The Providence Bridge Pedal 2018
Posted on behalf of Rizk Law on Aug 08, 2018 in Firm News
Providence Bridge Pedal
Sunday, August 12th, 5:30 am – 9:00 am
SW Naito Parkway and Taylor
Marquam Express
Start the morning by pedaling up on the Marquam Bridge and enjoy a light breakfast then biking through downtown Portland on I-405 and over the Fremont Bridge before joining the full Bridge Pedal route.
Enjoy sunrise and a light breakfast from on top of the Marquam Bridge before starting your ride. You can bike up onto the Marquam as early as 6 a.m. The views of the Willamette River and downtown Portland as the sun rises over the Cascades are spectacular. Marquam Express riders begin as early as 7 a.m. with a rush through town on I-405 and across the Fremont Bridge.
Marquam, Fremont, Steel, Morrison, Ross Island, Hawthorne, Marquam, Fremont, Steel
Distance
18 miles
Start
Top of Marquam Bridge (Access the Marquam Bridge at SE Water and Yamhill
Starting Time
Access to the Marquam Bridge 6 a.m. (Sunrise: 6:09 a.m.)
Breakfast 6-7 a.m
Ride begins 7 a.m
Finish
SW Naito Parkway and Ash Street
Cost
$40
Main Ride
This new routing includes crossing six bridges, including the upper decks of the Marquam and Fremont bridges and a thrilling ride through downtown Portland on I-405, all on car-free streets.
Bridges Crossed
Morrison, Ross Island, Hawthorne, Marquam, Fremont, Steel
Distance
12 miles
Starting Location
SW Naito Parkway at Morrison (Northbound)
Start Time
7:30-9:15 a.m.
Finish
SW Naito Parkway and Ash
Cost
$25
Kids Pedal
A free three mile ride especially for young cyclists over the Hawthorne and Steel bridges.
Bridges crossed
(in order) Hawthorne and Steel
Distance
3 miles
Start
SW Naito Parkway and Salmon
Starting Time
10 a.m.
Finish
SW Naito Parkway and Ash
Cost
Free
Notes Ages 13 and up are welcome if they are accompanied by a youth/child. Both children and adults must register.
Bridge Stride
A 5 mile walk through the Pearl District then on I -405 to the Fremont Bridge. Return to downtown via the Steel Bridge.
Bridges crossed
Fremont, Steel
Distance
5 miles
Start
SW Naito Parkway and Ash
Starting Time
8 a.m.
Finish
SW Naito Parkway and Ash
Cost
$25
A Word for the Bikers
As a South Portland personal injury law firm, we care about our community and the community’s safety. will be thousands of riders present and bike courtesy and awareness will be essential to everyone’s safety. Also, remember to wear a good helmet and bring water!
A Word for the Drivers
As for all of the four-wheeled commuters on Sunday, be aware of the Bridge Pedal routes. Check your traffic routes in advance. Avoid putting yourself in a frustrating situation which can lead to unsafe driving and potentially road rage.
Plan ahead, be wise, and have fun Portland!
More South Portland Events
August 5th – 11th
National Farmers Market Week
Wed, August 8, 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Mirabella – Park View Room
3550 SW Bond Ave.
South Waterfront Emergency Preparedness Committee Meeting
Become a part of your neighborhood emergency response team that fosters emergency preparedness and will develop plans to deal with major emergencies.
August 16th 6:30pm
Movie + Concert in the Park:
Concert: The Jellyroll Society
Movie: Close Encounters of the Third Kind
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