Due to bike lane conditions like these, PBOT advises to take the lane.(Photo © J. Maus) Please use this post to report on riding conditions in your neighborhood. I’m on a walk right now and several main roads have been cleared of snow. While that’s good for folks in cars, it also means the bike … Read more
I’m a bit late in posting this, but here’s the Bureau of Transportation’s storm update for Monday, 12/22 (read it online here): Released: December 22, 2008 Contact: Cheryl Kuck, 503-823-5909 PUBLIC URGED TO AVOID UNNECESSARY TRAVEL Icy roads and continuing inclement weather present challenges to road crews, transit providers, and travelers
One of the worst storms in Portlandhistory is yet another strain on the City budget.(Photo © J. Maus) Already on a downward slope due to a dwindling gas tax and lower parking revenues, and facing millions in necessary cutbacks, the Portland Bureau of Transportation is now feeling the hurt due to the severe storm that … Read more
SE Main Street on my ride into work this morning.(Photo © J. Maus) Just how bad have things gotten in the Portland region? I just got this email from Michael Pullen, the Public Information Officer with Multnomah County: Multnomah County has issued a declaration of emergency to the state of Oregon requesting resources to assist … Read more
Enjoying the carfree streets yesterday.(Photo © J. Maus) The snow is coming down as I write this, falling onto the existing snow and ice from yesterday. I’m about to head out into it, from our home in North Portland to the office in the Central Eastside. What are conditions like where you are? Please use … Read more
Here’s the latest from PBOT: City and State Crews Gear Up for Next Storm System (12/19) Contact: Cheryl Kuck, 503-823-5909 (PORTLAND, OR) – The National Weather Service is predicting another severe winter weather event for the Portland metropolitan region this weekend. City and State crews are prepared to respond.
Dee from Magpie Messenger Collective says the harsh weather hasn’t slowed down his business.(Photo © J. Maus) From the look of things so far this morning, this might be one of most challenging commutes of the storm thus far (see latest Oregonian coverage). We had a nice bit of snow yesterday and much of stuck … Read more
A snowy bike lane on N. Rosa Parks Way.(Photo © J. Maus) Snow has just begun to fall across the Portland Metro area. But luckily, so far, the big freeze that was predicted for last night/this morning hasn’t happened. Like we’ve done for the past few days, please use the comments below to share details … Read more
Here’s the latest press release about the storm from PDOT (also available online): City Encourages Commuters to Take Transit Thursday Expect variable conditions The City of Portland advises commuters to expect variable road conditions throughout the day Thursday and therefore to take transit. If you have to drive, pre-fit and carry chains in your vehicle. … Read more
“The probability is that you will get your money’s worth over the life of the tire. Probably in less than three seasons. Maybe even less than this season.” – Portlander Daniel Johnson on whether or not you should buy studded tires With snow and ice a reality for at least a few more days, and … Read more
Riding on SE Main just before 8th.(Photo © J. Maus) I thought it would be helpful to refresh my call for feedback on what the riding conditions are like throughout the Portland metro area this morning. I’m still undecided if I’ll ride down to the Central Eastside today (from North Portland) because I don’t want … Read more
The gravel-strewn bike lane on SE Madison.(Photo © J. Maus) Here in Portland, after the novelty of riding in the snow wears off and the fear of icy roads subsides, people that bike are faced with an unfortunate byproduct of severe weather — gravel. The gravel is a more eco-friendly way to deal with slippery … Read more