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Come join the Yakima Bike Vigilantes for a guided tour of the wonders within Cyclocross. We’ll split into groups depending on skill levels. Everyone from the first time rider to the pro will be pampered like a little school child. DATE!:Thursday, September 18th. Price: FREE – just show proof of OBRA membership Location: Hillsboro Stadium … Read more
The BTA has cancelled this event. MORE INFO AND RSVP LINK HERE This Saturday, September 13th, Todd Boulanger from the City of Vancouver will lead guided bike tours across the I-5 bridge bike paths from Vancouver to Portland and back. If you’ve been wanting to commute across the bridge but aren’t sure how, this is … Read more
BTA Board Chair Hugh Bynum(Photos © J. Maus) The Portland-based Bicycle Transportation Alliance (BTA) is looking to expand their Board of Directors. The BTA’s Board is a key part of the organization and it helps set the direction and tone of their advocacy work. Their Board currently operates with 12 members, but according to public … Read more
Watch TriMet TV episode below.(Photo © J. Maus) The latest episode of TriMet TV is titled, Buses, Trains & Bikes: Sharing the Road. The piece outlines many safe biking measures aimed at keeping bike riders safe while operating around buses and MAX trains. Among all the expected messages the narrator shares (use signals, walk your … Read more
The view from a truck mirror.(Photo: Aaron Tarfman) The Portland Water Bureau plans to host an event next week that will educate the community about the unique safety concerns of large trucks. According to a press release from the Bureau, the event will take place in a parking lot near the Rose Quarter (adjacent to … Read more
Download the 2-page report (PDF) A new report has found that the total economic activity generated by bike-related industry in Portland totals approximately $90 million, a 38% increase in value since 2006. The report — which was conducted by Alta Planning and Design (whose principal Mia Birk is the former bicycle program manager for the … Read more
“Loss of the Colwood open space could also result in a permanent gap in the 40-Mile Loop Bike and Pedestrian Trail.”— Tony Fuentes, NE Portland resident and member of the Keep Colwood Green! Coalition Citizen activists and a host of environmental organizations and neighborhood associations are hoping to save 138 acres of open space that … Read more
A PDOT concept drawing of new on-street bike corrals coming to downtown Portland by the end of this month.(Click to enlarge)
Mud and smiles coming soon.– Watch slideshow below –(Photos © J. Maus) There is no denying that the cyclocross season is upon us. The first sign is always an increase in sales of ‘cross bikes and parts on the OBRA email list. Then, I hear shop employees telling me how everyone is coming in to … Read more
Bike polo is a time-honored tradition here in Portland and our very own Axles of Evil is a team/club full of some of the most skilled and respected players anywhere. Their home base is the tennis courts at Alberta Park in Northeast Portland, and now they’ve taken their game onto the grass. Below is an … Read more
This just in from the Portland Police Bureau’s Public Information Office: UPDATED statement posted at 11:10pm: “On Tuesday, September 9, 2008, officers from East Precinct and the Major Crash Team were called to the area of Southeast 122 Avenue and Southeast Division Street on a serious injury collision involving a motor vehicle and bicyclist. During … Read more
Official Event Website Bald Peak—like no other cross venue around. A fast and technical course with a mix of narrow trails and wide open spaces for exciting racing and viewing. Madison’s Bar and Grill will host a barbecue and beer garden so bring cash! New! Team Competition Make sure to bring your teammates to the … Read more