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Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)

Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)

BikePortland founder. Father of three. North Portlander. Basketball lover. If you have questions or feedback about this site or my work, contact me via email at maus.jonathan@gmail.com, or phone/text at 503-706-8804. Also, if you read and appreciate this site, please become a paying subscriber.

BikePortland Articles by Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)

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Shop owner responds to allegations of selling stolen bikes, parts

Robby Fenstermaker, owner ofThe Recyclery.(Photo © J. Maus) A flyer that has been posted far and wide on the streets of Portland contains allegations that the owner of local used bike shop chain, The Recyclery, “knowingly purchases” and then sells stolen goods. The flyer contains serious accusations and names The Recyclery’s owner Robby Fenstermaker as … Read more


Blumenauer legislation would create $2 billion active transportation fund

More money for more of this.(Photo © J. Maus) Congressman Earl Blumenauer has introduced new legislation that will create a $2 billion competitive grant program for communities to promote eco-friendly transportation options. The bill, which we first reported on back in December, is now known officially as the Active Community Transportation Act of 2010. In … Read more


Inaugural Portland Trail Fest will celebrate trails, off-road riding

Ride, learn, and mingle at the upcoming Trail Fest.(Photos © J. Maus) The Northwest Trail Alliance has announced the first annual Portland Trail Fest. The event, which organizers says will become their annual signature event, will be a four day “celebration of trails, knobby tires, and the planet.” Beginning on Earth Day (4/22), the Trail … Read more


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‘Rapid Flash Beacons’ coming to fatal crosswalk on SE Foster

A Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacon at work.(Photo taken from video by beacon manufacturer) A new type of crossing treatment is set for installation on SE Foster near 80th — the same location where two people were fatally wounded back in November. PBOT sources confirm that crews will install a Rectangular Rapid Flash Beacon in the … Read more


The BTA’s legislative wish list – UPDATED

Bringing control of speed limits to the local level is one law the BTA is considering.(Photo © J. Maus) At their Member Forum last week, the Bicycle Transportation Alliance shared a list of nine proposals they’re evaluating for the 2011 legislative session. Here’s their draft list of topics currently under consideration: Vehicular Homicide Local control … Read more