does your summer riding schedule look like? What events are on your calendar?
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May 4, 2007
All the Bike News
Hey, did you get our latest newsletter? There are some great rides listed, aren't there? If you're not subscribed to our newsletter, you should be. Twice a month we deliver a concise summary of some of the area's best events, as well as links to a few other events. It's short and sweet so you can spend less time on your computer and more time on your bike.
Sign up here, left hand side | Archive
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April 3, 2007
Tons of Good Bikey News
When I went to put the April ORbike newsletter together, I was amazed at how much there was to write about. There is so much going on right now, and we're not even in "the season". You can check out our April newsletter here. And if you're not on our newsletter list, you should be. The newsletter comes out once a month in the off season and twice a month starting in April. It's the best way to be the first to find out about statewide bike events. Sign up on the front page of our website.
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March 12, 2007
Alice B. Toeclips
This year's BTA Alice B. Toeclips awards was a great gala affair. I've been to the event maybe four times, and I have to say, this year's was the best. I guess when you pack a room with some of the most inspiring and exciting cyclists in Oregon, you're bound to have a good time. For a great recap of the event and photos, see BikePortland.org. Jonathan Maus of BikePortland was a very deserving winner of an Alice award. From all of us here at ORbike, Jonathan, we send you a hearty congrats!
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February 22, 2007
Greetings from Japan!
It may seem like I'm here, in Oregon, telling you about a bunch of cool bike stuff, but in reality in I'm Japan. I'm sure when I come back I'll have all sorts of interesting observances to share with you. I'm enjoying walking around the city and taking in the sites, and the bikes! I won't get much of a chance to ride when I'm here because I'm in Aomori where the streets are covered in snow and it's 20 degrees. How's the weather in Oregon?
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January 9, 2007
New ORbike Newsletter
The latest ORbike newsletter has just hit the streets, talking about all sorts of wintertime activity. Did you get one delivered to your mailbox? If not, you should join our newsletter list here. You can read past newsletters here.
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November 23, 2006
Happy Thanksgiving!
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August 22, 2006
What's Hot? ORbike Newsletter
The latest ORbike newsletter just hit the streets. It's filled with some hot, near the end of the season news. To start getting a copy delivered straight to your mailbox, sign up on the left side of our homepage.
Check out the Mid August newsletter and past newsletters here.
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August 1, 2006
New ORbike.com Newsletter
The Early August edition of the ORbike.com newsletter has just hit e-mail boxes around the world (but mostly in Oregon). If you're not receiving the newsletter, what's up with that? Our newsletter is filled with concise up-to-date info on some of the best organized rides and races. Check out the most recent issue here. Sign up to receive the newsletter using the box on the left hand side of that page.
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July 19, 2006
Latest ORbike Newsletter
Have you seen our latest newsletter? It's absolutely packed with great info, like the Portland Century, Torture 10,000, Hottest Day of the Year Ride and more. Events in Portland, Eugene, Willamette Pass, Oakidge and beyond. Our newsletters come out two times a month in the heavy season (now!) and they're you're go-to source for info on biking events.
Read it here and subscribe on our website.
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July 13, 2006
Oregon Bike Events are Growing
There seems to be no shortage of great Bike events happening in Oregon this summer and most have seen their numbers grow. The Barlow Trail Century, in it's third year, experienced huge growth on one of the hottest days to hit summer. The Night Ride last Saturday was off the hook. Tons of riders are already signing up for the brand new Portland Century and Mt. Bike Oregon is poised to sell out.
For our loyal readers in Eugene, don't miss out on , a weekend of bike-themed films at the DIVA center.
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March 21, 2006
New E-Newsletter
If you're not getting our e-newsletter, you're missing out. Sign up on the top of the left column of this page. The season is just getting started so we're increasing to twice a month. Just enough to keep you in the loop but not enough to overwhelm your mailbox. Yeah, we know how it is.
See our most recent newsletter on the front page of out site.
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January 18, 2006
Mountain Biking in Oregon - Pics of Oakridge for Mt. Bike Oregon
We're really excited for Mt. Bike Oregon this year. We've planned some cool additions and there's sure to be a good crowd hitting the trails. That mean a great party every night after a day of hard riding in beautiful Oakridge, one of the best places to ride in Oregon.
I've been going through our pictures as I get some Mt. Bike Oregon materials together and thought I'd share them. Check out what it's like to ride in Oakridge. We'll also have a FREE DVD available shortly as soon as we produce more copies (so popular we ran out).
Check out our photo gallery. Photos by Matt Denburg and Chad Sageser.
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January 3, 2006
New ORbike.com Newsletter
The latest ORbike.com newsletter just hit the stands. To get the newsletter delivered directly to your mail box twice a month, just enter your e-mail address on our home page. You'll be automatically entered to win free bike gear. Our newsletter helps you keep your finger on the pulse of killer bike events throughout the year.
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December 23, 2005
Happy Holidays From ORbike.com!
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December 20, 2005
What's so Great About Mt. Bike Oregon?
We've got a special holiday offer going for Mt. Bike Oregon so of course we're getting a lot of e-mails about the event. So what's so great about the event? Well, for starters, it's only $130 for an all-inclusive weekend: Three meals a day, camping, shuttles to the trails in Oakridge, outdoor music and movies at night, free beer, camping along side the refreshing Willamette River... Actually, one rider summed it up best last year while we were sitting in the beer garden watching movies. He turned to me and said, "You know why this is so great? All we have to do is ride. You guys do the rest. That's exactly what I want."
And that's exactly what we've got for you on Mt. Bike Oregon. Special pricing ends on December 24th, so sign up now.
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December 19, 2005
Give the Gift of RIDES!
MT BIKE OREGON - Aug 18-20 *SPECIAL* only $130 (3 days) / $230 (5 days)
Three days of totally epic riding in Oakridge, Oregon. You and your buddies ride, we take care of the rest. Free camping, a beer garden, three meals provided daily, shuttles to the trails and more - while surrounded by the splendor of Oakridge. . . . . . PURCHASE TICKETS
WORST DAY OF THE YEAR RIDE - February 12 *SPECIAL* only $20
This great ride is SO VERY Portland and makes a unique and fun holiday gift. Cold, Wet, and Raining...a perfect day for a ride. 18 urban miles (and a 40-mile challenge loop) - perfect for all skill levels. Great food along the way and chili, cornbread and chicken noodle soup at the Lucky Lab finish line. 100% of the proceeds benefit the Community Cycling Center, making this an extra special gift! . . . . .PURCHASE TICKETS
REACH THE BEACH - May 20th * SPECIAL* only $60
The official kick-off to the riding season and the second largest ride in Oregon. Start from any of four locations through upper Oregon with different distances and a goal of reaching an awesome beach party in Pacific City. When you and your friends ride, you support the American Lung Association of Oregon's efforts to promote lung health and prevent asthma. . . . . CALL TO PURCHASE: Clara 503-924-4094 x11
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December 16, 2005
ORbike Supports the Bike Park
We've reviewed PUMP's proposal and we agree! Our mission is to support cycling in Oregon and we support the construction of a mountain bike park in Portland.
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December 14, 2005
Mt. Bike Oregon Additional Holiday Discount
Team ORbike just added in another great holiday gift special for you not-dinking-around mountain bikers: The Mt Bike Oregon Hardcore: five full days of biking and camping in Oakridge for only $230. Makes a great gift for the gift-giver, even if you're stuffing your own stocking.
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December 9, 2005
Planning for Great Bike Events in Portland
At the ORbike headquarters, we're busy planning for next year's amazing calendar of events. Yeah, you're going to have a great time with us. Good Sport Promotions, our event planning arm, has a jam-packed schedule for 2006.
As part of our planning, we want to hear from you! Do you and your friends sit around thinking, "I wish there were an event like..." or "That was fun, but I wish they had..."? Tell us! And take part in the web surveys (like these) we'll be featuring on this site over the next few months.
Our goal? To make sure you can have as much fun as possible on your bike and to help you be a good sport.
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November 24, 2005
Happy Thanksgiving!
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