The Recyclery closes Ladds Circle and Madison Ave locations

Robby Fenstermaker in his SE Madison Avenue location in August 2009.(Photo © J. Maus) Portland-based used bike shop The Recyclery has closed two of their four locations. The Ladds Addition and SE Madison Avenue shops are now closed, while the St. Johns and downtown Portland locations will remain open. Owner of The Recyclery, Robby Fenstermaker, … Read more


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Police: No complaints lodged against The Recyclery

Our story about public accusations of illegal activity by The Recyclery bike shop has sparked a lot of dialogue. Yesterday, I spoke about this issue with Portland Police Bureau Sergeant Troy King who works in the PPB’s Special Property Investigations unit. One of Sgt. King’s main responsibilities is enforcing Portland’s Secondhand Dealer regulations. I asked … Read more


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Shop owner responds to allegations of selling stolen bikes, parts

Robby Fenstermaker, owner ofThe Recyclery.(Photo © J. Maus) A flyer that has been posted far and wide on the streets of Portland contains allegations that the owner of local used bike shop chain, The Recyclery, “knowingly purchases” and then sells stolen goods. The flyer contains serious accusations and names The Recyclery’s owner Robby Fenstermaker as … Read more


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Swap Meet at The Recyclery

Once per month bicycle swap meets. Entry is free, vendor space $20, some glass cases will be rented out for for $10. Spaces are limited and running out, so reserve yours soon. Dr. Elvis Panther will be spinnin’ the tasty tunes. Sponsored By The Recyclery Event Location: The Recyclery, 1417 SE 9th Ave, Portland, OR … Read more


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Recyclery Bike Swap

@ 1417 SE 9th Ave., Portland (The Recyclery) 1:00pm Come for a day of massive bike swap overdose.June 16th DJ Elvis panther will spin the tunes. There will be beer,food and bikes,lots O bikes!Gates open at 1:00 p.m. entry is free, vendor spaces are $20. For more info or to reserve a space call 503-734-8831. … Read more