Yes, I admit a little late but better than never.  We owe a BIG thanks to BendBroadband and COTA volunteers at the Cascade Classic Crit which netted in $1,100.  Special wahoo to Sonja Donohue of BendBroadband and Deschutes Brewery for the beer donation.  

Kirby Foundation donated $3000 - mucho gracias! 

Two major thumbs up to the following for their generous donations for the Event formerly known as Biketoberfest

REI, Strictly Organic, Deschutes Brewery, BikeYoga and Bad Boys BBQ. 

We were awarded a REI Grant for the East Redmond Trails Project (tentatively being called the Radlands) The Grant is for $10,000.

Now more than ever COTA needs your support - no matter what level you are able - to demonstrate the vast community backing for trail stewardship and mt. bike access advocacy. Please join or renew your membership today and get involved in YOUR trails!  JOIN NOW!

Share the trails! Sometimes there are others who are using trails the same time you are. There's lots of trail out there (and COTA is adding more every day) but encounters will happen. Remember it's like the grocery store check-out line, everyone has an equal turn. Most people are out there enjoying the trails for the sake of fun and recreation. Tough day at the office? Everyone has the same right to enjoy the trails as you do. Be friendly, this ain't New Yawk! This is Oregon, people! It actually feels good to say "hello" to other riders and runners! 

The 2012 edition of the official COTA Cycling Jersey is now available! It is a DH-style (loose fitting) technical jersey, made for us by Primal Wear and available as long sleeve or short sleeve, retailing for $65. You can find yours at

REI Bend, Sunnyside Sports, Hutch's Bicycles (two locations in Bend, one in Redmond), WebCyclery, and at Cog Wild.  Proceeds from sales of each jersey go back to COTA and to your trails! Show your support in style!

Check out the stylish jerseys!