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[Posted by “isobel”]
Unlocked (Duh!) but with Krypton lock in mounting bracket on frame. Purple womens Specialized 21 speed bike with carrier and with rear fender only. Has white sticker on frame of bike saying something like “Pedalling in a Revolution.” An early ’90s model. Stolen from Col Sumner’s Park during Kickball game evening of Monday 15th May 2005.
Name: Isobel Hockett
email: veen49@wa-net.com
phone: 503-282-9196 home
[Posted by “annea”]
Heartbroken and broke: Please help me find my Bike. I have a disability and do not drive. This my only form of transportation. My Bike is a WOMEN’S MOSS GREEN–FERRAGO GIANT 17L New 2004-2005 model. There are mounts for both a light and a mileage counter on the top of the handle bars. The seat, handlebars and back fender (plastic) are all black. There is a Bike Gallery Sticker located near the V shape of the frame. The tires are new aluminum city tires. My Bike was stolen on Saturday May 13, 2006 between 5:30pm and 10:30pm. It was stolen from SW 6th and Washington, in front of Starbucks. My bike was dual locked with a Kryptonite U-lock and cable set, newly purchased from the Bike Gallery in April. The cable was cut clean. The U-lock was laying in 2 pieces beside the cable. Both were left at the scene. There is a REWARD being offered if found. The color and model are both somewhat unusual. The serial number is GR418554. My Cell phone # is 503-422-3770 or email me at: anne.applegate@pcc.edu.
The Mt. Tabor Race series is a Portland institution that goes back over 50 years. The 1.3 mile roller-coaster circuit through Mt. Tabor Park is cherished by hundreds of local racers each year for its challenging hills, technical corners, and natural beauty.
Event promoter Clark Ritchie has just announced a contest to come up with a slogan or motto for the legendary race. The author of the winning slogan will receive a $25 gift certificate to River City Bicycles. He says it’s only open to OBRA members but if you come up with something really good maybe he’ll make an exception.
Hopefully this rain lets up, because there are some great events planned for this weekend.
***Reference to an upcoming messenger event has been deleted by request of organizers.***
If you prefer packing your gear over fixed gears, then the Community Exchange Cycle Touring Club has a ride for you. They’re doing a three-day, self-supported bike camping trip leaving from Southeast Portland. I checked out the route and it looks like it should be a beautiful ride. Not to mention, it’s being led by the capable and knowledgeable Aaron Tarfman. More info here.
Still not excited? How about some human-powered vehicle racing? That’s right, the Oregon Human Powered Vehicle (OHPV) club is putting on their 7th annual Human Powered Challenge at Portland International Raceway. What’s a human powered vehicle? Think recumbent and then picture it with full aerodynamic fairings and then think pure, unadulterated speed. I really hope the track is dry for these guys!
TriMet just sent out a press release about their schedule for the upcoming Rose Festival. At the bottom of the release was the following bit about bikes on MAX:
“This year, TriMet is offering more options for cyclists during the Rose Festival when MAX trains will be full. Attended bicycle parking will be offered during both parades. Volunteers from the Bicycle Transportation Alliance will keep an eye on your ride during the parades if you lock it at the Beaverton or Hollywood transit centers. Visit trimet.org/bikes for more details.”