Friday Night Ride

FnR

For many, this is the highlight of the Portland electric riding scene.

It is a community-focused event that happens every Friday (since 2017!).

Please review the information below if you are thinking of coming out and joining us.

Standard Place & Time

• Waterfront Eastbank Esplanade. Meet @7, Roll @7:30.
• Midpoint departure 9-9:15 (from LuckyLab or Yellow Ribbon statue).
• Back by Tilikum Bridge before 10 (headed to Growler Guys in South Waterfront).

Do's and Don't

Dos:

1. Wear a Helmet: Crashes happen.
2. Stack at Lights when the leader does so: Allow the pack to sync up.
3. Ride Safe: Stay in groups, give space to maneuver and brake.
4. Have Riding Experience: At least ~100 miles.
5. Be Respectful to Each Other: Play nice with other riders. Be chill.
6. Be Respectful of Local Businesses: Follow their guidelines and clean up after yourself.
7. Plan Follow-up Rides: Meet other riders and plan smaller rides.
8. Keep The Stoke Alive: Honor Uno Wheeler's legacy.

Don'ts:

1. Don't Pass the Lead Rider: Especially when stacking at lights.
2. Don't Be Reckless: Don't pass fast, don't do wheelies, don't ride drunk.
3. Don't Ride on Sidewalks: Or block pedestrian traffic.
4. Don't Harass Vehicles or Split Lanes: Unless deemed safe.
5. Don't Perform Tricks: FNR is not the time for that.

This is a public ride and all riders join at their own risk.

By participating in the Friday Night Ride, you acknowledge that you will not hold any moderator or administrator responsible for anything that can or does happen as a result of your participation. Although we do our best to encourage everyone to be safe, it is in your best interest and your sole responsibility to wear all your riding gear, including your helmet, at all times. Any and all damages you may incur to your device or body are solely your responsibility. As a rider of a PEV, you know the dangers involved, so be safe out there and remember to ride within your comfort zone unless you're willing to pay the consequences.

If you decide to join us, we ask that you adhere to the following guidelines:

Wear a Helmet.

Crashes happen, so wear a helmet. If you don’t want to wear a helmet, please do so on your own time.

Do not pass the Lead Rider!

Doing so creates confusion, and riders will follow you and create chaos. Only pass in areas where you’re free to speed and know the next stop.

Stack at lights!

The leader will stop at numerous lights along the route to allow the pack to catch up and sync up with traffic lights. RESPECT THE STACK!

Ride Safe!

Friday rides are meant to be chill. It's a community-focused parade, not a race. Try to stay in groups and look out for one another, as it's more fun and safer that way. We recommend that experienced riders try to stay in back after each stop (as they can catch up easier).

Do not ride too close or in another rider’s blind spot. Give enough space to maneuver and brake.

When passing on the street, give enough room to do so safely. When passing in a tight area, make sure the rider in front of you acknowledges you before attempting to pass, and do so safely.

Do not ride on sidewalks or block pedestrian traffic. Do not harass vehicles or split lanes (unless the leader deems it safe as a group).

If you’re going to do tricks, do it in the back and away from other riders. Do not practice tricks and wheelies on the ride; do it on your own time and DO NOT BE A LIABILITY.

Have Riding Experience (~100 miles).

New riders are welcome, but it's not a good place for first-time riders or beginners. We ride all over downtown over many different roadways and traffic situations. We don't want to see anyone get hurt because they're focused on the basics and not the environment around them.

Be Respectful to Each Other.

There is a lot that could be said here; just remember that others may not share your interests or views. This is an event to come together over something we all agree is fun; let's not ruin it by being divisive or obnoxious. In short, please play nice with the other riders.

Be Respectful of Local Businesses.

Just be courteous and help us create a welcoming culture for our sport here in Portland. Follow their guidelines for smoking, vaping, music, and outside food or beverage (when in doubt, ask an employee). Clean up after yourself. If employees ask you to do something, don't argue. Tell a ride mod if you have an issue.

Plan Follow-up Rides.

Take a minute to meet other riders, learn about other devices, and plan a smaller ride that's more your speed with riders of similar interests and skill levels.

Appropriate Physical Contact

You should have someone’s consent before touching them. Unwelcome sexual attention. This includes, sexualized comments or jokes; inappropriate touching, groping, and unwelcome sexual advances.

Keep The Stoke Alive

We have had an impressive streak riding every Friday night dating back 7 years to the late great founder Mr. Robert David Cyders, aka: Uno Wheeler. It is up to us to carry on his legacy in the best possible light for as long as possible. Uno Wheeler is with us in spirit, blessing the ride and keeping us safe and secure. Legend has it, Uno Wheeler still rides the third leg. If you’re out late down by Oaks Bottom and feel a warm presence, or you catch a glimpse of yellow caution tape flowing in the wind or hear a faint "whoop whoop" around the Trail of Doom, just know that is our fearless and eternal leader Uno Wheeler riding the endless stoke that is the Friday Night Ride.

Thanks for reading, you rule!