Hello there, two-wheeled compadre, happy Spring! Out here in the Columbia River Gorge, we’re still seeing frosty mornings, but earlier and earlier in the day it’s disappearing into the ever-greener corners of our trails, yards, and gardens. The telltale signs… Read More ›
The visceral memory of a ride years ago brings PEARL iZUMi athlete Brice Shirbach back to the Pacific Northwest for another full-sensory riding experience. ____________ I’ll never forget my first time in the Yacolt Burn State Forest. It was a… Read More ›
Extending northward from Lassen Peak in Northern California to Mount Lytton, about 100 miles north of the Canadian border in British Columbia. The Cascades might be my favorite range of mountains in all of North America. It’s a chain dominated… Read More ›
We love old school XC We love what we do and it shows. Now in year 20 XC mountain bike racing by no means is dead, but alive and well with over 2500 riders annually! Race #1 Echo Red to… Read More ›
Follow Diamondback Athlete Eric Porter as he takes his family through the time honored tradition of the family road trip. Hop aboard your favorite ride and let’s explore the trails. Filmed by: Justin Olsen View this post on Instagram Ever… Read More ›
HRATS Supporters, It has been a wild 2020 so far, and we have been trying to keep up with all of the changes and regulations and want to share changes to Hood River Area Trails. As of June 2nd, 2020… Read More ›
Venturing deep into the backcountry is one of the most freeing feelings on a bike, and there’s nowhere better to do just that than British Columbia’s Chilcotin Mountains. Freeride legends Wade Simmons and Andrew Shandro explore to the region’s wide-open… Read More ›
HRATS Supporters – Even though Washington and Oregon have started to open up some state parks, State Parks in the Gorge remain closed on both the Washington and Oregon Side. HRATS has been working with Hood River County, and it… Read More ›
HRATS Supporters – Thank you for your support during these extremely trying times! We know there have been many rumors, news articles, and discussion about Hood River County land access including Post Canyon. HRATS is making progress on getting lands… Read More ›
Yvonne Kraus joined the Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance as Executive Director in October 2015, bringing sixteen years of experience as a Program Director and Regional Manager in the green building and energy efficiency industry with a strong focus on facilitation,… Read More ›
Long-time riding buddies Spencer and Donny have grown apart in their riding ways. One is the ultra XC hardtail guy and the other is stuck in a world of Downhill (and Rainer). How can they reconcile their differences? Fortunately Dr…. Read More ›
HRATS Supporters, The last update we sent out included the closure of all Hood River County Forest Land for recreational use. This closure remains in effect and includes closures for parking, riding, hiking, hunting and all other recreational use on… Read More ›
Hello Everyone, Here is an update on trail access in the Hood River area. • There are no trails in the Gorge that you can drive to and ride. No exceptions! • Any Trail Riding requires riding there from your… Read More ›
This crisis is affecting every corner of humanity. In these times, we need to be responsible humans and adhere to the guidelines provided by our local authorities. Bikes are what bring us together, and while we need to limit group… Read More ›
Hello Trail Users, Spring is here and it seems fitting that HRATS tells you all the good news. Good news: The Fall 2019 Fundraising events were a huge success. Thanks to all that helped out and participated. The events have… Read More ›
When a pair of Trek big mountain riders had just one week to road trip through British Columbia, they knew they’d have to think outside the box to truly experience the region. Trek C3 Project’s Ryan “R-Dog” Howard and Trek… Read More ›
When they aren’t on the open road, The Free Radicals can be found in the woods riding and digging, all while spreading their love for trails at their favorite riding destinations. In the fall of 2019, after teaming up with… Read More ›
It’s hard to say what part of the late Jason Franz’s shop first catches the eye. Rows of skateboards, hanging wheels-out in a graffiti-style gallery? Bike tires suspended just above a workbench full of tools? Perhaps the race trophies peeking… Read More ›
• 33rd Annual Mudslinger Saturday April 4th • Bear Springs Trap May 3rd • Cascade Chainbreaker | Bend, Oregon | Presented by the Bend Endurance Academy May 9th • Coast Hills Classic | Newport, Oregon TBD • Sisters Stampede (Registration… Read More ›
Earlier this year we headed into the Gifford Pinchot National Forest with the entire company along with the guidance of @transcascadiaexcursions Lots of good times, shenanigans and shredding in this one!
