A new warning sign (similar to this one, although it’s not finalized) on downhill side of N. Mississippi Ave. is among several bikeway improvements planned.(Graphics: PBOT) The City of Portland’s Bureau of Transportation is set to install new signage, pavement markings and a new travel lane for bicycles on N. Mississippi Avenue. It’s been over … Read more
Local racer Jacob Rathe has his eyes on a top finish in Moscow next month. 18-year old Portland resident Jacob Rathe has been selected by USA Cycling to be of four junior road racers that will represent the United States at the upcoming Junior World Championships in Moscow, Russia. For Rathe, a recent graduate of … Read more
Tour de France viewing parties, like this one at the Lucky Lab in 2007, can be found all over Portland.(Photo © J. Maus) With six stages down and 15 to go, the Tour de France is just getting warmed up. For some reason this year, the race is already exciting and the action hasn’t even … Read more
[BikePortland.org is an official media partner with the upcoming, five-week Oregon Manifest event that will celebrate bike builders from across the nation, bike advocacy, and much more. Stay tuned for more coverage of builders, events, rides, and more.] A few of the builders who will compete. Portland just might bear witness to the Next Big … Read more
Need something to occupy, amaze, and inspire you as you lie on the beach, in your backyard, or on your couch in the coolest room in your house at the end of a long day this summer? Check out the BikePortland Bookstore for ideas, or browse through our most recent additions below. Through our partnership … Read more
Who’s to blame for poorly timed commercial breaks during the Tour? Yesterday’s exciting Tour de France stage saw popular racer Thomas Voeckler (who won many fans for his courageous defense of the Yellow Jersey in 2004). Voeckler pounced on his breakaway companions and rolled into Perpignan alone for his first-ever stage win. But for many … Read more
Billing itself as “the premiere event for cycling microbrew lovers in North America,” the Bikes ‘n’ Brew Century will offer a physical test, a visual feast, and a bounty of good beers. The informal, 100-mile group ride (scheduled for July 18th) will take participants from Southeast Portland up and over Mt. Hood and down the … Read more
They now offer a bike loan. Just over a year ago, we reported that Portland-based Unitus Community Credit Union offered a bike loan. Now comes word that a second local credit union, Northwest Resource Federal Credit Union, has a similar program.
Free Geek is one of Portland’s most bike-friendly businesses. In Portland, we’re fortunate to have many local businesses and organizations that support bicycling. Free Geek, a non-profit based in Southeast Portland that recycles and sells used computers and parts, makes biking easier by selling a few accessories in their Thrift Store. One of the items … Read more
View Larger Map Connor was struck on SW Hall Blvd. The Beaverton Police Department reports that last night at about 11:49 pm, a man was hit by a truck on SW Hall Blvd just west of SW Scholls Ferry Road. The truck fled the scene and left 53 year old Jeff Connor laying the middle … Read more
Bridge concept design by Donald MacDonald. Once it’s built, TriMet’s Milwaukie Light Rail bridge over the Willamette River will be the first in the country to carry only light rail and people on bikes and foot (no cars). What will the actual bike and pedestrian facilities look like? TriMet is currently working out design details … Read more
“Whether it’s a hip aesthetic or an environmental message, transportation bikes are making a lifestyle and cultural statement that will change the face of the industry.” Bicycle Retailer and Industry News (BRAIN) has made it official: “transportation bikes” are taking the bike industry by storm. In a story published on their website yesterday, the publication … Read more