Month: September 2007

Stolen Bianchi Sport SX

Buffered Bike Lane with a bike symbol and arrow pointing forward

Had bullhorn style handlebars wrapped with camo grip. White bmx style pedals. Pretty hard to miss. Anti-bannana sticker on the top tube

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Oberstar and DeFazio rock Cycle Oregon

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DeFazio and Oberstar seemed
more like running-mates
than Congressional colleagues.
(Photos: Jonathan Maus)

Last night’s ride report was cut short and I didn’t get a chance to share more thoughts and photos of Congressman Oberstar and Representative DeFazio from last night.

The two members of Congress joined Cycle Oregon for a grueling climb yesterday and then spoke on the Main Stage after dinner.

DeFazio spoke of his admiration for Oberstar and told us about opportunities for bicycles in the Federal Transportation Bill despite, “being saddled with Bush.”

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The Bicycle Advisory Committee wants you!

Portland Bicycle Advisory Committee

The PBAC in action.
(Photo: Jonathan Maus)

If you’ve ever wanted to get involved with Portland’s bike movement, now is your chance. The Portland Bicycle Advisory Committee (or PBAC in wonky circles) is officially seeking new members.

I’ve reported about PBAC many times in the past, but in case you’re still wondering what they do, here’s the deal: The PBAC is the liaison between the City’s power structure (the Mayor’s Office and City Council) and us citizens. The committee is led by PDOT’s bike coordinator (currently Roger Geller) and made up of a bunch of smart, independent, volunteer advocates. Currently the committee is chaired by bike lawyer Mark Ginsberg.

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Latest Headlines

Sunday Parkways returns to North Portland this summer

Advocates demand action from PBOT on concrete planter removals

Jobs of the Week: Community Cycling Center, eBike Store, Go By Bike

Kotek announces co-chairs and mission of new transportation workgroup

From the Archives

With six kids and no car, this mom does it all by bike