Memorial Day Weekend Rides

[nscrbug]

Today I did a nice, casual 32 miles with DH this morning AFTER I had put in a full 3.5 hour gym workout....whew! Saturday & Sunday we will head out at 6:30am for longer rides, provided the weather cooperates. Monday is supposed to be near 90, so we will likely be on the road by 6am...maybe even get in a century...so we'll see.

[chryss]

I rode 23 miles yesterday -- 9 during lunch break (an errand + lunch) and then a short 14 with the cycle club. That was short, even for our leisurely group, but it had a challenging hill in it, sort of a rite of passage for each new member. I'm a bit embarrassed because here in Alaska, summer has sprung big time, so I'm out all the time with various recreational activities, especially fishing, and also Memorial Day weekend is when you plant your garden. I have herbs and some little flowers, my partner is going to take care of vegetables in the bigger rows. But I do want to ride, maybe a long flat ride to the end of the valley. Getting one > 30 mile ride would be great, plus a shorter one.

[evangundy]

Better late posting it than not at all. If you're in the Portland area this weekend, stop on by and say hi. I'll most likely be at the registration table both mornings and then trackside, counting laps, during the races. I might get to ride in one or two of them, but I'm not sure yet. Depends on how many helpers I have.
If I don't see you, have a wonderful, long weekend!
Edna

Oregon Human Powered Vehicles Presents:
The 12th Annual Human Power Challenge (HPC)

The event will be held on Memorial Day Weekend, May 28 & 29, 2011 at Portland International Raceway (PIR) in Portland, Oregon. This unique event has a large variety of racing formats. Rider skills and strengths will be challenged as they compete in any or all of the following:
Individual Time Trial
1/8 Mile Drag Race
Auto Cross Speed & Agility Course
200 Meter All Out Speed Test
Mass Start Road Race
Short Track Curvy Road Race
Come see regular human powered street vehicles racing, as well as the premier king of speed, the Streamliner. This vehicle holds the distinction of holding every world record for timed distances and ultimate speed. All this HPV (Human Powered Vehicle) racing nirvana takes place on a world class Indy car race track, the Portland International Raceway. This smooth surface course has two feet of elevation change over a two mile, multi cornered, racing loop. Coupled with a large infield area where other racing activities are conducted, the PIR facility is more than accommodating, it's unrivaled!
The Human Power Challenge is happily more than just a race filled weekend - it has culminated into being one of the most festive social gatherings for the recumbent and HPV clan. We do like to spend lots of time chatting, while gazing at the variety of vehicles present, while telling outrageous tales. That being said, folks bring (and are encouraged to do so!), all types and varieties of HPV steeds, be they professionally manufactured or home-built creations. Some of the concoctions dreamed up by those pioneers are simply awe inspiring. We can only say WOW and bring it on!
We also invite and host businesses that represent products and services conducive to the positive promotion of our community. Vendors are welcome to display their services. Please contact the HPC committee for details on attending the event.
HPV racing is not the only activity featured at the Human Power Challenge. In conjunction with our event, the Electrathon America folks hold an annual race that features small electric powered aerodynamic vehicles that demonstrate the skills and talents of high school and adult pioneers of alternative transportation. These vehicles are designed to optimize electric power, capturing engineering skills that must procure an end result of both endurance and speed. This event is exciting and inspirational, "at the flick of a switch."
Come and experience a degree of camaraderie and racing that few events have attained, or hope to. Admission is free for spectators, so come cheer your favorite racers to victory. We invite you to come and get "bent" with us, to be a part of theHUMAN POWER CHALLENGE!
More details concerning any of the exciting HPC events and general race information are available at the OHPV website http://ohpv.org/HPC/index.html then follow the links to the appropriate area of interest. Any persons or teams interested in participating in this exciting event can receive further information by sending an email to pirhumanpower@comcast.net