Ask BikePortland: Are there right-of-way guidelines for riders on neighborhood greenways?
“Had an encounter this week where a man in a pickup truck threatened us for being in the way.”
Ask BikePortland
Where your burning bike questions get answered. We share reader-submitted questions and then let the community weigh in with answers.
Ask BikePortland: Why did ODOT downgrade the N Delaware/Lombard crossing?
A recent Oregon Department of Transportation project in north Portland has helped tame an urban highway, but it came at the cost of a key bike crossing.
Ask BikePortland: How can I connect with other riders in the time of COVID-19?
Are you feeling a bit lonely? You’re not the only one. These warm summer months are typically peak season for Portland’s cycling scene. But during a time when the coronavirus dominates hearts and minds, most events and races have been cancelled. Usually bustling bikeways are sparse. Events are the connective tissue of a healthy bike … Read more
Ask BikePortland: Where can I donate a used bike?
Our latest Ask BikePortland comes right in time for the season of giving. Reader Shelley G emailed last week to ask: We have a vintage trike that needs to be cleaned up with a new tire and a paint job. We would love to donate it. Our desire is for it to be fixed up … Read more
Ask BikePortland: Why is PBOT closing so many crosswalks?
They have their reasons.
Ask BikePortland: Know any good bike shed builders?
Reader A.L. needs someone to build a bike shed: We need to build/have built a secure bike storage structure in our backyard. Limited budget ($500-700). Do you have any recommendations for who to work with? Doesn’t need to be someone licensed, and probably won’t be with our budget, but at least reliable/does good enough work.
Ask BikePortland: What’s up with Zidell and the future of South Waterfront greenway path?
The future of biking on the Willamette in South Waterfront.
Ask BikePortland: What’s the correct way to cross the I-5 bridge?
Please share your advice with Greg.
Ask BikePortland: Do I have to stop for red lights while riding on ‘Better Naito’?
Sorry to break it to you, but red means stop.
Ask BikePortland: Who takes the fall for a fallen bike?
When bike parking poses an ethical dilemma.
Ask BikePortland: Is there a right way to confront someone who’s texting and driving?
This week, BikePortland reader Kim sent us a query that will be familiar to many people on the road.
Ask BikePortland: As a driver, what does all that green mean?
Confused by all the green.