FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where does the ride begin?
A. The registration table is located in the outdoor commons areas of Newberg High School.
Q. What time does registration open?
A. Registration opens at 5:30 am.
Q. What time does the course close?
A. All riders must be off the course by 6:00 pm.
Q. I am riding the 100 mile course. What is the latest time to start?
A. 8:00 am.
Q. Is the registration fee tax deductible?
A. A portion of the registration fee is tax deductible. Any additional donation is tax deductible.
Q. What time does the music start?
A. 1:00 pm at Newberg High School.
Q. Can my friends or family join me for the food and festivities after I ride?
A. Of course! Food for non-riders is $7.00 for adults and $4.00 for children under 12 years old.
Q. How do I register for the prize drawing?
A. We've done it for you! You are automatically entered when you register for the ride.
Q. What time are the prizes given out?
A. Prize give-aways start at 3:00 pm. The grand prize drawing for the new road bike is at 4:00 pm.
Q. I'm not riding, how do I volunteer?
A. Call 503-200-5105 or e-mail Volunteer@JoyRx.org.
Q. I am a volunteer. Do I get to join in the food and festivities?
A. Yes, and thank you for your help!
Q. Where will the party be?
A. At the finish line!
Q. Where does the ride begin?
A. The registration table is located in the outdoor commons areas of Newberg High School.
Q. What time does registration open?
A. Registration opens at 5:30 am.
Q. What time does the course close?
A. All riders must be off the course by 6:00 pm.
Q. I am riding the 100 mile course. What is the latest time to start?
A. 8:00 am.
Q. Is the registration fee tax deductible?
A. A portion of the registration fee is tax deductible. Any additional donation is tax deductible.
Q. What time does the music start?
A. 1:00 pm at Newberg High School.
Q. Can my friends or family join me for the food and festivities after I ride?
A. Of course! Food for non-riders is $7.00 for adults and $4.00 for children under 12 years old.
Q. How do I register for the prize drawing?
A. We've done it for you! You are automatically entered when you register for the ride.
Q. What time are the prizes given out?
A. Prize give-aways start at 3:00 pm. The grand prize drawing for the new road bike is at 4:00 pm.
Q. I'm not riding, how do I volunteer?
A. Call 503-200-5105 or e-mail Volunteer@JoyRx.org.
Q. I am a volunteer. Do I get to join in the food and festivities?
A. Yes, and thank you for your help!
Q. Where will the party be?
A. At the finish line!
Items to Bring with You
* Shoes
* Socks
* Shorts
* Jersey
* Gloves
* Helmet
* Sunglasses
* Light weight jacket
* Sunscreen
* Spare Tube
* Pump
Before you leave
* Lube your chain
* Put air in the tires
* Fill your water bottle
Don't worry! If you need last minute help, a bicycle mechanic will be on duty at the start line.
Navigating the Ride
The entire ride is marked with symbols to guide you. The symbols are painted on the road and tell you to go straight or turn left or right. Here's what they look like:
The entire ride is marked with symbols to guide you. The symbols are painted on the road and tell you to go straight or turn left or right. Here's what they look like:
Right Turn: Left Turn: Straight:
Follow only marks that have the Vine Ride "VR" inside the circle. Other
rides may cross our route but will not be marked with the "VR" initials
in the center.
