Sunday, August 20, 2023
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Rescheduled for 9/16
Gateway Discovery Park, https://maps.app.goo.gl/XN58N9LL4R1z8pcK8
Moved to September date!
Pdx Nonbinary Collective
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Sun, Aug 20, 2023, 5:30 PM
Ride leaves @ 7:00
8:00 PM
Ride is a loop
Moved to SEPT 16!! Please read the PDX Open Letter that is linked below to understand our commitment to collective health. "Mask First. Then Helmet." is a pro-mask cycling crew coordinated through PDX Non-Binary Collective and organized with Disability Justice principles. This TWO-FEATURE EVENT invites pro-mask cyclists AND covid-conscious individuals to come together. To be honest, the ride is *NOT* our primary focus. Connection is. We use the Discord app to plan masked rides, year-round, and want to help more people feel confident while using that tool to build community... before the seasons starts to turn and isolation vibes increase again. Let's talk about it in a face-to-face setting where we can literally point to the problems, ask questions, and find solutions together! THEN comes the group ride! (departing at 7:00) We'll roll over to Gateway Green Park where there's a bunch of different bike trails to explore and return to Gateway Discovery Park after an hour or so. We can split up in the park and maintain connection through the group chat to safely coordinate our final departure. Headlights may be helpful closer to the end of this ride. WHAT TO BRING: • N95* or other high-filtration mask • Helmet • Headlight of some kind • A charged smart phone • Any seat or mobility device you may need • Hydration source & snack (optional) • Flat tire kit (optional) • First aid kit (optional) *extras available, for any who forget. Adaptive cycles, ebikes, mountain bikes, street bikes, and skateboards are all welcome to join. We take breaks whenever anyone requests a rest. One of our co-leads has a tow rope to assist with inclines. Please email us pdxnonbinaries@gmail.com ASAP for more info on how to find an ebike that meets your needs. Are people expected to ride bikes? Only if they want to! The group ride departs AFTER the skillshare has completed. We welcome AND ENCOURAGE sedentary, pro-mask locals (who want to learn about Discord) to show up @ Gateway Discovery Park @ 5:30pm. HOW IS THIS RIDE DIFFERENT FROM PREVIOUS MASKFIRST RIDES? 1. **Flexible length/intensity** Once we roll over to Gateway Greens Park, you can select which trail feels best matched for your skills, desires, & equipment. Want to go hard and fast to catch air? Go for it. Unsure? They have lots of jumps where you can FAFO. Prefer to stay more grounded and on something paved? Sounds great! The multi-use bike path runs parallel to the other trails. This masked group ride is designed to serve BOTH extreme and mellow thrill seekers. [The bike park itself is NOT ideal for skates, boards, or roller blades. A paved path runs alongside it.] 2. **Discord Server Chat** Will ride co-leads have all the answers? nope! We'll have a few experienced Discord users come to help out us novices, amateurs, and noobs. There's no obligation to join any specific servers, although the free lessons are easier to apply and embody with practice. Let's see if we can reduce the frustration that accompanies adapting to new systems. 3. **Covid-Conscious Gathering:** Your safety is our top priority (jk. This isn't new, it's OUR STANDARD). As pro-mask cyclists, we value the safety of all participants as well as the residents we ride past. We encourage folks to be vaccinated (whenever possible), test frequently, stay spread out to distances that feel safe for everyone, and PLEASE be masked when you arrive. Thank you! 4. **Family-Friendly and Inclusive:** "Gateway Connections" is an inclusive event, welcoming participants of all genders, orientations, ages, and skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned cyclist or a first-time rider, we invite you to join us in this celebration of camaraderie and playfulness. (All minors must have a legal guardian present. Only adults allowed in the MaskFirst discord server.) So, mark your calendars, invite your friends and family, and let's pedal, play, and laugh together on SEPTEMBER 16TH!
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