STP on the horizon…
This just in from the Seattle PI: "8,000 riders expected for STP bicycle race" Wow, that’s a lot of people. Sounds like fun.
Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)
BikePortland Articles by Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)
Bakery gets into Tour de France spirit
This just in: St. Honore Bakery to host live Tour de France coverage and collect used bikes for the Community Cycling Center on July 2nd. St. Honoré Bakery will pay tribute to the Tour de France and collect bikes for low-income youths and adults. Cycle or stroll down to the bakery on Saturday, July 2nd … Read more
Good and Bad From the Oregonian
href=”http://www.cycleoregon.com/TheWeekend/index.htm” target=”_blank”>my hunch is comfirmed (I’ve heard rumors about this for a few months now): Cycle Oregon and the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will introduce Oregon’s first State Scenic Bikeway. This 136-mile route linking two of America’s greatest bicycling cities, Portland and Eugene, will be permanently signed, maintained and marketed, to showcase the scenery, … Read more
Cyclists have more fun
Signs recently spotted at Portland’s first-ever Bike Kiss-in event. * Make love, not traffic * Honk if you’re jealous * Lip lock, not gridlock * Bikes have more fun * If you rode your bike, you’d be kissing now If you missed it, check the Pedalpalooza calendar for more bike fun that you can handle!
Mt. Tabor Circuit Race this Sunday
Whether you’re a spectator or participant, the 53rd Annual Mt. Tabor Circuit Race is an event you won’t want to miss. Hosted by Team Rose City, the course is a tough, 1.3-mile hilly and curvy circuit that encircles the upper reservoir and passes by the neck of the ancient volcano that formed Mt. Tabor. The … Read more
“The Tour Baby” at the Bagdad
Don’t forget to get tickets for Portland’s only showing of “The Tour Baby”. A behind the scenes look at the Tour de France and Lance Armstrong. There are two shows, this Weds (all ages) and Thurs (21+) at the Bagdad Theater (3702 SE Hawthorne Blvd.) Film maker Scot Coady will be present for Q & … Read more
Event report: Clown House Circus!
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
Alpenrose Action
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
6 Day Racing at Alpenrose
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.
Willamette Valley Scenic Bikeway ride
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
Pedalpalooza blog launched!
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.
Division Street bike planning workshop
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