Brand: BridgestoneModel: MB-4Color:White/PurpleSize:20"Serial: B123607Photo: http://www.retrobike.co.uk/forum/files/bridgestone_002_130.jpgStolen in Portland, OR 97201Stolen:2011-07-14Stolen From: Portland State University on Broadway in front of Cramer HallNeighborhood: SouthwestOwner: Chris JohnsonOwnerEmail: brokenbrick@gmail.comReward: $50Description: White and purple Bridgestone MB-4 (same colors as linked picture) with fenders on front and back, and an attached tire pump. Back tube is a presta while front one [...]

ODOT's move could level the playing field for active transportation.(Photos © J. Maus)

As I reported on Tuesday, a major organizational shift is taking shape at the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT). For the first time ever, ODOT will have an official Active Transportation "section" within the agency.
ODOT Director Matt Garrett made the announcement yesterday [...]

Year: 2006Brand: LemondModel: PopradColor:OrangeSize:52Serial: WL3333559Stolen in Portland, OR 97209Stolen:2011-07-12Stolen From: The bike was stolen from my deck between Davis and Everett facing NW 19th street. It was stolen at night and the lock was taken with it.Neighborhood: NorthwestOwner: Aaron ForesmanOwnerEmail: jemmy630@msn.comDescription: It is orange and Model 2006.Police record with: Portland PDPolice reference#: 11-058860This registrant [...]

Four students from Oregon Health & Science University are on a five week, 1,000 mile bike trip through Oregon. The students, three of them studying medicine and one aspiring veterinarian, are using the trip to raise awareness about the healthcare challenges faced by rural communities.
The students are stopping along the way to talk with community [...]

Event: Ninkasi Beer, Bites & Bikes (website)
Date: July 21 2011
Event Description:
The three best things to hit the scene are presented for your enjoyment.
A pairing of beer, bites and bikes at Madison’s. You are invited to attend this unique event featuring Jamie Floyd of Ninkasi Brewing. You will enjoy a pairing of great Ninaksi [...]

Year: 2009Brand: CerveloModel: RSColor:Black, grey, whiteSize:54cmSerial:SNRSC08K0062Stolen in Portland, OR 97232Stolen:2011-07-09Stolen From: Holladay Park at the STP finish outside the New Belgium Beer GardenOwner: Keith RoweOwnerEmail: Rowekeith@hotmail.comReward: YesDescription: Zipp 404 wheelset, Shimano Group 790, glossy black bar tapePolice record with: Portland Police Dept.Police reference#: 11-153723This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Year: 2008Brand: NovaraModel: Moxie 24"Color:GreenSize:WhitePhoto: http://www.rei.com/skuimage/730490/220Stolen in Portland, OR 97213Stolen:2011-07-13Stolen From: NE 47th and NE Hancock, PortlandNeighborhood: NE Portland, between Hollywood and Rose City ParkOwner: D. SchollOwnerEmail: psplanet@gmail.comDescription: Bike is lime green with white front handlebar post, white short fenders in back and behind front wheel on the diagonal tube (not up and over the [...]

Year: 2009Brand: ElectraModel: Townie 21Color:RedStolen in Portland, OR Stolen:2011-06-19Stolen From: Next door to Kells Irish Pub,Down town PortlandNeighborhood: DowntownOwner: Steven InghamOwnerEmail: ingham5@yahoo.comDescription: like new Townie 21 speed. Silver fenders black rack on back. White Wald front basket hanger. Black and White electra cruiser seat. Bell missing hart shape so writing on electra bell says I--- [...]

Caleb Pruitt will return to custody tomorrow.

The Multnomah County District Attorney is set to formally accept a plea deal between the family of Angela Burke and Caleb Pruitt.
Late at night on December 15th, Pruitt drove his Subaru Impreza at a high rate of speed (according to Police) on SW Barbur Blvd and struck Burke as [...]

An interesting big of information from the US DOT that could have some influence on local policy:
New research shows enforcement cuts distracted driving
Pilot Programs in Syracuse, NY and Hartford, CT Significantly Curb Texting and Cell Phone Use Behind the Wheel
SYRACUSE – U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today announced dramatic reductions in distracted driving in [...]

Track action on tap at Alpenrose all weekend.(Photos © J. Maus)

If you're anywhere near Pioneer Courthouse Square in downtown Portland today, you won't want to miss a rare opportunity to see former and (perhaps) future Olympic track racers. The Battle on the Bricks Roller Races is a preview event for this weekend's Alpenrose Velodrome Challenge [...]

Year: 2011Brand: NovaraColor:RedPhoto: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150211315838622&set=a.229549603621.135579.513068621&type=1&theaterStolen in Portland, OR 97210-3526Stolen:2011-07-12Stolen From: Pearl District on Flanders and 11th, by PF Changs.Neighborhood: Pearl DistrictOwner: Summer MatternOwnerEmail: summer@entersubtext.comDescription: This was a brand new bike, it's only been used maybe 10 times. It looks brand new.This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Year: 2009Brand: BianchiModel: B4P928 Carbon Mono Q Ultra SL SP DoubleColor:59Size:WhiteSerial:WBK644045DStolen in Portland, OR 97210Stolen:2011-07-12Stolen From: NW Library Branch - 23rd and ThurmanNeighborhood: Nob HillOwner: Bill JoyceOwnerEmail: wmmjoyce@gmail.comReward: $300 - I just want it back!!!Description: White frame, white seat, HUB stickers on seat and stem.Police record with: Portland POPolice reference#: 11-058604This registrant has documented proof [...]

Brand: dm dimand backColor:grabSize:24inch bike tired hugeStolen in Willowbrook, OR 60527Stolen:2011-07-12Stolen From: it was in my apt building basement where it was is the shead and my brother found out the code becaseu he was hiding and saw me do it so he tool it from me and will not tell me so please [...]

Year: 1980'sBrand: GiantModel: Mountain BikeColor:TurquoiseSize:mediumStolen in Portland, OR 97212Stolen:2011-07-6Stolen From: NE 11th and KnottNeighborhood: IrvingtonOwner: Avery MorrisOwnerEmail: averymorris11@gmail.comDescription: medium sized, with a white water bottle in the holsterThis registrant does not have proof of ownership of this bike

People from different ethnic, economic, and social backgrounds will come together for the Equity Bike Ride.(Photo © J. Maus)

Equity is a very big topic in transportation circles right now. From a debate over how to allocate space on the newly carfree SW Ankeny Blvd in downtown Portland, to larger discussions about where our region should [...]

Year: 1990ishBrand: CanopusModel: Road BikeColor:Dk Grey/YellowSize:58cmStolen in Portland, OR 97211Stolen:2011-07-12Stolen From: Back yard, corner of NE Holman St and NE 15thNeighborhood: WoodlawnOwner: Thomas KayOwnerEmail: tktster@gmail.comReward: YesDescription: Built up as a single speed with black RaceFace crank with 36t and 46t rings still on, old Shimano STI shifters used only for brakes (left shifter has lost [...]

Job Title: Seasonal Mechanic
Company:The Bike Commuter (website)
Job Description:
We are looking for a customer service minded mechanic/salesperson to join our small team in Sellwood. This position will be seasonal, and should run through at least November.
The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of bike shop mechanic experience, be completely customer service oriented, and [...]

ODOT Director Garrett says the shift will help make the agency more "efficient and multimodal."(Photo © J. Maus)

Matt Garrett, Director of the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) has sent out a memo via email to staff and stakeholders throughout the state that he is moving forward with a significant structural shift for the agency.
Writing that, [...]

Big crowds turned out for the final open house.(Photo: PBOT)

The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is just weeks away from asking City Council to formally adopt their final design recommendation for the 50s Bikeway Project. The $1.5 million federally funded project, which was first identified as a priority 15 years ago in the 1996 Bike [...]