The Oregon advocacy team on the steps of the Capitol.(Photos © J. Maus)

The 26-person Oregon bike advocacy team stormed Capitol Hill on Thursday, armed with cycling stats, stories, and a strong sense of purpose. It was lobbying day at the National Bike Summit and Team Oregon joined 700 bike advocates from all over the [...]

If you were not already convinced by the blossoming trees, this week's job listings are another sign that Spring is here and Summer is near.
If you know your way around a bike repair stand, one of these opportunities as a bike mechanic may be for you. Good luck!
For detailed information including duties and how [...]

Year: n/aBrand: Gary FisherModel: Cosmo (youth)Color:Black/GreenSize:20" WheelsSerial: TBI1265AT5L33305Stolen in Portland, OR 97203Stolen:2010-02-23Stolen From: James John Elementary School on N Lombard and Charleston. The bike racks are on the north side of the school.Neighborhood: St. JohnsOwner: Koali Blumer-BuellOwnerEmail: koalib@lifeworksnw.orgDescription: This bike was earned by a student through the Community Cycling Center Bike Club program. There should [...]

Year: 2002-3Brand: SurlyModel: 1x1Color:WhiteSize:16 inchPhoto: http://www.cheekymonkey.com.au/transport%20images/coolbikes%20021.jpgStolen in Portland, OR 97214Stolen:2010-03-11Stolen From: in front of Sweet Pea Bakery, 12th and SE StarkNeighborhood: SoutheastOwner: Sheridan HorningOwnerEmail: sheridanhorning@gmail.comReward: $100Description: The photo is something i found online. My bike has red sparkly handle grips, a leather selle italia saddle, clip-in pedals, a rack, and a frame that is more [...]

Portland's Retro is making a name for themselves in the jersey business.

Southeast Portland-based apparel company Retro, has inked a licensing deal with The New Yorker to release two cycling jerseys based on the magazine's iconic cover art. It's just the latest licensing deal for Retro, a company that has found success by designing and [...]

New on-street bike corral.(Photo: Jennifer Campos/City of Vancouver)

Back in October, we brought you news of an on-street bike parking facility that was planned for installation on Main Street in Vancouver, Washington (just a short hop over the Columbia River, north of Portland).
I'm happy to report that it has been installed! Leah Jackson, [...]

A new Bikestation is coming to Hillsboro. (Photo is of Bikestation DC).(Photo © J. Maus)

If all goes according to plan, Hillsboro (about 20 miles west of Portland) will be the first city in the Portland region to have a one-stop bike storage, shower, and locker facility -- also known as a Bikestation.
While at [...]

Job Title
Bicycle Mechanic
Company/Organization
Lakeside Bicycles
Job Description
Lakeside Bicycles is seeking an experienced bicycle mechanic for the 2010 season. The ideal candidate will posses integrity, a desire to help customers, a positive attitude and a sense of humor. Custom bike build and wheel building skills required. Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years shop experience. UBI or [...]

US DOT Secretary Ray LaHood stands atop a table to address Summit attendees at the Congressional Reception held in a Senate ballroom on Capitol Hill.(Photos © J. Maus)

Year: 2009Brand: DiamondbackModel: ClarityColor:WhiteSize:MediumSerial: 7933880036Photo: http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51MECFa-uyL._AA280_.jpgStolen in Portland, OR 97218Stolen:2010-02-10Stolen From: My garage in NE pdx (Beaumont/Cully neighborhood)Neighborhood: Beaumont/Cully in NE PDXOwner: Liz MOwnerEmail: BziLzi@gmail.comReward: $100Description: It is a white lady's hybrid. I added a black rear wheel rack. My U-lock was locked to the rack and it was front and back lights.Police [...]

Jeff Merkley.(Photo © J. Maus)

Today on Capitol Hill, Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) had some good news for Oregon advocates -- he plans to introduce a bill in the Senate that will act as a companion to House Rep. Earl Blumenauer's Active Community Transportation Act. The ACT Act (H.R. 4722) would create a competitive [...]

Year: 1995Brand: SpecializedModel: RockhopperColor:Dark BlueSize:19"Serial: DW675537Stolen in Portland, OR 97214Stolen:2010-03-7Stolen From: Basement of house on SE 11th and LincolnNeighborhood: SE, Ladd's AdditionOwner: Dan CraigOwnerEmail: oneselfconnect@gmail.comDescription: My bicycle was stored in the basement of the next door house. Both
houses are owned by the same landlord. The basement door was
sometimes locked, sometimes unlocked. Many renters and others [...]

Mr. Fisher goes to Washington -- in a Dashing Tweeds suit.(Photos © J. Maus)

Bike industry titan Gary Fisher is hard to miss here at the Summit. A pioneer of mountain bikes in the 1980s, Fisher has gone on to be the namesake of a successful bike brand, a fashion icon, and one of only [...]

A view of the Capitol this morning.(Photo © J. Maus)

With the lobby day in full swing here on Capitol Hill, bike advocates from around the country are asking their representatives in Congress to support a variety of pending bike-related legislation. Last night, while looking through some information on these bills put together for us [...]

Scott Bricker(Photo © J. Maus)

Scott Bricker, the former executive director of the Portland-based Bicycle Transportation Alliance has been hired by non-profit America Walks, a national coalition of pedestrian advocacy groups.
Bricker, who was let go by the BTA back in November, is now working as a consultant. With his new contract position as Campaign Manager [...]

Gary Boulanger is Board President of the National Interscholastic Cycling Association.(Photos © J. Maus)

One of today's many excellent breakout sessions focused on youth cycling programs. When I popped my head in I saw a familiar face at the lectern. It was Gary Boulanger, former bike industry journalist, PR guy, and entrepreneur behind the [...]

Advocates from Omaha, Nebraska.L to R: Tammie Dodge, Kerri Peterson, Julie Harris.(Photo © J. Maus)

One of the great things about being at the National Bike Summit is the feeling that biking, as a movement, is growing. And each year I'm reminded that it's growing far beyond the typical, bike-friendly cities you always see on [...]

Peter Birch from Google.(Photos © J. Maus)

Earlier today, I got he opportunity to speak with Peter Birch, the product manager for Google Earth (and world traveler) who spearheaded development of their new biking directions feature.
Before I get to the Q & A with Birch, here's a recap of his comments from this morning's [...]

Job Title
Bicycle Mechanic
Company/Organization
The Bike Gallery
Job Description
The Bike Gallery is seeking outgoing and dynamic individuals for positions in our service departments. Qualified applicants will have a minimum of two years experience creating lasting customer relationships in a technical specialty retail environment. Applicants must also have a minimum of two years experience in a high volume repair [...]

Alison Graves.(Photos © J. Maus)

Alison Graves is the new executive director of the Community Cycling Center. She takes the reins from Susan Remmers, who took over leadership of the non-profit four years ago. Remmers has been on medical leave since December (the medical issue is not related to this decision).
Graves was formerly the [...]