Map 5d from the Bureau of Planning & Sustainability’s West Quadrant Plan “Transportation Modal Concepts” series. (Modified with numbers by BikePortland)
Year: 2013
Jobs of the Week
If you are looking for an awesome job in the apparel, retail or event ride industries, you have come to the right place. We’ve had three great opportunities posted to our Job Listings this week. Check out more details via the link below…
- Production Designer – Castelli US
- Sales Manager – Performance Bicycle
- Customer Service / Volunteer Coordinator – Cycle Oregon
Brown Giant Reign X2 2008
Year: 2008
Brand: Giant
Model: Reign X2
Color:Brown
Size:Large
Photo: http://i.imgur.com/R2qDXkS.jpg
Stolen in Beaverton, OR 97229
Stolen:2013-11-7
Stolen From: Cedar Mill
Neighborhood: Cedar Mill
Owner: Jeff Larson
OwnerEmail: leftcoastjefe(at sign)yahoo.com
Reward: 100
Description: They did not get the front wheel so it will be missing or mismatched wheel set (I still have the front). New SLX brakes. 40mm hussefelt stem. Handlebars have orange stripes. Torn black and white saddle.
This registrant does not have proof of ownership of this bike
The appeal of e-bikes: 5 facts from a new study
Conversions, like this bike with a unit from E-BikeKit,
are more common than e-bikes off the showroom floor.
(Photo by J. Maus/BikePortland)
are more common than e-bikes off the showroom floor.
(Photo by J. Maus/BikePortland)
After years of being theoretically exciting, electrically assisted bikes are finally becoming common in the United States — enough for people to start studying their many benefits.
A new study by John MacArthur of OTREC at Portland State University offers some early results about the people e-bikes serve, the ways they get used and their possible role in reducing auto dependence in U.S. cities.
Here are a few useful facts from MacArthur’s presentation (PDF) at a PSU Friday transportation seminar last month:
Landscapers, please stop blowing leaves into bike lanes – UPDATED
Landscape crews at Rose City Golf Course
in northeast Portland have blown leaves into
the bike lane on NE Tillamook.
(Photo by J. Maus/BikePortland)
in northeast Portland have blown leaves into
the bike lane on NE Tillamook.
(Photo by J. Maus/BikePortland)
It’s that time of year when the beauty of fall becomes a bane to bike riders.
We marveled at the leaves last month and rejoiced while riding through them. But now that we’ve gotten soaked and many of these leaves haven’t been swept up, they have become yet another unnecessary annoyance that adds to the dangers and difficulty of bicycling during this time of year.
Unfortunately, it’s not just Mother Nature or a lack of city sweeping that’s causing this problem. We’ve seen for ourselves and have had readers contact us about landscaping crews that are blowing leaves into bike lanes.
Grey Felt Cafe 7 Men’s 2013
Year: 2013
Brand: Felt
Model: Cafe 7 Men’s
Color:Grey
Serial: AJ20089384400101223818
Stolen in Portland, OR 97218
Stolen:2013-11-01
Stolen From: Behind house at NE 47th Ave and NE Prescott Ave. Cable lock was cut.
Neighborhood: Cully
Owner: Jennifer Dekany
OwnerEmail: sparklefurr(AT)gmail.com
Reward: yes
Description: Grey frame with brown leather seat and hand grips. Black plastic fenders added. Burley trailer hitch, bottle cage, lock mount, under seat bag with spare tire kit, front head lamp.
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: 13-158574
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike
Blumenauer urges Portland bike makers to forge new industry alliance
U.S. Rep. Earl Blumenauer, top left, with local bike
makers at the United Bicycle Institute Wednesday.
(Photo by M. Andersen/BikePortland)
makers at the United Bicycle Institute Wednesday.
(Photo by M. Andersen/BikePortland)
(Jonathan Maus contributed to this story.)
Portland is nationally known as the city with the highest number of bike riders. But when it comes to making bikes, our reputation is about quality, not quantity. We’re known for custom, handcrafted bikes, but not for producing them in large numbers. The city’s mature cluster of bike makers could change that if they teamed up, representatives of the local industry’s small businesses agreed at a roundtable discussion led by U.S. Congressman Earl Blumenauer on Wednesday.
The event was convened by Rep. Blumenauer, who said he’d “dedicated my life” to making biking a big part of the city and would happily look for ways to help the industry itself become “the next part of the Oregon identity” if they can offer a clear list of ideas within the next few months. The event was a more focused follow-up to a visit to the same location by the U.S. Secretary of Commerce in September.
black trek 4900
Brand: trek
Model: 4900
Color:black
Size:silver
Serial: WTU270C0926D
Stolen in Portland, OR 97217
Stolen:2013-11-3
Stolen From: Fowler and winshell street
Neighborhood: University park
Owner: stephanie roulon
OwnerEmail: sroulon(AT)yahoo.com
Reward: yes
Description: PSU Vbike, it is a rental. has a rear rack. yellow fenders
Police record with: Portland
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike
Black Bianchi Pista
Brand: Bianchi
Model: Pista
Color:Black
Photo: https://scontent-a-sea.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/1456696_10202616537360170_282488525_n.jpg
Stolen in Portland, OR 97217
Stolen:2013-11-5
Stolen From: 308 NE Ainsworth St. Portland, OR 97211 (NE Garfield & Ainsworth near MLK)
Neighborhood: Piedmont Neighborhood
Owner: Megan Ferguson
OwnerEmail: circa1638(replace with at sign)gmail.com
Reward: We will pay ANY sum of money for this bike back, no questions asked.
Description: Unfortunately that photo is the best we have. Written physical description: The bike is a Bianchi Pista single-speed spray painted entirely flat black. Saddle “Felt” saddle black with large white lettering across. Front wheel has a blue stripe. One front hand brake. Handle bars black, straight, narrow with black “Oura” grips- one side is punched in. “Felt” saddle is black with large white lettering. Strap in pedals with white leather straps.
NOTE that the frame has mostly black & white stickers throughout, with a few ones with red. Some of the stickers say “Schrag”. This is Stacy Schrag’s memorial bike.
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: T13011402
This registrant does not have proof of ownership of this bike
Grey Trek 2013
Year: 2013
Brand: Trek
Color:Grey
Size:XS
Serial: SWTU128C0397G
Stolen in Portland, OR 97215
Stolen:2013-11-6
Stolen From: Roscoe’s Bar (81st and Stark)
Owner: Bobi Blue
OwnerEmail: bobi_blue( atsign )yahoo.com
Reward: $100
Description: Grey, hybrid bicycle with bike rack, water bottle holder, rear light, front light, and fenders. Kryptonite lock was stolen with the bike as well. The right pedal is missing a reflector on it.
Police reference#: 13-93688
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike
Job: Customer Service / Volunteer Coordinator – Cycle Oregon – FILLED
Sorry. This job has been filled.
Job Title
Customer Service / Volunteer Coordinator
Company/Organization
Cycle Oregon
Job Description
Come be a part of the Best Bike Ride in America!
Cycle Oregon is looking for someone to join their event team. Cycle Oregon delivers the best combination of scenery, challenge, amenities, camaraderie and philanthropy of any ride out there. A fun-loving mix of back-road riding and two-wheeled tent revival, our events moves from town to town with 2,000 or more riders enjoying generous hospitality and providing direct financial benefits to our host towns as well as cycling-related causes throughout Oregon. We offer a great work atmosphere and culture and are located close to downtown Portland.
This is a full time position and is the primary contact and event representative to Cycle Oregon participants and volunteers. This position coordinates and oversees all communication to and from participants and volunteers. Communication efforts take place year round using various forums and mediums. The ideal candidate has experience with customer service, volunteer management and event logistics. They must be a self-starter that takes initiative, can problem solve and works well with a team.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Customer Service
• Respond to all incoming information inquires, both by phone and email.
• Coordinate preparation and distribution of information packets and electronic communications
• Manage participant database
• Oversee participant-specific services (passes, tickets, packets, special meal requests)
• Oversee check-in process on Cycle Oregon events
• Lead team of volunteers staffing Rider Services (customer service) trailer on Cycle Oregon events
Volunteer Management
• Assess event needs and develop team for meeting those needs using veteran and new volunteers
• Organize and oversee volunteer recruitment efforts.
• Process volunteer applications, screen for compatibility and select volunteers to fill open positions
• Manage volunteer database
• Develop and organize all volunteer materials, meetings, trainings, lodging, transportation and recognition activities
Administrative Support
• Administrative support for Director
• Assist staff with special events, tasks and projects associated with Cycle Oregon business.
• Manage registration system
Requirements:
• Experience with customer service
• Experience with volunteer management
• Experience with logistics and project management
• Excellent people skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications and database programs
• Experience with website platforms like WordPress and Contribute.
Compensation:
• Salary: $36,000-$42,000 DOE
• Benefit package including bonus structure, health insurance, retirement, vacation and sick time
How to Apply
Email a Cover Letter, Resume and 3 References to: steve@cycleoregon.com
Getting hooked on cyclocross
Hooked.
(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland)
(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland)
Seeing people get hooked on a new type of cycling is one of the things that keeps cycling industry veterans going. And for some reason, cyclocross is especially good at reeling people in: Maybe it’s the challenging courses; the relaxed, non-competitive atmosphere; the support of family, friends and complete strangers; the mud, or all of the above.