The Paddock, known by locals as "The Old Pad," is an icon in Eugene, opening in 1948. It gets its fame from Eugene track icon Steve Prefontaine, who bartended there while attending the University of Oregon in the early 1970s. Today, The Paddock continues to provide an environment for good times and an opportunity to see a piece of Eugene's history.

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#1.

West Amazon loop from Downtown

17.5km

01:09

180m

Cycle the 10.9-mile West Amazon loop from Downtown Eugene, a moderate, paved route through Amazon Park and the West Eugene Wetlands.

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#2.

Amazon Park – 5th Street Public Market loop from Eugene

38.8km

02:36

590m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Peter DeFazio Bridge – 5th Street Public Market loop from Eugene

45.7km

02:58

600m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 130 m

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Location: Eugene, Lane County, Oregon, United States

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The Paddock (Old Pad)

#1.

West Amazon loop from Downtown

#2.

Amazon Park – 5th Street Public Market loop from Eugene

#3.

Peter DeFazio Bridge – 5th Street Public Market loop from Eugene

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