The routes were tough and the SIRs equal to the challenge. SIR is a small club of 35 members, which promotes locally run brevets, relegating travel to distant locations as optional. It is a non-profit organization run by volunteers aspiring to keep local randonneuring active and healthily. Not all members have the goal of riding PBP but we all desire to participate in the camaraderie of randonneuring. SIR's events are held in the rural areas of western Washington and vary from year to year.
Safe venues are of primary importance with scenic beauty and challenging routs our hallmark.
Route locations range from the Olympic peninsula Hood Canal area to the cascade passes and beyond. Favorite locals include Tahuya, Snohomish county and the north cascade highway. Where possible events start and finish at member homes lending a sense of after ride kinship. Although this style of graduated distance unsupported riding is designed so that most anyone can participate, it is not for everyone. A strong desire to finish is far more important than a competitive sprite.