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<\/span>It\u2019s the middle of August, Labor Day is just around the corner, and there are still some great bike rides coming up!\u00a0 <\/span>If you want to get the biggest bang for your pedal power, sign up for one or more these rides.\u00a0 <\/span>They support the statewide advocacy and education work that the Bicycle Alliance does, so not only will you be getting a healthy workout but you\u2019ll also support a safer and friendlier biking environment.<\/span> <\/div>\n
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RAPSody \u2013 Ride Around Puget Sound<\/span><\/b><\/a><\/a>on August 27-28.\u00a0 <\/span>With 170 miles of rolling hills, RAPSody is challenging fun.\u00a0 <\/span>Organized by BIKES of Snohomish County, Capital Bicycling Club, Cyclists of Greater Seattle, Tacoma Wheelmen Bicycle Club and West Sound Cycling Club, all proceeds from this ride benefit Washington Bikes.\u00a0 <\/span>Registration closes this Friday, August 19<\/i><\/b>.<\/span><\/div>\n
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PROS \u2013Perimeter Ride of Seattle<\/b> <\/a>on September 5.\u00a0 <\/span>PROS offers a challenging and scenic course with lots of hills and views.\u00a0 <\/span>The full route is 80 miles with 4500\u2019 of gain, and a shorter 56-mile option is available.\u00a0 <\/span>Organized by the Cyclists of Greater Seattle and all donations benefit the Bicycle Alliance..<\/div>\n
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People\u2019s Coast Classic<\/b><\/a>, September 11-16.\u00a0 <\/span>This 6-day event is a benefit for the Arthritis Foundation and travels along the scenic coast of Oregon.\u00a0 <\/span>This tour averages 50-70 miles each day, with rest stops and activities along the way.<\/div>\n
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Cycle the WAVE<\/b><\/a> on September 18.\u00a0 <\/span>This event ride is \u00a0<\/span>non-competitive and for women only.\u00a0 <\/span>All riding levels welcome, from the 25-mile Girly Girl to the 62-mile metric century with lots of climbs.\u00a0 <\/span>The ride starts and ends in Issaquah and benefits domestic violence programs.<\/div>\n
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WaCanId (International Selkirk Loop) Ride<\/b><\/a>, September 20-24.\u00a0 <\/span>This scenic 5-day ride is fully supported and benefits 7 local rotary clubs.\u00a0 <\/span>The ride traverses around and through the acclaimed International Selkirk Loop route through Washington, Idaho and British Columbia.\u00a0 <\/span>Ride is limited to 150 riders starting in two locations (Sandpoint, ID or Nelson, BC).<\/div>\n
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