Last night’s BikeCraft event was fantastic. The turnout was massive, everyone seemed to have good time, and Portland was introduced to an impressive and inspiring array of artisans who shared their arts, crafts, and other wonderful things. On that note, I present the slideshow below:
Trek CEO John Burke says Trek sales are up…so far.(Photos © J Maus) The mountain of bad economic news in this country seems to get steeper with each passing day. But amid the slowdown, there are some signs that bike-related industries are still rolling along with ease, at least for now. Signs from the local, … Read more
New non-profit will certify mass participation sportingevents. When Princeton grad and professional triathlete Jeff Henderson began planning the City of Portland Triathlon back in 2007 he didn’t just want to create Portland’s first urban triathlon, he wanted to make the event as earth-friendly as possible. Going far beyond the usual “green” measures, the Portland Tri … Read more
Inside the opening night party for Custom Bicycles of Portland.(Photos © J. Maus)
Queen Bee Creations will debut these at BikeCraft.(Photo: Queen Bee) We’ve already shared some of the cool bike-part jewelry you’ll find at BikeCraft IV. Today, we’ll share a bit of info and photos from not one, not two, but three(!) Portland artisans who will offer up their handmade bike panniers for sale at the event. … Read more
Mock-up of inaugural issue. Seattle-based Price Media, the publishers behind Outdoors NW magazine, have announced that they’ll publish NW Cyclist magazine in March 2009. In a press release, publisher Carolyn Price says, “Seattle and Portland are known as the two greatest bicycling cities in the country and our readers want as much information on bicycling … Read more
Castelli’s high tech, Insolito Radiation Jacket. Three Portland-based bike apparel companies woke up to good news this morning — some prominent publicity in USA Today. Their resident bike reporter Sal Ruibal featured clothing suitable for cold winter commuting. Among the brands listed are Portland companies Showers Pass, Rapha, and Castelli.
“The whole biking movement is really a part of who we are as a city…it was a no-brainer for us.”— Chris Finks, executive director of the Downtown Marketing Initiative on why they chose to feature bicycles in their TV ad campaign. As several Portlanders pedal peacefully down the middle of downtown streets (one of them … Read more
PedalSecure is a new, nationwide company based in Beaverton (just a few miles west of Portland) that offers comprehensive roadside assistance specifically for bicycle riders. For as little as $9.95 per month, PedalSecure offers “peace of mind” that you will be taken care of during your ride; whether you lose your U-lock key, need a … Read more
Mr. SoupCycle, Jed Lazar.(Photos courtesy Jed Lazar) Who would have thought that in this down economy, a local business that delivers soup by bicycle would flourish? That seems to be the case with SoupCycle. Launched back in August, the Southeast-Portland based company started by Jed Lazar now boasts 100 weekly soupscribers. Lazar is so busy … Read more
The new CETMAcargo bike from Eugene.(Photos courtesy Lane Kagay)