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black/white Specialized Secteur Elite 2012

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Year: 2012
Brand: Specialized
Model: Secteur Elite
Color:black/white
Size:56 cm
Serial:WSBC601102593g
Stolen in Portland, OR 97209
Stolen:2013-04-21
Stolen From: NW 9th & Irving, Patagonia store.
Neighborhood: Pearl District
Owner: Gordon Brown
OwnerEmail: gbretriever777@gmail.com
Reward: $100
Description: Rear LED red reflector on seat post, two plastic water bottle holders, smaller bike computer on handlebar stem, SPD pedals.
Police record with: Portland Police
Police reference#: 13-152490
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Burgundy/Red Huffy Cruiser 2010

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Year: 2010
Brand: Huffy
Model: Cruiser
Color:Burgundy/Red
Photo: http://i.imgur.com/6G2TDgN.jpg
Stolen in Portland, OR 97206
Stolen:2013-04-21
Stolen From: Stolen from my front porch in Southeast Portland, bike lock was smashed.
Neighborhood: Woodstock
Owner: Betsy Kelley
OwnerEmail: betsyanne@gmail.com
Description: Magenta/Red Huffy Women’s Beach Cruiser – no gears, backpedal brakes. Some scratches and wear. BELL grocery basket on front handlebars, though may be missing at this point as it was removable.
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: T13003397
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Recap and photos of De Ronde PDX

2013 De Ronde -1

The start of De Ronde, a group ride that attracted
hundreds of riders on Saturday.
(Photo © J. Maus/BikePortland)

Saturday was another great edition of the infamous and unofficial classic Ronde PDX ride. Hundreds of people showed up to push the limits of their legs over 47 miles and nearly 8,000 feet of climbing. We climbed up and down and up and down countless hills between NW Saltzman Road and Council Crest Park. With nothing but yellow stencils of the Lion of Flanders painted on the road to guide us, we pedaled through potholes, gravel, smooth pavement, and even some singletrack.

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White Specialized Roulux 2 2012

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Year: 2012
Brand: Specialized
Model: Roulux 2
Color:White
Size:XL
Photo: http://www.specialized.com/cn/en/bikes/archive/2011/bgroulux/rulx2
Stolen in Portland, OR 97227
Stolen:2013-04-20
Stolen From: Tupelo Alley apartments, N Mississippi Ave.
Neighborhood: Mississippi
Owner: Mark Petrie
OwnerEmail: petrie.mark(AT)gmail.com
Reward: Negotiable
Description: Purchased 1 month ago from River City. Added front/rear fenders.
Police record with: T13003390
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

navy bianchi vigorelli 2010

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Year: 2010
Brand: bianchi
Model: vigorelli
Color:navy
Size:58
Photo: http://www.bianchiusa.com/archives/10-bicycles/gran-fondo/vigorelli/
Stolen in Portland, OR 97227
Stolen:2013-04-19
Stolen From: Tupelo alley secure (!) Underground parking lot. Locked with ShareThis Print

Tupelo alley apartments, underground secure parking lot underground. Locked up with KryptoLok series 2 Standard w/ 4′ Flex
Neighborhood: Mississippi
Owner: michele ouck
OwnerEmail: michele.houck(replace with at sign)gmail.com
Reward: negotiable
Description: Steel frame, carbon front fork, white saddle, shimano ultegra components, shimano wheels, river city purchase sticker, classic road bike
Police record with: portland PD
Police reference#: t 13003390
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Green/White Specialized Hot Rock 2010

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Year: 2010
Brand: Specialized
Model: Hot Rock
Color:Green/White
Size:20″
Serial: 500107146F
Stolen in Portland, OR 97206
Stolen:2013-04-20
Stolen From: Front Yard @ SE 45th and Holgate
Neighborhood: Creston
Owner: Dan Lockwood
OwnerEmail: dan(replace with at sign)alpenglowlandscape.net
Reward: 50
Description: Green and white Specialized Hot Rock with lots of stickers on it. Most notably a ‘Get Fat’ sticker on the frame and a ‘Hook it’ sticker on the handlebars. White seat, hand brakes, colored plastic things on the spokes.
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: 13-152460
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Black Traitor Ruben 2012

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Year: 2012
Brand: Traitor
Model: Ruben
Color:Black
Size:53cm
Serial:CC110994
Photo: http://www.flickr.com/photos/superaction_rn/8666744924/
Stolen in Portland, OR 97217
Stolen:2013-04-20
Stolen From: 56th AVe and Hawthorne, SE
Neighborhood: Hawthorne/Mt Tabor
Owner: John Roper
OwnerEmail: jroper4@gmail.com
Reward: $500
Description: 2 year old Black 53cm Traitor Ruben Disc cross/road bike with a FSA Gimondi 1×9 drivetrain, Avid BB5 disc brakes, FSA RD-460 rims, Shimano mt clipless pedals, Schwalbe Marathon tires, a PDW Origami rear fender, theres a mount for a PDW front light on the handlebar but the light is removed. It also had black bottle cages and a water bottle attached as well as a pump and an under the seat tool bag.

REWARD, $500 if you help me find this bike! Its my main ride and it was custom built and fit for me. I don not own a car, this is it! Please call 503.260.8133 or email jroper4@gmail.com with any info! Thanks!
Police record with: Portland
Police reference#: 13-152466
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Job: New Inventory Coordinator – Community Cycling Center

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Job Title
New Inventory Coordinator

Company/Organization
Community Cycling Center

Job Description
The Community Cycling Center broadens access to bicycling and its benefits through hands-on programs, volunteer projects, and neighborhood bike shop. We believe bicycles are a tool for empowerment and a vehicle for change. This position is located at the Community Cycling Center bike shop at 1700 NE Alberta. The Community Cycling Center is an energetic and collaborative workplace. Visit www.CommunityCylingCenter.org for more information about us.

The Community Cycling Center promotes an inclusive culture and encourages people with diverse backgrounds and abilities to apply. As a non-profit we believe that fundraising is everyone’s job. There is an expectation that all employees will support fundraising efforts.
The New Inventory Coordinator is responsible for the purchasing, inventory management, and distributor relations for the Community Cycling Center bike shop. With the support of the shop management team and the New Inventory Specialist, the New Inventory Coordinator will help to ensure that customers and shop staff have a great selection of what they need and want. The position will require a team-building approach, the ability to anticipate demands, and a customer focused approach to purchasing. Experience in a high-volume retail environment, clear communication methods, and constant refinement of systems will be crucial to the success of this position.

Purchasing and Inventory Management (85%)

• Fill purchase orders based on the needs of shop operations
• Develop quality relationships with parts distributors to ensure consistent and timely delivery of shipments
• Analyze sales trends to determine adequate stocking levels and product selection
• Refine and update inventory management systems to maximize efficiency
• Coordinate the delivery of special orders
• Process items that need to be returned to distributors
• Execute and process product returns and exchanges
• Coordinate with accounting team to ensure bills are paid on time and due credits have been received.

Planning and Evaluation (15%)

• Work with shop management team to utilize storage and floor space to maximize accessibility to customers and staff
• Evaluate trends in product returns and customer feedback
• Track and report monthly spending budget
• Coordinate with program managers to provide for the needs of Cycling Center programs
• Stay current on new products and evaluate opportunities to refine product offerings

General Qualifications:
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
• Bicycle focused technical competency
• Experience in purchasing and inventory coordination required
• Strong organizational skills including ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously
• Ability to meet project deadlines and account for detailed objectives
• Fluency in spreadsheet software and comfort navigating inventory management systems a must
• Able to work closely and effectively with people from different cultural and class backgrounds
• Successful candidate must be able to pass a criminal background check

PAY RATE & BENEFITS:
Hours: Full Time (32-40 hrs/wk)
Pay: $12.89 – $15.00/hour depending on experience and expertise
Term: Permanent
Schedule: 5 day week, Monday through Friday
Benefits: A partial list of benefits includes health and dental insurance, Paid Time Off, Used Parts Allowance, flexible scheduling during off-season, and working for a dynamic nonprofit in an exciting time in its organizational history.

How to Apply
Please submit cover letter, resume, and (3) references to: jobs@communitycyclingcenter.org

Legally blind couple on a bike tour makes stop in Portland

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Tauru Chaw at Multnomah Falls yesterday.
(Photo: Christi Bruchok)

Riding a bicycle from Argentina to Alaska is a huge challenge. Now imagine if you were legally blind. Christi Bruchok and Tauru Chaw — both of whom are legally blind and are over 12,000 miles into their journey — will speak in Portland on Sunday.

Tauru and Christi of Two Blind to Ride have taken on this challenge in order to raise awareness of the abilities of the sight-impaired and “to inspire people everywhere to chase after their own dreams.” Judging from the epic photos of their snow-filled journey from Bend en route to Portland yesterday, I have no doubt they are leaving a trail of inspiration in their wake.

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Filmed by Bike starts tomorrow: Here’s your guide

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This is how you’ll feel
at Filmed by Bike.
(Photo © J. Maus/BikePortland)

Filmed by Bike, one of Portland’s most beloved celebrations of bicycling, starts tomorrow! This is the 11th annual festival and organizer Ayleen Crotty has put together what looks to be another stellar event. The street party is bigger and more exciting, there are tons of special performances planned including live art creation, bike dancing, and music. And of course there are eight screenings of four distinct programs chock full of the “best bike movies from around the world.”

Ayleen recently shared a rundown of special events and other fun stuff you won’t want to miss.

The New Belgium Street Fest

  • The Street Fest is all mew this year, it’s all ages and goes from 3-9pm.
  • Dots Cafe is hosting New Belgium Beer and serving up food in the beer garden.
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Blue and White K2 Zed 1.0

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Brand: K2
Model: Zed 1.0
Color:Blue and White
Size:18
Serial: U264243394
Photo: http://1mg.me/?w=300&h=300&filename=2003-K2-Zed-1.jpg&f=Photos
Stolen in Portland, OR 97202
Stolen:2013-04-18
Stolen From: Front porch, SE 40th & Powell.
Neighborhood: Creston Kenilworth
Owner: David Hennessy
OwnerEmail: me(at sign)davidhennessy.net
Reward: 100
Description: The bike had a front light mount (light not attached when stolen) and a water bottle holder. Also, several “Bike Swarm” stickers.
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike