Join me for a quick flight...(Photo © J. Maus)

Two years ago, the fine folks at Bridge Pedal gave me the opportunity to fly over the ride in a helicopter. With my camera and a five-point harness firmly buckled around me, I flew high above the iconic event and got a perspective on our city that [...]

Kevin Phomma (as seen in Vimeo video)

The two people on bikes involved in a fatal hit-and-run collision early this morning did not know each other. One of the two was 17-year old Portlander Kevin Phomma. Phomma was riding in front of the man who was killed, and, after the collision, he flagged down a passing [...]

Year: 2008Brand: JamisModel: Ventura SportColor:redSize:51''Serial:u81k1343Stolen in Portland, OR orStolen:2011-08-12Stolen From: south east clintonNeighborhood: SE clinton and 42ndOwner: stephanie guentherOwnerEmail: stephaniekg@gmail.comReward: 50$Description: New looking bike, nice new tires. Geared bike... red with black grips.Police record with: portland pdPolice reference#: 11-154357This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Intersection of SE 85th and Division.

One person died and another person was taken to the hospital suffered minor injuries after a hit-and-run in Southeast Portland early this morning. The Police say the collision happened around 1:00 am this morning on SE Division at 85th.
After arriving on the scene the officers discovered the suspect vehicle dumped [...]

Year: 1990?Brand: rayleighModel: mens mountain bikeColor:silver/graySize:21" ???Stolen in Portland, OR 97211Stolen:2011-08-11Stolen From: taken from breezeway with open gate along side residence. NE 17th Ave between NE Going and WygantNeighborhood: sabinOwner: shannon schillingOwnerEmail: shannon_schilling@beaverton.k12.or.usReward: noDescription: Mens' mountain bike (approx frame size = 21 inch?), Raleigh, silver, with black rack, extremely curved/upright handlebars and neck, water [...]

Year: 2008Brand: GiantModel: Arete Mt. BikeColor:BronzeSize:XXsmallSerial:GG772763Stolen in portland, OR 97215Stolen:2011-08-11Stolen From: LOCKED at Belmont library (SE 39th)Neighborhood: BELMONT LIBRARY/ Sunnyside neighborhoodOwner: Alysa WulfOwnerEmail: wulfganesh@gmail.comReward: $75+++++Description: Bomber suspension-Marzocchi, Stroker disc brakes, 26" wheels, SRAM X-9 or 7 shifters/derailleur, +++Police record with: PPBThis registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

TriMet GM Neil McFarlane knows that better biking and walking access to transit will result in more trips.(Photo © J. Maus)

TriMet General Manager Neil McFarlane knows how important it is to get the right language into Transportation System Plans (TSPs) — the documents that dictate many of the transportation policies and investments in cities and [...]

PBOT map of Bryant-Holman Connector project.

The Portland Bureau of Transportation continues their expansion of low-stress bike streets in North Portland with a neighborhood meeting for the Bryant-Holman Connector project tonight.

Sellwood Bridge CAC member Richard Marantz wants your input.(Photo © J. Maus)

Multnomah County has just launched a virtual open house for the Sellwood Bridge project and they're looking for your input on key design and funding decisions.
Among the many aspects of the project featured in the open house is the design of the multi-use [...]

Bikes will be part of the dream.

In a sign that promoters of new homes in subdivisions miles away from downtown Portland understand the community-building power of bicycling, organizers of the NW Natural Street of Dreams event want attendees to tour the homes by bike.
The long-running event is a showcase of new homes that's meant to [...]

Brand: SchwinnColor:greyPhoto: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ahillen/6022180933/in/photostreamStolen in Portland, OR 97210Stolen:2011-08-8Stolen From: My apartment on NW Glisan & 23rdNeighborhood: NorthwestOwner: Michael AhillenOwnerEmail: michaelahillen@gmail.comDescription: Schwinn road bike - cruiser with fenders.

Year: 2006-7Brand: BianchiModel: San JoseStolen in Portland, OR 97202Stolen:2011-08-10Stolen From: my house, at 28th and woodward in southeastNeighborhood: ClintonOwner: Benjamin MagazinerOwnerEmail: bmagaziner@gmail.comReward: 150Description: 55cm bianchi san jose
basically stock, with a silver rear rack and red and blue bungie cords on it. black plastic fenders one of which used to be yellow, which can be seen [...]

Year: 2002Brand: TrekModel: STP 400Color:Black/blueSize:19Serial:WL0009303Stolen in Portland, OR 97213Stolen:2011-08-10Stolen From: Stolen from bike rack at rontoms. 6th and SE BurndsideNeighborhood: SoutheastOwner: Ben EpsteinOwnerEmail: benjye27@gmail.comReward: 800.00Description: 2002 Trek STP 400. Carbon frame with blue and white decals. Dual suspension. Volkswagen decal on rear frame. Brand new specialized mtb tires. Black tape wrapped around tube under chain.Police [...]

BTA Executive Director Rob Sadowsky maneuvers around an unpaved street in East Portland during a ride with the City's Bicycle Advisory Committee.(Photos © J. Maus)

With the entire roadway roped off, foot traffic (and the occasional person on a bike) crowds onto the SW Ankeny sidewalk.(Photos © J. Maus)

Bikeway coming soon (we hope).(Photo © J. Maus)

A bikeway project BikePortland has followed since April 2008 could be completed by the end of this month. The Portland Bureau of Transportaiton (PBOT) says they now expect the N Rosa Parks Way bikeway to be completed by the end of August.
The project was on a list of [...]

Friday night is the 10th anniversary of the Twilight Criterium, Portland's only major downtown bike race, and organizers are pulling out all the stops.
Over the years, the event has morphed from just a bike race into a huge party and mini-festival. Ayleen Crotty with Good Sport Promotions says they've made several additions to the event [...]

Year: 2009Brand: TrekModel: 4300Color:Matte blackSerial: WTU15400896DStolen in Port, OR Stolen:2011-08-6Stolen From: Fred Meyer 148th & Division @ 1:30 pmOwner: Mark LacyOwnerEmail: mlx@comcast.netDescription: Front shocks disc brakes front and back. Head and tail lightsPolice record with: Port. P DPolice reference#: 11-067293This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Can data make us a smarter city.(Photo © J. Maus)

The City of Portland announced a collaboration with IBM today to "better understand the dynamic behavior of cities."
The initiative is part of IBM's Smarter Cities project that looks to use computer modeling and data analysis to inform city planning and policies. Or, as IBM Chairman [...]

Seen in the Lloyd District: "A thief is able to cut your cable."It's not just a catchy tag line, it's real (see below).(Photo © J. Maus)

I've got some good news and bad news about bike theft in Portland. First, the good news...
So far in 2011, BikePortland has received about 17% fewer stolen bike listings compared [...]