This winter season, let’s celebrate water. Let’s make space for the elemental powerhouse that churns, carves, and energizes the symbiotic interminglers among us. After all, we are about 65% composed of the stuff, and the Puget Sound in particular produces vortex energy punctuated by the land mass sentinels interspersed throughout it. We live in an area with over 2500 miles of shoreline between the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Olympia. We are fortunate that our maritime habitat allows us a full season of cleansing and renewal. Here are 3 island rides that embody island riding in the PNW, but with tasty twists that are imbued with adventure and discovery. As standalone rides, they are each distinct and curate a selection of cuts and peculiar throughways. Feel free to join on the day of, or save the routes for when the world is an oyster.
Upcoming
- Fauntlaroy Ferry Terminal (map)
A gravel and trail-centric tour de plant-based features of Vashon Island. Easily overlooked and seldom seen portals ensure full immersion and big ole smiles. This is medium-large endeavor with nary a side quest ignored. The route includes a Dockton trail session that may or may not be extended, pending day-of... read more
Public RideSteady (12-14 mph)15+ milesOff-road (Significant unpaved sections)Occasional regroupsRoadGravelMountainCyclocrossMixed-terrain4 - Mukilteo Ferry Landing, get on the 8am ferry for Clinton (map)
For the main course in our winter series, a Mighty Burger. Mostly Whidbey Island rollers, with a hunger for spicy side quests- we'll roll up thru Langley to immerse ourselves in the Putney Woods trail system. There's much more there than we'll have time for, so we'll push on to... read more
Public RideSteady (12-14 mph)15+ milesRolling (Climbs are short and easy, not too numerous)Frequent regroupsRain or shineRoadGravelCyclocross7
