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November 6, 2011 Overall Rating
 5 of 5
Aerobic Difficulty
 4 of 5
Technical Difficulty
 3 of 5
Ridden Trail:
Ridden Once
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Reviewed by: sirons13
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Weekend Warrior Summary:
I managed to squeeze in a ride of McKinsey just before a winter storm last week. As most recommend I hired a shuttle for a drop off near Clear Lake. Given I was riding alone and starting relatively late in the day I opted to take the easier of the two options around the lake to start the trail. Despite the elevation drop of nearly 2,000 ft over the 26 miles it has decent amount of climbing as well as technically challenging areas... especially when it is wet and slick which is probably the norm for this trail. But the highlight of this trail has to be scenery. Even when you aren't near the river or water falls you are in some of the most beautiful woods imaginable. Moreover, you can go miles and miles without seeing a single person. Recommended Route:
Take the shuttle to the top. After descending past Clear Lake you'll cross over the highway, 126 I think. Once you do this you'll come across a bridge and it looks like you can ride on either side of the river. Go across the bridge to avoid riding on the side that is better suited for hikers (more stairs). Give yourself 5 hours as you'll want to stop many times to take in the scenery. Also, it is a long ride. Don't be fooled into thinking it is all downhill. Other recommended trails in the same area:
Although I didn't do it this time I would think that the ride around Clear Lake (taking in the Lava Fields on the far side of the lake) would be a nice shorter ride. Also, enjoyed plenty of riding in Bend, OR which was my home base for the week. Phil's trails have some decent areas if you are wiling to put in some less technical miles.
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Review Date
June 22, 2011 Overall Rating
 1 of 5
Aerobic Difficulty
 1 of 5
Technical Difficulty
 0 of 5
Ridden Trail:
Ridden Once
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Reviewed by: David Wegman
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Weekend Warrior Summary:
Flew across the country and drove almost three hours from Portland to ride this trail. I asked the locals (McKenzie Bridge) about renting a bike but they looked at me like I was speaking another language. Stuck w/o a bike, I had to turn around for a long drive home. I didn't even put a wheel on the trail. For being Oregon's most well known trail and one of the top trails in the nation, it's kinda surprising that it is so unsupported by local people/businesses. I guess I'll give up on the mcKenzie River Trail and spend money riding in Moab. At least in Moab, the locals will have heard of mountain biking! Recommended Route:
I don't know and the locals don't either. Other recommended trails in the same area:
Who knows?
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Review Date
April 12, 2011 Overall Rating
5 of 5
Aerobic Difficulty
4 of 5
Technical Difficulty
4 of 5
Ridden Trail:
Every few months
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Reviewed by: DMBrooks
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Weekend Warrior Summary:
Trail looks good. Still snow at some higher elevations. Another ride would be road 15 near blue river res, starting at wolf rock. Ride to road 2654(deer creek) and head downhill to the river trail and continue on to mckenzie bridge. About 26 miles. King-Castle is quite the uphill and back down again. The mckenziebridgeshuttle(.com)is still in operation and they can get you where you need to be. Max of 4 riders/bikes per trip. Looks real good this summer! Recommended Route:
from bend/sisters west to santiam jct, left, to hwy 20, left on 126. top of trail is about two miles from there. Bottom end of trail is 26 miles down river at the east side of mckenzie bridge. shuttle service is 1 1/2 miles from there in town. Other recommended trails in the same area:
Alpine near Oakridge
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Review Date
July 21, 2010 Overall Rating
 4 of 5
Aerobic Difficulty
3 of 5
Technical Difficulty
4 of 5
Ridden Trail:
Ridden Once
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Reviewed by: dcpowpow
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Weekend Warrior Summary:
Rode this in mid July weekday and never saw another biker. That might be due to the fact I started at 3:00pm. Not a wise move, but I di finish by 7:00pm with some daylight left.
Great single track with minimal climbing. Not scary technical, but challenging in areas for sure. Keeps you on your game a bit.
Not sure if I was on the right trail, but right after the falls I rode down a ton of stairs and encountered a lot of people. I was polite to all of them and gave them the right of way.
Great trail for sure. Recommended Route:
Start above the lake, go left over the bridge before the lake to get into a more tech way around the lake.
Go all te way to the ranger station. The bottom is faster section for sure.
Allow 4-5 hours ride time
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Review Date
June 19, 2010 Overall Rating
5 of 5
Aerobic Difficulty
4 of 5
Technical Difficulty
4 of 5
Ridden Trail:
Once a year
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Reviewed by: McKenzie Bridge Bike Shut
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Downhiller Summary:
Check it out! Four years ago someone in McKenzie Bridge, Oregon saw that the bike shuttle business was lacking. So, he has been shuttling mtn bikers since. He is independant and can set you up with info about McKenzie Bridge cabins to rent, and a place to shower, or camp. His shuttle rate is very good. No reservations needed. Just call him in advance or when you get to the General Store. His email is usfscontractor@q.com. Home phone # 541-822-9811. Cell# 541-505-0271. Good fun! Well known in the area! It's all good! Alot of bikers get his # from Hutch's bicycle in Bend. Lots of options for shuttle. Recommended Route:
From Eugene, McKenzie River Hwy 126 east for 50 miles. From Bend it is 74 miles west. Santiam Jct take Hwy 126 towards Eugene. 30 miles from the Jct.
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