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Ira Ryan and Tony Pereira team up to launch ‘Breadwinner Cycles’
Introducing Breadwinner Cycles.(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland) Ira Ryan and Tony Pereira, two of Portland’s most well known bicycle builders, are going all-in on a new company. The duo plan to formally launch Breadwinner Cycles at the North American Handmade Bicycle Show in Denver this weekend. “We’re coming together to build more bikes for more people,” … Read more
Bicycle builders share space, dreams on SE Ankeny
Four builders share a shop space at 1515 SE Ankeny. L to R: Travis Cooper (Cycles Cooper), Joshua Bryant (Cycles J. Bryant), Bob Kazmelski (Bantam Cycle Works), Tess Velo (Telos Cycles).(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland)
Made in Portland: Cielo announces collaboration with Tanner Goods
Cielo has partnered with Tanner.-More photos below-(Photos: King Cycle Group) Following our reporting last month, Cielo has now officially announced a new line of bikes that will come with accessories made by Tanner Goods. Both companies are based in Portland and make their products just a few miles from each other. Cielo, the bike brand … Read more
Back from injury, Marilyn Hayward to open new Coventry Cycles in Beaverton
Marilyn Hayward, owner of Coventry Cycle Works East (and West!).(Photo © J. Maus/BikePortland) It sure was nice to see the beaming smile back on Coventry Cycle Works’ owner Marilyn Hayward’s face this morning. That smile — and the spirit behind it — was a far cry from where she was just six months ago. On … Read more
April Economides is bringing bicycling to businesses
April Economides.(Photo © J. Maus/BikePortland) Yesterday I met April Economides, a self-described “green urbanist” who is growing a solid reputation for making bicycles — and bicycling — a more visible and respected part of doing business. Through her firm, Green Octopus Consulting, April works with business associations, advocacy groups, and government agencies to plan and … Read more
New company will use bikes to power billboards, promotions
PDX Pedal Promotions is a new company that will unleash bike-riding “brand peddlers” throughout the streets of Portland. These riders will pedal around billboards towed in trailers behind bicycles and will do other other bike-based promotions. They call it “Portland style advertising.” Here’s more from their website:
First look: New ‘Crosspoint’ gloves from Showers Pass
The new Crosspoint Hardshell glove from Showers Pass.(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland) Portland-based Showers Pass launched a new line of gloves at the Outdoor Retailer trade show last week. It’s an ambitious foray for the company, and it’s just the latest sign of their growth into new markets and a transition away from their commuter jacket … Read more
Argonaut, Cielo toasted at River City Bicycles
Fine bicycles and fine wine at River City Bicycles last night.(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland) Last night River City Bicycles hosted a launch event for a new bike brand and toasted the ongoing success of an old one. Attendees were treated to fine wine, cheese, and nice nibbles from the in-house kitchen at Chris King Precision … Read more
Tonight’s event pick: A First Date with Argonaut and Cielo Cycles
(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland)
Roger Mallette, founder of Retro Image Apparel, has died
Roger Mallette.(Photo: His Facebook profile) Roger Mallette died Sunday from unknown causes after a fall in his Portland office over the weekend. Mallette, 48, was the founder of Retro Image Apparel/Micro Beer Jerseys, a company known for its expansive line of bike jerseys featuring licensed artwork including Star Trek, Dr. Seuss, The New Yorker magazine, … Read more
Pay-per-mile auto insurance company launches in Portland
This little device plugs into you car’s diagnostic port and then records mileage and other trip data.(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland) MetroMile, which launched in Oregon today, is the first company in the nation to offer pay-per-mile auto insurance. The company is targeting its services at the growing number of Americans — particularly those under 40 … Read more