Year: 2005Brand: FeltModel: SR-71Color:BlackSize:56 cmSerial: A402290124Stolen in Portland, OR 97213Stolen:2011-04-10Stolen From: Binford condominiums, NE 70th and Hancock.Neighborhood: Rose CityOwner: Nora RobertsonOwnerEmail: nora.robertson@gmail.comReward: $200Description: Black matte frame with black back rack. Motorcycle-style headlamp, super bright. Red blinking light attached to back of seat post.Police record with: Portland PDPolice reference#: 1128739This registrant has documented proof of ownership [...]

Rollin' down Melrose Ave.(Photo © J. Maus)

Last week I received (and accepted) an invite from Bikes Belong (a national bike advocacy non-profit) to watch first-hand as they take the next step in their People for Bikes campaign.
Tomorrow morning I'll head down to Los Angeles to be present at the filming of a new video [...]

Riders set out on the 2009 De Ronde.(Photo © J. Maus)

The infamous and grueling "De Ronde Van West Portlandia" is set for this Sunday (4/17).
The ride, inspired by the Tour of Flanders in Belgium, was first held in 2007. 100 people showed up that first year and by 2009, the turnout had ballooned to [...]

This guest post is by Michael Andersen of Portland Afoot, a "10-minute newsmagazine" and wiki about low-car life in Portland.
How much do various types of transportation projects cost taxpayers? Here's an imperfect, but startling, hint:

From 1995 to 2010, our state and federal government spent $5,538 per new bike or foot commuter in the Portland metro [...]

ODOT Region 1 Director Jason Tell at the High Crash Corridor program launch on SE Foster Rd. in November 2010.(Photo © J. Maus)

The Portland Bureau of Transportation has announced three public open houses for their High Crash Corridor program. The first one, which will focus on SW Barbur Blvd, is set for this Wednesday, April [...]

Our friends at BicyclingHub.com have moved their retail store and they're inviting everyone to a big party this Friday to help celebrate. See details below:
BicyclingHub.com's Grand Opening Celebration of its new Portland retail space in Inner SE Portland on Friday, April 15th is planned with a decidedly bike-themed flavor in mind. With free beer from [...]

Just another day on Broadway near I-5.(Photo © J. Maus)

Tonight at ODOT headquarters in Northwest Portland, City and state transportation officials will host a public meeting to discuss how to best improve the transportation system around the I-5/Broadway/Weidler interchange near the Rose Quarter.
The event is part of the N/NE Quadrant Project, a "unique collaboration" between [...]

Could happen sooner than you think.(Photo © J. Maus)

It's been over four years since the City of Portland first announced their interest in bike-sharing. They've held off for a number of reasons; but new developments show that the plan could come to fruition sooner than you might think.
A panel discussion on the topic at the [...]

The Bureau of Environmental Services has just announced that the Eastbank Esplanade will be closed to all users for five days starting on Monday, April 18th. More details in the press release below:
News Release
April 11, 2011
For immediate release
For more information contact Linc Mann, 503-823-5328
Five-day closure of the Eastbank Esplanade near OMSI
Environmental Services will close [...]

"Death by dangerous cycling law gets government support"— From the U.K. Seriously.

Here's the news that caught our eye this week:
- In the UK, in the wake of a tragic crash, the government is moving to pass a law to handle traffic fatalities caused by people bicycling.
- A new report takes a look at the [...]

The Pedal Nation/PDX Bicycle Show did not disappoint. If you missed the action today, it's open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm tomorrow (Sunday).
Check out the slideshow below for our photos from the day. You can also see updates from the show via Twitter here. Check back Monday for a recap of the [...]

Year: 2011Brand: centurionModel: womens small frameColor:purple/white retro fadeStolen in Portland, OR 97212Stolen:2011-04-07Stolen From: NE Stanton and MLK BlvdNeighborhood: NE StantonOwner: Elisabeth HoranOwnerEmail: elisabethainsley@gmail.comDescription: This bike fades from deep purple to white and has random 1990s-style yellow and blue shapes on the main frame. It was decorated with fruit stickers. Side view mirror, silver rear rack.Police [...]

A scene from last year's show.(Photo © J. Maus)

The big PDX Bicycle Show is this weekend! I thought it'd be cool to have a post up just so folks can chime in and share info and insights about the show.
The schedule is packed full of awesome biking goodness and the top-notch exhibitors are sure [...]

Job Title:
Inventory Control Production Team Support – Bicycle Control Kitter
Company/Organization:
Bike Friday, Eugene OR
Job Description:
Inventory Control Production Team Support – Bicycle Control Kitter
Do you love creating order and feel the need to organize everything around you? Do you love bicycles / bicycle components and working on a team? This position could be fulfilling if you do.
Green [...]

Jacob Croall booking photo

Police arrested a 26-year old man this morning on charges related to the fatal hit-and-run crash on Highway 211 west of Molalla that occurred on March 22nd.
Jacob Croall turned himself in and was arrested at the office of his attorney in east Portland at 10:00 am this morning and he has been [...]

The meeting is on April 12th at 6:00 pm in the Lovejoy Room at City Hall. The agenda is below...
Meet the Director
Tom Miller, recently appointed Director of the Bureau of Transportation, will fully take the reins on May 1st. Tom will discuss the opportunities offered to Portland by bicycle transportation and this thoughts about [...]

This woman decided to take a closer look at the rows of blooming cherry trees in Waterfront Park.- See more images below-

The VelEau is a new direction for Showers Pass.

Gate on I-5 bridge.(Photo: Todd Boulanger)

Yesterday we received information from a reader that the gates on the I-5 bridge sidewalk had malfunctioned, staying closed for over 30 minutes on Wednesday night and blocking access across the bridge for people on bikes and on foot.
That reader, Todd Boulanger, has since been contacted by Kimberly Dinwiddie at [...]