Colorful front racks from Basil.-Slideshow below-(Photos © J. Maus)

I've got to get back out onto the show floor, but I wanted to share some of the bits and bikes I checked out yesterday.
Basil bags from The Netherlands are very solid and attractive. They've got a full range for daily riding. Their [...]

Slideshow below(Photos © J. Maus)

Last night, after a full day roaming the aisles of the Interbike trade show, I hopped on a shuttle bus and headed a few miles off the strip for Cross Vegas. Cross Vegas is a major cyclocross race that draws international pros and America's top talent. But, since it's [...]

Puma Bikes at Interbike.(Photos © J. Maus)

I've been following Puma's entry into the bike world with some interest since the release of several models back in June. My interest is because of Puma's position as a popular global shoe brand with a strong foothold in the urban market. As such, they're taste-makers to [...]

David Guettler showing off his BRAINy Award at Cross Vegas last night.(Photo © J. Maus)

David Guettler, owner of River City Bicycles in Portland's central eastside, was named Retailer of the Year by Bicycle Retailer and Industry News at an award ceremony last night following the first day of the Interbike trade show.
I bumped into [...]

This woman is sporting a MOVMODA Unisuit. - Slideshow below/gallery (Photos © J. Maus)

To say urban biking has arrived on the radar of the bike industry is a major understatement. The products, the bikes, the magazines — urban biking has all the trappings of a bona fide segment segment of the industry. Another [...]

Year: 2007Brand: TrekModel: 1200Color:silver/red/blackSize:52cmSerial: C94GT241Stolen in Portland, OR 97201Stolen:2010-09-21Stolen From: Curtis Hale ApartmentsNeighborhood: SWOwner: Emily JohnsonOwnerEmail: emily.k.johnson19@gmail.comDescription: aftermarket aerobars, look pedalsPolice record with: Portland PDPolice reference#: 10-78830This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Map credit: Metro

Metro finalized an agreement yesterday that will allow them to secure the required easement rights to extend the Springwater Corridor Trail. The agreement will close more than half of the existing "Sellwood Gap" south of SE Tacoma Street.
According to a Metro press release, they reached an agreement with Oregon Pacific Railroad Company [...]

The last Sunday Parkways of the year is this weekend!(Photo © J. Maus)

A bit of rain and the official start of fall don't seem to be slowing anybody down. Head out and enjoy the last Sunday Parkways of the year, join the folks hoping to rekindle the critical mass flame, or get your [...]

Blumenauer speaking at Interbike 2010.(Photos © J. Maus)

U.S. Congressman Earl Blumenauer has never been to Interbike, so he used his first appearance to implore leading members of the U.S. bike industry to make more noise about the the economic boost the bike industry gives to America. In addition to dollars, Blumenauer told the crowd [...]

Year: 2009Brand: ScattanteModel: XRL TeamColor:RedSize:54cmStolen in Portland, OR 97212Stolen:2010-09-20Stolen From: Outside of the Whole Foods Market Pearl StoreNeighborhood: Pearl DistrictOwner: David WaltersOwnerEmail: waltersd84@gmail.comDescription: Ultegra Rear Derailleur, 105 Shifters, 105 Front Derailleur, Carbon Fork up front with carbon seatstays. Black Handlebar tape. clipless pedalsPolice record with: Portland PDPolice reference#: 10-078422This registrant has documented proof of [...]

A woman approaches a T-intersection on Naito.(Photo © J. Maus)

This week's question comes from reader Ruben Galbraith. Ruben wonders about something I've also thought about a lot. Here's his question:
"How should bikers behave at "T" intersections with traffic signals?
For me, this always occurs while heading North on Naito. What could be really [...]

Concord, a "Neighborhood Greenway," is adjacent to Beach School.(Photos © J. Maus)

The City of Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) has announced their first "Neighborhood Greenway" ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event will take place Wednesday afternoon at Beach School in the Overlook neighborhood of North Portland.
PBOT wants to showcase their growing network of residential [...]

Year: 2009Brand: ElectraModel: Amsterdam Royal 8Color:BlackStolen in Portland, OR 97215Stolen:2010-09-19Stolen From: House near 45th and Hawthorne S.E.Neighborhood: HawthorneOwner: Ben BartaOwnerEmail: pemajogeg@gmail.comReward: $100Description: Black Electra cruiser with baby seat, hence no back rackThis registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

A day at the Outdoor Demo. - Slideshow below/Gallery - (Photos © J. Maus)

Event Name: Geek to Glam- The Free Geek 10 Year Anniversary Party
Event Start Date:  2 October 2010
Start Time:  8:00:00 PM
Web Site: http://www.freegeek.org
Event Description: We are excited to announce Free Geek's 10 Year Anniversary Party!
Saturday, October 2 at 8pm at the Bossanova Ballroom on SE 7th and Burnside.
FREE GEEK PRESENTS GEEK to GLAM
LIVE MUSIC BY:
The [...]

Year: 2007Brand: TrekModel: 7200Color:GreenSize:20"Serial: WTU282C1425BStolen in Portland, OR 97202Stolen:2010-08-27Stolen From: Reed CollegeNeighborhood: WoodstockOwner: Arianrhod Conrad-AntovilleOwnerEmail: arianrhodca@gmail.comDescription: Included rack on the back with "Q23658" etched into it. Also slightly battered fenders, and a back light.
Front Wheel is a different color (reddish brown)Police record with: Portland PDThis registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Year: 2008Brand: SpecializedModel: Sirrus SportColor:SilverSize:LargeSerial:P7GA10522Stolen in Portland, OR 97204Stolen:2010-09-11Stolen From: Near Pioneer Courthouse SquardNeighborhood: DowntownOwner: Gar CarothersOwnerEmail: gar.carothers@hdrinc.comReward: $100Description: 2008 Specialized Sirrus Sport. Silver frame with black carbon forks and black fenders.Police record with: PortlandPolice reference#: T10006248This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

PARK(ing) Day as celebrated by Metro.(Photo: Metro)

Even with fall upon us and some torrential rains over the weekend, there were still plenty of good times on bikes to be had last weekend. Like last week, I thought I'd recap some of the events with a front page post so those of you that missed [...]

Event Name: Indoor Cycling Class
Event Start Date: 18 October 2010
Start Time:  5:30:00 PM
Web Site: http://breakawaytrainingonline.com/whats_new/trainer_class_term1.htm
Event Description: An indoor cycling class that focuses on pedaling efficiency, muscle recruitment, body alignment and awareness on the bike. Classes are appropriate for all levels of fitness and experience. A total of 3 classes are offered: Mon 5:30pm, Mon 7pm [...]

Year: 1990Brand: bianchiColor:baby blueSize:56 cmStolen in Portland, OR 97206Stolen:2010-09-20Stolen From: Village at Lovejoy FountainNeighborhood: near goose hollow/ don't knowOwner: Luiz SudbrackOwnerEmail: luiz.sudbrack@gmail.comReward: $200Description: All Baby blue 89/90 bianchi race frace. Shimano 600 components, except for dura-ace front deraileur. Black Anodized Sugino seat post with Brooks saddle. Campagnolo moskva 80 rims (rare). [...]