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Allan Classen, founder, editor and publisher of the NW Examiner, has leveled serious criticisms at what he calls “members of the Portland Bicycle Church” in his June issue (PDF here). Several readers have sent me his monthly Editor’s Turn column titled, When the saints go riding on, which refers to bikes as “not merely a … Read more
Here’s the news that caught our eye this week: – As the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico continues to spread, we are continuing to not make the personal or policy connection between the disaster and oil consumption. – Large scale bikesharing programs are taking off in the U.S. this year. First DC, then … Read more
Kyron Horman.(Photo: Mult. Co. Sherriff’s Dept). If you live in or around Portland you have almost certainly already heard the heart-breaking news (which has made it’s way onto front page of CNN) of a seven year-old boy who has been missing since Friday. Kryon Horman was last seen at school on Friday and as of … Read more
Mayor Sam Adams addressed the crowd.– Slideshow below/Gallery –(Photos © J. Maus) About 500 people turned out in their bike-chic best last night for the Bicycle Transportation Alliance’s 15th annual fundraising gala, the Alice Awards. In marvelous outfits (see them in the slideshow below), bike lovers from around the state rubbed shoulders with fellow activists, … Read more
Action from last year’s Multnomah County Bike Fair.(Photo © J. Maus) Hard to believe… but it actually feels like summer! Sun is shining bright, nice little breeze, perfect bike weather. I was out this morning and the streets were teeming with bikes. Use this post to share your adventures, promote rides, report on events you’re … Read more
As promised, here’s the second installment of portraits and a bit of information on the advocates here at the Oregon Bike Summit… Kirsten Kaufman, the Bike Realtor.
In case you’re wondering who’s here at the Oregon Bike Summit, I took my camera around for a few minutes during a recent break in the action to find out… Zach Ham (L) and Cullen King, founders of RideWithGPS.com.
Tim Blumenthal addresses the crowd at the Oregon Bike Summit.(Photos © J. Maus) Nearly 200 bike advocates filed into the World Trade Center in downtown Portland this morning for the kickoff of the fifth annual Oregon Bike Summit. Held each year since 2006, the purpose is to knit together all the advocates, politicians, insiders, and … Read more
Crowds were thick and happy at the show in April.(Photos © J. Maus) You heard it hear first folks… after a highly successful inaugural event, the Pedal Nation Bicycle Show has announced they will return to the Oregon Convention Center April 8-11, 2011. Show co-founder Aaron McBride, got in touch with us to share the … Read more
Farhad Ghafarzade in his shop.(Photo: Green Drop Garage) Green Drop Garage, a full service auto repair shop in Southeast Portland, now offers free bike loans to customers who need a lift when their car is being serviced. Farhad Ghafarzade, President of Green Drop, has struck up a partnership with local bike shop Bike N’ Hike. … Read more
Gail Achterman at the 2008 Oregon Bike Summit.(Photo © J. Maus) The Oregon Transportation Commission is like the Jedi Council when it comes to setting statewide transportation policy. Its members are appointed by the governor and they have tremendous influence over funding, setting direction and priorities, and a host of other decisions that have a … Read more
Cover of Forest Park: A Call to Action. A recent report on the health of Forest Park published by the City Club of Portland has a noted off-road biking advocate crying foul. Frank Selker, the man who launched an effort to improve biking opportunities in the park back in December 2008 and who sits on … Read more