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Over the Top

Friday, September 30, 2011 at 4:00 PM - Sunday, October 2, 2011 at 6:00 PM (PT)

Oakridge, OR
Over the Top

Ticket Information

Ticket Type Remaining Sales End Price Fee Quantity
Over the Top - Start in Blue River 10 tickets Ended $299.00 $0.00
Over the Top - Start in Oakridge 16 tickets Ended $299.00 $0.00
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Event Details

“Over the Top” is a 2 day fully supported road cycling event between Oakridge, Oregon and Blue River, Oregon.  Cyclists will ride  the low traffic scenic Aufderheide Drive, (FS Rd 19), past majestic old growth forests and cascading waterfalls.  This is a challenging ride with over 3000 feet of elevation gain.  Riders will cycle in one direction on the first day, then back to their respective starting points on the second day.   Great food... Good friends and a weekend of cycling memories  awaits you.  Mark your calendar for October 1st & 2nd or better yet sign up today.  Registration is limited to 100 riders.

All meals, Friday and Saturday night lodging, aid stations, snacks, baggage transfer, sag wagon, mechanical support, and route maps are included in the registration fee.  Riders check in on Friday afternoon, September 30, settle in to comfortable lodging and hospitality. 

Registration closes on 9/27/2011 or when 100 riders are confirmed.  Please select your starting point in Oakridge or Blue River by clicking on the "ticket type."   Riders will be about equally split between the starting points. 

Lodging:  Friday and Saturday night lodging is included in the registration fee.  The primary lodging and check-in point in Oakridge is the Oakridge Hostel, with space for 25 guests.  Additional lodging will be arranged through local motels a short distance away.  Likewise in Blue River, the primary lodging and gathering place for the ride is the McKenzie River Mountain Resort.  Additional lodging will be arranged with nearby motels as needed. 

Safety:  Cyclists must wear safety rated (CSPC) helmets while underway on the ride.  Cyclists must observe all applicable laws and must ride in a safe and courteous manner.  Multiple aid stops along the route will provide fresh snacks, hydration, comfort stations, and friendly greeters. 

SAG:  The course will close at 5 PM.  Riders still out will be given an opportunity to ride the sag to their destination.  If they decline, they will be on their own. 

When & Where



Oakridge Hostel
48175 East First St
Oakridge, OR 97463

Friday, September 30, 2011 at 4:00 PM - Sunday, October 2, 2011 at 6:00 PM (PT)


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Thursday, September 29, 2011

Favorable Weather is forecast for the ride!  Between Oakridge and Blue River the high temperature over the weekend will be 67-69, low 43 to 47, partly cloudy and chance of showers 10%-20%.  Wind is not a huge problem on this route, forecast to be 6-11 mph. See you all soon!

Wednesday, September 28, 2011

Greetings Registered Riders,

Some of you did not get an email with details on the ride, our apologies.  Here is the information now.

If you are starting at Oakridge, check in is between 4 PM and 6 PM, our phone number is 541.782.4000, our address is 48175 East First St, Oakridge, OR 97463.  You will receive a ride packet with a number which must be affixed to your clothing or bicycle. You will be assigned a room at the hostel at check in.  When you arrive at the McKenzie River Mountain Resort you will also be assigned a room.  You should place your name and telephone number on your luggage in Oakridge if you want to have it transported for you on Saturday.  It will be in your room at the McKenzie River Resort waiting for you.  On Sunday your bags will be transported back to your original starting point. There is a free beer garden both days sponsored by Ninkasi beginning at 4 PM.  You must be over 21 and alcohol may be consumed only in designated areas,[OLCC rules]. Dinner will be available between 5:30 PM and 7 PM Friday and Saturday nights. Willie Weir, guest speaker will entertain between 7:30 and 8:30 PM Friday and Saturday in Oakridge. Breakfast will be served 6 AM to 7:30 AM  Saturday and Sunday.  Beverages, snacks and lunch will be served at aid stations spaced about 20 miles apart along the route.  The ride gets underway at 8:30 AM both days and a sweep van will pick up any riders after 5 PM.

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

An email to Registered Riders comes out on Friday, 9/23.  All of the details you will need before you pack up for the ride.  The 10 day forecast shows upper 60's, ideal conditions!  More to follow....

Tuesday, September 6, 2011

The three day schedule starts with an evening talk by Willie Weir, columnist for Adventure Cyclist Magazine.  Willie will bring to life tales from his latest book, Travels with Willie - tales that will have you chuckling and leave you wanting to chuck your day job and hit the road! He is a traveling commentator for public radio station KUOW in Seattle and an ex-professional actor with a passion for bicycle travel. He and his wife gave up their car six years ago--a wise and, yes, frugal decision.  He will speak on Friday and Saturday evening in Oakridge.