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Bike Summit fund drive a success!

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I’m happy to announce that I’ve now raised almost $1000 for my trip to the National Bike Summit in Washington DC. I’m all registered, I’ve bought my plane tickets, and even snagged a hotel room right across the street from the Summit.

Huge thanks to everyone who donated. I’ve been amazed at your generosity and kind notes. I am honored to represent the Portland bike community and I’m excited to bring my unique perspectives on advocacy, activism and community building to this event.

Special thanks to one loyal reader (who will remain nameless) who paid my entire $350 registration fee (!).

I’m grateful to all of you, even if you weren’t able to donate. Just by reading and contributing comments you play in important role in making this site a success.

Stay tuned for reports, photos and scuttlebut from DC!

Top pro to speak at triathlon club meeting

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[Photo by Team Magic]

The fledgling Portland Triathlon Club is hosting professional triathlete Desiree Ficker at their montly meeting tonight. Desiree is a former Pro Duathlete of the Year from 2002-2004 and the USA Triathlon Rookie of the Year in 2001.

According to the club, Ficker has been in town for a training clinic and her talk will take place at 7:00PM tonight at the YMCA in downtown Portland (map here). Tickets are available for $5 to club members and $15 for non-members (here’s the official event flyer PDF).

The Portland Triathlon Club (PTC) was founded in September ’05 and has quickly grown to over 100 members. If you’re into tri, or just tri-curious, learn more about PTC on their website.