One commenter calledthis “downright devilish”.(File photo) One of things I love about Portland is the constant array of interesting bikes I see around town. As an incorrigible bike geek, it’s impossible for me to walk by a rack without doing a quick once-over to see what gems I might find. The other night, I left … Read more
It’s the weekend, so there’s no excuse for not getting out and experiencing one of these fun rides. Check the official Pedalpalooza calendar for more info. SLOW-POKE PASTRY PATROL 4235 SE Woodstock (Woodstock Bike Gallery) 10:00am – 12:00pm Short ride to one of SE Portland’s increasing number of great bakeries for coffee and treats and … Read more
Adams at Jefferson High last night.(He’s not sunburned, it’s just a bad photo.)(File photo) Portland City Commissioner Sam Adams is gearing up to launch a new transportation funding initiative. Last night at the Bicycle Master Plan open house in North Portland, he stopped by to drop a hint. As attendees filled out comment forms and … Read more
Nationally syndicated radio talk show host Lars Larson can usually be counted on for ranting against bicyclists, but now it seems he’s taking a cue from the Oregonian and showing his support for the Vulnerable Roadway Users bill. Case in point. I was forwarded an email from someone who claimed to have heard him speaking … Read more
[By Elly Blue] What does the word accident mean? A mistake, but not just any mistake — not an action, but an outcome both unintended and unavoidable, something no reasonable person could have predicted or prepared for. The word is commonly used to describe bad things happening to good people from natural causes — the … Read more
One of several scenic lookouts.View full gallery(File photo) Last week I got an up-close look at one of the country’s most scenic bikeways. My guide was Jeanette Kloos, President of the Friends of the Historic Columbia River Highway, a new group that is working to restore and reconnect the highway to its previous glory. Originially … Read more
I got Pez’d! If you’re just clicking over here from the article in Pez Cycling News…welcome to BikePortland! Since you read Pez, you’re probably a big bike racing fan (so am I). I’ve got lots of racing articles and photos for you to enjoy. Check out the slideshow below from a recent criterium series held … Read more
Here’s what Pedalpalooza has in store for you today… SMALL MUSEUMS BY BIKE TOUR: THE CITY AT WORK 1038 SE 39th Ave (Belmont Library) 12:45pm – 3:45pm Slide down a fire pole. Send a secret morse code message. Lock up in an old jail cell. This family-friendly Small Museums by Bike Tour will explore the … Read more
There’s been a surprising turn of events in the fixed-gear brake saga. Last week I reported that the effort to clarify the bicycle brake requirement so that fixed-gear bicycles don’t need to have an additional brake was on its way to becoming Oregon law. The bill (S.B. 729) has passed the Senate and the House … Read more
James Koski (L) and Don Bain, founders of Cascade Huts, LLC.(Photo: Cascade Huts) Three years ago, Intel employee Don Bain and his friend James Koski (Chief of Staff for Congressman Earl Blumenauer) took a ride from Durango to Moab on Colorado’s fabled hut-to-hut mountain bike route. They had such a good time, they wanted to … Read more
Tim O’Donnell (1941-2007)(Photo: Portland Velo) Tim O’Donnell will live on in the memories of his friends, family, and of the bike community for many years. A memorial service has been scheduled to pay respects and to come together as a community. Here are the details (taken from the Portland Velo newsletter): A celebration of Tim’s … Read more
(File photo) U-lock maker Kryptonite has released their list of the Top 10 Cities for Bike Theft. Portland comes in at a tie for 9th place with San Diego, CA and Washington, DC. Here is the complete list: