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Published daily in Bend, Oregon, by Western Communications, Inc. Copyright 2007.
By Heather Clark / The Bulletin
March 29, 2005
Cyclists ride in groups for three reasons: to socialize with friends, to ward off boredom, and to improve fitness.
"It's social. It really is a chance to meet people, to talk to your buddies and gossip," says Doug Perrin, who has been racing and group riding since he moved to Bend five....