Hard to believe that less than 8 hours from now I’ll be on a plane to Washington DC for the National Bike Summit. I’m all packed (I think) and right now I’m printing up a copy of the BTA’s Blueprint for Better Biking to read on the plane.

We’ve got a big dinner planned for […]

[Posted by “pdxhawley”]
Hi, my Specialized Allez Vita was stolen mid-January in NE Portland out of my garage. It is a small 48 inch road bike that is deep maroon in color. The serial number is: A3101453.
If you happen to spot it, please let me know at pdxhawley@yahoo.com

Officials from Travel Oregon, Cycle Oregon and other bike groups are behind a movement to establish Oregon as a major destination for two-wheeled tourism. Working behind the scenes for about 2 years now, they have announced a day-long “Bicycle Oregon Summit” in Eugene this March April.
The goal of the summit - which will feature […]

[From the ‘05 Kickoff Parade]

Ladies and gentleman, boys and girls of all ages…the world’s largest festival of bike fun is set to commence June 8-24th. That’s right folks, planning for Pedalpalooza 2006 has officially begun.
What’s Pedalpalooza? It’s two weeks of creative, fun, bike craziness that has happened every year since […]

[Posted by “Kim”]
Please Keep a Look Out For My 54cm Redline Conquest Tour!
Hello all, my six month old Redline Conquest Tour that I loved so dearly was stolen from PSU on Thursday the 23rd of February. It is a red 54cm roadbike, serial number S(or 5?)3IK00219. Any tips towards it’s […]

[Nice signs, but do they work?]

Have you seen these signs popping up around town? They’re officially known as bikeway network signs and according to City of Portland bicycle coordinator Roger Geller, there are finally enough of them installed that you should be able to rely on them to find your way. But […]

I can’t get enough of stolen bike recovery stories. This one, involving a bike recently listed here, is one of the best I’ve ever heard.
On Monday a reader named “jeffcycles” got his beloved Eddy Merckx stolen from the PSU campus. He quickly spread the word and told everyone he knew to keep an […]

Two local non-profits are teaming up to spread the word about their programs with a free bike tour through Southeast Portland. The Portland Peace and Justice Center and City Repair will host the Village Bicycle Tour this Sunday.
The 2.5 hour ride will be a guided tour of City Repair’s community-building projects around […]

[Posted by “Eric”]
My black Jamis Dakar Sport was stolen in NW Portland sometime between 2/22 and 2/24.
It’s a 15″ fully suspended bike with disk brakes and clipless pedals.
It does not have a front wheel…I kept that in my apartment.
Any info would be awesome!
Thanks,
Eric
503-679-0601
ericmerg69@aol.com

Yesterday I met up with pro bike racer, Doug Ollerenshaw. Doug is a Portland native and races for Health Net/Maxxis, one of the top teams in the U.S.
Long time BikePortland.org readers might remember hearing about him last April when I reported on his epic victory at the Sea Otter Classic race down […]

The City of Portland Office of Transportation is looking to fill three temporary bike delivery positions. Here are the details:

STAFF ASSISTANTS/BICYCLE DELIVERY PEOPLE (3 TEMPORARY)
City of Portland Transportation Options, Portland, Oregon
Closes: 4:00pm, Monday, March 6, 2005
City of Portland Transportation Options is looking for three hearty bike riding individuals for 3 month positions to help […]

[Posted by “jeffcycles”]

Merckx (repainted yellow front/black rear) stolen 2-22-06 PSU campus
This bike was stolen from PSU campus the morning of 2.20.06 between 10:00 and 11:00 outside the Lincoln building. It was built up as a fixed gear. Black Bontrager rims laced to silver Surly hubset. Black Shimano 105 crankset and silver […]

Acting under a mandate from City Hall to chop 3% from their budget, the Parks Department has put the Senior Parks and Trails Planner position on the chopping block. The BTA is concerned about the loss of this position and is urging City Council to reinstate this position.
According to the BTA this […]

[*Update: Here’s a link to the story and video from the KATU TV news coverage]
Just got back from this morning’s Traffic Enforcement Action that was held at the intersection of NE Knott and 7th. These actions are a joint effort between the City of Portland Office of Transportation and the Portland Police […]

[Polo at Alberta Park]

The Friends of Alberta Park are loyal supporters of bike polo. They understand that polo players are an asset to the park and the neighborhood and they have been trying to work out an agreement with Portland Parks and Recreation that would allow polo to flourish without the threat of […]

[Posted by “macmccarter”]
Cannondale:
Stolen from bike rack on 15th @ ne broadway “Regime Change Begins at Home” sticker and State College, PA registration. Fenders front and back; Manitou front suspension fork. Reward. Call (503) 734-6852.

Kona Hahanna:
Stolen from bike rack on 15th @ ne broadway Blue and white. Fenders front and back; […]

[Photo credit: Tiago D.]

Torino shmorino. Who needs those other Olympics when we’ve got our very own Mini Bike Winter Olympics? Unfortunately I didn’t partake in the ceremonies but it looked pretty awesome from the photos I’ve come across. By far the craziest thing I’ve seen are clothing-impaired Zoobombers charging into the freezing […]