Year: 1995Brand: TrekModel: 370 SportColor:blackSize:48 cmSerial: GRS72098Stolen in Portland, OR 97202Stolen:2010-11-3Stolen From: Reed College bike rakeNeighborhood: SE Portland (Eastmoreland)Owner: Pia BergmanOwnerEmail: pbrgmn@gmail.comDescription: 48 cm black trek 370 sport. dirty while handle bar tape. drop handle bars. frame is a bit scuffed.This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Where are we headed?(Photos © J. Maus)

Given what happened last night, things are likely to fundamentally change for how bicycle advocates nationwide frame their arguments from here on out. But just what exactly does this all mean for bicycling? I asked leaders from several major bike advocacy groups what they thought and I [...]

Best of the Worst film event is on Saturday.

Looking for an excuse to get some more leaves stuck in the fenders?  This weekend offers a little bit of everything, all over town.  Enjoy your week and ride safely.
Friday, November 5th
5:00pm-7:00pm: Be Safe and Be Seen
Come enjoy free tune-ups, a group ride, a reflective fashion show [...]

Rep. John Mica at a BikePAC fundraiser during the 2009 National Bike Summit.(Photo © J. Maus)

With Democrats no longer controlling the House, Representative John Mica (R-FL) will most likely replace Jim Oberstar as Chair of the all-important Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. But just who is John Mica? I look forward to reporting on [...]

Year: 2002Brand: CannondaleModel: R500Color:Light BlueSize:58ishPhoto: http://i89.photobucket.com/albums/k210/troyboy4life/Picture4.pngStolen in Portland, OR 97206Stolen:2010-11-2Stolen From: 64th and CenterNeighborhood: Foster/PowellOwner: Troy AndersonOwnerEmail: tanderson220@gmail.comReward: Free Pedicab rides, take you out for lunch and some cash.Description: The sides of the brakes/shifters are scratched up. The Left pedal toe strap is damaged but functional. There are two label stickers on the front of [...]

Safe Routes National Partnership Director Deb Hubsmith and Jim Oberstar in happier times.(Photo © J. Maus)

Reacting to last night's election results, the following statement to supporters and letter to Jim Oberstar will be sent out shortly from the Safe Routes to School National Partnership...
November 3, 2010
Dear Safe Routes to School supporter,
As you have probably heard, [...]

TriMet will have to look elsewhere to fund new buses and other upgrades.(Photo © J. Maus)

TriMet's ballot measure did not pass last night. The measure sought to raise funds to replace aging buses, improve 300 bus stops, upgrade their LIFT fleet (which services elderly and others unable to use standard buses), and free up [...]

PBOT plan drawing for SE Madison between 6th and Grand.-Full image below-

PBOT will install a new bike box and colored lane markings on SE Madison just east of SE Grand today. Back in September, the City unveiled a list of 11 bike box locations, saying, "Our observation is that they've contributed to a safer, [...]

Oberstar, seen here during a recent visit to Portland, helped craft and passthe nation's first Safe Routes to School legislation.(Photos © J. Maus)

A big surprise from last night's Democrat drubbing at the polls is that 35-year Congressman Jim Oberstar lost his race to Republican Chip Cravaack. Oberstar lost by just 4,000 votes out of [...]

Year: 10Brand: giantModel: xtc 29er 2Color:sil/blkSize:lrg.Serial: GD08120Photo: http://img177.imageshack.us/i/camera1u.jpg/Stolen in Hillsboro, OR 97123Stolen:2010-11-2Stolen From: stolen during test rideNeighborhood: downdown hillsboroOwner: John NaylorOwnerEmail: hillsboro@bikenhike.comReward: beerDescription: the bike is brand new, off the floorPolice record with: hillsboro p.d.Police reference#: see Tom HietalaThis registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Year: 2007Brand: BianchiModel: BoardwalkColor:RedSize:23Serial: H6GB9565Photo: http://www.bianchiusa.com/uploads/pics/07_boardwalk.jpgStolen in Portland, OR 97215Stolen:2010-10-28Stolen From: My house, near 45th and Hawthorne.Neighborhood: SE PortlandOwner: Ryan ComandichOwnerEmail: comandich@yahoo.comReward: YesDescription: It is a red bike with a black metal rack on the back of it. It has red reflective tape striped on the rack and the back. It also has [...]

Year: 2008Brand: MongooseModel: TacticColor:Green and SilverSize:26 inchStolen in Portland, OR 97206Stolen:2010-11-2Stolen From: 65th and Franklin at about 5:15 am. Watched the guy ride off on my bike. His friend tried to run me over. I was unable to get my bike :(Neighborhood: Near Mt Tabor, on PowellOwner: Logan FoxOwnerEmail: loganfoxinabox@hotmail.comReward: justiceDescription: Its Green and [...]

Jim Oberstar (L) and Peter DeFazio,(shown here at Cycle Oregon 2007)would both lose key leadership positions if the Republicans take over the House.(Photos © J. Maus)

A big issue at stake with tonight's elections is how a Republican-controlled House of Representatives — a result many feel is foregone conclusion — would impact bicycling and active [...]

Job Title Demo Driver Sales/Tech Representative
Company/Organization Felt Bicycles
Job Description
Primary responsibilities will be to support the Sales department with the operation, management and overall maintenance of a FELT Demo Vehicle and its product fleet. Drivers will be expected to assemble, disassemble, repair, and fit potential customers or retailers to bikes on location. Job [...]

[This story is by Portlander Ryan Hashagen (owner of Portland Pedalworks), who is traveling through Latin America for business and to investigate cycling culture, infrastructure and policies.]

Guadalajara's Via Recreativa (like our Sunday Parkways) occurs every week and attracts 150,000 people.(Photo © Ryan H.)

Year: 80'sBrand: SchwinnColor:YellowSize:smallStolen in Portland, OR 97211Stolen:2010-11-2Stolen From: Outside of the Nest, 18th and Alberta Streets..Neighborhood: Alberta StreetOwner: Deborah SmithOwnerEmail: littledebee@hotmail.comDescription: Small, Yellow 80's Schwinn road bike with mustache handle bars and black grip tape.Police record with: PortlandPolice reference#: 1090940This registrant does not have proof of ownership of this bike

Not your average 'cross race.(Photo © David Haines)

This past weekend, the Cross Crusade headed to Astoria for a double-header of racing and Halloween fun. I wasn't able to make it up there this year, but I wanted to share some of the hilarious costumes and scenes from the event.
Thanks to photographers Dave [...]

Year: 08Brand: CannondaleModel: Six 13 5 cColor:RedSize:58cmSerial: T037377Stolen in Portland, OR 97211Stolen:2010-11-01Stolen From: My houseNeighborhood: Ne pdxOwner: John GorhamOwnerEmail: Food4gorham@comcast.netDescription: DT Swiss wheels carbon cranks carbon seat post
Easton neck and bars. Brand new fenders.Police record with: PortlandPolice reference#: 10-90864This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

"... I would like to see, even if it's just a token registration fee, or some mechanism to go to the bicycle community, and say OK, you need to pay a share of the cost of providing those facilities — Tom Hughes, candidate for Metro President

BikePortland reader and citizen activist Spencer Boomhower just brought to [...]

Year: unknownBrand: WorkmanModel: tandem tricycleColor:Ford BlueSize:Royal BlueStolen in Portland, OR 97213Stolen:2010-10-31Stolen From: Locked next to utility trailer at the edge of our drivewayNeighborhood: Beaumont/Rose City ParkOwner: Chris CrabbOwnerEmail: mapleleafcarpentry@comcast.netDescription: Royal Blue Custom Workmans tandem tricycle. This 2 seater has a platform on the back (between 2 back wheels) where a wire basket goes. All 3 [...]