Industry Ticker: Islabikes steps up youth bike offerings with new ‘Pro Series’
No more cutting corners for kids who are serious about riding.
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What I learned at the Portland Electric Bike Expo
If e-bikes can help us build a bigger one over the years to come, that’ll be exciting.
OHSU’s Go By Bike Valet has doubled its users in three years
The reasons why are useful lessons for cities looking to boost biking.
Industry Ticker: Cyclone Bicycle hires Mark Mollenkopf as national sales director
Mollenkopf was previously with Portland Design Works.
Portland’s biggest, baddest bike parking facility is about to open
The 24-hour facility will offer service from on-site mechanics, paid lockers, showers, a bike-repair stand, cargo bike parking and a bike wash.
Stumptown Coffee employees can now check out a bike from the company fleet
They even had the bikes custom-painted and fully accessorized.
Breadwinner rolling with new model and ‘Editor’s Choice’ award
Local bike builder had a big month.
Next week’s ‘Better Broadway’ trial aims for better shopping environment
The May 9-15 design will add temporary crosswalk markings and traffic islands as well as in-street cafe seating.
Chris DiStefano hired for new marketing and public affairs position at River City Bicycles
Expect new initiatives and a stronger focus on advocacy going forward.
Car-sharing service Turo builds slowly, nears 50 cars in metro area
It essentially lets you turn your personal car into a Hertz.
With a new ride and race venue, Columbia County looks to embrace cycling
There’s much more to love than just the Banks-Vernonia Trail.
Islabikes donates 14 bikes to the Community Cycling Center
The bikes will come in handy during summer bike camp season.