Cycling
OAS offers community cycling programs and support for cycling events for a wide range of people with disabilities throughout Central Oregon. Our staff and volunteers are trained to work with adaptive cycling equipment including trained tandem captains for riders with visual impairments.
Come ride with OAS for one of our community cycling programs, listed below, from June through September! To view the cycling schedule and register in advance, please visit our Events Page.
Athlete RegistrationAdaptive Cycling Programs
Let’s ride! OAS is hosting several weekly cycling sessions mid-June through mid-September. This is a great way to demo a variety of adaptive cycles, improve your fitness, and enjoy riding with friends and family. Athletes will have access to the two-mile paved loop, with alternative routes at and around Pine Nursery Park. All experience levels are welcome!
Bike Nights
Dates: Wednesdays, June 17th – September 23rd (no program Sept 2)
Time: 4:00 PM -7:00 PM | Show up anytime between 4 PM and 6 PM to start your ride!
Location: Pine Nursery Park | 3750 NE Purcell Blvd, Bend, OR 97701 (Middle Parking Lot – look for the OAS trailers at the very end of the parking lot)
Rise and Ride
Dates: Saturdays, June 20th – September 19th (no program July 4th, July 11th, Aug 29th, Sept 5th)
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Show up anytime between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM to start your ride!
Location: Pine Nursery Park | 3750 NE Purcell Blvd, Bend, OR 97701 (Middle Parking Lot – look for the OAS trailers at the very end of the parking lot)
Community Rides & Open Hours
Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 16th – Sept 24th
Times: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Show up anytime between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM to start your ride!
Location: Pine Nursery Park | 3750 NE Purcell Blvd, Bend, OR 97701 (Middle Parking Lot – look for the OAS trailers at the very end of the parking lot)
To Register:
GROUPS: email info@oregonadaptivesports.org
INDIVIDUALS: Simply drop in, no registration needed
Gravel Club Rides
OAS Bike Club hosts group gravel rides for adaptive cyclists of a range of abilities. Routes combine single track and dirt road, guided by trained volunteers committed to safety, inclusion, and an exceptional outdoor experience. Riders should have some prior experience on an aMTB or gravel bike. If you’re new to aMTB, we recommend starting with a private lesson to build foundational skills before joining the group. Whether you’re building confidence on the bike or looking to explore new terrain, these rides are designed to meet you where you are. Please inquire about adaptive bike availability and if this activity is a right fit for you by contacting info@oregonadaptivesports.org
Dates: Every other Thursday, June 11th – September 17th (June 11 & 25, July 9 & 23, Aug 6 & 20, Sept 3 & 17)
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Meet at OAS Headquarters, 345 SW Cyber Dr Ste #103, Bend OR 97702
Adaptive Equipment
Adaptive sports are a unique experience for each individual. The following information is intended to give you a broad understanding of the adaptive disciplines we instruct and some of the equipment that is used in each of them. There are many adaptations and variations within each discipline.
Adaptive Cycling Equipment
Adaptive On-Road Handcycles and Recumbents
Handcycles work well for those athletes with limited leg strength or mobility. The pedals usually operated by the legs/feet are designed so that they be operated by the hands/arms instead. These bikes are usually configured in a recumbent or sitting position.
OAS On Road Fleet Includes:
Freedom Ryder FRH-1
Top End Force 2
Top End Excelerator
Top End Excelerator XLT
Kids – Quickie
Tandem Bike
A tandem cycle is a cycle built for two individuals where the “captain” pilots the tandem bicycle, typically managing the steering and brakes. The “stoker” assists with pedaling. Tandem bikes are a good option for people with visual impairments or disabilities affecting balance.
OAS Fleet Includes:
Trek T900
Santana Sovereign
Hase Pino (recumbent in front)
Burley Tandem
