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'Bike the Lights' returns to PIR for second year

Wednesday, December 1st, 2010

Many people braved 20-degree temps to see the (carfree) light displays at PIR last year.(Photos © J. Maus)

PSU Engineering school to host e-bike display

Wednesday, December 1st, 2010

Neat event coming up for e-bike fans this Sunday from 1-4 at PSU Engineering Building atrium (1930 SW 4th). Here's the blurb, followed by event flyer:
Local builders of electric vehicles will be displaying their creations to showcase the present state of electric vehicle engineering and technology and to allow local electric vehicle builders to [...]

Black Trek Mountain Bike

Wednesday, December 1st, 2010

Brand: Trek Mountain BikeColor:BlackStolen in Portland, OR 97218Stolen:2010-11-29Owner: Kevin PoeOwnerEmail: kevin@newheightstherapy.comDescription: Found Near Alberta and 60th stashed in bushes

Police capture hit and run suspect after Northeast Portland collision - UPDATED

Wednesday, December 1st, 2010

Photo from scene of collision at NE Lombard and 15th,(Photos: Portland Police)

A man was struck by a large motor vehicle while he rode his bike on Lombard Street in Northeast Portland yesterday. The crash left him with very serious injuries and the person operating the motor vehicle fled the scene. Portland Police later apprehended the [...]

Wanted: Your feedback about comments on BikePortland

Wednesday, December 1st, 2010

Results from our recent reader survey: 49% say comments are their "least favorite" part of the site.

I want to share a few things regarding comments here on BikePortland.
Regular readers know that my efforts to foster quality, productive, and respectful comments has been (and will continue to be) a work in progress. I [...]

Ask BikePortland: Can a front bike light be too bright?

Wednesday, December 1st, 2010

Being seen doesn't have to cause temporary blindness.(Photos © J. Maus)

Today's question comes from reader Chris M. Chris wonders if there's such a thing as a front bike light that's just too bright..
"I've been blinded on my morning commute a few times too many. This afternoon while riding north from Sellwood on the Springwater, [...]

Introducing bike trailer maker Black Oak Fabrications

Wednesday, December 1st, 2010

A new, Portland-based company specializes in heavy-duty bike trailers that can attach to nearly any bike.(Photos: Black Oak Fabrications)

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