Hey there,

We hope you’re enjoying March as Central Oregon transitions from heavy snowfall to cloudy days. Whether you've been riding Maston’s smooth trails, sneaking in some turns at McKenzie Pass, or patiently counting down the days till sunnier skies, we've got something here for you.

This month's Roundup is packed with exciting news, including fresh collaborations with Sisters Parks & Recreation, upcoming community rides, and plenty of opportunities to tune up your bike before spring officially kicks off. Plus, we'll catch you up on Oregon Timber Trail events, Women of COTA gatherings, and even share a PBS video showing Sisters as Oregon’s happiest town.

So kick back, or gear up, and let’s get rolling!

In This Edition:

📰 Shop Updates (Spring Deals & Trail Conditions)

🚌 Stagecoach Adventures is Shuttling (Skiing to Mountain Biking)

🆕 New SPRD Rides (Bike Maintenance Classes & Group Rides)

🎪 Bend Bike Fest (A Great Opportunity to Swap)

⛏️ COTA March Updates (Horse Butte Closure Info)

🏥 Dirty Freehub Webinar (Keeping the Wheels Rolling)

🌲 OTT March Updates (Upcoming Stewardship Events)

🎥 Must-Watch (PBS Highlights Sisters as Oregon's Happiest Town)

📰 Shop Updates

Trail Report

Cline, Maston, and Madras areas are running good! Just make sure to avoid the mud.

Peterson Ridge Trails (PRT) are mostly good, with a few muddy spots higher up—please ride carefully.

McKenzie Pass is accessible about 1000’ beyond the gate, but use caution due to unpredictable conditions. Spring is officially here, but knowing Central Oregon weather, that’s just a suggestion.

Service Queue

Service turnaround is at its best right now (3-5 business days by appointment). Remember, our previously announced price increase officially kicks in on April 1st—schedule your bike service now to avoid higher rates (no, this is not an April Fools Joke)!

To schedule a repair appointment with us please call (541) 719-1213.

Demo Bikes Are Rolling In

Our gravel bikes for the 2025 demo season have arrived and we’re starting the build process. With demo bikes, its not just a parking lot test ride, you can rent the bike for up to four days and apply the cost to any purchase of a new bike. Come on in if you want to try out a new gravel bike!

Demo Mountain bikes and E bikes are coming soon too!

Bike & Gear Sale

We still have fantastic deals on fat bikes, gravel bikes, and mountain bikes—but act fast, as prices will increase soon!

Plus, our clothing and accessory clearance is ongoing to make room for fresh spring arrivals in April.

Sisters Outlaws MTB Team

🚌 Stagecoach Adventures is Shuttling

Leave the winter driving, parking, and ticket lines behind—Stagecoach Adventures has your seat reserved for an unforgettable time at Hoodoo!

Offering Hoodoo shuttles from Sisters in the winter ($30 round trip, $20 for students) and biking and hiking shuttles in the summer!

Owned by locals Casey Meudt from Blazin’ Saddles and Henry Horrocks, also a lifelong bike industry guy, we are excited for partnership, providing next-level riding opportunities in and around Sisters that have never been offered before!

Book your ride to the mountain by visiting, www.stagecoachadventures.com!

Book Now!

🆕 New SPRD Rides

We’re thrilled to announce big new collaborations with SPRD this upcoming spring and summer!

Bike Maintenance Basics: Learn the essentials—fix a flat, clean your bike, lube your chain, and more!
- 4/8 (Tue, 6–7:30p) & 4/18 (Th, 6–7:30p), at Blazin Saddles
- Ages 12+ | Cost: $20 in district / $26 out of district

Group Rides: Join our fresh group ride format—each ride is on a special Saturday morning for mountain, gravel, road, and e-bike adventures.
- Peterson Ridge (MTB): 4/26 (Sa, 10a) & 6/14 (Sa, 10a)
- Green Ridge Road (Road): 5/10 (Sa, 10a)
- Black Butte Loop (Gravel, MTB): 5/17 (Sa, 10a)
- Green Ridge Trail (MTB): 6/7 (Sa, 10a) – Shuttle provided by Stagecoach
- Camp Polk to Cloverdale Road (Gravel, Road, Electric): 6/21 (Sa, 10a)

🎪 Bend Bike Fest 4/25 - 4/27

Learn More About Bend Bike Fest

⛏️ Central Oregon Trail Alliance March Updates

COTA Sisters Chapter Meeting 3/27 6:00PM
- Join us on Thursday, March 27, 2025, from 6–8 PM PDT at Blazin Saddles for our COTA Chapter Meeting. Let’s chat, share ideas, and plan for the riding season ahead.
Women of COTA Season Launch Party 4/1 6:30PM
- Join Women of COTA, Girl Get After It, and Title Nine for fitness, nutrition tips, and a fun night out. Space is limited—reserve your spot soon, and if you can’t make it, please cancel so someone else can join. BYOC (bring your own chair)!
Horse Butte Trail Closure 5/1
- The U.S. Forest Service is closing the Horse Butte area (34,600 acres) starting May 1, 2025, for wildfire risk reduction. This closure (lasting a year or more) affects Horse Butte, Bessie Butte, Boyd Cave, and nearby Forest Service roads. Ride while you can and learn more on the Forest Service website.

🏥 Dirty Freehub Webinar: Keeping the Wheels Rolling - Thriving as an Aging Cyclist

Join DF for an inspiring conversation with Kim Collier, a seasoned cyclist and fitness expert who proves the best rides of your life might still lie ahead! With over 30 years in the fitness industry, Kim brings an impressive array of expertise as a USA Level 2 Cycling Coach, Certified Personal Trainer, Nutrition and Lifestyle Coach, Restorative Exercise Specialist, and Functional Range Conditioning Mobility Specialist. Her own journey spans six decades—from childhood rides to ultra-endurance events. After back and hip issues forced a five-year break from cycling, Kim immersed herself in the science of human movement, rebuilding her strength from the ground up. Now at 65, she’s back stronger than ever and passionate about helping others avoid the “medical merry-go-round.”

Whether you’ve noticed recovery isn’t quite what it used to be, or you’re simply looking to maintain your cycling lifestyle, this candid discussion will reshape how you think about riding through the years. Discover practical strategies for working with (not against) your maturing body, from pre-ride routines to essential off-bike practices that keep you resilient. Learn to tune into your body’s signals, prevent nagging overuse injuries, and find new sources of joy in your riding journey. This webinar isn’t about slowing down—it’s about riding smarter and more sustainably. Join us to transform your approach to lifelong cycling!

🌲 Oregon Timber Trail March Updates

Upcoming Virtual Houses

Join 90-minute virtual open houses with panelists Sarah Konefal, Garrett Murphy, and Chris Wilson. They’ll cover everything from bike setup and ride prep to course navigation and adapting to changing trail conditions.

Sessions:

Tuesday, April 8th - sign up here
Thursday, April 24th - sign up here

New Gravel Route

The OTT Gravel Route stretches 550+ miles from Lakeview to Hood River, traversing Oregon’s remote high country east of the Cascades. With 70% unpaved roads and 30% easier trails or low-traffic pavement, it’s an isolated, challenging, and breathtaking ride.

Riders will follow rocky ridges, alpine lakes, and river crossings, passing through a few small communities. Unlike the original route, this version skips Oakridge, staying east of the Cascades.

Learn more about the new Gravel Route from CA to WA

Join 2025 Stewardship Projects

Help keep the Oregon Timber Trail riding smooth!

Fremont Stewardship Event #1: June 5–8 - learn more & sign up
Mt. Hood Stewardship Event: June 14–15 - learn more & sign up
Fremont Stewardship Event #2: June 26–29 - learn more & sign up

📺 Must Watch: All Across Oregon

PBS highlights Sisters, Oregon as the happiest town in the state! Produced by the Sisters Chamber and All Across Oregon, this episode features local businesses and community stories (including Blazin Saddles!).

Give it a watch to appreciate our little town on the big screen!

That’s all for the month’s Roundup! Thanks as always for being apart of our Central Oregon cycling community. With spring weather hopefully just around the bend, we're excited to see you out on the trails, at our group rides, or in the shop gearing up for another great season.

Cheers,

The Blazin Saddles Crew