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Join us for the 2025 Blackberry bRamble, a cherished cycling event celebrating community, adventure, and the joy of riding! Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist or looking for a fun, social ride, the bRamble offers a route for everyone, plus an exciting post-ride celebration.⸻
What to Expect:
🌿 A New Venue – Alton Baker Park
This year, we’re excited to host the bRamble at Alton Baker Park in partnership with the City of Eugene. This scenic location provides plenty of space, shade, and a welcoming atmosphere for cyclists of all levels.
🚲 Bike Valet Service – Thanks to Cascade Mobility, we’re offering a free Bike Valet so you can fully relax after your ride, knowing your bike is safe!
🚴♂️ Route Options
Choose from 100, 75, 60, 40, or 20-mile routes, each showcasing the stunning Willamette Valley and its quiet, cyclist-friendly roads. View the route details here.
🎉 Post-Ride Celebration
After crossing the finish line, enjoy a complimentary slice of Marionberry Pie from Mom’s Pies and Ice Cream from Prince Puckler’s—the perfect way to cap off your ride!
The post-ride meal will be catered by Café Yumm!, serving their delicious, nourishing bowls to help you refuel.
And for those looking to toast the ride, we’re thrilled to announce a special beer collaboration between Claim 52 and Oakshire Brewing—an exclusive brew available only at the bRamble celebration!
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Community Partnerships & Special Features
🏁 Timed Hill Climb with Twilight Operations
We’ve partnered with Twilight Operations, a nonprofit race group in Eugene, to offer a timed hill climb segment during the bRamble. The additional registration fee goes directly to supporting Twilight Ops and their work in fostering a vibrant cycling community. More details will be available at packet pick-up.
🗺️ Quest by Cycle
Make your ride even more fun with a special Quest by Cycle game designed just for the Blackberry bRamble! Complete family-friendly challenges along the route, earn points, and celebrate cycling in a whole new way.
🚴♀️ Butt’s on Bikes (Community Route Only)
We’re excited to partner with Bob Rides for a community-led addition to the bRamble! Join the Bob Rides mass start at 11 AM and ride together along the bRamble Community Route, stopping at Clearwater Landing for refreshments and snacks. Follow @bobridesoregon on Instagram for updates!
🚲 Free PeaceHealth Bike Rentals
Need a bike for the ride? PeaceHealth Rides is offering free ride-share bikes for the event! Just mention you need one at packet pick-up or event registration, and we’ll get you rolling.
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🎉 Kickoff Party at Oakshire Brewing!
Start the bRamble excitement early at the Kickoff Party at Oakshire Brewing!
📅 Date: [Insert Date]
📍 Location: Oakshire Brewing, Eugene, OR
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Register for the bRamble or sign up to volunteer, and GEARs will buy you a beer as a thank-you! Come celebrate, meet fellow riders, and get pumped for the event.
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Supporting the Cycling Community
The Blackberry bRamble is organized by Greater Eugene Area Riders (GEARs), and proceeds go directly toward GEARs’ grant program, which supports grassroots cycling initiatives that promote growth, accessibility, and sustainability in the local cycling community.
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🔥 Air Quality Consideration
Your safety is our priority. We will monitor air quality leading up to the event. If the AQI exceeds 150, the event will be canceled. In that case, you’ll have the option to reschedule, request a refund, or receive credit for next year’s event.
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📩 Stay Connected & Register Today!
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @eugenegears for updates on rides, events, and all things bRamble!
📧 Questions? Contact us at [email protected].
We can’t wait to ride with you at the 2025 Blackberry bRamble!
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Alton Baker Park, 200 Day Island Rd,Eugene, Oregon, United States
