Ron Richings, one day after his crash.(Photo © J. Maus)

Vancouver, BC resident Ron Richings has visited Portland for the past several years to take part in the annual Pedalpalooza events. On June 26th, he was leading a ride of his own -- the Momentum Meander -- when he learned a hard lesson about one [...]

My, how far Tori Bortman has come. Tori, the proprietor of Gracie's Wrench, is basking in the glow of a full, 2-page spread in the current issue of America's most widely distributed bike magazine, Bicycling.

Tori Bortman in current issue of Bicycling Magazine.

Official poster.

If you've got Tour de France fever than mark your calendar for July 22nd when the film Chasing Legends comes to town.
Chasing Legends is the latest from filmmaker Curtis Winsor and his Gripped Films crew. The movie gives viewers an inside look at big-time professional road racing as it follows team HTC-Columbia through [...]

Year: 2005Brand: Gary FisherModel: UtopiaColor:SilverSize:17"Photo: http://fisherbikes.com/images/fisherbikes/bikes/2006/640x400/utopia.jpgStolen in Portland, OR 97209Stolen:2010-07-9Stolen From: 14th & Johnson, entrance to REI buildingNeighborhood: PearlOwner: Laura GadzalaOwnerEmail: schoeps@gmail.comReward: 250Description: Silver 29er with slicks, light mounts but no lights. Lock (Orange Combo) also taken.Police record with: Portland PDPolice reference#: 55739This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Four great job opportunities have been listed on the BikePortland Job Listings this past week. Take a gander at them via the links below.

Assistant to the CEO -- Alta Planning + Design
Bike Commute Challenge Coordinator -- Bicycle Transportation Alliance (BTA)
Finance Director -- Bicycle Transportation Alliance (BTA)
Bike Mechanic/Sales -- Waterfront Bicycles

Watch Hitler expound on Portland's bike scene in the video below.(Still from the movie Downfall)

Portland filmmaker Joe Biel has collaborated with veteran local bike scene participant Allan Folz on Mien Fiets, a short video that attempts to explain what has happened to bike activism in Portland since the demise of Critical Mass (a ride that [...]

The last photo taken of Johnnie O's bike-car; before it was taken to a recycling facility and cut up for scrap.(Photo: Humboldt Gardens)

Year: 2007Brand: SpecializedModel: Roubaix EliteColor:BlueSize:CarbonSerial: WUD2409758Stolen in 97140, OR Stolen:2010-07-8Stolen From: Daimler employee parking lot on Swan Island. 4747 N. Channel Avenue.Neighborhood: North PortlandOwner: Michael StrickerOwnerEmail: strickman@verizon.netReward: 250Description: Cateye Computer, Tail Light, Mount for Cygolite, Carbon Cage.Police record with: Portland PDPolice reference#: 10-152871This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

The article below was written by reader Paul Manson in response to my recent story on how construction at the E Burnside/12th/Sandy intersection is impacting the bicycling experience on SE Ankeny, a nearby bike boulevard street.
Paul is an environmental and sustainability consultant and also serves as a volunteer on the Sullivan's Gulch Trail Committee and [...]

As part of their ongoing Drive Less/Save More campaign, Metro has produced a new video to demonstrate how to cross the I-5 bridge. Here's their blurb about it:
The bridge does pose some challenges like narrow paths, curving railings and traffic noise. The video provides riders with important knowledge of the bridge. It gives you [...]

Year: 08Brand: BianchiModel: PistaColor:SilverSize:53CMSerial: H8ZR10583Stolen in Portland, OR 97212Stolen:2010-07-7Stolen From: PSUNeighborhood: SWOwnerEmail: yumsweetbasil@gmail.comReward: YesDescription: Stickers on bike, blue handlebars, red tires, bike seat with blue rails...This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

JPACT Chair Carlotta Collette at this morning's meeting.(Photos © J. Maus)

Metro's Joint Policy Advisory Committee on Transportation (JPACT) met this morning to set policy parameters on how to allocate $20-24 million in federal Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Plan dollars (MTIP) -- also known as Regional Flexible Funds. After some tense discussion, the committee split 7-6 [...]

This tricky traffic situation led to an interesting exchange.(Photo © J. Maus)

For the second time in about as many months, I got into an interaction with someone driving a car while riding home from work. But unlike last time -- when my middle finger contributed to a heated argument and the man in the [...]

Job Title
Bike Mechanic/Sales
Company/Organization
Waterfront Bicycles
Job Description
Come Join Our Team! We are looking for a dynamic part-time mechanic/sales person to come in on a part-time basis.
Job requires previous shop experience working as a mechanic and with customers.
Excellent customer service and knowledge of cycling in Portland!
How to Apply
Please send cover letter with resume to: Karen@waterfrontbikes.com

Tomorrow's meeting will likely be packed as the fate of $24 million hangs in the balance.(Photo © J. Maus)

Active transportation advocates will be listening closely to Metro's 17-member Joint Policy Advisory Committee on Transportation (JPACT) when they meet tomorrow morning. Based on proposals currently on the table, JPACT's vote on how to set [...]

Event Name: Tour de Tillamook
Event Start Date: 30 July 2010
Start Time: 5:00 PM
Web Site: http://www.nw-trail.org/2010_Tour_de_Tillamook
Contact Email: fred@nw-trail.org
Event Description:
Ladies and Gentlemen, It's that time of the year again where we host the annual Tour de Tillamook, Friday July 30th through Sunday August 1st. Join us for two nights of camping and two days of [...]

Event Name: Bike+Pilates=LOVE
Event Start Date: July 24, 2010
Start Time: 12:00 PM
Web Site: http://www.deeannnelson.com
Location: Edge Performance Fitness 1502 N. Ainsworth Portland (www.edgeperformancefitness.com)
This $15 workshop is investigating improper movement patterns riders may have while on their bike. These movements can lead to "wobbly" hips and achy backs. PILATES offers an emphasis on overall strength and flexibility. Giving [...]

Job Title
Finance Director
This position has been filled.

Company/Organization
Bicycle Transportation Alliance
Status: Regular, exempt position
Reports to: Executive Director
Starting Salary: $40,000 - $45,000 / year
Location: Portland, OR
The Bicycle Transportation Alliance (BTA) is 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with the mission of creating healthier, more sustainable communities by making bicycling safe, convenient and accessible. Our vision is to open minds and roads to [...]

Brand: KHSColor:PurplePhoto: http://img412.imageshack.us/img412/6717/bikeke.jpgStolen in Portland, OR 97214Stolen:2010-07-6Stolen From: Se 15th and Hawthorne Blvd, between approximately 12 noon and 1pm.Neighborhood: Hawthorne - Ladd's Addition - Buckman - Hosford-AbernethyOwner: Kate LindstromOwnerEmail: ktsmurf_loves_linux@yahoo.comReward: yes, contact for more infoDescription: It's a royal purple KHS 15 speed women's mountain bike with road tires. It has stickers on the frame that [...]

Cover of Joyride

Mia Birk, the woman who fought in the trenches to put biking on the map in Portland back in 1990s, is now gearing up to promote her new book, Joyride: Pedaling Toward a Healthier Planet.
Joyride is Birk's first foray into the publishing world and she's doing it with the help of seasoned author [...]