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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I get to the start?A: All routes start and end at River Forks County Park, just 7 miles from the Interstate 5, exit 129 interchange in Roseburg, OR.
Q: What time do the rides start?
A: See the chart below to plan your arrival and departure times.
| Route | Begin your ride between these times
| Registration opens
| 15 mile
| 10:00am group start
| 9:00am | | 30 mile | 9:00am - 10:00am
| 8:30am | | 50 mile | 8:30am - 9:30am
| 8:00am | | 75 mile | 8:00am - 9:00am | 7:30am | | 100 mile | 7:30am - 8:00am | 7:00am |
After you finish your ride, plan to spend some time at the Umpqua Valley Wine, Art & Music Festival which is located on the Umpqua Community College campus.
Q: What are the roads like?
 A: Excellent! You'll be mostly riding on rural roads with very light traffic and good surfaces. The routes have a few miles of roads with medium traffic, but there are generous shoulders. In addition to maps and cue sheets, the roads will be marked with arrows on the pavement. The 15 mile route will have ride leaders along the way to be sure new riders have a good experience.
Q: How do I get to the optional vineyards on each route?
A: All routes will have opportunities to see vineyards AND visit wineries (with tasting rooms) without leaving the pavement. If you wish to visit more wineries, they are listed as OPTIONAL on the cue sheets  and are located a short distance off the main route. Most of the vineyard entrances are 0.5 miles or less, but they do have unpaved driveways. (The route sheets will have exact information.) Many riders will have no problem riding to these wineries, but if you're riding a bike with very narrow tires, you might want to walk. In each case you will be rewarded with amazing views and an up close experience in the vineyards....plus there are tasting rooms at each winery if you're so inclined!
Q: How do I get some wine back home?
 A: There are three wineries within one mile of your starting and ending location, so it's convenient to pick up some wine on your way home. You can also visit the Umpqua Valley Wine, Art & Music Festival (just 7 miles away at the Interstate 5, exit 129 interchange) where you can buy wine from any of the vineyards you visited along the ride. (Admission to the festival is extra but a discount coupon is provided) Q: What should I bring?
A: Before you come, be sure to check out your bike to insure it's in good working condition. Bring your approved safety helmet, a water bottle or hydration pack, a photo ID and your cell phone. Although flat tires are rare, bring your repair kit so if you get a flat it won't ruin your ride. We'll have bike mechanics on hand to help.
 Q: Can my children ride? What does it cost for them?
A:
Children from the same family under the age of 18 ride FREE when
accompanied by a parent or guardian. We want this to be a fun and
successful experience for your child, so please be sure that they have
ridden the proposed distance before, their bike is in good working
condition, and of course that they have an approved safety helmet.
 Q: How about tandems?A: We welcome tandem riders, and because you're a special team we'll give you a special deal: Just register the captain, and the stoker can ride for FREE! When you come to registration, let us know that you have a stoker riding, and we'll just ask you to sign in on the waiver form.
Q: What can my non-riding spouse or friend do while I ride?
A: The Umpqua Valley Wine, Art & Music Festival is located only 7 miles away.
The activities start at 11:00am and last all day. There are many other great things to see and do in Roseburg. Click here.
Q: What overnight accommodations are available?
A: Whether you're looking for hotels, RV parks or campgrounds, our Roseburg Visitor's Center website can assist you in finding overnight accommodations of your choosing: http://www.visitroseburg.com/lodging/hotels_motels.php
Q: How will the proceeds from this ride be used?
A: All proceeds from the 2012 Vineyard Tour will be used to support local Roseburg non-profit organizations, including:
- Rotary Club
- YMCA of Douglas County
- Local High School bike club
If you have any additional questions, please send them to us by clicking here. Thank you!
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