CRC update: ‘Stacked’ bridges with bikes underneath has momentum
Artists rendering of bike/ped facility underneath in a two-bridge, “stacked” configuration.(Graphics: CRC)
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In Amsterdam, bicycle use exceeds car use
On average, Amsterdam residents use bikes more than cars.(Photo: Tom Miller) Industry news publication Bike Europe reports today that, in Amsterdam, people use their bicycles more per day on average than their cars: “The bicycle is the means of transport used most often in Amsterdam. Between 2005 and 2007 people in the city used their … Read more
3, 2, 1, joust!
Mini-bike jousters compete for victory at third annual Stumptown Joustdown event held at Colonel Summers park Saturday.– Slideshow below/Gallery –(Photos © J. Maus)
Oberstar releases full transportation bill: New federal office would study cyclists’ rights
“Over reliance on automobiles can have adverse impacts on public health, both through lessened physical activity and from increased pollutants.”— from the bill’s description of the Office of Livability U.S. Rep. Jim Oberstar, Chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee has released the full text of the federal transportation bill. Calling it the “Surface … Read more
The Monday Roundup
Portland leads the way, smart growth pays, road rage crackdowns, PR problems and solutions, Critical Mass for cars, Thomas Edison and fixies, the demise of the rest stop, trikes in Scappoose. – Portland is held up on the Huffington Post as a national example for our climate initiatives — particularly our bicycle-friendliness. – Portland’s city … Read more
Sunday Parkways success: Thousands enjoy gift of carfree streets
It was a (car)free-for-all in North Portland yesterday.Slideshow below/Gallery(Photos © J. Maus) Sunday Parkways made a triumphant return to North Portland yesterday when thousands turned out to take advantage of 7.5 miles of carfree streets. Amid bright, warm sunshine and periodic rain showers, they came out on roller skates, on foot, and by every type … Read more
A quick guide to Sunday Parkways
Lots to see and do.(Photos © J. Maus) I know Sunday Parkways in North Portland starts in a matter of hours, but if you’re just waking up on Sunday morning, here are a few things to remember. Get out and stretch your legs The parks (Kenton, Arbor Lodge, and Peninsula) are where most of the … Read more
Sunday Parkways this weekend!
Rolling through Peninsula Park at last year’s event.(Photos © J. Maus) This Sunday is the North Portland edition of the City of Portland’s Sunday Parkways event. Compared to last year, Sunday’s event will be much larger, with two loops and over 7 miles of closed streets and organizers tell us there are also a lot … Read more
Road rager’s insurance pays $100,000 to injured rider
Ben Ramsdell in April.(Photo by Elly Blue) The Oregonian reported earlier this week that Ben Ramsdell, the man who was seriously injured after being intentionally run down by Johnny Escwheiler on SE Clinton nearly two years ago, will receive a $100,000 from Eschweiler’s insurance company. Escwheiler — who underwent a temporal lobotomy at age 25 … Read more
Spreading the bike fun in Vancouver
[This is part of our ongoing Pedalpalooza coverage. See all our reports and photos here.] When Rev Phil (left) comes along, you never know what to expect.– Slideshow below/Gallery –(Photos © J. Maus) Last night, a hearty group of Portland bike fun elders headed north to Vancouver to bid aloha and pay respects to our … Read more
Jobs of the Week
This week, the Community Cycling Center listed two amazing opportunities. If you want to work for one of the nation’s premier bike non-profits, this might be your lucky chance. Check out more info here: Development Director — Community Cycling Center Adult Program Coordinator — Community Cycling Center
Oberstar’s $500B T-bill would establish livability office, U.S. bike route system
Rep. Jim Oberstar speaking at the 2007 National Bike Summit.(Photos © J. Maus) Today — the man who just two years ago stood in front of 2,000 Cycle Oregon riders in lycra shorts (after he himself battled the day’s grueling climb) and told them he would “thread the language of bicycles into the federal transportation … Read more