Made it into Portland yesterday, riding a good part of the 42 miles from Cascade Locks on either a separated bike path or the Historic Columbia River Highway (photo above). The previous day’s ride of 40 miles from The Dalles to Cascade Locks had been primarily along the Interstate, so getting off of the Interstate yesterday was a welcome relief.
Along the Historic Highway there are numerous State Parks at the many beautiful waterfalls. Lots of tourists enjoying the beautiful day … also lots of cars and trolleys along the road. Pretty nice ride, though. Interestingly enough, there were maybe a dozen E-Bike riders on what I believe were rental bikes. Nice alternative means for getting people out of their cars at attractions such as this. I did feel some resentment when they easily passed me on climbs,though.
So, this ride is over, as is my more than a decade of self-contained bike touring … a little sad, but happy at the same time.
I am taking the train to Eugene today and will have the bike shipped back to Tucson. All of my camping gear and touring panniers will be left behind with some non-profits. I got a lot of years and a lot of miles out of these items, but feels good to pass them onto others.
Tucson calls … be home soon.
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