2014 RIDER HANDBOOK - VOLUME 2

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Rider Handbook - Volume 2: Getting Ready

ContentsCycle Oregon Mission Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Welcome and 2014 Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Preparing for the Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

What to Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Transportation Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Camp Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

What’s to Come . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Cancellation and Transfer Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Questions? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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Cycle Oregon is a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming individuals and communities through bicycling . Proceeds from the ride go to the Cycle Oregon Fund, which helps preserve and protect the special places of Oregon and supports community development projects in the regions through which we ride .

CYCLE OREGON

Mission Statement

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Welcome to Cycle Oregon 2014Volume 1: The Long View, came out in April, covering topics we thought you might want to know about as you do your longer-term planning for the event .

This is Volume 2: Getting Ready . This volume will take you to the next level of planning – things you need to sign up for, a start on your packing plan, some information on our green-event programs, menus for the meals and more .

Volume 3: Final Details, will come to you in early August . It’ll cover final planning details, arrival and departure info, a review of our services, entertainment schedules, and lots of information on our host communities .

Deadlines• Purchase a Magnificent Seven jersey by June 26

• Change food preference (regular or vegetarian) by June 30

• Purchase bus tickets by August 7

• Purchase parking passes by August 15

Preparing for the RideTraining UpdatePaul Collins, our official training resource from STRADA, has put together month-by-month training tips for CO riders; they’ve been available in our monthly e-newsletters . Here’s an outline of the topics he’s covered, as well the upcoming ones . You can read old newsletters on our website; watch your inbox for future issues . Paul has also created instructional videos that break down some exercises that will help you get your body fit for a week of riding . Check out his Vimeo page to see his collection .

CURRENT AND FUTURE TOPICS

May – Reduce the chance of injury. Spend time improving your pedal stroke technique and cadence .

June – Strengthen your legs. Use hill repeats and cross training . Cycling is more than just riding your bike at one speed all the time .

July – Nutrition on and off the bike. How recovery and performance are affected by too many visits to the beer garden .

August – Power development for a cyclist. What to do to get faster quickly .

September – It all pays off. Why having a training goal and a plan has been so valuable .

Bike Gallery CO Rider ClinicsBike Gallery is offering special Cycle Oregon Rider Clinics . These clinics are free to registered Cycle Oregon riders, but each one is limited to 20 participants, and you must preregister .

GEARS, FLATS AND MORE

This clinic will focus on techniques for shifting and getting the most out of your bicycle’s drivetrain, while minimizing both mechanical issues and fear around using the gear you need for a given situation . It will also cover changing a flat tire and how to do it with the least effort, including reviewing what you should carry on a ride to get the job done . This clinic will take place at the Hollywood Bike Gallery (5329 NE Sandy Blvd .) .

CLINIC DATES:

• June 11, 6-8 p .m .

• August 20, 6-8 p .m .

To sign up, email corey@bikegallery .com with:

• The dates for the clinic you would like to attend

• Your first and last name

• Phone number

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What to PackWe’ve pulled together several resources to help you decide what to put in your bag – it’s important that you have the items you’ll need, while still staying within the 65-pound bag weight limit . First, here’s a sample packing list . You may want to adapt this to your own specific situation, but it’s a great starting point .

Cycle Oregon Packing List

GEAR BAG

The gear bag that you bring to store your belongings should be waterproof and made of a sturdy material so that it holds up through the week . You can only bring one bag, and it cannot exceed 65 pounds . To ensure clothing stays dry, pack clothes in large plastic bags, press flat to remove excess air, then seal . Also, mark your bag in some manner (bright colored ribbon or tape) to help distinguish it from the other 2,199 .

FOR THE BIKE

Helmet

Rearview mirror

Two 20-oz . water bottles (or equivalent hydration pack)

Frame bike pump

Simple tools (tubes, tire levers, patch kit, pump and rag)

CYCLING CLOTHING

Short-sleeve jerseys (4-7)

Long-sleeve jerseys (1)

Shorts (4-7)

Base layer (1-2)

Tights (1)

Arm warmers

Wind vest or jacket

Rain gear (water repellant breathable fabric)

Bike shoes

Socks (5-7)

Gloves (two short-finger, one long-finger)

Shoe or toe covers

Headband or beanie hat

Sunglasses

CAMP CLOTHING

Shorts (2)

Long pants (1)

Socks (3-4)

Underwear

Short-sleeve shirts (2-4)

Long-sleeve shirts (1-2)

Walking shoes

Hat and gloves

Swimsuit

Warm jacket (fleece or down)

TOILETRIES

Towel and washcloth

Toothbrush and toothpaste

Skin lotion

Sunscreen

Lip balm

Chamois butter

Soap and shampoo

Feminine hygiene products

Medications such as aspirin or ibuprofen, antacids and personal prescriptions

Other - band-aids, insect repellant and handi-wipes

CAMPING

Tent and rain fly

Ground cloth

Sleeping bag

Sleeping pad

Camp pillow

Clothesline and clothespins

Flashlight or headlamp, extra bulbs and batteries

OTHER

Glasses

Camera

Earplugs (for sleeping)

Pocket knife

Book

Deck of cards

Personal identification

Cash

Bank card

Postage stamps and address book

Journal

Separate bag for dirty laundry

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One thing that might not occur to you: Please don’t use buckles or any other sharp objects to secure your bag on the outside . We’ve had several injuries to baggage handlers who got snagged by sharp edges .

And a final note before we commence with the wisdom: Laundry buckets will be positioned by the showers each day, so you can cut down the amount of clothes you need to pack if you’re willing to do a little hand-washing and air-drying .

Expert TipsA few years back, we asked a group of experienced CO riders for their advice on a wide variety of topics – one of which was packing for the ride . Here’s a short list of their packing highlights .

• Mark your duffel bag, and remember the truck: Even the smallest marking or flag placed on both ends of the duffel will make locating it much easier . There are 2,000 duffel bags at CO, 90% of which are the same one you and I purchased at REI .

• I like to send postcards and letters from the route, and I also collect odd postcards found in small towns, the “Cycle Oregonian” from breakfast, and other things that I can put in a scrapbook after the ride . To protect these items I have a heavy duty zip-up binder to hold postcards, pens, stamps, etc . This protects these items from being damaged during the trucking, camping, etc .

• Based on our experience and trying different methods of packing, we have found that compression sacks work very well for packing a majority of our cycling and camp clothes, especially for packing fleece items . We also take an extra compression sack for packing

our laundry to keep it separate from our clean clothes . Other smaller items, such as socks, underwear, gloves, headbands, etc ., are packed in sealable plastic bags and fit conveniently in between the compression bags in our roller duffel bag .

• Be sure to think “layers” for clothing, both on the bike and in camp, and pack accordingly (including a stocking cap and gloves for chilly mornings/evenings), as you could experience a wide range of temperatures . Buy a collapsible wash bucket (REI has them) if you plan to do any laundry; you won’t have to wait in line for one of the buckets provided at the laundry area .

• Do a “dry run” packing your bag, sooner than later, and don’t wait until the last minute to pack; you’ll quickly find out that your bag only holds so much and that you’ll have to make decisions as to which items have to stay home . Also, make sure your bag is not packed so much that it is very difficult to close before the tour; allow some spare room as it will be tricky to close it each morning with a wet tent and ground cloth, extra items you have purchased during the week, etc .

• Small plastic grocery bags or something to cover your bike seat and handlebars at night to protect bike from dew . A small chamois towel to wipe dew off bike handlebars and seat in the morning . A small backpack to use in the evening to carry warm clothes in . Many nights in the beer/music area start out warm and get cold very fast, and often it is too far to walk back to the tent . Finally, two words: ear plugs .

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Transportation RemindersAs you start to think more about getting to and from the event, let’s review the two ways you can do that, and some details for each .

Taking a Bus If you would still like to purchase a bus ticket, you can get one here . Be sure to select a departure and return time . You must add each leg to you “cart” individually . Staging for buses will take place on Saturday, September 6, at the Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel . The buses will depart at 10 a .m . and noon . Please sign up for your desired departure time when you register (the deadline to sign up for the bus is August 7) . Loading will begin approximately 1 hour before the departure time . Bus tickets are required at the time of boarding . The buses should arrive in The Dalles approximately 1 .5 hours after leaving Portland .

To save time and minimize hassle, bikes will not be boxed but will be wrapped in blankets and loaded directly into the baggage trucks . If your bike is in a case, it can be loaded on the truck in its case . Volunteers will be available in The Dalles to help unload the bicycles .

Buses will return from The Dalles to Portland on Saturday, September 13 . The buses will leave at 2 and 4 p .m . on Saturday; please sign up for your departure time when you register .

If you are taking the bus, you should plan to arrive in The Dalles early enough to enjoy the finish-line festivities and have ample time to load your bike and luggage and board the bus by 2 or 4 p .m . The last bus to depart The Dalles for Portland will leave at 4 p .m . The buses should arrive at the Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel approximately 1 .5 hours after leaving The Dalles .

Drop Off at Sorosis Park and ParkingLong-term parking is not located at the overnight site; however you will need to proceed to Sorosis Park upon your arrival to The Dalles . When you arrive at Sorosis Park, volunteers will help you unload your bike and gear and stage them next to packet pick-up . We would like to have all vehicles emptied as quickly as possible (think airport drop-off, not short-term parking) . After you’ve unloaded, one of your party will then be directed to long-term parking to park your vehicle and then shuttled back to Sorosis Park .

Please have your long-term parking pass displayed in the left-hand corner of your windshield . Secure your car keys and put valuables out of sight . Our long-term parking lot will have security from sunset to sunrise throughout the week, but you don’t want to take any chances .

Directions to the Start

TRAVELING EAST OR WEST ON I-84

Take Exit 85 and travel south across the railroad track overpass, and turn right onto 2nd Street . Travel around the roundabout to travel uphill on Brewery Grade to Dry Hollow Road . Turn right on Dry Hollow Road and follow Dry Hollow for 0 .8 miles uphill towards the hospital . Turn right on 16th Street, and immediately left onto Scenic Drive . Continue on Scenic Drive for 0 .9 miles to arrive at Columbia Gorge Community College .

TRAVELING NORTH OR SOUTH ON HIGHWAY 197

At the interchange with Highway 197 and I-84, enter I-84 traveling westbound . Continue west on the freeway for two miles, and take Exit 85 . Follow the directions above from Exit 85 .

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TRAVELING FROM COLUMBIA GORGE COMMUNITY COLLEGE/SOROSIS PARK TO LONG-TERM PARKING

Turn left from the college onto Scenic Drive, and continue downhill on Scenic Drive for 1 .2 miles, until it becomes Trevitt Street at 17th Street . Follow Trevitt Street downhill to 6th Street . Turn left and follow 6th Street for 0 .8 miles to Webber Street, at a traffic signal . Turn right on Webber and travel under I-84 and then turn left at 2nd Street to enter I-84 westbound . Continue on the freeway for one mile and take Exit 82 . Turn right at the exit, and travel for 0 .2 miles before turning left on River Trail Way to Long- Term Parking . Please have your long-term parking pass displayed in the left-hand corner of your windshield .

FoodMeal MenusCycle Oregon will provide three meals per day during the event . Both dinner and breakfast are served at the overnight site, and lunch is served only on the course .

MEAL TIMES:

Breakfast: 5:30 – 8:30 a.m.

Lunch: 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Dinner: 5 – 8 p.m.

Below are the menus for our meals . In addition to the regular and vegetarian options, items that are vegan (V) and/or gluten-free (GF) are noted in the menus . If you do

have special dietary needs, first look at the menus and see if you can find a sufficient number of items for your needs . If you must bring additional food items to meet you special diet, please bring the items in a cooler, clearly marked with your name . The caterers from OK’s Cascade will store and transport your food, and may be able to do some simple preparation for you . Please email Chris if you will need to arrange this .

Day 0 / Saturday

DinnerChicken Picatta or Tempeh Artichoke Picatta, Mashed Potatoes, Normandy Blend Vegetables(GF)(V), Chocolate Torte, Salad Bar, Beverage Bar

Day 1 / Sunday

BreakfastCheese Omelet, Chicken Apple Sausage(GF), Diced Red Potato(GF), Hot Oatmeal, Cold Cereal, Granola, Bagels, Fresh Fruit(GF)(V), Yogurt(GF), Hard-Boiled Eggs(GF), Beverage Bar

Lunch Cuban or Kale Patty(GF)(V) on Telera Roll, Raspberry Vinaigrette Cabbage Salad(GF)(V), Multigrain Chip(GF), Chocolate Chip Cookie, Apples(GF)(V), Grapes(GF)(V)

DinnerBeef Stroganoff or Sautéed Spinach and Lentils (GF)(V), Egg Noodles, Malibu Blend(GF)(V), Artisan Dinner Roll, Lemonade Cake, Salad Bar, Beverage Bar

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Day 2 / Monday

BreakfastScrambled Eggs, Bacon(GF), Diced Hashbrowns, Hot Oatmeal, Cold Cereal, Granola, Bagels, Fresh Fruit(GF)(V), Yogurt(GF), Hard-Boiled Eggs(GF), Beverage Bar

Lunch Chicken Chipotle or Black Bean Sweet Potato Wrap, California Pasta Salad, Kettle Chips(GF)(V), Snicker doodle Cookie, Apples(GF)(V), Grapes(GF)(V)

DinnerApplewood Salmon or Basil Quinoa(GF), Wild Rice, Fresh Asparagus(GF)(V), Artisan Rolls, Brownie, Salad Bar, Beverage Bar

Day 3 / Tuesday

BreakfastBreakfast Enchilada, Sausage Patty, Shredded Hashbrowns, Hot Oatmeal, Cold Cereal, Granola, Bagels, Fresh Fruit(GF)(V), Yogurt(GF), Hard-Boiled Eggs(GF), Beverage Bar

Lunch Lemony Zucchini Chicken or White Bean Salad, Red Potato Salad, Natural Potato Chips(GF)(V), Peanut Butter Cookie, Apples(GF)(V), Grapes(GF)(V)

DinnerMeatballs w/Meat Marinara or Veggie Meatballs w/ Zucchini Marinara, Penne Pasta, Whole Green Beans(GF)(V), Garlic Bread, Cheese cake, Salad Bar, Beverage Bar

Day 4 / Wednesday

BreakfastScrambled Eggs(GF), Chicken Fried Steak, Biscuits and Gravy, Hot Oatmeal, Cold Cereal, Granola, Bagels, Fresh Fruit(GF)(V), Yogurt(GF), Hard-Boiled Eggs(GF), Beverage Bar

Lunch Turkey or Veggie Sandwich, Chips and a Cookie Provided by Kah-Nee-Ta Resort

DinnerPork Loin or Grilled Portobello and Quinoa(GF)(V), Fire-Roasted Potatoes, Baby Carrots(GF)(V), Artisan Dinner Roll, Mango Cake, Salad Bar, Beverage Bar

Day 5 / Thursday

BreakfastSummer Frittata(GF), Sausage Links, Diced Potato(GF), Hot Oatmeal, Cold Cereal, Granola, Bagels, Fresh Fruit(GF)(V), Yogurt(GF), Hard-Boiled Eggs(GF), Beverage Bar

Lunch Roast Beef or Mushroom Patty(GF), Blue Cheese, on Dave’s Killer Bread, Cucumber Vinaigrette Salad(GF)(V), Natural Potato Chips (GF)(V), Swiss Crème Cookie, Apples(GF)(V), Grapes(GF)(V)

DinnerChicken or Tempeh Alfredo, Fettuccine Noodles, Fresh Broccoli(GF)(V), Breadstick, Brownies, Salad Bar, Beverage Bar

Day 6 / Friday

BreakfastScrambled Eggs(GF), Ham(GF), French Toast, Hot Oatmeal, Cold Cereal, Granola, Bagels, Fresh Fruit(GF)(V), Yogurt(GF) Hard-Boiled Eggs(GF), Beverage Bar

Lunch Turkey and Cheddar Croissant or Hummus Veggie Spread on Pita, Italian Pasta Salad, Chex Mix, Nutter Butter Cookie, Apples(GF)(V), Grapes(GF)(V)

DinnerPot Roast or Barley Mushroom Casserole, Butter and Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Fresh Baby Carrots(GF)(V), Texas Toast, Triple Berry Crumble, Salad Bar, Beverage Bar

Day 7 / Saturday

BreakfastFresh Broccoli Cheddar Scramble(GF), Bacon(GF), Scalloped Potatoes, Hot Oatmeal, Granola, Bagels, Fresh Fruit(GF)(V), Yogurt(GF), Hard-Boiled Eggs(GF), Beverage Bar

Lunch BBQ Pork or BBQ Veggie Burger on Kaiser Roll, Homestyle Coleslaw, Assorted Chips, Assorted Cookies, Apples(GF)(V), Grapes(GF)(V)

*Toppings for Hot Cereal Include: Brown Sugar, Raisins, Craisins, and Walnuts or Almonds .

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Camp ServicesThere are a few things you should be planning ahead for in terms of our camp services .

Massage ServicesMassage is one of the most popular services on Cycle Oregon . Massage appointments begin filling in May and June, so call ahead to be sure you get the times you want . Start with the Cycle Oregon Massage Team website, which lists individual therapists and their contact information . You can make appointments directly with your favorite therapist or sign up at the massage tent at each overnight site . Massage rates are $50 for a half-hour and $90 for a full hour . They accept VISA, MasterCard, check or cash .

Yoga

CYCLE OREGON YOGA KULA

Kula means community, and that’s exactly what you’ll find on Cycle Oregon . Come be a part of the Yoga Kula to stretch out the muscles that get tight during cycling . These yoga classes will help you stay close to your breath this week . Not only will this help you feel better, but stretching can also help prevent injury . And you’ll meet other great people who like to do nice things for their bodies too .

Day 1: Hatha 4:15 p .m . & 5:15 p .m .

Day 2: Hatha 4:15 p .m . & 5:15 p .m .

Day 3: Hatha 4:15 p .m . & 5:15 p .m .

Day 4: Hatha 4:15 p .m . & 5:15 p .m .

Day 5: Layover Personalized Yoga 6:00 a .m . / Yin 4:30 p .m .

Day 6: Yin 4:15 p .m . & 5:15 p .m .

Hatha: We will explore different sequences as we breathe into tight muscles in a conscious and connected way . All classes will emphasize stretching the muscles that can get tight during a ride, to relieve tightness in your hips, legs and shoulders . While we won’t focus on building strength and stamina here (hey, aren’t you getting enough of that on the ride?), classes may include balances and gentle backbends .

Personalized Yoga: Rise, shine, and open up areas of tightness by discussing some specific areas of concern for cyclists, and how to address them . Bring your questions and enjoy a customized workshop of yoga poses geared specifically for those in the room .

Yin: A perfect complement to the rest of your week! Release areas of tightness by moving into some long, juicy holds (1-3 minutes) geared toward muscles that may be tight from cycling . Balance the effort and intensity of the week (yang energy) with letting go (yin energy) .

Instructors: Eliza Michiels and Jennifer Hanson

Eliza Michiels is thrilled to return to teach yoga at CO 2014 . She joined the CO team last year and enjoyed guiding riders through yoga poses to stretch, relax and recover after long days of riding . Eliza is a Kripalu-certified yoga teacher and has been practicing yoga for over 10 years . She loves to be active and finds a regular yoga practice improves performance in other sports including cycling, running and soccer . However, it’s truly the mental peace of yoga that keeps her coming back to her mat and inspires her to teach . She currently lives and teaches hatha and vinyasa yoga in Philadelphia . She is looking forward to traveling with fellow yogis next winter to build a school in Malawi as part of her latest training to bring yoga to life . Eliza can be reached at elizamic@gmail .com .

Jennifer Hanson teaches yoga at the Multnomah Athletic Club (MAC) and privately . She taught yoga on Cycle Oregon from 2009-2011 before joining the Peace Corps in Indonesia (East Java) . Before moving to the other side of the world, she taught a variety of yoga students, ranging from seniors, to athletes at Adidas, the MAC and the Portland Rock Gym . She’s thrilled to be back with

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Cycle Oregon . Jennifer completed her 200-hour vinyasa certification at Yoga Sutra in Manhattan in Feb . 2008 before moving to Portland . She continued her education later that year in South India at the Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram (KYM) to study yoga therapeutics and Vedic chanting . In 2011 she completed a 100-hour Anusara yoga training in Portland . Jennifer brings forward from her teachers a strong emphasis on individual alignment, and a reverence for the breath in helping to reveal the deeper dimensions of the spirit . In addition to her love of yoga, she is an avid cyclist with a professional background in journalism and marketing communications . You can reach her at jenlhanson@yahoo .com .

Bike Detailing and Device ChargingThe Community Cycling Center brings trained staff and volunteers to Cycle Oregon who will carefully clean your bicycle and charge your electronics at each overnight site . Proceeds support their community programs for underserved kids and adults . These services are popular and sell out . During the event they’re offered on a first-come, first-served basis, so your best bet is to pre-schedule! Call 503 .288 .8864 or email Randi to sign up for cleaning or charging . Pre-registration ends on August 30 .

Full bike cleaning: $80 (Additional $25 fee for recumbents and tandems)

Weekly charge: $50 (Please bring your own cord . If you have a USB device, you must bring a USB-compatible electrical cord .)

One full bike cleaning and one weekly charge: $120

VIP Hero package (Cleaning, weekly charge, and a child’s first bike): $170

Gift of a First Bike at Holiday Bike Drive (Provides a child with a first bike, a new helmet and safety education): $50 .

Green EventAs a large-scale event and a careful partner in appreciating and preserving Oregon’s natural beauty, Cycle Oregon looks for every feasible way to lighten our load on the environment . Here are a few elements of the event that focus on sustainability:

WASTE REDUCTION

Again this year, Cycle Oregon will set up 50 Waste Recovery Stations (WRS) – tent-like structures measuring roughly 4’ by 8’ and covering three bins – one each for compostables, recyclables and garbage . Volunteers from the CO Green Team will be posted at multiple WRS sites, both at the overnight site and on the route, showing you which items go in which bins and adding information about the products, composting and recycling, etc . The results: In a representative year 78% of all CO waste was diverted from landfills – 33% composted, 23% recycled, 22% cardboard – and only 22% ended up in a landfill .

Check out this educational fact sheet about what materials are composted or recycled .

VENDOR MATERIALS

As part of our waste reduction efforts, Cycle Oregon requires vendors to use the most environmentally friendly products possible . For example, “paper” products such as plates are actually made of bagasse, the residual fiber product of sugar-cane processing . All cutlery is starch-based and fully compostable . Cups are made of a corn-based resin, also compostable . There is no bottled water, and drinks are served in compostable cups . Cycle O also works with vendors to recycle as much cardboard or other packing materials as possible .

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MUSETTE BAGS

Each rider gets a customized Cycle Oregon musette bag at check-in . (Repeat riders, bring yours and use it again!) You’ll be able to take the bag with you each day if you want (it folds down into a very small pocket packet) and use it at lunch . This change alone can eliminate more than 10,000 plastic bags from our week’s environmental footprint .

GEAR DROP

To keep our disposable materials to a minimum, our Gear Drop team employs reusable nylon bags for gear drop each day .

CARPOOLING

We encourage riders to connect with others driving to the event, so you can share a vehicle and cut down on costs and pollution . If you’re interested in finding others to pool with, drop a note on our Facebook page or go to our Forum and start a conversation .

What’s to ComeTimelineHere are a few things you can expect from us between now and September:

• Monthly e-newsletters

• Rider Handbook, Volume 3 – Focus on community activities and entertainment: emailed in early August

• Parking passes and bus tickets: mailed mid-August

• Rider Guest/Support Vehicle packets: mailed mid-August

• Rider packet (maps, wristbands) pickup in The Dalles: Sept . 5, 6 or 7

• Ride apparel (jerseys, vests, jackets and Icebreaker clothing) given out in The Dalles after you pick up your packet: Sept . 5, 6 or 7

• Tent & Porter tent assignment in The Dalles, after you check in . If you want a tent near friends or family, plan to check in together so you can be assigned adjacent tents: Sept . 5, 6 or 7

Deadlines• Purchase a Magnificent Seven jersey by June 26

• Change food preference (regular or vegetarian) by June 30

• Purchase bus tickets by August 7

• Purchase parking passes by August 15

CancellationsIt happens – something comes up and you can’t make it to the event even though you’re already registered . Here’s how it works:

Before July 31, 2014If you can’t make the ride, submit a cancellation by Thursday, July 31, 2014, for a refund, less processing fees of

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$100 per rider for registration and accompanying additional services or ride apparel (Tent & Porter Service, parking pass, bus tickets or jersey) . The fee for cancelling an additional service only is $25 for bus tickets (round-trip), $25 for Tent & Porter service and $25 for Rider Guest registration, as applicable . There are no refunds at any time for cancelling parking only .

From August 1 to August 21, 2014From August 1 to August 21, 2014, the cancellation fee is $275 per rider for registrations and accompanying additional services (Tent & Porter Service, parking pass or bus tickets) . The fee for cancelling an additional service only is $75 for bus tickets (round-trip), $50 for Tent & Porter service and $50 for Rider Guest registration, as applicable . There are no refunds at any time for cancelling parking only .

After August 21, 2014No refunds are available for cancellations, either the ride registration or additional service, after August 21, 2014 . Sorry, but we don’t make any exceptions to this policy, and we don’t offer credits for future events .

Submitting CancellationsPlease submit cancellation requests to info@cycleoregon .com or send a letter to:

Cancellations Cycle Oregon 2124 N . Flint Ave . Portland, OR 97227

All refunds will be processed through the credit card you used when registering .

Questions?Contact Chris at chris@cycleoregon .com or

503-287-0405, ext . 103 .