Ira Ryan has left Breadwinner Cycles, will restart solo brand
It’s the end of another era in Portland’s rich history of custom bike builders, and possibly the start of a new one.
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Breadwinner celebrates 10 years in business with limited edition model
Their longevity is a testament to the quality of their bikes and their character.
Top bicycle builders coming to Portland for ‘Open House’ Saturday
If you’re the type of person who can lose yourself in the beauty of a bicycle, or if you’re in the market for your dream bike, then you don’t want to miss the Chris King Open House this Saturday. The seventh annual event will be a gathering of 15 of America’s top bicycle makers (and … Read more
New ‘global bike show’ coming to Portland next fall
After a multi-year dry spell, there’s a new show on the calendar that could re-center Portland as a hotbed of framebuilding and high-end, custom bikes. Made, is a new “industry and consumer bike event with a mission to bring framebuilders, media and makers together to elevate and inspire”. It will take place in Portland in … Read more
Chris King’s ‘Not So Open House’ is perfect election distraction material
(Scenes from open house videos)
Portland area bike companies in Sacramento for North American Handmade Bicycle Show
The show is in Sacramento this year.
Breadwinner Cycles has purchased Sugar Wheel Works
Two great companies now make one company greater.
Look what just came out of The Vanilla Workshop
Vanilla heritage in a “ready made” package.
Former Portland bike builder Mitch Pryor loses home and shop in Camp Fire
It’s hard enough to make it as a bike builder.