The sun is out and Portland’s streets are full of signs that summer is fast approaching — including this fantastically flowerly dress I spotted on my way to a meeting today…
Day: May 15, 2008
Tour Mechanic (American Lung Association of WA)
Sorry folks… this job has been filled.
Job Title
Tour Mechanic
Company/Organization
American Lung Association of Washington
UPDATE: Headed to the Gorge? Watch for tacks in the road
[UPDATE: 5/16, 10:30am – ODOT has responded. Read full story here.]
“The cyclist-haters out in the Gorge are at it again, spreading tacks across the Historic Columbia River Highway.”
–From a BikePortland reader email
With weekend temps promising short-sleeve weather, many Portlanders are planning to head out on their bikes and take in the grand vistas of the Historic Columbia River Highway beyond Troutdale.
Unfortunately, from two reliable reports I’ve gotten in the past day, some Troutdale and Corbett residents aren’t so thrilled about bike season.
Crowds soak up sun, racing action at Mt. Tabor
After Tuesday’s opening Prologue, the Mt. Hood Cycling Classic made its way a few miles east to Mt. Tabor Park where over 200 of the nation’s fastest cyclists competed in a 1.3 mile, multi-lap criterium race.
A warm sun, high clouds, and spring flowers welcomed a healthy crowd. They were treated to a perfect race for spectators that including grueling climbs, sharp corners and a downhill that catapulted the pack of racers at speeds of over 40 mph.
Caution: Man-eating streetcar tracks ahead
Anyone who’s ridden a bike in downtown Portland knows that streetcar (and MAX) tracks can be a bit tricky to navigate. Now, someone has modified a warning sign that takes it a step further.
Check out this sign modification/vandalism/art I noticed yesterday…