Sequim High School, 601 N Sequim Ave
Saturday, July 26, 2025, join COGS for a ride from Sequim to Hurricane Ridge and back. The route uses a mix of back roads, the Olympic trail, and a short segment of Hwy 101.
BRING FOOD to fuel your ride.
We will regroup at the Park Visitor Center (mile 18), at the top (mile 36), and at the Park Visitor Center on the way out (mile 53). We will also regroup as needed. Restrooms and water are available at the park entrance.
If you prefer, you can join the ride at the Park Visitor Center (mile 18). NO FOOD available here. FILL UP YOUR WATER BOTTLES because we will be climbing for 3 hours.
The permanent Visitor Station at the the top burned down a few years ago. That means no shelter at the top. It might be cold. Bring something to keep you warm after the climb. You might even want to wear it on the way down.
More details:
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
Pier 50
Join me for a two night/three day bike packing loop around the Tahuya Peninsula.
Due to insurance requirements this ride is open for club members only.
Itinerary:
Monday 7/28: We'll catch the fast ferry from Pier 50 to Southworth at 8:05 and ride a relatively easy paved 30 mile/1,500 feet route to Belfair State Park - stopping en route for coffee and lunch and picking up supplies in Belfair. Camp at Belfair State Park.
Tuesday 7/29: The route around Tahuya Peninsula will be a hilly 45 miles/2,800 feet with five miles of gravel road. This route has low traffic, especially beyond the little village of Tahuya, and is very scenic. We will pick up a pizza and/or dinner supplies in Seabeck before climbing up the hill to Scenic Beach State Park.
Wednesday 7/30: From Scenic Beach to Bremerton where we can take either the car ferry or the Kitsap fast ferry back to Seattle - 18 miles/1,400 Ft.
Riders are expected to be self-supporting. Some of this route will be out of range of cellphone coverage (West side of Tahuya), but I will bring a satellite communicator for emergencies. Please be flexible about routing.
Cancellation for rain, smoke, etc. to be sent no later than 8 PM the night before the ride.
We have rides on Wednesday evenings year round. We don't usually let rain cancel a ride, but we often wait until Monday or even Tuesday to post the ride specifics if rain is threatening.
This is a Repeat Ride for those who missed and/or those who wish to repeat the ride. The route will consist of riding from Fremont to Fauntleroy, taking the ferry to Southworth, riding to Port Orchard, and taking the ferry to Bremerton for lunch near the dock. After lunch, we will take the ferry to Colman Dock for the ride home.
Total distance is 59 miles with 22 of the miles by ferry.
We will leave Evanston Plaza at 8:30am Sharp in order to arrive at the Fauntleroy Landing in time to catch the 10:10am ferry to Southworth.
Meet at Evanston Plaza. It's one block south of PCC in Fremont at the intersection of Evanston and Northlake. Up the stairs from the trail.
All riders must register. Helmets are required. COGS rides are open to non-members. Please check us out. Non-members are limited to one “free” ride as COGS’ insurance requires they become a member.
Riders are expected to be self-supporting with spare tubes, pump, water, snacks, and capable of fixing their own flats. Use of flashers, visual enhancers and rearview mirrors is encouraged. Weather conditions can and will change, be prepared. In addition, please also bring safe riding skills and good road manners.
Join us for the full loop around the lake... & Tacos. Or, if you are not feeling it, you can take a short cut at 520 or I-90. Either way you get a ride in for the day.
We will ride a 15mph pace until we get to the 520 trail. After that, more than likely, we will pick up the pace.
Bring some snacks. 1st short break at Marina Park in Kirkland (mile ~20). Optional 2nd short break at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park (mile ~33).
Tacos in Renton (mile ~35).
This easy route starts in Greenwood and includes Shoreline and Maple Leaf. Coffee & pastries at Macrina in Maple Leaf.
No public parking at Alice Ball Park. There should be plenty of parking on side streets.
Join COGS for a century ride to Port Townsend and back. We will meet at the Lynnwood Transit Station at 6:45am and will start riding promptly at 7am. From the Transit Station we will make our way to Mukilteo to take the ferry to Whidbey Island. On the island, we will make our way NW. A quick lunch is planned in Freeland. Afterwards, we continue NW to the Coupeville ferry for the boat ride to Port Townsend. In Port Townsend, we can have a small meal or pick up some food to eat later. I am going to suggest the Food Co-op. After we have fueled up, we will make our way SE to Port Gamble, Kingston, and finally the Lynnwood Transit Station. It's going to be a long day.
Parking:
Parking at the transit station appears to be free. You can only park for 24 hours.
Ferries:
1. Clinton - Mukilteo (ferry every ~30 min)
2. Port Townsend - Coupeville (ferry every ~45 min)
3. Kingston - Edmonds (ferry every ~60 min)
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Join COGS for a 3-day hub-n-spoke gravel bike tour and adventure in Winthrop. We had a great time last year riding some of the best gravel terrain in the state. If you only want to ride 2 days that works too.
NOTE: This will be a challenging ride. 40mm tires or more suggested. Be prepared to navigate on your own. Bring lots of water each day. Bring lunch and snacks. Bring wet weather gear. If it rains or snows at higher elevations, you will be glad you did. If it does not, then you will be glad that you did not have to worry about it.
Methow Valley Ciderhouse 28 State Rte 20, Winthrop, WA 98862
Time TBD
Lodging:
Event headquarters: North Cascades Mountain Hostel. The hostel is the recommended place to stay. There is a kitchen and a open room for socializing. Some of the riders prepared their breakfasts in the kitchen. Several riders are planning to checking in on 11SEP and checking out on 24SEP. Last year, we checked out in the morning before our ride. The owner was kind enough to allowed us to shower after our half day ride. The address is 209 Castle Ave, Winthrop, WA, 98862.
Other Lodging Options:
For more info, read the report from last year's ride: Winthrop Gravel Hub & Spoke Tour 2024
Liam P.
greenbikego25@outlook.com
Lynnwood Transit Station (near the hummingbird)
Join COGS for a 2 day weekend mini get-a-way to Port Townsend via Whidbey Island and return via Kingston.
The Port Townsend Inn (affordable with mixed reviews) is the designated hotel for the trip. No worries if you want to stay at a different hotel.
Join the ride leader for dinner at the Pizza Factory or explore the town and eat somewhere else. No worries either way.
Breakfast on day 2 is on your own. The ride leader will likely eat breakfast at the Food Co-op and pick up some snacks for the ride to Kingston.
Saturday 27-Sep-2025
Pizza Factory | 1102 Water St, Port Townsend, WA 98368
Sunday 28-Sep-2025
The Grub Hut
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