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When it comes to moving people in Portland, “walking” is listed in our 2035 Comprehensive Plan as the highest priority mode. To make sure that policy makes it into practice, the Bureau of Transportation has embarked on the first update of their Pedestrian Plan since 1998. They call it “PedPDX”.
Bikes stolen from our garage last night 3/27/17
1) A Trek 1000, red-white-and blue, with red wrapped drop handle bars.
2) A Specialized Sirius, mat dark silver grey, with flat bars and bar end grips
Unfortunately, no recorded serial numbers or gps.
How much good can bikes do under just one roof?
How about a coffee shop up front where homeless and at-risk youth learn job skills and a bike shop in the rear where they learn bike repair skills? That’s what Braking Cycles and Bikes for Humanity PDX have planned for a new venture coming to SE 33rd and Powell.
We shared the story of Braking Cycles in 2014, right when social service worker Rhona Maul was starting up the new venture. Braking Cycles is a project of Transitional Youth, a Beaverton-based non-profit that helps homeless and at-risk youth integrate into the community. For the past three years Maul has been working to make her dream of having a stand-alone shop for the program a reality. Now she’s just $12,000 away and has launched a crowdfunding campaign to get there (watch the video below).
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Job Title *
Sales/Light Service
Company/Organization *
Seven Corners Cycles!
Job Description *
Seven Corners Cycles is accepting applications for a seasonal sales and light service position. Please understand that we don’t just need you to be passionate about bikes, but to be equally excited about talking to people. All kinds of people. Every day.
We are a classic neighborhood shop with a client base that expects impressive expertise and eternal optimism. You will be consulting on bikes, parts, accessories and some service check-ins. You must be able to communicate on the telephone in a patient, informative way. We don’t expect you to be knowledgeable about all things mechanical, but you must be willing to learn routine repair and accessory installation. Most of all, we want this job to make you happy.
The job is currently seasonal, with the possibility of extension to full time. We encourage ANYONE who is interested to send us your resume. Thank you for reading!
How to Apply *
Send resume to 7cornerscycles@gmail.com
Traffic safety issues are often framed in a way that makes them seem like it’s all about “bicyclists and pedestrians”. But the reality is that dangerous driving (and driving itself, but that’s another conversation) is a menace to everyone and no person — or thing — is safe as long as our roads and culture normalize this behavior.
Over the course of less than five hours Sunday morning (between 2:30 and 8:30 am) here’s what my inbox looked like (emphases mine):
An rare electric-assist recumbent trike was stolen in downtown Portland over the weekend. It belongs to someone who is physically disabled. Mel Birgé, owner of RecumbentPDX in southeast Portland, is offering $500 for its return.
Here’s more from Mel:
An HP Scorpion Plus Pedelec was stolen. It looks virtually-identical to the one in the attached picture (the stolen one is tan color and has a larger 26” wheel in the rear). The trike has a Go SwissDrive electric motor in the rear wheel.
The owner is disabled by a brain tumor and this is his primary recreation.
There have been updates to two stories we’ve been following over the weekend.
After over 45 days of closure TriMet has found a “temporary fix” for the Lafayette Bridge elevator in the Brooklyn neighborhood. The bridge closed in February due to an issue with moisture in the system that caused the braking mechanism to fail. Last week TriMet said they still hadn’t figured out a solution. On Friday evening we finally heard from them that the elevator is working once again.
Here’s TriMet’s statement:
This week’s Monday Roundup is sponsored by The eBike Store, Portland’s exclusive dealer of the BuddyRider dog carrier.
Here are the most noteworthy stories we came across last week…
The NYPD strikes again: Seems like every time I check my news feed there’s another example of how police in New York City just don’t get it. This time they’ve confiscated hundreds of “illegal” e-bikes used by the city’s droves of food delivery workers. WTH?
Holier-than-thou: A religious leader in Boston has found what many biking veterans have — a deeper spirituality and stronger connection to place — since she started biking to church. She’s even written a book about it.
At the TriMet board meeting on Wednesday, the agency’s General Manager Neil McFarlane pushed back against claims that he’s a “freeway builder.”
Last month we shared news (first reported by The Portland Tribune) that McFarlane advocated for three freeway expansion projects in the Portland region during a speech to the Washington County Public Affairs Forum on February 20th. The comments were met with strong criticism by transportation reform activists who felt the leader of our region’s transit agency should not be stumping for projects that expand urban freeway capacity and make driving easier.
Job Title
Mechanic, including light sales
Company / Organization
RecumbentPDX
Job Description
RecumbentPDX is looking for a mechanic who loves high-end builds and serving interesting customers. We are a recumbent specialty shop with a mission to get our customers out on the road in laid-back style.
Experience with 2- or 3-wheel recumbents is a plus, but your excellent mechanical skills are transferable and training is provided. Enthusiasm is required as well as patience to solve complex fittings and builds.
Competitive wages, weekend hours required.
How to Apply
Send an email! Please include work experience, availability and salary expectations. Lastly, please let us know what’s the coolest thing you noticed on our website: www.recumbentpdx.com or on our Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/recumbentpdx/
Job Title *
Shipping Specialist and Delivery Driver
Company/Organization *
Cyclone Bicycle Supply
Job Description *
Cyclone Bicycle Supply is looking for a shipping specialist to join our fast paced and fast growing operation. This individual will be expected to pick, pack, and ship customer orders and receive incoming shipments in a timely manner and assist in warehouse operation.
Four days a week, this individual will also deliver to local bicycle retailers. It is encouraged to develop a rapport with these retailers, as additional sales leads can be rewarded on a commission basis.
Must be able to lift 50lbs
Must have a valid drivers license
Must be comfortable driving a large delivery van
* Must be comfortable with ladders
* Knowledge of cycling components
* Enthusiasm for cycling
* Full-time
* Great benefits and vacation package including sick leave, overtime, and healthcare.
Cyclone is a nondiscriminatory employer.
How to Apply *
If interested, please send a resume and cover letter to jobs@cyclonebicycle.com