Woodinville Wine Ride

Event Description

Cruise through the heart of Woodinville Wine Country on the 7th annual Woodinville Wine Ride! The route travels through several winery districts on the northern side of Lake Washington, with riders utilizing the beautiful Sammamish River Trail and scenic low-traffic roads through Woodinville and its surrounding communities. Mini-stops along the route will feature a wine tasting and food sampling. Your return to the finish line rewards you with a party with a wine and beer garden, food trucks, and more! The ride this year puts a little "Odin" into "Woodinville" by starting and ending at Black Raven Brewery's Woodinville location, but there will still be plenty of vino from start to finish, only with the addition of beer as an option for those so inclined.

This event is a fundraiser for Cascade Bicycle Club's programming in advocacy, education, and community rides, such as the Major Taylor Project, Let's Go, Your Streets Your Say, and Pedaling Relief Project.

Registration

Registration opens: Tuesday, July 4 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific.

Registration closes: Thursday, Sept. 7 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific. 

Register by August 29 and your rider packet will arrive the week before the event.

Prices increase by $10 on August 30. If you register between August 30 and September 7, your packet is available at the start line.

Route support, souvenir, three drink tickets, and hearty snacks at the finish line included with registration. See details below.

Route

We encourage you to wait until the day before the event to download these maps to your preferred device for easy access on the day of the event. 

Printed cue sheets are available at the start line tents. The route is marked with navigational markings on the road surface.

Event Schedule

NOTE: We anticipate moving the schedule to start slightly later, to allow you time to digest your breakfast before starting on fine wine samples! Please check back for finalized course hours.

Parking

Parking will be available near Black Raven Brewery in Woodinville. 

Inclusion

Everyone is welcome at Cascade events. We are committed to celebrating and promoting diversity in the bicycling community. We aim to provide safe spaces at start lines, finish lines, and official rest stops. Read our commitment to anti-racism and our participant code of conduct and grievance policy.

We would like to acknowledge that our rides take place on native land. Our offices are located on the traditional land of the first people of Seattle, the Duwamish People past and present.

Food & Breaks

L'Ecole No. 41 & Montinore Estate: Redeem a tasting ticket at each.

Cougar Crest Winery: Redeem a tasting ticket.

Finish line: Redeem your full pour ticket here and enjoy hearty snacks included in your registration. A selection of food trucks will be available. We're currently finalizing plans for vegetarian and/or vegan options for meals.

Where to Stay

• Holly Creek Farmhouse B&B. 2 miles from the start line and bicyclist-friendly, with covered outdoor storage. Private baths with each room. Enjoy a full hot breakfast included in your stay.

Support During the Ride

This ride is supported by Cascade staff and volunteers. 

Support and gear (SAG) vehicles are present on the route and dispatched when you call the ride support hotline. SAG vehicles can transport you and most models of bikes in the event of a mechanical or minor medical event. You should always call 911 in a life-threatening emergency.

Outriders are volunteers in white, green, and black jerseys that ride on the route, assisting you with minor mechanical and minor medical issues, like cuts and scrapes, dispensing advice and directions, and helping you to Ride S.M.A.R.T. 

Mechanics are posted at the start line.

Weather

Early September weather is generally favorable, but be prepared for light winds and cooler temperatures in the morning. Bring a second layer and a rain jacket to be prepared for anything. 

Get your bike tuned up and in shape to ride in slick and rainy conditions. Bring front and rear lights, consider installing fenders, service your brakes, and clean your chain.

E-Bikes

Class 1 and 2 bikes are permitted on this ride, which uses multi-use trails.

Training

To help you prepare for this ride, you can check out our extensive schedule of Free Group Rides in the Puget Sound area. Find rides that fit your schedule and desired pace and distance.