PNW Riders

LilNinjaLVR · 08-28-2007, 06:20 PM

Heard from a guy at ProCal that there are some sweet big sweepers if you go up I5 to Castle Rock, take a right, and follow that road out to Johnston Ridge Observatory. Anyone here done that route? Must investigate!

SpeedGeek · 08-28-2007, 06:37 PM

TRUE! AWESOME road all the way to the end. However watch your speed - the troopers are regulars up there. And it is an "up and back" sorta thing.... after the Toledo cutoff about 3 miles past Toutle, there is no other way out.

I used to live in Silver lake (on that road 8 miles east of I-5) and road my bicycle up there all the time. Some serious elevation climbs and fasssssssssst sweepers!

Wife and I are planning that road for Sun? Mon? On Sat we are going to Centralia via Windy Ridge side of St Helens and doing day trips this weekend and coming back on Tues... can't wait.

Saki.Girl · 08-28-2007, 07:26 PM

Originally Posted by LilNinjaLVR

Heard from a guy at ProCal that there are some sweet big sweepers if you go up I5 to Castle Rock, take a right, and follow that road out to Johnston Ridge Observatory. Anyone here done that route? Must investigate!

true was on them yesterday sweet roads for sure

RVFR · 08-28-2007, 07:38 PM

Yep it's true

here's one of them

Inspector · 08-28-2007, 07:56 PM

^^you sure do get around

Saki.Girl · 08-28-2007, 08:09 PM

here is another was great up there monday

recr8ton · 08-28-2007, 08:27 PM

holy F*#k! When do we ride...I've got a commitment that will keep me busy until around noonish Saturday..then sky diving sun....is this close enought to do a Saturday ride to it...enjoy it and come home in the evening?

Oly ZX · 08-28-2007, 08:32 PM

J. Ridge is a great ride....

I've yet to see anything but Ranger Ricks/Rickette's up there.

There are more tar snakes than there used to be. Have fun be aware.

r6jon · 08-28-2007, 08:39 PM

I absolutely love that highway. Super smooth asphalt all the way to the top. I make the trip a few times a year. I've heard rumors of law enforcement up there. Mostly go slow in the 25mph areas, however I've never seen any up there. Breathtaking view most the way up and down. The observatory will now make you pay to look over the main edge of the lot before going inside. Kind of a bummer.

r6jon · 08-28-2007, 08:41 PM

Originally Posted by Oly's ZX12R

J. Ridge is a great ride....

I've yet to see anyhting but Ranger Ricks/Rickette's up there.

There are more tar snakes than there used to be. Have fun be be aware.

Holy crap I forgot about those! Mostly up at the top by the observatory, those fuggers are slick!

Transported · 08-28-2007, 08:42 PM

How many miles of curves after getting off of I5? How long does it take to get to the observatory?

ApexGirl · 08-28-2007, 08:54 PM

I want to do this ride sometime before the end of the year... is it a road you can ride during the winter, provided it's dry ???

Saki.Girl · 08-28-2007, 09:06 PM

Originally Posted by Transported

How many miles of curves after getting off of I5? How long does it take to get to the observatory?

we took hwy 30 to I5 went north to Castle Rock turned and went up 504 west took us around 2 hours to get there
lost of curvers for sure .

well worth the trip

r6jon · 08-28-2007, 09:11 PM

Originally Posted by Transported

How many miles of curves after getting off of I5? How long does it take to get to the observatory?

53 miles from Castle Rock to the Johnston Ridge Observatory. The further up you go the more turns per mile. 45 minutes can get you up there, but if you're enjoying the scenery I'd plan on 1 1/2 hours each way with tourist stops. It truly is beautiful country.

MMAGuy1970 · 08-28-2007, 09:14 PM

Juicy... could this be a labor day ride???

uuu · 08-28-2007, 09:17 PM

Did 504 today, got there through 30 and 411 (through Longview) completely bypassing I-5. Took almost 3 hours that way. Awesome ride, but do look out for those tar snakes at the end of 504 - they are slippery.

r6jon · 08-28-2007, 09:20 PM

Originally Posted by ApexGirl

I want to do this ride sometime before the end of the year... is it a road you can ride during the winter, provided it's dry ???

Well, the top of the observatory is at 4000' + so riding it in the winter isn't an option I don't think. Early September is my favorite time to ride St. Helens. If you plan on going I'd do it now.

"H" · 08-28-2007, 09:45 PM

Now that was a ride I have always wanted to go do!!! Cant wait to go!

Great pics!!!!!

LilNinjaLVR · 08-28-2007, 10:15 PM

Man, now I'm scrambling trying to find and open slot in my ridiculous schedule. Thanks guys! Looks like there's going to be a "call-out-sick" kinda Sunday coming up soon.

recr8ton · 08-29-2007, 01:37 PM

Saturday afternoon...please, please, please

Midnightmotorsports · 08-29-2007, 02:03 PM

I think I could do sunday afternoon?

RVFR · 08-29-2007, 02:07 PM

Hmm I should just head up there right now.

LilNinjaLVR · 08-29-2007, 02:22 PM

Hubby's bike is in the shop getting new brakes, tires, and other crap. Don't feel right leaving him behind for a day ride to St. Helens..shorter rides okay, but not this cool of a sweeper ride. He's on call one Saturday this month and i'll post up to go then. If anyone wants to go with that would be great.

~Ebeth

Midnightmotorsports · 09-01-2007, 10:15 PM

Anyone interested in doing this monday mid to late morning leaving from Gateway Starbucks?

ddonacazx12 · 09-02-2007, 02:44 AM

Im down for Monday.

You going up 5 through Vancouver or 205? (i'll join up in route)

What time you want to leave?

EDIT: Weather man says wet stuff on Monday.... every fuggin time I have a day off it rains. WTF ?!?!?!?!

LilNinjaLVR · 09-02-2007, 09:10 AM

So, me and hubby went up yesterday and the roads and scenery are gorgeous! Didn't post cuz it was such short notice. He found out Friday PM he could pick up his bike Sat AM. Fantastic ride!!! Wish my camera's battery had been charged so we could've taken pics (sorry).

Anyway, want to ride 504 again Saturday 9/15 (weather permitting)....this time with a fully charged camera battery. Any takers?

Saki.Girl · 09-02-2007, 03:07 PM

Originally Posted by LilNinjaLVR

So, me and hubby went up yesterday and the roads and scenery are gorgeous! Didn't post cuz it was such short notice. He found out Friday PM he could pick up his bike Sat AM. Fantastic ride!!! Wish my camera's battery had been charged so we could've taken pics (sorry).

Anyway, want to ride 504 again Saturday 9/15 (weather permitting)....this time with a fully charged camera battery. Any takers?

no picks dang girl

have a great time riding it on 9/15
rick and i are going to ride it next weekend if weather is good

LilNinjaLVR · 09-02-2007, 03:27 PM

That SUX! I miss you guys! You'll have fun next weekend and make sure you charge your camera battery LOL.

Saki.Girl · 09-02-2007, 05:14 PM

Originally Posted by LilNinjaLVR

That SUX! I miss you guys! You'll have fun next weekend and make sure you charge your camera battery LOL.

for sure we will have to get a ride in before the weather is cold
and will have the camera for sure

"H" · 09-02-2007, 08:35 PM

Originally Posted by LilNinjaLVR

So, me and hubby went up yesterday and the roads and scenery are gorgeous! Didn't post cuz it was such short notice. He found out Friday PM he could pick up his bike Sat AM. Fantastic ride!!! Wish my camera's battery had been charged so we could've taken pics (sorry).

Anyway, want to ride 504 again Saturday 9/15 (weather permitting)....this time with a fully charged camera battery. Any takers?

Ah!!!! The 15th! I will def have to work on making that happen! Cant wait to check out those sweepers!!!!!!!!!!!!


08-28-2007, 06:20 PM	#1
LilNinjaLVR WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Dec 2006 From: Yayayacolt I Ride: '04 Kawi 636	Big Sweeper Rumor Heard from a guy at ProCal that there are some sweet big sweepers if you go up I5 to Castle Rock, take a right, and follow that road out to Johnston Ridge Observatory. Anyone here done that route? Must investigate! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


08-28-2007, 06:37 PM	#2
SpeedGeek Zone Head Joined: Jan 2007 From: Lake Osghetto, OR I Ride: whenever I can	TRUE! AWESOME road all the way to the end. However watch your speed - the troopers are regulars up there. And it is an "up and back" sorta thing.... after the Toledo cutoff about 3 miles past Toutle, there is no other way out. I used to live in Silver lake (on that road 8 miles east of I-5) and road my bicycle up there all the time. Some serious elevation climbs and fasssssssssst sweepers! Wife and I are planning that road for Sun? Mon? On Sat we are going to Centralia via Windy Ridge side of St Helens and doing day trips this weekend and coming back on Tues... can't wait. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by SpeedGeek; 08-28-2007 at 06:40 PM..


08-28-2007, 07:38 PM	#4
RVFR Pilot in Command Joined: Dec 2005 From: Olympia, WA Blog Entries: 11 I Ride: Honda............Ducati?	Yep it's true here's one of them __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


08-28-2007, 07:56 PM	#5
Inspector NightRider Joined: May 2006 From: BridleTrails I Ride: 08 wr205r	^^you sure do get around __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


08-28-2007, 08:09 PM	#6
Saki.Girl Zone Head Joined: May 2007 From: Hillsboro OR Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: 2006 Ninja 650R	here is another was great up there monday __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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08-28-2007, 08:27 PM	#7
recr8ton MotoGP Contender Joined: Mar 2007 From: Portland/Beaverton I Ride: 2007 Yamaha R6s	holy F#k! When do we ride...I've got a commitment that will keep me busy until around noonish Saturday..then sky diving sun....is this close enought to do a Saturday ride to it...enjoy it and come home in the evening? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter*


08-28-2007, 08:32 PM	#8
Oly ZX Daytime Adventure Seeker Joined: Jan 2006 From: Olympia,Wa. Blog Entries: 2 I Ride: '04 ZX12 '05 ZX10	J. Ridge is a great ride.... I've yet to see anything but Ranger Ricks/Rickette's up there. There are more tar snakes than there used to be. Have fun be aware. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by Oly ZX; 08-28-2007 at 09:31 PM..


08-28-2007, 08:39 PM	#9
r6jon Streetfighter Joined: Aug 2007 From: Salem, Oregon I Ride: 2006 R6	I absolutely love that highway. Super smooth asphalt all the way to the top. I make the trip a few times a year. I've heard rumors of law enforcement up there. Mostly go slow in the 25mph areas, however I've never seen any up there. Breathtaking view most the way up and down. The observatory will now make you pay to look over the main edge of the lot before going inside. Kind of a bummer. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


08-28-2007, 08:42 PM	#11
Transported MotoGP Champion Joined: Dec 2006 From: Portland, Oregon Blog Entries: 1 I Ride: '99 R1, '80 Suz GS450S	How many miles of curves after getting off of I5? How long does it take to get to the observatory? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


08-28-2007, 08:54 PM	#12
ApexGirl WMRRA Qualifier Joined: May 2007 From: Portland, OR I Ride: 2001 SV650S	I want to do this ride sometime before the end of the year... is it a road you can ride during the winter, provided it's dry ??? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


08-28-2007, 09:14 PM	#15
MMAGuy1970 Zone Head Joined: Apr 2007 From: Out of your mind I Ride: like it’s gonna rain tomorrow.	Juicy... could this be a labor day ride??? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


08-28-2007, 09:17 PM	#16
uuu Endorsed Joined: May 2007 From: Portland, OR I Ride: a scoot	Did 504 today, got there through 30 and 411 (through Longview) completely bypassing I-5. Took almost 3 hours that way. Awesome ride, but do look out for those tar snakes at the end of 504 - they are slippery. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


08-28-2007, 09:45 PM	#18
"H" Streetfighter Joined: Apr 2007 From: Portland	Now that was a ride I have always wanted to go do!!! Cant wait to go! Great pics!!!!! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


08-28-2007, 10:15 PM	#19
LilNinjaLVR WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Dec 2006 From: Yayayacolt I Ride: '04 Kawi 636	Man, now I'm scrambling trying to find and open slot in my ridiculous schedule. Thanks guys! Looks like there's going to be a "call-out-sick" kinda Sunday coming up soon. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


08-29-2007, 01:37 PM	#20
recr8ton MotoGP Contender Joined: Mar 2007 From: Portland/Beaverton I Ride: 2007 Yamaha R6s	Saturday afternoon...please, please, please __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


08-29-2007, 02:03 PM	#21
Midnightmotorsports WMRRA Qualifier Joined: May 2007 From: Portland, Or I Ride: 2001 Honda CBRF4I	I think I could do sunday afternoon? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


08-29-2007, 02:07 PM	#22
RVFR Pilot in Command Joined: Dec 2005 From: Olympia, WA Blog Entries: 11 I Ride: Honda............Ducati?	Hmm I should just head up there right now. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


08-29-2007, 02:22 PM	#23
LilNinjaLVR WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Dec 2006 From: Yayayacolt I Ride: '04 Kawi 636	Hubby's bike is in the shop getting new brakes, tires, and other crap. Don't feel right leaving him behind for a day ride to St. Helens..shorter rides okay, but not this cool of a sweeper ride. He's on call one Saturday this month and i'll post up to go then. If anyone wants to go with that would be great. ~Ebeth __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-01-2007, 10:15 PM	#24
Midnightmotorsports WMRRA Qualifier Joined: May 2007 From: Portland, Or I Ride: 2001 Honda CBRF4I	Anyone interested in doing this monday mid to late morning leaving from Gateway Starbucks? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-02-2007, 02:44 AM	#25
ddonacazx12 MotoGP Contender Joined: Jul 2007 From: Camas, Washington I Ride: 05 zx12r	Im down for Monday. You going up 5 through Vancouver or 205? (i'll join up in route) What time you want to leave? EDIT: Weather man says wet stuff on Monday.... every fuggin time I have a day off it rains. WTF ?!?!?!?! __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter Last edited by ddonacazx12; 09-02-2007 at 03:10 AM..


09-02-2007, 09:10 AM	#26
LilNinjaLVR WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Dec 2006 From: Yayayacolt I Ride: '04 Kawi 636	So, me and hubby went up yesterday and the roads and scenery are gorgeous! Didn't post cuz it was such short notice. He found out Friday PM he could pick up his bike Sat AM. Fantastic ride!!! Wish my camera's battery had been charged so we could've taken pics (sorry). Anyway, want to ride 504 again Saturday 9/15 (weather permitting)....this time with a fully charged camera battery. Any takers? __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter


09-02-2007, 03:27 PM	#28
LilNinjaLVR WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Dec 2006 From: Yayayacolt I Ride: '04 Kawi 636	That SUX! I miss you guys! You'll have fun next weekend and make sure you charge your camera battery LOL. __________________ Follow PNW Riders on Facebook and Twitter

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