6/25: Hello readers and friends. I recently had my second (of two) total knee replacement surgeries so I'll be out of commission for a bit while I recover. Please be patient while I get back to full health. I hope to be back to posting as soon as I can. I look forward to getting back out there. 🙏. - Jonathan Maus, BikePortland Publisher and Editor

Year: 2011

Red Takar 21 speed split frame/byframe 1970s

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Year: 1970s
Brand: Takar
Model: 21 speed split frame/byframe
Color:Red
Size:Womens
Photo: Www.handsonmedicine.net
Stolen in Portland, OR 97212
Stolen:2011-06-18
Stolen From: 6606 NE Mallory our fenced in back yard, up on the deck!
Neighborhood: Peidmont
Owner: Shelda Holmes
OwnerEmail: Shelda@handsonmedicine.net
Reward: Yes
Description: Older frame with metal basket And lovely child’s seat on back. Ribbons.. Great shape
Police record with: Ppd
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Red Takar 21 speed split frame/byframe 1970s

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Year: 1970s
Brand: Takar
Model: 21 speed split frame/byframe
Color:Red
Size:Womens
Photo: Www.handsonmedicine.net
Stolen in Portland, OR 97212
Stolen:2011-06-18
Stolen From: 6606 NE Mallory our fenced in back yard, up on the deck!
Neighborhood: Peidmont
Owner: Shelda Holmes
OwnerEmail: Shelda@handsonmedicine.net
Reward: Yes
Description: Older frame with metal basket And lovely child’s seat on back. Ribbons.. Great shape
Police record with: Ppd
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Red Trek 2000 2000

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Year: 2000
Brand: Trek
Model: 2000
Color:Red
Stolen in Wilsonville, OR 97070
Stolen:2011-06-18
Stolen From: Canyon Creek Apartments, Wilsonville
Owner: Gloria Jacobs
OwnerEmail: glojacobs@gmail.com
Description: Red Trek 2000. Has rear rack. Missing a bit of paint on the front bar.
This registrant does not have proof of ownership of this bike

silver Kona Bear Deelux 2002

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Year: 2002
Brand: Kona
Model: Bear Deelux
Color:silver
Size:large
Serial: H2J03293
Stolen in Portland, OR 97232
Stolen:2011-06-13
Stolen From: eastside esplanade/waterfront bike trail. 3 blocks south of burnside bridge.
Neighborhood: SE
Owner: Andre’ Tokayuk
OwnerEmail: slippy_771@hotmail.com
Reward: 100$
Description: Silver bike, blue kona logos, black truvative stem & handlebars, black odi lockon grips, xtr shifter brakes oldschool dull silver non-hydraulic, Kenda karma tires, burly black fork (never found brand) w/36mm stanchions & 20mm front hub (takes 12mm allen to remove)& “pedal damn it” sticker, Redline black cranks & black generic pedals, raceface chainrings x3, 8 speed rear, fox shock w/black spring, sealed bearings on upper suspension linkage (blue shields), Azonic Loveseat seat (all black kevlar), Kenda karma tires (square tread pattern) FRAME REWELDED AT RIGHT SIDE SUSPENPENSION PIVOT WHERE UPPER AND LOWER CHAINSTAYS MEET (PAINT BURNED AROUND AND BARE SILVER AT THE WELD). THIEVES ARE DANGEROUS AS THEY CLUBBED ME WITH BLACKJACK ON BACK OF THE HEAD JUST TO GET THE BIKE. CALL 911 IF YOU SEE IT.
Police record with: Portland
Police reference#: 11-49106
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

red 2008

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Year: 2008
Color:red
Photo: http://handsonmedicine.net/contact.htm
Stolen in Portland, OR 97211
Stolen:2011-06-18
Stolen From: NE Portland Blvd. and Mallory
Neighborhood: Piedmont
Owner: Shelda Holmes
OwnerEmail: shelda@handsonmedicine.net
Reward: $100
Description: Red women’s bike with big black kids seat on back and basket in front.h
Police record with: Portland

Pedalpalooza Daily: Saturday, June 18th

World Naked Bike Ride poster

We’re about half way through 2011 Pedalpalooza… and from the looks of the ride reports and photos I’m seeing, folks are just getting warmed up! Tonight is of course the big night. World Naked Bike Ride gathers at 9:00 and leaves at 10:00 from SE Water and Salmon.

The naked ride might be the main course, but there are several scrumptious appetizers throughout the day. Have a look at all the great rides and events below…

9:00am Circumnavigate Ross Island by Bike
Meet at Portland Boat House, 1515 SE Water Ave (Just south of the Hawthorne Bridge)
Let’s ride around Ross Island! Springwater, Sellwood, and the west bank. Riding with us will be representatives from Willamette Riverkeeper, ready to answer any questions about the river or restoration efforts. We’ll be back in time to cheer off the Paddlepalooza ride, as well.

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Black with tan workhorse strip SE Workhorse 2009

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Year: 2009
Brand: SE
Model: Workhorse
Color:Black with tan workhorse strip
Size:47cm
Serial:ICSE09D01298
Stolen in Portland, OR 97212
Stolen:2011-06-12
Stolen From: It was stolen right on Broadway and Main. Right outside the Broadway Cinema.
Neighborhood: Downtown
Owner: Beverly Brotz
OwnerEmail: beverly.brotz@gmail.com
Reward: $50
Description: It was the SE Workhorse, turned into a fixed gear instead of a single speed… The left pedal was dented… Otherwise I had not changed anything on it since I got it in February.
Police record with: Portland Police
Police reference#: 11-48746
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

‘Portland Bike Station’ opens downtown

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Portland Bike Station-1

Bishop Kenneth Sims outside his storefront.
(Photos © J. Maus)

The bike parking facility we told you about last month and that first appeared mysteriously back in 2009, is just a few days from officially opening.

The ‘Portland Bike Station’ (not to be confused with Bikestation) is in the ground floor of the Dekum Building at SW 3rd and Washington downtown. The facility is being run by the Full Holy Ghost Ministry, which has its headquarters on Killingsworth Street in North Portland. Bishop Kenneth Sims, whom I met today, says he looks forward to providing a full suite of amenities for downtown bike riders.

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Red Univega Rover ST3x (or similar) 1991

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Year: 1991
Brand: Univega
Model: Rover ST3x (or similar)
Color:Red
Size:26″
Stolen in Portland, OR 97211
Stolen:2011-06-17
Stolen From: Oregon Convention Center main entrance rack, MLK Jr. Blvd/NE Oregon St.
Neighborhood: Lloyd District
Owner: Rebecca Sturges
OwnerEmail: rebeccasturges@comcast.net
Description: Mens Frame, Red, Slick (smooth) tires, new gel cushioned seat. I have my bike basket, the basket “base” is still mounted. There is a clip for a back light to be mounted under the seat. Much ridden and loved bike for past 20 years.
This registrant does not have proof of ownership of this bike

Police Bureau releases statement on legality of Naked Bike Ride

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“The Portland Police Bureau recommends that all riders at least wear a helmet and shoes to avoid any potential injuries. Being naked in public in Portland is legal if it falls within the guidelines of ORS 163.465”
— From a Portland Police Bureau press release

Like I mentioned last week, the Portland Police Bureau is well aware that there will be over 10,000 naked people on bikes riding through the streets tomorrow night at the World Naked Bike Ride.

Today, the PPB released a press release about the event. Their statement is meant to give participants a legal context for the ride, in case anyone was curious about public nudity laws. Read the full statement below:

The World Naked Bike Ride is set to roll through the streets of Portland this Saturday, June 18, 2011, at 10:00 p.m. Riders will gather at 9:00 p.m. at Southeast Water Avenue and Salmon Street. Event organizers estimated the number of participants last year to be 13,000 people.

The Portland Police Bureau will have extra officers on hand to ensure everyone is safe and to provide assistance at intersections.

The Portland Police Bureau recommends that all riders at least wear a helmet and shoes to avoid any potential injuries.

Being naked in public in Portland is legal if it falls within the guidelines of ORS 163.465, which are included below.

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