When I first moved to Bend, I thought of Madras as one of the last towns to grab gasoline or coffee on my mad dash to the PDX airport. But now that I’ve logged more than a few miles on a gravel bike in the area, I can tell you Madras offers some of the best spring riding. I am amazed by the diversity of the riding; quiet country roads that have me constantly snapping photos. Scenic water views. Historic farms. Wild Wild West history based on the Railroad Wars. It just all adds up to a rip-roaring good time.

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