Created originally for cycling options in the winter months, the routes at Maston are an example of how varied user groups can work together to form diverse and harmonious trail systems. Hikers, bikers and equestrians enjoy the various loops, connectors and Deschutes River views that make the Maston Trailhead so popular. Located 5 miles from […]
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Bike Park Improvements Hit Snag
County Hearings Officer nixes parts of the expansion plans at Big Sky Park
The big things that were coming to Big Sky Park may get scaled back, depending on the outcome of a special hearing by the Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners. After Bend Park and Recreation District submitted its plans to the Deschutes County development department earlier this year, nearby homeowners raised concerns about lighting, noise, […]
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How are you observing this Memorial Day?
Here are the events going on this Memorial Day weekend
Memorial Day Weekend is upon us, and there are plenty of events going on all weekend. Below are all of the events, live music and ceremonies that you can check out. Bend 2018 Memorial Day Ceremony Central Oregon’s largest annual Memorial Day Ceremony is put on by Deschutes Memorial Chapel & Gardens on May 28 […]
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Bridging the Gap
Think your outdoor buddies have to be your own age or gender? These locals beg to differ
Outdoor experience and adventure are integral to the DNA of living in Central Oregon. Surrounded by snow-covered mountains, dense forests, crystal clear rivers and spectacular rocks, many who live and visit here do so for the diversity in the landscape, and for the myriad options available for “getting out.” The high desert, it seems, has […]
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10 Mountain Bike Rides near Bend
Trails to ride, from beginner to expert
Central Oregon is a mountain bikers dream come true. From family friendly cruiser trails that start near Bend, to remote, high elevation rides, there’s something for everyone. Below are my top 10 rides, from beginner to expert, two hours or less from Bend. For more inspiration, check out Mountain Bike Bend: 46 Singletrack Routes, Bend’s […]
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Bike Issue 2018
Roll up on this Bike Issue, Benditos.
What the heck’s the deal with e-bikes on trails? What’s the hottest gear rolling onto the scene? And why are so many kids in Bend into unicycling? These questions and more, answered in The Source’s 2018 Bike Issue! Whether you’re a fan of the two-wheeled form of transport—or event if you like the one-wheeled variety—there’s […]
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A Day in Hell (or Eugene)
Hellshire Day kicks off Oregon’s busy beerfest season
Warmer weather is finally here, and with it comes the irresistible desire to go out, purchase some wooden tokens, and try every beer in the universe, four ounces at a time. Most of the big beer festivals around Oregon have announced their 2017 plans by now. Central Oregon Beer Week begins two Fridays from now […]
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So You Wanna…
Commute around town/Mountain bike the trees
COMMUTE AROUND TOWN Here are some tips for surviving the streets—and those roundabouts Maybe you’ve seen them now that the weather is getting nicer. They might have a bag slung over their shoulder, they’re probably wearing a shiny helmet, riding in the rightmost lane on the road, not quite as fast as the cars but […]
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Courtney Van Fossan
Meet the bike activist and mom improving mobility, one bike ride at a time
Van Fossan says that more and more, she is wanting to leave the car behind, especially for all those easy trips around town, “so there’s not so many of us driving in cars alone,” she adds. Something as simple as riding a bicycle can help improve one’s mental health— and can even bring a grown […]
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Want to ride a bike, but you don’t know where to start?
We’ve got you covered, bike noob.
The non-negotiable stuff: a helmet and a bike. A hard tail is a mountain bike that only has suspension in the front, which will be cheaper and fine for beginners. If you have the cash, a full suspension mountain bike will be more deluxe, but isn’t necessary. If you’re interesting in road biking, frame weight […]