Industry Roundup: New digs for Nomad, Stoic Wheels’ new product, retailer wins award, and more
From e-bikes to WTF, Portland’s inclusive bike scene keeps maturing.
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Oregon Handmade Bicycle Show freshens up with new location for 2017
If you love bikes, put this on your calendar.
New business voice finds strength, maintains focus on housing and transportation
They have momentum — and a laser focus on two key issues.
Industry Ticker: SE Portland’s Renovo launches ‘Aerowood’ road bike
Bubinga and curly maple wood is “nature’s carbon fiber.”
The Portland connection behind the limited edition ‘Sequoia Merz’ bike from Specialized
Local builder who once worked for Specialized gets re-hired for new model.
Bike industry leaders oppose bike tax proposal amid push for alternatives
About $35 extra for the average new bike.
Industry Ticker: Norther’s Klickitat, limited edition Breadwinner, and Western Bikeworks big remodel
Good stuff from local makers and sellers.
Ikea will launch pilot program at Portland store to encourage cycling and sales
A bicycle is an essential home furnishing.
Industry Ticker: Igleheart/Chris Chance collab yields re-issue of Yo Eddy! Road Fork
Two veteran builders re-issue a classic fork.
Bike shop news roundup: Two moves, one stays, Breadwinner’s new cafe, and a heartwarming story
Keeping you in the loop on the latest bike shop news.
Thieves steal bikes, new inventory from Kenton Cycle Repair
Over $6,000 in products have been stolen.