2010 Archives

Copper/Ivory Jamis Aurora 2007

Buffered Bike Lane with a bike symbol and arrow pointing forward

Year: 2007
Brand: Jamis
Model: Aurora
Color:Copper/Ivory
Size:53cm
Serial: U6YU19814
Photo: farm3.static.flickr.com/2069/2100589753_a9639.
Stolen in portland, OR 97212
Stolen:2010-02-21
Stolen From: close in NE Portland
Owner: katy guetschow
OwnerEmail: katyguetschow@gmail.com
Description: All factory, except added front fender, some damage due to the wreck which resulted in its theft…
Police reference#: T10001008
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Oregon Senate, NASA scientists agree: Fewer car trips key to healthy cities

Awareness of transportation-related
greenhouse gas emissions is on the rise.
(Photos © J. Maus)

A new study by NASA and a bill passed by the Oregon Senate yesterday have at least one thing in common. They both sound the alarm that transportation-related greenhouse gas emissions (a.k.a. too many cars and trucks on the road) are harmful to the planet and they need to be curtailed.

The NASA study analyzed emissions based on economic sectors (as opposed to the more commonly studied individual chemical causes) and found that “motor vehicles emerged as the greatest contributor to atmospheric warming now and in the near term.”

Rivera’s Facebook profile pic.

Noted transportation reporter Dylan Rivera was among 37 employees laid off by The Oregonian today.

Rivera was The Oregonian’s main reporter on the complex and sometimes controversial Columbia River Crossing project. His most recent article (published this morning) focused on a report by the Institute for Transportation and Development Policy that featured Portland’s downtown parking policies. Rivera has also written many bike-related stories — from bike parking at Portland State University to Sunday Parkways.

People’s DOT logo.
– Watch video below –

As a follow-up to their video and reporting on a new wall erected by the Oregon Department of Transportation on 82nd Avenue in Northeast Portland, fledgling activist group The People’s Department of Transportation has issued a “call to action” and recruitment video (watch it below) to garner attendees for a follow-up event.

According to a statement just released by the People’s DOT, this Friday during the evening rush hour teams of volunteers will help citizens cross 82nd Avenue at crosswalks at and near the transit center adjacent to the new wall. PDOT is encouraging people to show up dressed in costumes. An email recruiting volunteers to help with the action said, “suggested attire is an orange jumpsuit, formal dress, or a chicken suit.”

Screen grab from WeBikeEugene.org.

Got some great news from Eugene-based bike advocate (and juggler) Mike Seager the other day. He and a few other volunteer contributors have launched WeBikeEugene.org, “a site that could be described as Eugene’s version of BikePortland.”

Mike’s the editor of the site and he’s also a member of GreyMatter Jugglers, “Eugene’s only bicycle powered circus troupe.” He’s joined by his wife Kendra Seager, the site’s copy editor, and noted bike advocate Shane Rhodes. Rhodes is one of the founders of Kidical Mass who won an Alice Award last year for his work on Eugene’s Safe Routes to Schools program. Alexander Hongo, a teacher and mechanic at the University of Oregon’s Bicycle Program, is also on the staff roster.

Off-road trails roundtable discussion-104

NWTA President Tom Archer.
(Photos © J. Maus)

In light of the discovery of an unauthorized bike trail in the northern reaches of Forest Park, I spoke about the situation this morning with Tom Archer, President of the non-profit off-road advocacy group the Northwest Trail Alliance.

Archer was clearly disappointed by the discovery and expressed hope that attention on this incident will not distract from the ongoing effort to increase off-road trail riding opportunities in the region. (Archer is a member of the Forest Park Single Track Cycling Committee formed by City Parks Commissioner Nick Fish.)

New on-street parking in North Portland-16

One of three new on-street bike corrals
installed in North Portland.
-Slideshow below-
(Photo © J. Maus)

The Bureau of Transportation has just installed three more on-street bike corrals in North Portland. These are just the latest in an ongoing effort to install more bike parking in front of businesses throughout the city.

The new corrals in North Portland are on Michigan Avenue, Albina Avenue, and Mississippi Avenue.

Could use a sweep.
(Photo © J. Maus)

Portlander Jake Cummings is tired of riding by trash and debris on his favorite bike routes each week, so he’s decided to do something about it. On March 20th, Cummings has planned the first “Saturday Sweep” event where he and other volunteers (like you!) will ride around the city with trash bags, brooms and dustpans on a mission for clean streets.

Cummings has about 25 people already signed up to join him and he’s got a group of volunteers from both the Showers Pass Cycling Team and the non-profit Bike Farm. I asked Cummings why he wanted to spend a Saturday sweeping up streets…

Year: 2009
Brand: SE
Model: Workhorse
Color:black
Photo: http://devolution.tumblr.com/post/170831050/new-message
Stolen in Portland, OR 97202
Stolen:2010-02-24
Stolen From: 41st and Powell
Neighborhood: Powell
Owner: Devon Granmo
OwnerEmail: devo.granmo@gmail.com
Description: Black single speed SE “Workhorse” with yellow fenders and kevlar tires.
This registrant does not have proof of ownership of this bike

Unauthorized bike trail damages “pristine habitat” in Forest Park

Portland Parks & Recreation staff have discovered an unauthorized mountain bike trail built in the northern end of Forest Park. Parks spokesperson Beth Sorensen said the trail was found at the end of last week in “one of the most pristine habitat areas in the park.”

According to Sorensen, the trail is “pretty damaging” and whoever built it cut down trees, removed large rocks, and dammed a stream. The trail was created where elk and deer are active and Sorensen says it has “destroyed an area of highest habitat value.” The location of the trail is about 200 yards off of the Forest Park entrance on Harborton Drive, about 10 miles north of downtown Portland.

Today’s question comes from Matthew Bowers:

“I commute about 3 miles to work (and back, obviously) 5-6 days a week, and I wear glasses. This becomes an issue when it’s raining, and was wondering what other glasses-wearing riders do about it. I asked the gentleman at my local bike shop, and he didn’t really have any useful suggestions — so I turn to you!

I know they have prescription goggles, but I was really hoping for a slightly less expensive alternative — something I can wear over my glasses, perhaps? Please help!”

Job Title
Retail Sales Staff

Company/Organization
The Bike Gallery

Job Description
The Bike Gallery is seeking outgoing and dynamic individuals for positions on our sales floor. The Bike Gallery is one of the most acclaimed specialty bicycle retail organizations in the U.S. and currently has openings for full and part time seasonal positions working directly with customers to deliver exceptional customer service in a fast paced, high volume setting. Preference given to applicants with bicycle retail experience and who demonstrate a commitment to and enthusiasm for, the cycling lifestyle; other specialty retail experience is also helpful.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate a strong history of self motivation, professionalism, team work, and customer service excellence.

The Bike Gallery is an equal opportunity employer. Sales positions require the ability to lift 40 pounds to shoulder height and to work extended hours while standing.

How to Apply

To apply send a resume and cover letter to resumes(at)bikegallery(dot)com. The Bike Gallery does not maintain a policy of responding to all applicants.

Copper/Ivory Jamis Aurora 2007

Oregon Senate, NASA scientists agree: Fewer car trips key to healthy cities

Transportation reporter Dylan Rivera laid off by The Oregonian

People’s DOT issues call to action for 82nd Avenue event

Introducing “Eugene’s version of BikePortland”

NW Trail Alliance President Tom Archer responds to illegal trail

North Portland gets three new on-street bike corrals

Event will rally brooms and bikes for cleaner streets

black SE Workhorse 2009

Unauthorized bike trail damages “pristine habitat” in Forest Park

Ask BikePortland: How do I see clearly in the rain?

Job: Retail Sales Staff (The Bike Gallery)

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