From 1979 - 2019, the ride took place every year including 1980 when the route was changed because of the eruption of Mount St. Helens, also ending in Seattle. In 2020 and 2021, the event was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. From 1981, the Cascade Bicycle Club changed the event from a race to "recreational ride".
The annual bike ride occurred every year from 1979 to 2019, including 1980 when Mount St. Helens' eruption led to a change in route and destination, Seattle. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the event was cancelled in 2020 and 2021. Since 1981, the Cascade Bicycle Club has transformed the event from a competitive ride to a more relaxed "ride" for recreational cyclists.