New York Times goes on a ride in Portland
It’s not very often that the venerable New York Times (third largest circulation newspaper in the U.S.) features Portland. And it’s even more rare that they ride bikes when they get here.
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Advocates get down to business at Oregon Bicycle Summit
Today featured breakout sessionson a variety of issues. We’re half way through the Oregon Bicycle Summit here in Sisters. Summit attendees have been learning the what’s-what and who’s-who in Oregon’s bicycle movement. Jonathan Nicholas kicked off the event this morning with an engaging talk about the history of the ride he started on a whim … Read more
TriMet plans bike party for I-205 detour
Flyer for TriMet’s new bike event. TriMet, and its partners on the I-205 light rail construction project, are planning “I-bike-205, a party on pedals”. The event will take place on July 13th when they will unveil a new 6.5 mile alternate bike route around the planned construction. On the event flyer, TriMet says,
League Director says "Oregon rocks" for cycling
Andy Clarke addresses theOregon Bicycle Summit. Andy Clarke, the Executive Director of the Washington D.C.-based League of American Bicyclists opened the second annual Oregon Bicycle Summit last night. He addressed a packed audience of 125 advocates from around the state at the Fine Pine Lodge and Conference Center in Sisters. In his speech he said … Read more
Kulongoski declares April 14th as State Bike Day
It’s official. I’m down in Sisters at the Oregon Bicycle Summit and I just heard some cool news from Oregon state bicycle tourism coordinator Iris Griggs. She said the Director of Oregon State Parks, Tim Wood will announce tomorrow that Governor Kulongoksi has officially proclaimed April 14th to forever be known as, Oregon’s Scenic Bikeway, … Read more
PDOT issues statement on Ladds Circle engineering
One of the issues that has come up after the recent stop sign enforcement at Ladds Circle is whether or not PDOT should consider changing the stop signs to yields. In response to many people contacting PDOT about this, they have issued a statement from a city traffic engineer with more details (click image for … Read more
Courier Coffee roaster is fueled by two wheels
Joel Domreis of Courier Coffee In Portland, there’s an undeniable link between coffee and bicycles. We’ve got Stumptown and their involvement with Bikes to Rwanda and Nossa Familia, who can be found pulling shots at events ranging from track racing at Alpenrose Velodrome to Cycle Oregon. And now there’s Courier Coffee and its wide-eyed owner, … Read more
Job of the Week, 4/13/07
Here’s an opportunity to get into the bike industry with a great company based in Eugene, Oregon. Job: Bike Builder Company: Green Gear Inc., Bike Friday
Police report on Ladds Circle enforcement
I just received a report on Wednesday’s enforcement mission at Ladds Circle from Traffic Division Sergeant Mike Fort: Photo: Portland Police Bureau Traffic Division
Shaun Deller to lead "Tour of Survival"
Deller led a bicycle tourof wild edible plants last year.Photo: Carye Bye Shaun Deller is well-known in Portland and beyond for his cycling-inspired caps. His business, Deller Recyclist Apparel, specializes in handmade hats sewn from recycled fabrics found at local thrift stores. I’ve been a fan of them for a long time and Shaun is … Read more
Flap over enforcement must lead to solutions
A scene from yesterday’s enforcement mission in Ladds Circle. Neighbors complained about bicyclists and the Police Bureau responded with motorcycle officers.Photo: Aaron Tarfman The recent enforcement mission in Ladds Circle has created a fervor of action and discussion. Twenty-four hours after the incident and comments are still coming in. Here’s a quick recap of what … Read more
Catching up with Ayleen Crotty of Filmed by Bike
Ayleen Crotty of Filmed by BikeFile photo: 4/11/07 You can’t go to far in Portland’s bike scene without running into Ayleen Crotty. She’s the spirit behind such beloved institutions as the Midnight Mystery Rides, the KBOO Bike Show, the Multnomah County Bike Fair and more. And after this weekend she’ll be best known for her … Read more