Kickoff Ride
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This event features a family-friendly group ride through NE Portland with stops for speeches by local organizations, merchandise sales and pick up, and distribution of ride leader pennants. Attendees can enjoy live and DJ music, bike maintenance support, poster distribution, and opportunities to spread the word about related rides. Volunteers will assist with affixing pennants and maintaining cleanliness, and a picnic is encouraged at the final stop.
Hear short speeches from local organizations and ride leaders
Pick up pre-ordered merch, try on shirts for the second preorder, or buy pennants and stickers on site with volunteer help for affixing pennants
Complimentary hand sewn and printed pennants for ride leaders
Posters available for distribution around the city
Music by DJ Enso at start and end parks
Bike repairs by experienced volunteer and new DIY maintenance group
Entertainment roaming the event
Live send-off music by brass band
Route developed by a parent-child team with community support
On-site collection of recyclables and trash
Information and guides about rides available; attendees encouraged to promote their events
Bring food and blanket to relax and watch sunset at the final spot
Family friendly ride through NE Portland ending at Grant Park