The OAS Breaking Barriers Blog
Athlete Spotlight: Kade Wicklow
October 12, 2023 – 3:58 pm
Written by: Dave Nichols Introduction Four years ago we moved into a new one-level house across town in SW Portland. Since the move, neighbors have been mistaking me for one […]
Cycle Oregon Classic 2023 Trip Report
September 21, 2023 – 12:56 pm
OAS was able to support 4 athletes for the 2023 Cycle Oregon Classic! Cycle Oregon is a multi-day supported road ride through Oregon’s most iconic bike routes. OAS supported from […]
Senate bill 420
September 6, 2023 – 4:23 pm
by Dave Nichols “Senate Bill 420 has passed. Governor Tina Kotek has signed it into law!” I exclaim. “Neat”, you might say. “What exactly is SB 420?” “It’s a bill […]
Purchasing your own equipment
July 7, 2023 – 3:51 pm
by David Nichols I am proud to announce that I am continuing to improve! Last week was a big week , a major milestone has been reached, I was able […]
A Wheelchair Accessible Bend, Oregon Travel Guide
April 26, 2023 – 12:16 pm
Cory Lee a a prominent blogger/influencer was flown out from Georgia to be a keynote speaker for the Oregon Governor’s Conference. Cory is an avid world traveler who has been […]
Ski For Life
February 27, 2023 – 12:02 pm
Challenges that life brings us daily and skiing often have parallels. We invite you to ascend with us to the Ski For Life program to see the similarities: The Ski […]
Room to Grow
December 27, 2022 – 11:52 am
With enormous gratitude to Ken and the entire Kumlin Family, we are honored to share Ken’s story, “Room to Grow.” At Oregon Adaptive Sports, we believe everyone should have access […]
Five years of persistence & determination!
December 13, 2022 – 9:50 am
Donate Now Your support makes stories like Dave’s possible. Please consider making a year-end donation to support OAS. by Dave Nichols: Dear OAS Community: Just over five years ago I […]
These are the days — OAS winter activities are here at last!
November 18, 2022 – 10:57 am
Written by Dave Nichols Van Morrison’s classic anthem “These are the days” is playing through his headphones. He can’t believe this day has finally come. OAS has made his dream […]
We ain’t done yet!
September 9, 2022 – 4:56 pm
Written by Dave Nichols I can’t believe it. Labor Day has already come and gone, so too have the summer programs offered by Oregon Adaptive Sports. College football is here! […]
Comparing the Different Types Adaptive Mountain Bikes at OAS
July 15, 2022 – 10:53 am
Compiled by: Dave Nichols Are you ready for some fun? Come biking this summer with OAS. They have the experience, equipment and the know-how to get you past obstacles along […]
10 reasons to participate this summer with OAS!
May 20, 2022 – 10:40 am
by David Nichols, May 24th, 2022 Hello, my name is Dave Nichols. Four years ago, I suffered a traumatic brain injury (TBI) while rock climbing near Leavenworth, Washington. As a […]
