Clothing update: We will not get the jerseys until late August.  If you ordered t-shirts only, you can expect them in mid-to-late August. However, if your order includes a jersey, you will not receive anything until early-to-mid September.

NWTR 2006 photos are available at http://www.smugmug.com/gallery/1621302.

You can order prints or click on the “save photo” link under the photos to download the original file. Email brian@cripe-family.com with comments or questions about the photos.

The Mid Valley Bicycle Club is proud to be the hosts of Northwest Tandem Rally 2006. We would like to invite you to consider visiting Corvallis and join us in pedaling some of the most scenic roads in western Oregon. The Rally HQ will be Corvallis High School (directions).

Corvallis, meaning "Heart of the Valley," is nestled in the green, fertile Willamette Valley in Oregon. The area enjoys mild temperatures and has easy access to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade Mountains, the high desert of Eastern Oregon along with the big city amenities (and airports) of Portland and Eugene. Summer days are pleasantly warm and perfect for cycling, with an average maximum temperature of 80 degrees from July through August.

Corvallis is among 14 cities recently recognized by the League of American Bicyclists for being one of the most bike-friendly communities in the country by accommodating bicyclists and encouraging residents to bike for transportation and recreation. The city received one of two gold-level awards. The proceeds from NWTR 2006 will go towards the continuing support of the bicycle education program in the local community schools.

The routes will be varied for all levels of riders, including flat riding on some of the shorter routes and also offering hills for the tandem teams looking for some very nice longer and scenic rides. This rally is definitely one not to be missed and we will hope that you consider extending your visit in Corvallis to explore some of the self-guided routes that will be offered and to also enjoy the July 4 holiday festivities, Red White & Blues Riverfront Festival. There is just so much to see and do here in the Willamette Valley!

View photos from the Corvallis area