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Watch: What Makes Bend, Oregon Such a Special Mountain Bike Destination
?What really sets Bend, Oregon apart from other mountain towns is its unique geological history—or rather the fact that, as Adam Craig says, “Pretty much everything around here exploded at some point.” From the trail network surrounding town to Mt. Bachelor’s lift-serviced runs to the rowdy trails on Cline Butte, Bend’s dirt and landscape provide …
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The Hood Report: Seeking Solitude on Cedar Creek and 15-Mile
With the exception of a few connector trails (two of which are undergoing extension and re-route), this report on the Cedar Creek/15-Mile loop will conclude our coverage of the 44 Trails–geographically the most expansive network in the Mount Hood region. This collection of trails to the east of Mount Hood are special to the area, …
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The Hood Report: Beyond the Trail
When discussing destination mountain biking in Oregon, most follow one of two paths: Bend or Oakridge. Although you wouldn’t be unwise in selecting either for your next trip, it would be a mistake ignoring careful consideration of the Mount Hood and Hood River-area trails. Why? Well, in case our last 8 ride reports failed in …
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The Hood Report: Intro to the 44 Trails, Report on Knebal Springs and 8-Mile
The Hood River Valley courses nearly 40 miles along Highway 35, bound by Mount Hood to the south, the Columbia River to the north, and the Cascade Range to the west. A large ridge system runs the eastern border of the valley where, 26 miles south of Hood River, OR, National Forest Development Road (NFD) 44 climbs into the ridge …
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The Hood Report: The Best $2 You’ll Ever Spend: Timberline to Town
It’s 5:54am as I slide two neatly-folded bills down the cash box before sauntering down the aisle to locate a seat towards the back of the Mount Hood Express. Surely, no city bus route has garnered so much recent popularity (for better or worse), so it’s best to get it in early. A few others …
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