We’re excited that you’re joining us for an adventurous Cycle Oregon Joyride – a space for women and women-identifying riders, as well as non-binary riders comfortable in woman-centered spaces. Before we dive in, we ask that you review our code of conduct to ensure that we are all aligned on the expectations of this amazing event! 

Packing, getting to the ride, checking in, booking a massage, camping – it’s all here in the Joyride Ride Guide. If you’re new to the event, it’s a great investment of your time to go over these details. Even if you’re a seasoned Cycle Oregon rider, peruse the guide as a reminder of the things you’ll need to make your journey a great one. 

**As a reminder, this event is for women, women-identifying, nonbinary riders only. Male partners/friends/etc. cannot join the Joyride event.**

Preparation and Arrival

Jasper State Recreation Area opens to Joyride riders at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, June 12 and closes Sunday, June 14 at 5:00 p.m. Friday is a check-in day and includes a no-drop shakeout ride that starts at 5:00 p.m.

If you have an Oregon State Park Day parking pass, please bring it and hang it in your car! Cycle Oregon pays extra for each vehicle that is parked in the lot that does not have a pass, so we appreciate you bringing the pass if you have one.

Packing Suggestions 

Sunscreen, sunglasses, layers (cool mornings, warm days with lots of sun), bug spray or long sleeve items, water bottles, reusable mug for coffee/tea in the morning, chapstick, a headlamp, something to swim in, a towel for the river and showers, something to indigo dye, bandana for dust on gravel route, and “Prom” attire for the Silent Disco on Saturday night. 

If camping, sleeping bag, sleeping pad, pillow, tent, and fun flare for your tent so you can tell it apart from others. If you signed up for Tent and Porter, leave your tent at home! We’ve got that covered.  

  • Driving and Parking

    Jasper State Recreation Site Address: 85521 Jasper Park Rd, Pleasant Hill, OR 97455  

    Parking 

    If you purchased a car parking or RV pass in advance, you will be given it on-site as you arrive. Parking is conveniently located near camp in a paved lot.  

    Car parking passes will also be available for purchase for $35 when you arrive on site if you forgot to purchase ahead of time.  

    If you have a Oregon State Recreation Pass, please bring these and hang them in your car when you park – this will help reduce the site fee.

    RV Parking
    RV & Vans will be parked on pavement along the grassy area of camp. All RV spots are dry camping (no water or power hookups).

    There may be RV passes available on-site for $110, but those spaces are limited, so please purchase in advance so we can ensure you have a spot. If you want to be close to a friend who also has an RV, please email info@cycleoregon.com to let us know and we will do our best!

  • Rider Check-In

    Once you park your vehicle, you may then head to rider check-in, located under the Cycle Oregon tents next to the parking lot on Friday until about 7:00 p.m. After 7:00 p.m., check in at the Rider Services trailer. You must show your photo ID to check in and you cannot check in for someone else. 

    Check In will be available during these times: 

    • Friday, June 12 from  3:00 – 9:00 p.m. 
    • Saturday, June 13 from  6:00 – 9:00 a.m.

    There will be a bag drop location by Rider Check-In for folks who do not want to move their bags themselves. Your bag will be dropped off at the RV lot near Tent City.

    For folks who have purchased Tent & Porter, your bag will be transported from Rider Check-In to your tent. When you check in, you will be directed to a second Tent & Porter check-in table to get your bag tags!

Camp Services

Our camp is filled with everything you need for the weekend, from cold beer and delicious meals to great entertainment. View a site map of our camp here:

  • Showers

    Showers will be available on-site in a shower truck. Don’t forget your towel and shower shoes!

    Friday – 3:00 – 9:00 p.m.
    Saturday – 6:00 – 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 – 8:00 p.m.
    Sunday – 6:00 – 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

  • Meal Times

    Cycle Oregon has once again hired the wonderful crew from Spin Catering to provide dinner at the overnight site on Friday and Saturday, and breakfast at the overnight site on Saturday and Sunday. Lunch will be served on course. Each morning you can enjoy fresh French Press Coffee from Nossa Familia!

    Breakfast and dinner are served in the dining tent. If you want to get seconds, please wait until the last hour of serving, to make sure everyone gets a first serving!

    • Breakfast & Coffee: 6:00 – 8:00 a.m. 
    • Lunch on course: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. 
    • Dinner: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 
  • Beer & Wine Garden

    The Cycle Oregon beer and wine garden is presented by Pinot Vista.

    This year we’ll be featuring beer and Sparkle Hops from Pelican Brewing, Non-Alcoholic Beer from Heck Brewing, and wine from Pinot Vista.

    Our beverage providers will be hosting Happy Hour on Friday from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. with complementary beverages. Beverages are available for purchase at the Beer Garden during the following hours:  

    • Friday: 3:00 – 6:00 pm and 9:00 – 9:45 p.m. 
    • Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 9:45 p.m. 
    • Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. 
  • Entertainment & Announcements
  • Rider Services

    Look for the yellow Rider Services trailer to ask questions, meet friends, locate missing items at the lost and found and purchase event merchandise. We’ll have this year’s ride jersey, shirts and more items! The trailer is open:

    • Friday 3:00 – 9:00 p.m.   
    • Saturday 6:00 a.m – 9:00 p.m.
    • Sunday 6:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 

     

  • Trek Portland - Bike Repair and On-Course Support

    Trek Portland’s team of technicians will provide mechanical support on the course and in camp. Labor is discounted and cyclists will pay for all parts. It is your responsibility to make sure your bicycle arrives in good condition. 

  • Vendor Expo

    Joyride isn’t just about the miles; it’s about the community supporting those miles on course and in camp. This year, an incredible crew of partners is setting up with us in Pleasant Hill to keep you fueled, styled, and rolling.

    Your morning kicks off with the warm, lively folks from Nossa Família Coffee, serving up the perfect early camp brew from their massive, custom French press. Before rolling out, visit the Trek Bicycles Portland tech stand, where master mechanics are wrenching and fine-tuning bikes to ensure your ride is perfectly dialed.

    Out on the course, you’ll find Hammer Nutrition at the rest stops, providing the essential hydration support to keep your body as fine tuned as your bike. Also on course, you’ll see the weekend’s vibrant style on full display with custom 2026 Joyride jerseys from Primal Wear. If you want to refresh your kit back at camp we’ll have a selection of event jerseys or pop by The Athletic Community to browse their latest local apparel. Through every mile, you can ride with total peace of mind knowing the friendly team at Adventure Medics is integrated seamlessly into our support system to keep us all safe.

    When the afternoon sun dips, we transition to the beer garden and Social Hub to toast the day’s adventures. Pelican Brewing will be holding down the Friday night Happy Hour with crisp, cold drafts, while Pinot Vista Vineyards pours beautiful local wines to help you unwind. Looking for a refreshing post-ride option without the buzz? Heck Brewing has you covered with cold cans of non-alcoholic beer.

    These amazing partners are here for you, Joyriders, and because they believe in the Cycle Oregon mission. We are very grateful to them for their continued support.

  • Massage

    SPORTS MASSAGE THERAPY by the Cycle Oregon Massage Team:
    Riders may sign up for a post-ride massage therapy treatment in-camp with one of our experienced Oregon Licensed Massage Therapists.

    Each therapist can tailor a session for you based on ride recovery, injury rehab/mitigation, or just for a treat, to help your body feel comfortable again after a hard ride! In addition to in-camp signup, riders may choose to pre-book their sessions before the event starts. Massage appointments are available on Saturday, June 13 from 12:00 – 10:00 p.m. Visit the website here.

    Rates: $110 per 55 minutes, or $165 per 85 minutes.

  • Yoga

    Yoga is an excellent way to tame sore muscles, relax and stay flexible after a long day’s bicycle ride. Classes are free to all Cycle Oregon riders and mats are provided. 

    Classes are one hour in length:

    • 5:30 p.m. on Friday
    • 4:45 p.m. on Saturday
    • 1:00 p.m. on Sunday
  • Medical Services

    Medical services will be available on the course and at the overnight site from Adventure Medics. There is no charge for medical services on the course or at the site. If you require transportation to or from a local medical facility, you will be financially responsible for transportation and medical services there. 

On the Course

Course Hours

  • Saturday: 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 
  • Sunday: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

All riders must be on course by 9:00 a.m. 

Course support services are available only during the course hours and on designated routes. If you leave before the course opens or are still riding after the course closes, there will be no support services available. All Cycle Oregon riders still on the course after the closure time will be offered a ride to camp. If you choose not to take the ride you will be on your own to get back to camp. 

  • Rest & Water Stops

    Each route features at least one rest, lunch or water stop with many routes including several.  The route map will detail these locations and services. Large maps will be on display at Rider Services and will note the location of the stops along each route. Rest Stop signs alert riders when one is ahead. Rest Stops are generally open from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (3:00 p.m. on Sunday). 

  • Lunch

    Lunch will be served on the course, and lunch sites will be complete with food, beverages, restrooms, water, and bike mechanics.

    Lunch on course: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

  • Gear Drop

    You can drop off extra clothing at our rest or lunch stops to be taken back to the evening’s campsite. This service is for small items such as jackets, tights, leggings, gloves, etc. No half-eaten bananas, half-stuffed panniers or other oddities will be transported. Gear drop can be picked up near Rider Services, generally between 4:00 and 5:00 p.m. 

  • SAG Vehicles

    If at any time you need assistance, please signal a SAG vehicle with a “thumbs down” signal. If you do get into a SAG vehicle, you may not be transported directly to camp. SAG vehicles usually wait until they are full to go back to camp. 

    SAGs are available to transport cyclists due to mechanical problems or injuries. They also have plenty of extra water, sunscreen, and encouraging words (if needed). 

  • Bike Mechanics

    Trek Bicycle PDX will have mechanics in camp and on course. They will make basic repairs in order to get you through the weekend and do their best to have available parts. If you have specialized/specific parts (i.e. spokes, brake pads) please bring your own parts and they will install them if necessary to keep you on the road. 

  • Medical Service

    Adventure Medics provides around-the-clock medical support on the course and in camp. If you require medical attention on course, you should notify a SAG vehicle, ambulance, or staff vehicle with the “thumbs down” signal. 

Event Timeline

  • Friday, June 12

     

     

    3:00 p.m. Rider Check-in Begins 

    Rider Services Opens 

    Beer Garden & Bar Opens 

    Vendor Expo Opens

    Showers Open

    4:30 p.m. hike.Nia.hike w/ Elisabeth TUDIE Stropparo
    – Meet @ Clinic Area
    5:00 p.m. Shakeout Ride (No Drop) w/ Marley, Kailey
    & All Bodies on Bikes – Meet @ Start Line
    5:30 p.m. Dinner Opens

    Yoga

    6:00 p.m. All Things Gravel Biking: a conversation w/Annick Chalier – Meet @ Clinic Area

    Music Begins – AC Sapphire @ Main Stage

    Happy Hour Begins @ Beer and Wine Garden

    7:00 p.m. Cycle Oregon Announcements @ Main Stage
    7:30 p.m. Dinner Ends
    7:40 p.m. Music Resumes – AC Sapphire @ Main Stage
    9:15 p.m. Music Ends
    9:00 p.m. Rider Check-in Closes 

    Rider Services Closes

    Showers Close

    Happy Hour Ends

    9:45 p.m. Beer Garden Closes
    10:00 p.m. Quiet Hours Begin
  • Saturday, June 13

     

    6:00 a.m. Breakfast & Coffee Service Begin

    Rider Check-in Opens

    Rider Services Opens

    Showers Open

    7:00 a.m. Course Opens
    7:15 a.m. Intro to Gravel Biking Skills Clinic and Ride w/ Annick – Meet @ The Skills Area
    8:00 a.m. Breakfast Ends

    Showers Close

    8:15 a.m. All Bodies on Bikes Group Ride (No Drop) – Short Route w/ Marley, Kailey, Alexa & Eliza – Meet at Start Line
    9:00 a.m. Rider Check-in Ends

    All Riders Must Be On Course

    Lunch On Course Opens

     11:00 a.m. Beer Garden Opens 
    12:00 p.m.  Massage Appointments begin

    Showers Reopen

    1:00 p.m. Basic Bike Maintenance w/ Shift Community Cycles – Meet @ Clinic Area
    2:15 p.m. A Health at Every Size Approach to Nutrition for Cyclists w/ Shira Evans – Meet @ Clinic Area
    3:00 p.m. Indigo Dyeing Clinic w/ DIY Bar @ Clinic Area (3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Drop-in – T-Shirts available for purchase at Rider Services)
    3:30 p.m. Drop into Delight: A Guided Forest Bathing Walk w/ Heather Burns – Meet @ Clinic Area
    4:00 p.m. Course Closes
    4:45 p.m. Yoga
    5:30 p.m. Dinner Begins
    6:00 p.m. Live Recording of the All Bodies on Bikes Podcast w/ Marley & Kailey
    7:00 p.m.  Cycle Oregon Announcements @ Main Stage
    7:30 p.m. WERQ Dance Class w/ Eva Darling of Pulse PDX @ Main Stage

    Dinner Ends

    8:15 p.m. Sparkle Prom Themed Silent Disco @ Main Stage

    Showers Close

    9:00 p.m. Rider Services Closes
    9:45 p.m. Beer Garden Closes

    Silent Disco Ends

    10:00 p.m. Massage Closes 

    Quiet Hours Begin

  • Sunday, June 14

     

    6:00 a.m. Breakfast & Coffee Begins

    Rider Services Opens

    Showers Open

    7:00 a.m. Course Opens
    8:00 a.m. Breakfast Ends

    Showers Close

    8:15 a.m. No Drop Ride w/ All Bodies On Bikes Crew
    9:00 a.m. All Riders Must Be On Course

    Lunch On Course Opens

    11:00 a.m. Beer Garden Opens

    Showers Reopen

    1:00 p.m. Yoga
    3:30 p.m. Route Closes
    4:00 p.m. Rider Services Closes
    4:30 p.m. Beer Garden Closes
    5:00 p.m. Showers Close

    Event Ends

Emergency Information

In extreme emergencies, family members can contact a rider by calling the Oregon State Police at 541-776-6111. Please ask them to send an urgent message to Cycle Oregon officials. Bear in mind that it may take up to 12 hours to locate a rider and relay a message. 

If you are on the road and in serious need of medical assistance, do not hesitate to call 911. In the case of a minor emergency, flag down any Cycle Oregon volunteer and they will dispatch a SAG van or ambulance. 

You can help in an emergency. If you witness an accident on the course, please do the following: 

  • Do not move the injured rider, especially if you suspect a head or spinal injury. 
  • Notify a passing ambulance, SAG van or staff vehicle with the “thumbs down” signal. If there is no one around to help, call 911. 
  • Take care of yourself. Do not step into the path of vehicle traffic. 
  • Keep the injured person calm. 
  • Once a Cycle Oregon official is on the scene and you have given a statement, please continue on the ride. 
  • On-Course

    If you or someone near you is having an emergency, do not hesitate to call 911. Often one of our medical team will pick up the call on their radio. 

    Extensive Communications 

    You have lots of help on the road in case of an emergency. HAM radio operators provide emergency and logistical communication. HAM radio operators ride in SAG vehicles so that event managers, medical services and staff are in touch at all times. If no one is around to assist in the event of an emergency, call 911. 

    Please note: There is no charge for medical services rendered on the course or at the overnight site. We will not transport you to a medical facility unless it is a critical situation. If you require transport by Adventure Medics, a local ambulance, or helicopter, you will be financially responsible for any resulting charges. You are also financially responsible for any services provided by local medical facilities. 

  • In-Camp

    Medical 

    Go to the medical tent, as a medic will be available or on call at all times. If no one is in the tent, knock on the van door or use the radio to call the on-call medic.

    Evacuation 

    Announcements throughout the campsite will alert the riders to prepare for evacuation. Please go immediately to the Main Stage for instructions. 

    Severe Weather 

    Harsh weather may warrant the use of contingency facilities for shelter, if available. Details will be announced from the Main Stage. In the event of lightning, seek low ground and get away from metal. 

Rules of the Ride

The number one priority of Cycle Oregon is your safety. Therefore, here are a few rules we insist you follow:

1.  Only bicycles propelled by human power are allowed to participate in a Cycle Oregon sponsored event. Class 1 and Class 3 pedal-assist e-bikes are welcome on all courses at Joyride. We will offer charging at camp on Saturday for $25 — we encourage you to arrive with a charged battery!

2.  Helmets and two water bottles (or equivalent) are required on Cycle Oregon events. The use of rear-view mirrors is recommended as a safety measure.

3.  By Oregon law, bicyclists are operators of vehicles and must comply with all traffic laws. Cycle Oregon reserves the right to expel any participant who demonstrates a reluctance to ride in a safe and lawful manner. Riders who violate safety laws in the Oregon motor vehicle code are also subject to citation by law enforcement officials.

4.  The Cycle Oregon event courses are open for designated hours. Course support vehicles and other support services are available only during course hours. Any cyclist(s) still on the course after the designated closing time will be offered a ride to camp; if you choose not to take it you are on your own to get into camp and no course support services will be available for those who choose to stay out.

5. SAG support is to be used for mechanical and/or medical reasons only. Excessive use of SAG support (3 or more times) for any other reason may exclude participants from registering for future Cycle Oregon events.

6.  The course will be clearly marked. If you leave the official course, you are not part of the ride and will not receive any services or support.

7.  We try to direct as much vehicle traffic as possible off the route. Nevertheless, the tour travels on public road. Therefore, ride no more than two abreast. Ride beside a pal only where it is safe to do so, and where you do not block traffic or force other riders to swing far out to pass. By law, you must ride single file when a vehicle is present.

8.  Never draft behind a vehicle. Pace lines are prohibited in areas of high vehicle or cyclist traffic and are limited in size to a maximum of seven riders. Be especially careful at railroad tracks, cattle guards, and busy intersections. Course monitors and safety vehicles may be stationed in areas of special concern.

9.  Call “ON YOUR LEFT” to alert a rider you intend to pass. The call “CAR BACK” passes the message forward when a vehicle is approaching from behind. Use arm signals to indicate turns. Point out potholes, broken glass and other hazards to those behind you. Signal your intention to stop, and pull off the roadway.

10.  Use of headphones while riding on Cycle Oregon events is highly discouraged. Safe group riding in an event such depends on communication between cyclists. Headphones interfere with that process and make it difficult for people to hear instructions such as “CAR BACK” and “ON YOUR LEFT.” Headphones also make it difficult to hear approaching cars or trucks, negatively impacting the safety of cyclists and motorists.

11.  Cycle Oregon enjoys a reputation for leaving our campsites, lunch spots, rest stops, and course spotless. Please dispose of all trash and recyclables in the appropriate places.

12.  Cyclists must keep the roadway clear when stopping at an event-designated stop or any other location. Please ensure that bicycles are parked off the road and that cyclists do not congregate on the roadways.

13.  Cycle Oregon events include assorted drinks at meals and all rest stops. Still, the responsibility for carrying sufficient water and remaining properly hydrated is yours. Make sure you drink extra fluids before, during, and after the ride to reduce the risk of dehydration. While in the saddle, you should consume an average of one liter of fluid for each hour of riding. Drink before you become thirsty. By the time you feel thirsty, you are already slightly dehydrated. Muscle cramping can also be a sign of dehydration. If at any time you run low on water, signal a SAG van with a “thumbs down” and ask for a fill-up. Do not be tempted by roadside rivers and streams, as the water may contain bacteria or parasites.