Crest the Cascades offers cyclists spectacular ride
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Jerry Baldock
Cyclists crested the Cascades in a ride over Highway 242 in support of Sisters Park & Recreation District on Saturday.
More than 50 cyclists started a journey on Saturday at the Sisters Park & Recreation District (SPRD) Coffield Center and rode the Oregon Scenic Bikeway over Highway 242 to the top of the old McKenzie Pass last weekend in the annual Bjarne Holm Crest the Cascades event.
Some riders went as far west as Camp Yale on the west end of the highway.
Crest the Cascades returned to Sisters last weekend after riders took a year off due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Hosted by SPRD, the cycling event brings together friends, families, and fellow cyclists to experience some of the most majestic views in Central Oregon.
This year’s event brought many local riders, who were thrilled for the return of Crest the Cascades. In addition, it also drew people from all over the Pacific Northwest, including many from Portland and Washington. As riders gathered to share stories of previous events that saw snow, hail, and more, they were grateful for the pristine weather that greeted them the morning of June 19. While it was a hot day in Sisters, the higher temperatures and low winds made for a spectacular ride and even better views.
Established in 2010, the Crest the Cascades ride was originally created as a fund-raiser for projects on the Deschutes National Forest. It has since been renamed in memory of Bjarne Holm, who passed away after serving the Sisters community for many years as a dedicated ride volunteer.
With the support of Sisters Chamber of Commerce and Sisters Trail Alliance, SPRD began hosting this event in 2016 with funds now going to support district activities in beautiful Sisters Country.
For more information about SPRD and upcoming events, visit www.sistersrecreation.com or call 541-549-2091.
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