Jess and Kronda scored new belts from Cycle Dog.- Slideshow Below -

Day one of BikeCraft is in the books. Below are the rest of the photos from the show floor. If you missed the action today — or if you didn't get to see everything and need to come back — we'll [...]

BTA members and staff singing "O Come All Ye Bicyclists." - Watch the video below. -

One of the many treats at Day One of BikeCraft was a performance by the BTA Carolers. Our friends from the Bicycle Transportation Alliance (with help from Steph Routh of the Willamette Pedestrian Coalition), warmed up the venue with [...]

It's huge! It's fun! It's happening right now! - Slideshow Below -(Photos © J. Maus)

The 6th annual BikeCraft holiday gift fair is up and running. Below is a sampling of the amazing arts, crafts, and gifts that are on display. We are here all weekend (15 NE Hancock, north of Broadway off of [...]

Year: 2005Brand: FELTModel: F15Color:BlackSize:58cmSerial: 40500027Photo: http://www.spaso.com/felt2005/f15.shtmlStolen in Portland, OR 97209Stolen:2010-10-15Stolen From: Locked in GarageNeighborhood: Pearl DistrictOwner: Glenn SholtonOwnerEmail: gsholton97209@gmail.comReward: $200Description: 2005 FELT F15 58cm Dura Ace components built in April of 2005, the Serial Number is 40500027This registrant does not have proof of ownership of this bike

Year: 2008Brand: FELTModel: Z25Color:BlackSize:51cmStolen in Portland, OR 97209Stolen:2010-12-3Stolen From: 6th and NW FlandersNeighborhood: Old TownOwnerEmail: beth@pearmentor.orgDescription: FELT Z25 51cm black road bike: gold handlebar tape, red wheels, red LOOK pedalsPolice record with: Jason WolfPolice reference#: 10-99660This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Nice huh? See more from Portland-based Truce Designs at BikeCraft (Sunday only).

I'm about to head down to 15 NE Hancock to help JR and a crew of volunteers put the finishing touches on the BikeCraft venue (the big event starts tomorrow at 10:00 am). Before I sign off for the day, I wanted to [...]

Be advised and expect increased motor vehicle traffic on SE Clinton (shown here) and Lincoln due to a construction detour.(Photo © J. Maus)

A re-paving project will close two blocks of SE Division for two weeks beginning this Monday (12/6) later this month. The work, which the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) announced today, means [...]

The rules would mandate that people incars and trucks can see behind them when backing up.(Photos © J. Maus)

The US Department of Transportation wants to create a new safety regulation to help eliminate blind spots behind motor vehicles. The DOT says the proposal is aimed at preventing fatalities and injuries to people victimized by "low-speed [...]

Year: 2006Brand: GiantModel: YukonColor:OrangeSize:17Serial:CC5J2428Stolen in Portland, OR 97201Stolen:2010-11-25Stolen From: Hamilton West Apartments, 1212 SW Clay StreetNeighborhood: DowntownOwner: Nick FoxOwnerEmail: djnickfox@gmail.comDescription: New city tires on bike, good shocks / suspension, bright golden orange color with black letters. Very good condition.Police record with: Portland Police BureauPolice reference#: 10-155960This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

As you may recall, back in spring we launched a partnership with 94.7fm to spread the word about bikes on the radio. Since then I've been hitting the airwaves daily with fun and informative 30-second messages. You can listen to all of them on our special BikePortland on the Radio page.

I just want [...]

The Portland Police Bureau are offering a $1,000 reward for help in solving a brutal assault and possible hate crime that occurred in Southeast over a month ago. Both the suspect and the man who was assaulted were on bicycles, according to police and media reports.
The PPB released a statement yesterday saying [...]

Fans cheer a rider during the 2007 USGP stop in Portland.(Photos © J. Maus)

The Greenware® U.S. Gran Prix of Cyclocross returns to Portland International Raceway Saturday and Sunday for the Stanley Portland Cup, the fourth and final round of the four-weekend, eight-race national series that started in September.
Since 2004, the USGP has featured the deepest, [...]

Watch out thieves, there's a GPS in there.(Photos: GPS Track This)

[Via BikeBiz]
Word is quickly spreading on the Interwebs tonight about what many have considered the Holy Grail of bike theft — a GPS tracker for bicycles.
UK-based GPS Track This now offers (wholesale only at this point it seems) the "Spylamp Bicycle GPS Tracker", a small [...]

Artist: Jason Hardy(See more below)

According to artist and founder of The Canary Project Edward Morris, the Green Patriot Posters project was launched to "create stronger, more broadly appealing imagery for the sustainability movement". When he and his partners set up a website and asked designers to submit posters, they were intrigued by how many [...]

Two Metro councilors — Kathryn Harrington and Robert Liberty — traveled to Washington D.C. yesterday to accept a National Award for Smart Growth Achievement from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Metro was one of five communities to be recognized. They received the award in the "Policies, Programs, and Regulations" category specifically for their [...]

This pretty much sums up BikeCraft.(Photos © J. Maus)

This weekend is our 6th annual BikeCraft holiday gift fair and you'll be kicking yourself if you don't come and check it out.
For the first time, we'll have the doors open for two days to accomodate your busy schedule. Swing by 15 NE Hancock [...]

A national cyclocross race series stops in Portland this weekend.(Photo © J. Maus)

For the next two weekends, the attention of cyclocross fans across America will be on Oregon.
This weekend is the Stanley Portland Cup, the fourth and final stop of the United States Gran Prix of Cyclocross. Next weekend, the action moves [...]

As we reported on Tuesday, the Bicycle Transportation Alliance (BTA) is using the upcoming legislative session as a rebuilding year. Coming off a rough session in 2009 and accepting the reality of Oregon's economic situation, instead of pushing for major new laws or funding bills, the BTA will focus on two minor tweaks to [...]

BikeCraft is this weekend!

This weekend is plump with great rides and events, including a few regular favorites and several long-awaited treats that only come once a year. Choose your own adventure and ride safely!
Friday, December 3rd
6:00pm-9:00pm: First Friday Art by Bike
This free monthly art gallery tour of inner Southeast and Northeast Portland hosted by [...]