Estimated distribution of how PBOT wants to spend $14 million in new state revenue. (Figures are in millions.)
(Graph: BikePortland/Source info: PBOT)
(Graph: BikePortland/Source info: PBOT)
Year: 2010
“Lost Cyclist” has historical Portland connection
Cover of The Lost Cyclist.
David Herlihy’s forthcoming book, The Lost Cyclist: The Epic Tale of an American Adventurer and His Mysterious Disappearance, has a Portland connection that’s over a century old.
Herlihy, author of the award-winning Bicycle: The History, got in touch recently to tell us a bit about the story of Frank Lenz, the “lost cyclist.”
Back in 1892, Lenz set off from Pittsburgh on his innovative “safety” bicycle (a prototype of the modern bicycle design) with an aim to cycle around the world. According to legend, and Herlihy’s book, Lenz disappeared under mysterious circumstances in Turkey two years later.
Save the Date: Oregon Bike Summit is June 4th
In 2008, Summit attendees asked for a
website. In 2009, they got it!
(Photo © J. Maus)
website. In 2009, they got it!
(Photo © J. Maus)
Speaking of bike tourism promotion… The fifth annual Oregon Bike Summit has been scheduled for June 4th.
Organized by Cycle Oregon, this Summit has become the key event in galvanizing the effort to make Oregon “The land bicycles dream about.” The 2010 event will be one day only (it’s been a two-day event since 2007) and it will be held at the World Trade Center in downtown Portland from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Travel Oregon marketing campaign will focus on bike tourism
Riding along the Rogue River
in Southern Oregon.
(Photo © J. Maus)
in Southern Oregon.
(Photo © J. Maus)
Travel Oregon is currently developing a marketing campaign for the 2010 spring-summer season that will focus on Oregon’s outdoor recreation opportunities. According to Linda Andrews, a tourism development assistant with Travel Oregon, the campaign will “specifically focus on cycling and mountain biking.”
Orange/Black Jamis Nova 2007
Year: 2007
Brand: Jamis
Model: Nova
Color:Orange/Black
Size:53cm
Serial: WE7H00605
Stolen in Portland, OR 97006
Stolen:2010-02-18
Stolen From: Portland Convention Center, 777 NE MLK Portland. Bike rack on north side of building
Neighborhood: Downtown-east side
Owner: Scott Spiker
OwnerEmail: spiker691@gmail.com
Reward: $200 if good shape
Description: Orange and Black 2007 Jamis Nova Cycle-cross bike, 53cm frame. Also had handlebar bell, waterbottle cage, handlebar mount for riding light and seat mount for tail light
Police record with: T10000944
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike
Photo of the Week: An overturned 4×4 in Forest Park – UPDATED
UPDATE: Several people in the comments below have shared that they feel this photo and my call for captions were inappropriate. I was very surprised at this reaction and had no intentions at all of making light of this crash. I appreciate the feedback and will take even more care with these decisions in the future. Thank you. — Jonathan Maus
Larger version below
(Photo © J. Maus)
(Photo © J. Maus)
Here’s something you don’t see everyday — a truck that managed to drive off a road above Forest Park and came to rest right near a popular trail.
This photo was taken in June 2007 during a group ride in Forest Park. You can view a larger version below or see it on Flickr.
I’d love to read some clever captions… feel free to share yours in the comments.
NW Bike Show: Slideshow and mini-report
The NW Bike Show was held at the Expo Center
in North Portland.
– Slideshow Below –
(Photos: Jim Parsons)
in North Portland.
– Slideshow Below –
(Photos: Jim Parsons)
The Northwest Bike Show was held over the weekend out at the Portland Expo Center. Our correspondent Jim “K’Tesh” Parsons was there and shot a bunch of photos of exhibitor booths and attendees (watch his slideshow below).
I didn’t make it out to the event, but have heard from a few folks that it wasn’t quite what they’d hoped for. BikePortland Business Manager Jonathan “J.R.” Reed attended the show on Sunday. He was jazzed about his test-ride of the Nuvinci CVT hub from Fallbrook Technologies. He also liked the $30, DIY Bike Fitting Kit from Beaverton-based CycleTime LLC.
Portland Police issue 384 citations in first month of cell phone law
(Photo © J. Maus)
The Portland Police Bureau issued 384 citations and 31 warnings for violation of Oregon’s new cell phone law during the month of January. The law, which makes it a primary offense (meaning cops do not need any other reason to pull you over) to hold a cell phone to your ear while driving, went into effect on January 1st.
The Monday Roundup
– What did the big quake do to Haiti’s transportation and urban infrastructure? And what was it like before? This photo essay tells part of the story.
– Federal funding has been withheld from a controversial light rail project in the Bay Area after local organizations filed a Civil Rights Act complaint stating that the project would result in increased fares and decreased service for low-income residents. See more details on the project’s history here.
– A federal judge in New York City has upheld rule limiting the number of people allowed to ride bikes together without permits to 50. The rule was created by the Manhattan police department in response to Critical Mass rides.
Burgundy and Black EVOX LE Semi-Recumbent 2006
Year: 2006
Brand: EVOX
Model: LE Semi-Recumbent
Color:Burgundy and Black
Stolen in Gresham, OR 97233
Stolen:2010-02-20
Stolen From: Stolen from the Burnside Station Condominiums in Gresham at 172nd and SE Burnside.
Neighborhood: Rockwood
Owner: Shannon Whitlock
OwnerEmail: BgSkyGrl@gmail.com
Description: 2006 EVOX LE Semi-Recumbent. It could be missing a rear wheel unless already replaced.
It has the following equipment;
Shifters – SRAM X-4 Trigger Shifters
Rear Derailleur – SRAM SX-4
Tires – Specialized 20×1.95 & 24×1.95
Cable Housing – Jagwire, Teflon Lined.
Cyclo-computer – I believe it was a Miti-CatEye
Any of the parts could be missing now, but the bike is rare in this area.
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Police record with: Gresham Police
Police reference#: Case # 10-2043
Weekend Guide and Open Thread
First annual NW Bike Show
comes to the Expo Center Sat. and Sun.
comes to the Expo Center Sat. and Sun.
The weather in Portland is gorgeous — clear and sunny. Perfect biking weather. Check out the events below and chime in with a comment to share your adventures with us. What are your plans?
Friday, February 19th
9:30pm – late: Dropout Bike Club Monthly Ride
Come meet and ride with your friendly local freak bike gang.
Saturday, February 20th
8:30am: Woodlawn Tree Planting By Bike
Help Friends of Trees plant trees in Woodlawn. Starts with breakfast and ends with satisfaction.
Red/Yellow Diamondback Race (DBR) unknown (possibly a predecessor to the Axis) 2001
Year: 2001
Brand: Diamondback Race (DBR)
Model: unknown (possibly a predecessor to the Axis)
Color:Red/Yellow
Size:medium
Serial: unknown 🙁
Stolen in Portland, OR 97236
Stolen:2010-02-12
Stolen From: The bike was stollen from my home during a burglary near Powell Butte, SE Portland.
Neighborhood: Powell / 150’s
Owner: scott haines
OwnerEmail: shaines@hawthornewellness.com
Description: This is a DBR red mountain bike with a yellow Judy front shock. It is a XC bike with mid-high end components from the early 2000’s era (probably 2002 or 2003). It had an inexpensive neck with extended rise on it, a black/yellow Liberator type seat, an aluminum front chain ring guard for grinding over log jumps (probably the most notable aftermarket feature). It also had 2 yellow wire bottle cages.
Police record with: Officer Haunsperger
Police reference#: 10-12599
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike