1. THANKS FOR RIDING!

Thank you for joining us on the seventh annual Worst Day of the Year Ride! Wasn't that great? Over 2,000 of you showed up to ride - even knowing it might be raining buckets.  We'd like to also thank the 150 volunteers who helped make the ride happen, especially Course Marshal Miss Worst Day of the Year Ride (self-awarded) at NE 52nd and Sandy.

By having fun - by riding your bike, drinking hot chai, eating doughnuts (don't pretend you didn't) and enjoying hot soup at the finish line - you helped raise funds to support the Community Cycling Center's bicycle programs for low income youth.

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2. HOW BAD WAS IT?

Okay, time to dish it out - how bad was it?  You were prepared for a downpour, so how did the day pan out for you? 

How did the WDYR get to be so great? It is because of feedback from riders like you.  Every year we ask riders for feedback - then we really listen.  Please take a minute to give us your feedback with this short survey. Your feedback will help us continue to make this the best winter ride in Portland.
QUICK AND EASY - CLICK HERE!

3. PHOTOS AND FUN FACTS

* Best costumes:
The Killer Bees, Tropical Dream (they handed out treats!), Cow Belles.
* Attendance: 2,200 cyclists
* Average annual rainfall in Portland: 36.3"
* Total miles ridden: 47,500
* Gallons of soup served: 200+
* Drum beats by the Last Regiment: 81,000

4. SHARE THE BIKE LOVE

The Community Cycling Center is thankful for your support. Here's a message from the hardworking staff of the CCCC:

You did it! You kicked the year off right, braving a *few* raindrops to tour our lovely city on a not-so-sunny Sunday.   We appreciate your hardiness and sense of adventure. You helped us raise more than $10,000 for our programs for low-income youth and adults! Thank you!

In addition to our bike shop and volunteer projects, we also offer programs to help children, families, and women to learn how to be safe and confident bicyclists .

• Summer Bike Camp
• Family Cycling
• Women's Urban Cycling

We are committed to making our programs accessible regardless of family income.   Thanks to everyone for riding and making donations. You help us achieve our mission of broadening access to bicycling and its benefits.
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5. Our partners are the best!

Worst Day of the Year Ride just wouldn't happen without support from some outstanding local businesses. They've shared their support; now let's share some love back. Some of our partners are offering special deals for Worst Day of the Year Ride participants...read below and see more on our website.

Thank you! Laughing Planet Cafe for the scrumptious soups and focaccia bread. Visit them at one of their four Portland locations for more tasty nutritious fare.

David Todd of Roots Realty! If you're considering buying or selling a home, contact David at Roots Realty for the holistic home and community connection.  David is offering one hour of free eco consulting to WDYR participants.

Bike Gallery, REI and CCC for the tremendous on-course support!

Gorge Delights for the JustFruit bars, available at New Seasons, Wild Oats and Whole Foods and online.

Pioneer Organics. Worst Day of the Year Ride participants get $15 off their first delivery of organic produce and natural groceries with the code WorstDay. For more information or to signup visit their website or call 1.877.632.3424

Dave's Killer Bread - all organic and sold at New Seasons, Fred Meyer, Whole Foods and most places natural foods are sold. Find a full list, and sign up for updates on new locations on their website.

Fun Reflector for the designer umbrella-shaped reflectors!

Zipcar for course support vehicles. Check out their special deal for Worst Day of the Year Ride participants - discounted annual fee and a $35 driving credit!

Nossa Familia Coffee and Dragonfly Chai for keeping our insides warm and happy!

ORbike, Trek/VW, and the Lucky Lab Brew Pub.

6. THE WEATHER REPORT