Month: March 2010

Orange Giant Transend LX 2009

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Year: 2009
Brand: Giant
Model: Transend LX
Color:Orange
Size:Medium
Serial: C49A0421
Photo: http://www.giant-bicycles.com/_upload_us/bikes/models/zooms/2009/Tran-Send-LX-Orange.jpg
Stolen in Portland, OR 97214
Stolen:2010-03-7
Stolen From: 1748 SE 12th Ave, Portland, OR. Right off the porch. The porch railing was broken off. Right next to Juniors Cafe, close to Hawthorne and 12th Ave intersection.
Neighborhood: Near Ladd’s Addition
Owner: Jenna Painter
OwnerEmail: painter@ohsu.edu
Description: The bike is a rusty orange color with disc brakes, a bell up front, a black and light tan seat, and a back wood rack with a black wire basket on the right back side. The bike also had a Bulldog mini U-lock on it, so that’s probably still hooked to the bars. It has Aluminum colored fenders and aluminum handlebars.
Police record with: 10-20611
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Silver/blue Trek 4100 2003

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Year: 2003
Brand: Trek
Model: 4100
Color:Silver/blue
Photo: http://www.bikepedia.com/Images/image.aspx?filename=2003-Trek-4100.jpg
Stolen in Portland, OR 97211
Stolen:2010-03-11
Stolen From: Stolen from garage near NE Grand and Skidmore
Neighborhood: Sabin
Owner: Christine McClane
OwnerEmail: folkjunkie@gmail.com
Description: Had several stickers on it including a rainbow strip wrapped around the frame, a “Siren Nation” sticker and one that says “I don’t need a war to power my bicycle”. Also had a cushioned seat, frame pack with bike tools, rear rack with elastic net, U-lock, front and rear lights.
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

A big day (and night) for Oregon on Capitol Hill

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The Oregon advocacy team on
the steps of the Capitol.
(Photos © J. Maus)

The 26-person Oregon bike advocacy team stormed Capitol Hill on Thursday, armed with cycling stats, stories, and a strong sense of purpose. It was lobbying day at the National Bike Summit and Team Oregon joined 700 bike advocates from all over the country to flood the Senate and House office buildings to make every Congressional representative aware that the bike movement is a force to be reckoned with.

The day started off with an inspirational pep rally that featured Minnesota Congressman Jim Oberstar. Oberstar said this will be a “a critical year” and reminded advocates that big things are possible and that, “It happens one member [of Congress] at a time!”

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Jobs of the Week

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If you were not already convinced by the blossoming trees, this week’s job listings are another sign that Spring is here and Summer is near.

If you know your way around a bike repair stand, one of these opportunities as a bike mechanic may be for you. Good luck!

For detailed information including duties and how to apply, here are the links:

Black/Green Gary Fisher Cosmo (youth) n/a

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Year: n/a
Brand: Gary Fisher
Model: Cosmo (youth)
Color:Black/Green
Size:20″ Wheels
Serial: TBI1265AT5L33305
Stolen in Portland, OR 97203
Stolen:2010-02-23
Stolen From: James John Elementary School on N Lombard and Charleston. The bike racks are on the north side of the school.
Neighborhood: St. Johns
Owner: Koali Blumer-Buell
OwnerEmail: koalib@lifeworksnw.org
Description: This bike was earned by a student through the Community Cycling Center Bike Club program. There should be a Community Cycling Center sticker on the seat tube.
Police record with: 10-150977
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

White Surly 1×1 2002-3

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Year: 2002-3
Brand: Surly
Model: 1×1
Color:White
Size:16 inch
Photo: http://www.cheekymonkey.com.au/transport%20images/coolbikes%20021.jpg
Stolen in Portland, OR 97214
Stolen:2010-03-11
Stolen From: in front of Sweet Pea Bakery, 12th and SE Stark
Neighborhood: Southeast
Owner: Sheridan Horning
OwnerEmail: sheridanhorning@gmail.com
Reward: $100
Description: The photo is something i found online. My bike has red sparkly handle grips, a leather selle italia saddle, clip-in pedals, a rack, and a frame that is more worn. It should be, since I’ve loved it for 7 1/2 years. Anyhow, the freakiest thing is that they picked my first generation Kryptonite Evolution.
Police record with: online
Police reference#: T10001391
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Portland company inks deal for The New Yorker bike jerseys

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Portland’s Retro is making a name
for themselves in the jersey business.

Southeast Portland-based apparel company Retro, has inked a licensing deal with The New Yorker to release two cycling jerseys based on the magazine’s iconic cover art. It’s just the latest licensing deal for Retro, a company that has found success by designing and marketing bike jerseys to a global market.

Retro, formerly known as Retro Image Apparel, says the jerseys will be available June 1st as part of The New Yorker’s 85th anniversary celebration. The two designs are based on art by American artist Theodore G. Haupt and Spanish artist Ana Juan. Check out the designs below:

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Vancouver (WA) gets on-street bike parking — UPDATED

New on-street bike corral.
(Photo: Jennifer Campos/City of Vancouver)

Back in October, we brought you news of an on-street bike parking facility that was planned for installation on Main Street in Vancouver, Washington (just a short hop over the Columbia River, north of Portland).

I’m happy to report that it has been installed! Leah Jackson, owner of Angst Gallery — which is adjacent to the new bike parking — sent in this photo:

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Bikestation coming to Hillsboro

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A new Bikestation is coming to Hillsboro.
(Photo is of Bikestation DC).
(Photo © J. Maus)

If all goes according to plan, Hillsboro (about 20 miles west of Portland) will be the first city in the Portland region to have a one-stop bike storage, shower, and locker facility — also known as a Bikestation.

While at the National Bike Summit I ran into Andrea White-Kjoss, the President and CEO of Bikestation (a division of Mobis Transportation Alternatives), who confirmed the news. I have since heard from City of Hillsboro Planning Manager Colin Cooper, who gave me more details on the project.

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Job: Bicycle Mechanic (Lakeside Bicycles)

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Job Title
Bicycle Mechanic

Company/Organization
Lakeside Bicycles

Job Description
Lakeside Bicycles is seeking an experienced bicycle mechanic for the 2010 season. The ideal candidate will posses integrity, a desire to help customers, a positive attitude and a sense of humor. Custom bike build and wheel building skills required. Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years shop experience. UBI or Barnett’s Bicycle Training Institute in conjunction with experience is desired but not necessary if the candidate has extensive shop experience.

If you are friendly, committed, dependable, and enjoy working with customers, then this may be the job for you!

How to Apply
If interested, please email your resume with cover letter, and references to Roberto(at)lakeside-bikes.com

Please no phone calls, snail mail or drop ins.

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