Day: March 23, 2007
Stolen TREK SU100
like new condition
silver-matte finish, black handlebars
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Stolen Garlotti unknown
single speed road bike. all silver black & blue. michelin tires, extra long cranks, red seat, just front brake, silver pedals
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Bike mechanic in Oregonian photo spread
Image scanned from Oregonian
Local bike mechanic and bike polo promoter Tori Bortman made her way onto a full-page photo in a recent special section of the Oregonian that profiled how 40 Portlanders make their living.
You might remember Tori from a story I did on her last year. In addition to being a mechanic at the downtown Bike Gallery, Tori runs Gracie’s Wrench, a private bike repair school she runs from her home.
I’ve heard from alumni that the classes are great. I hope to take them myself and report back on the experience. If you’re interested, drop her an email at gracieswrench[at] gmail[dot]com or call (503) 460-2374.
MAX tracks claim another victim
I just heard that long-time bike advocate, Portland Bicycle Advisory Committee member, and former Alice B. Toeclips Award winner (1999), Sharon Fekety fractured her arm in three places after wiping out on a pair of MAX train tracks last week.
Help make Milwaukie bicycle-friendly
Last October, the cities of Portland and Milwaukie came together to dedicate the Three Bridges on the Springwater and Milwaukie Mayor James Bernard quipped, “we’re proud to have Portland as our suburb.”
Bicycles bloom in Portland spring
The recent, warm spring air has transformed Portland from dreary to delightful. Bicyclists are dusting off (or drying off) their steeds and taking to the flower-filled streets.
Visions of spring are everywhere.