Went to the clown house last night. It was lots of fun. Didn’t stay too late cuz I had a 2 year old and a neighbor kid whose parents had no idea where I’d taken her…and we were on bikes without lights. BUT, we stayed long enough to enjoy: mud wrastlin’ flaming spool walking lightbulb … Read more
The girls and I had a great time out at Alpenrose Velodrome yesterday. I was really impressed with the racing and it was fun to learn more about the different track events. I’ve heard a lot about track racing over the years, but this was the first time I saw it live. I’m looking forward … Read more
Our very own Alpenrose Velodrome in the SW hills is in the middle of an awesome racing event, The Alpenrose Six Day. It started on Monday and goes until Saturday. Get out there and check it out. Get all the details here.
Last Friday (I know I’m late on this one) I was lucky enough to join in on a ride that gave a sneak peak at Oregon’s first State Scenic Bikeway. Cycle Oregon is spearheading the effort that will designate an independent bike route from Portland to Eugene. Jonathan Nicholas was the emcee and led the … Read more
I just launched a new blog to keep up with all the bike fun during Pedalpalooza 2005. Check it out for all the latest ride and event reports.
This just in: This Saturday (June 18th) there will be a Community Workshop about planning for Division Street. The workshop will be at Richmond Elementary School (2276 SE 41st) in the cafeteria. It will be from 9 am to Noon. This workshop will give the community an opportunity to weigh in on proposed zoning changes, … Read more
The best bike route map has just been revised and is now available. Get yours here: The BTA Metro and at local bike shops. "New maps have an updated color scheme, slightly wider coverage, and show recent developments in the regional bike route network."
Saturday night I rode my bike naked for the very first time. Me and about 100 or so other intrepid souls bared all in the name of bike fun. We met in SE and rode across the Hawthorne bridge and did a few loops around downtown. I couldn’t tell if my headache was from being … Read more
Sunday I had a date with destiny. I’ve been intrigued with bike polo for a long time now…but it wasn’t until Sunday that I actually gave it a try. Wow. What an awesome game. I got to play with some masters of the sport who I now have extreme respect for. Bike polo is a … Read more
What a morning! The Community Cycling Center’s Kids Pedal got the Grand Floral Parade off to a bikey start. Since we hit the parade route a few hours before the floats, we were sort of just a bikey appetizer for the “real” action to come…but that didn’t stop a great bunch of kids on bikes … Read more
If you’ve been anywhere near downtown you know it’s a mad scene and lots of normal bike routes are a bit disrupted by the Fun Zone. Just thought I’d give a little tip…the carnival folks have coned off a service lane on Naito Parkway that is actually a great, car-free, bike lane that will get … Read more
Snapped this photo on the way up Interstate today.