The Monday Roundup

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Helmetless in the holy land, mountain bikes in Seattle, two-wheeled EMTs, carfree babies, how women park, Caribbean cargo trikes, and royal disapproval

Here’s the news that caught our eye this week:

“There were just too many cars for the system,” was how an ODOT representative explained the worst car traffic backups that Portland has ever seen after an unexpected weekday afternoon snowstorm last week left 4 inches of snow on the ground just in time for the evening commute.

– Distracted driving is the new drunk driving, and a growing number of states are joining the charge led by new transpo sec’y LaHood to curb all manner of driving while texting and talking on the phone — though few are even discussing a crackdown on hands-free cell phone use.

– Communities across the US are starting to follow Virginia’s lead in eliminating cul-de-sac development. This article makes the case for why grid streets are safer and less of a drain on municipal resources and public goods.

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Biking to PSU? Get free breakfast all week

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Bikes parked outside PSU’s
Smith Student Union.
(Photo © J. Maus)

Word from our friends at the Portland State University Bicycle Advocacy Collective (PSUBAC) is that they’re kicking off 2010 with free ‘Breakfast for Bikers’ every day this week.

From 9:00 to 11:00 am, you’ll be treated to pastries, coffee and other snacks: All you have to do is show up with your bike (and your own mug). They’ll be set up near the cycle track on SW Broadway at Harrison through Thursday and on Friday they’ll be at the newly opened PSU Bike Hub on the SW corner of SW 6th and Harrison.

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Photos/recap of BTA New Year’s Day ride

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Riders aglow on the Springwater.
Gallery/Slideshow below –
(Photos © J. Maus)

On New Year’s Day, about 60 people assembled under the west side of the Morrison Bridge to start 2010 off with a bike ride. The Bicycle Transportation Alliance has led this traditional ride for as long as anyone can remember, and this year, the leader was one of their Walk and Bike Ambassadors, Carl Larson.

Mr. Larson led the brightly-clad group (for some reason this ride leads all others in neon-colored rain jackets) over the Hawthorne Bridge and then south on the Eastbank Esplanade. The ride’s first stop was the former location of the infamous Caruthers Street stop sign (it has since been removed). Carl, in his typically funny deadpan delivery, addressed the crowd: “This is likely the last time any of you will ever stop at this spot… and it might be the first time you’ve ever stopped here as well.”

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purple Fuji Odessa

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Brand: Fuji
Model: Odessa
Color:purple
Size:48-53cm
Photo: http://img690.imageshack.us/img690/6494/n683224953152.jpg
Stolen in portland, OR 97211
Stolen:2010-01-3
Stolen From: 15th and Alberta
Neighborhood: Alberta / Vernon
Owner: Brett Glass
OwnerEmail: brettglass@yahoo.com
Reward: $100 — more than the bike is worth, but I love it.
Description: There is a U-lock attached to the handlebar, a rear rack and silver fenders.
This registrant does not have proof of ownership of this bike

Job: Bicycle salesperson / Mechanic Extraordinaire – (Renovo Hardwood Bicycles) – FILLED

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Job Title
Bicycle salesperson / Mechanic Extraordinaire
This position has been filled.

Company/Organization
Renovo Hardwood Bicycles

Job Description
Renovo Hardwood Bicycles manufactures high quality bicycles of wood and laminated bamboo in Portland, OR. We are adding a teammate whose primary responsibilities will be bike builds and working with customers, but who will also work with engineering and manufacturing as necessary and appropriate. We’re all about equal opportunity.

Our ideal candidate:
Has a friendly, positive, enthusiastic demeanor with a healthy sense of humor.
Is passionate about cycling.
Has two or more years of college, pre-engineering is great but not necessary. An aviation tech is a substantial plus.
Has worked in a shop environment other than bicycles.
Has three or more years experience building high-end bikes, frame up.
Experienced with both road and mtb builds.
Has extensive knowledge and experience with groupos from all three major manufacturers.
Enjoys working with people.
Is well organized and comfortable with multitasking.
Uses Google obsessively to learn stuff
Finds MS Excel useful.
Has excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Is detail and quality oriented.
Is comfortable and safe using power tools.
Likes dogs and cats.
Fine woodworking experience is a plus.
Wants a Renovo bicycle.

This position is full time and year-round and responsibilities include:
Assist customers in person and on the phone.
Advise customers on component selection.
Assembling, tuning and repairing Renovo bicycles.
Basic fitting.
Record keeping.
Shipping customer bikes.
Purchasing bicycle components.
Working with the engineering dept.
Travel for participation in trade shows, bicycle expos.

How to Apply
Please email a resume, salary history and detailed cover letter to info(at)renovobikes(dot)com explaining why you’re the best fit for the position, and what additional skills/experience you would bring.
Please submit documents as MS word or PDFs. Please no snail mail, phone calls or drop-ins.

black trek 560 86

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Year: 86
Brand: trek
Model: 560
Color:black
Size:21″/53cm
Stolen in , OR
Stolen:2009-12-3
Stolen From: i believe the bike was stolen from se portland but not totally sure on this
Owner: david cox
OwnerEmail: daviedeth@hellokitty.com
Description: i have repossessed a long ago stolen bike. it’s a really drawn out thing, as a sketchy “friend” of a friend had this bike a year or a little more ago, i was consulted around that time for help with the situation, but it took until a week ago for me to get ahold of the bike. it has just been posted to craigslist a second time today. i want to get it back to it’s rightful owner.

blue Trek 1000 WSD 2006

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Year: 2006
Brand: Trek
Model: 1000 WSD
Color:blue
Size:54cm
Serial: TBI0405C46I2048
Photo: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lirialove/4239034240/
Stolen in Portland,, OR 97209
Stolen:2010-01-2
Stolen From: The Yards At Union Station parking complex, second floor. 783 NW Naito Parkway, building 3. Cross streets are NW 9th and NW Everett. By the Union Station train station.
Neighborhood: River District
Owner: Lily Ann Page
OwnerEmail: aquarunner12@hotmail.com
Description: Trek 1000 WSD (women’s specific design) road bike with white tape on the drop bars. Height is 54 cm. Seat is Terry brand with embroidered yellow butterfly on the bike and an all-over black on black leopard print fabric. Seat post and front fork are carbon fiber. Color is bright royal blue with silver detailing on carbon fiber areas. A water bottle holder was attached to the bottom tube. They stole the frame and front wheel but left the rear wheel. Front wheel is Alexabrand AT450.
Police record with: T10000005
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

RED KLEIN PULSE COMP III 1996

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Year: 1996
Brand: KLEIN
Model: PULSE COMP III
Color:RED
Size:21″
Serial: KO06551
Stolen in PORTLAND, OR 97203
Stolen:2009-12-29
Stolen From: Home on 7937 N. Willamette Blvd
Neighborhood: St. Johns
Owner: TORY HOFF
OwnerEmail: ELL_DUTCH@COMCAST.NET
Description: Had Speedplay Frogs clipless pedals, RockShox Judy XC front forks.
Police record with: 09-115384
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

black Staiger Daytona 2007

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Year: 2007
Brand: Staiger
Model: Daytona
Color:black
Size:28
Stolen in Portland, OR 97212
Stolen:2009-12-29
Stolen From: backyard of my house in inner NE Portland close to irvington park
Neighborhood: irvington
Owner: Hardy Steinacker
OwnerEmail: hardy.steinacker@gmail.com
Reward: 600$
Description: cross bike with continental white wall tires (intermediates), STAIGER DAYTONA with black horse label on front frame. shimano deore shift system, cross plastic fender fixed with cable tie over front wheel.
this should be the only staiger bike in the Portland area since it is a German manufacturer who does not export them.
also it has a ABUS chain lock mounted to the frame as well as a small pump and a stalle back below the sattle.
the bike handle is straight and very long.
Police reference#: 09-115079
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

black tomscargobikes.com Cargo bike

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Brand: tomscargobikes.com
Model: Cargo bike
Color:black
Size:26 inch
Photo: flickr.com/photos/tomscargobikes/4061904329
Stolen in Portland, OR 97266
Stolen:2009-12-30
Stolen From: Stolen from my garage, along with a welder, SE 92nd between Holgate & Harold.
Neighborhood: Lents
Owner: Tom LaBonty
OwnerEmail: tslabonty@hotmail.com
Description: This is a custom built cargo bike. It’s black with a black front loading box and wood bench seat – bakfiet style.
Police record with: PDX PD
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Aqua tomscargobikes.com Cargo Bike

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Brand: tomscargobikes.com
Model: Cargo Bike
Color:Aqua
Size:20 inch
Photo: flickr.com/photos/tomscargobikes/4201269795
Stolen in Portland, OR 97266
Stolen:2009-12-30
Stolen From: Stolen from my garage on 92nd ave between Holgate & Harold
Neighborhood: Lents
Owner: Tom LaBonty
OwnerEmail: tslabonty@hotmail.com
Description: This is a custom made cargo bike. Kids aqua bakfiet style with wicker cargo basket.
Police record with: PDX PD
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike