New markings meant to tame bike traffic
These new yield markings have been installed to warn bike riders of potential cross traffic.(Photos © J. Maus)
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The Monday Roundup
Here’s the news, folks! Governor Kulongoski(Photo © J. Maus) Governor Kulongoski has a vision for green transportation. Unfortunately, it’s all about cars. On a trip to Asia last week, he made a deal with Nissan to add their electric cars to the state’s fleet, and lobbied hard to bring China’s cheap hybrid cars to Oregon. … Read more
Bike Share Series; Part Four: What’s at Stake for Portland?
Tom Miller(Photo © J. Maus) Welcome to Part Four of our six-part, guest article series on bike sharing in Portland. The series is written by Tom Miller, chief of staff for Portland City Commissioner and Mayor-elect Sam Adams. On Friday, Tom shared experiences from the bike share system in Stockholm, Sweden, which is operated by … Read more
Weekend Open Thread: Getting muddy and giving back
Cross racing heads out to SauvieIsland this weekend.More photos(Photo © J. Maus) It might be cold and rainy, but that won’t stop ‘cross fanatics from enjoying another good romp in the mud. Sunday will see the return of Kruger’s Crossing, a cyclocross race out on Sauvie Island. I was there for the inaugural event back … Read more
Jeremy Jordan gets 70 months in prison for hit-and-run, DUI
After pleading guilty last month, a judge sentenced Jeremy Jordan to five years and eight months in prison this morning. Jordan is the man who sped out of a Safeway parking lot after being denied purchase of beer and struck Eric Davidson as he rode on NE Fremont street back in May.
Veer premiere tonight; tell us what you think
Tonight’s premiere is sold out.(Photo © J. Maus) Veer, the full-length documentary that offers a glimpse into Portland’s bike culture, will premiere tonight (7:30 pm) at the Hollywood Theater. The show is sold out (but I hear a few tickets will be made available at the door) and it’s sure to be an exciting evening. … Read more
Beaverton-based company offers peace of mind to cyclists
PedalSecure is a new, nationwide company based in Beaverton (just a few miles west of Portland) that offers comprehensive roadside assistance specifically for bicycle riders. For as little as $9.95 per month, PedalSecure offers “peace of mind” that you will be taken care of during your ride; whether you lose your U-lock key, need a … Read more
Business booms for SoupCycle
Mr. SoupCycle, Jed Lazar.(Photos courtesy Jed Lazar) Who would have thought that in this down economy, a local business that delivers soup by bicycle would flourish? That seems to be the case with SoupCycle. Launched back in August, the Southeast-Portland based company started by Jed Lazar now boasts 100 weekly soupscribers. Lazar is so busy … Read more
Bike share in Portland Part Three: Lessons from Stockholm
Tom Miller(Photo © J. Maus) Welcome to Part Three of our six-part, guest article series on bike sharing in Portland. The series is written by Tom Miller, chief of staff for Portland City Commissioner and Mayor-elect Sam Adams. Yesterday, Tom shared his initial impressions on bike sharing systems from a recent trip to Scandinavia. In … Read more
Could proposed “leaf tax” sweep away a bike safety hazard?
Leaves where bikes like to be.(Photo: Elly Blue) Every fall in Portland, mounds of leaves pile up on neighborhood streets, creating slippery conditions on road shoulders and sidewalks. Yesterday the Oregonian featured a story about a new “leaf tax” being considered by Mayor-elect Sam Adams that would create “leaf districts” in areas of the city … Read more
Job of the Week
This week, we’ve got a job opportunity you’re not likely to come across in many other cities. Yes, SoupCycle is hiring a “Bike Delivery Souper Hero” (watch the Front Page for more on SoupCycle). Check out the link below for more information: Bike Delivery Souper Hero – Soup Cycle
New CCC project will focus on underserved communities
The CCC, known for their work with kids, will seek to broaden their impact into underserved parts of the city.(Photo © J. Maus) The Community Cycling Center plans to launch a new project in 2009 that will seek to broaden the scope of their mission into ethnically diverse and low-income communities in North and Northeast … Read more