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Streetsblog alerted us to this just-released training video for traffic enforcement officers in Chicago’s police department. It’s worth watching — in about ten minutes, it even-handedly explains the laws that govern both driving and bicycling in Chicago, with the frame of increasing bicycling safety as much as possible, and promoting a culture of respect on … Read more
The buffered bike lane, westbound on SW Oak. (Photos © Elly Blue) It was a perfect Portland morning, alternating between gray and sunny. We’ve been getting tips all weekend about the new buffered bike lanes being installed downtown, and I decided to ride the full length of the new lanes and see how they work. … Read more
Here’s some of the news that caught our eye this week: – Portland’s newest light rail line — the Green Line MAX — began operating between downtown Portland and Clackamas this weekend. – More local leaders are looking to reduce the scope and funding of the Columbia River Crossing project. – Road taxes and congestion … Read more
Rolling through the countryside south of Medford.-Slideshow below/Gallery–(Photos © J. Maus) If the rest of the week is this hard, I’m not sure what I’ll do. Usually Cycle Oregon begins with easy, meandering miles. It’s a traditional parade lap before the real riding begins on the second or third day. But not this time. On … Read more
Bags, tents, and a bit of controlled chaos is typical for Day 0 at Cycle Oregon.-Slideshow below/Gallery–(Photos © J. Maus) Cycle Oregon‘s 23rd year got started Saturday when 2,200-plus riders (and a few hundred volunteers, staff, and vendors) showed up in Medford. In front of them was 437 miles of epic riding through southern Oregon … Read more
Eleni (6) and Danica (4) Maus in front of my Dad’s house in Grants Pass. Hi everyone. As you might have noticed, last week I was away from the office on a camping trip with the family. Now this week I’m still camping — only this time I’m doing it with 2,500 other people as … Read more
You’ve spent the week at the computer, reading about Portland’s new wave of bike infrastructure — now get out there and enjoy it! (Photo © J. Maus) It’s the weekend, and it’s beautiful out. We heartily recommend that you leave your computers for the duration and go out there and enjoy the end of summer … Read more
The Oregon Manifest is right around the corner! Organizers have unveiled the final program for this year’s six-week long celebration of the art, culture, and craft of bicycling. The multifaceted program promises to put a creative, utilitarian spin on all aspects of bicycling from framebuilding to racing — and aims to put them in front … Read more
The Morrison Bridge will soon be a connection for walking and biking, rather than a barrier. (Photo © Elly Blue) The long-planned bicycle and pedestrian facility on the Morrison Bridge has progressed tangibly in the last two weeks. Multnomah County has announced that the new path is expected to be completed by December.
Showers Pass CEO Ed Dalton sportingthe Portland jacket at this year’sWorst Day Ride(Photo © Elly Blue) Showers Pass, a local cycling gear company, has been making waves with its “Portland” rain jacket since it was introduced in 2008. The jacket is notable for crossing technical outerwear with vélocouture flair resulting in a handsome daily commuter … Read more
Will it be the last hot, sunny weekend of the year? Here’s the run-down on events. Feel free to plug these or let us know about more options in the comments. Thursday, September 10 5:00pm – 7:00pm: Car-Free Happy Hour Monthly social networking meetup for people who live carfree, do work that helps reduce car … Read more
A new local livable streets group is taking on the issue of cycling etiquette. They have just released the first in a planned series of PSAs called “Bikes Riding With Bikes.” The first movie, which appears to have been shot on the busy N Williams bike corridor, urges people to stop and help others who … Read more