NWTA President Tom Archer.(Photos © J. Maus)

In light of the discovery of an unauthorized bike trail in the northern reaches of Forest Park, I spoke about the situation this morning with Tom Archer, President of the non-profit off-road advocacy group the Northwest Trail Alliance.
Archer was clearly disappointed by the discovery and expressed hope that attention [...]

One of three new on-street bike corrals installed in North Portland.-Slideshow below-(Photo © J. Maus)

The Bureau of Transportation has just installed three more on-street bike corrals in North Portland. These are just the latest in an ongoing effort to install more bike parking in front of businesses throughout the city.
The new corrals in North [...]

Could use a sweep.(Photo © J. Maus)

Portlander Jake Cummings is tired of riding by trash and debris on his favorite bike routes each week, so he's decided to do something about it. On March 20th, Cummings has planned the first "Saturday Sweep" event where he and other volunteers (like you!) will ride around the [...]

Year: 2009Brand: SEModel: WorkhorseColor:blackPhoto: http://devolution.tumblr.com/post/170831050/new-messageStolen in Portland, OR 97202Stolen:2010-02-24Stolen From: 41st and PowellNeighborhood: PowellOwner: Devon GranmoOwnerEmail: devo.granmo@gmail.comDescription: Black single speed SE "Workhorse" with yellow fenders and kevlar tires.This registrant does not have proof of ownership of this bike
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Parks employee Dan Moeller with the illegal trail behind him.- Slideshow below - (Photo © J. Maus)

Portland Parks & Recreation staff have discovered an unauthorized mountain bike trail built in the northern end of Forest Park. Parks spokesperson Beth Sorensen said the trail was found at the end of last week in "one of [...]

Any advice for someone who'd like to see more clearly in the rain?(Photo © J. Maus)

Today's question comes from Matthew Bowers:
"I commute about 3 miles to work (and back, obviously) 5-6 days a week, and I wear glasses. This becomes an issue when it's raining, and was wondering what other glasses-wearing riders do about it. [...]

Job Title
Retail Sales Staff
Company/Organization
The Bike Gallery
Job Description
The Bike Gallery is seeking outgoing and dynamic individuals for positions on our sales floor. The Bike Gallery is one of the most acclaimed specialty bicycle retail organizations in the U.S. and currently has openings for full and part time seasonal positions working directly with customers to deliver exceptional [...]

Estimated distribution of how PBOT wants to spend $14 million in new state revenue. (Figures are in millions.)(Graph: BikePortland/Source info: PBOT)

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Cover of The Lost Cyclist.

David Herlihy's forthcoming book, The Lost Cyclist: The Epic Tale of an American Adventurer and His Mysterious Disappearance, has a Portland connection that's over a century old.
Herlihy, author of the award-winning Bicycle: The History, got in touch recently to tell us a bit about the story of Frank Lenz, the "lost [...]

In 2008, Summit attendees asked for a website. In 2009, they got it!(Photo © J. Maus)

Speaking of bike tourism promotion... The fifth annual Oregon Bike Summit has been scheduled for June 4th.
Organized by Cycle Oregon, this Summit has become the key event in galvanizing the effort to make Oregon "The land bicycles [...]

Riding along the Rogue River in Southern Oregon.(Photo © J. Maus)

Travel Oregon is currently developing a marketing campaign for the 2010 spring-summer season that will focus on Oregon's outdoor recreation opportunities. According to Linda Andrews, a tourism development assistant with Travel Oregon, the campaign will "specifically focus on cycling and mountain biking."
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Year: 2007Brand: JamisModel: NovaColor:Orange/BlackSize:53cmSerial: WE7H00605Stolen in Portland, OR 97006Stolen:2010-02-18Stolen From: Portland Convention Center, 777 NE MLK Portland. Bike rack on north side of buildingNeighborhood: Downtown-east sideOwner: Scott SpikerOwnerEmail: spiker691@gmail.comReward: $200 if good shapeDescription: Orange and Black 2007 Jamis Nova Cycle-cross bike, 53cm frame. Also had handlebar bell, waterbottle cage, handlebar mount for riding [...]

UPDATE: Several people in the comments below have shared that they feel this photo and my call for captions were inappropriate. I was very surprised at this reaction and had no intentions at all of making light of this crash. I appreciate the feedback and will take even more care with these [...]

The NW Bike Show was held at the Expo Center in North Portland.- Slideshow Below -(Photos: Jim Parsons)

The Northwest Bike Show was held over the weekend out at the Portland Expo Center. Our correspondent Jim "K'Tesh" Parsons was there and shot a bunch of photos of exhibitor booths and attendees (watch his slideshow below).
I [...]

(Photo © J. Maus)

The Portland Police Bureau issued 384 citations and 31 warnings for violation of Oregon's new cell phone law during the month of January. The law, which makes it a primary offense (meaning cops do not need any other reason to pull you over) to hold a cell phone to your ear [...]

- What did the big quake do to Haiti's transportation and urban infrastructure? And what was it like before? This photo essay tells part of the story.
- Federal funding has been withheld from a controversial light rail project in the Bay Area after local organizations filed a Civil Rights Act complaint stating that the [...]

Year: 2006Brand: EVOXModel: LE Semi-RecumbentColor:Burgundy and BlackStolen in Gresham, OR 97233Stolen:2010-02-20Stolen From: Stolen from the Burnside Station Condominiums in Gresham at 172nd and SE Burnside.Neighborhood: RockwoodOwner: Shannon WhitlockOwnerEmail: BgSkyGrl@gmail.comDescription: 2006 EVOX LE Semi-Recumbent. It could be missing a rear wheel unless already replaced.
It has the following equipment;
Shifters – SRAM X-4 Trigger Shifters
Rear Derailleur – SRAM [...]

First annual NW Bike Show comes to the Expo Center Sat. and Sun.

The weather in Portland is gorgeous -- clear and sunny. Perfect biking weather. Check out the events below and chime in with a comment to share your adventures with us. What are your plans?
Friday, February 19th
9:30pm - late: [...]

Year: 2001Brand: Diamondback Race (DBR)Model: unknown (possibly a predecessor to the Axis)Color:Red/YellowSize:mediumSerial: unknown :(Stolen in Portland, OR 97236Stolen:2010-02-12Stolen From: The bike was stollen from my home during a burglary near Powell Butte, SE Portland.Neighborhood: Powell / 150'sOwner: scott hainesOwnerEmail: shaines@hawthornewellness.comDescription: This is a DBR red mountain bike with a yellow Judy front shock. It is [...]

Year: 2007Brand: RedlineModel: Conquest SportColor:SilverSerial: HS0170838Stolen in Forest Grove, OR 97116Stolen:2010-02-19Stolen From: Stolen from Pacific University's Forest Grove campus at Scott HallOwner: Katelyn LiebeOwnerEmail: lieb0301@pacificu.eduDescription: Silver bike with red and black trim.
Has Planet Bike fenders on front and back wheels.
Has two water bottle holders.
Has components for two bike lights; front and back.
Has a component to [...]