Opponents of the Columbia River Crossing (CRC) Task Force’s plan to build a gargantuan, $2-6 billion new highway bridge claimed an important victory last night. Metro Councilors heard a steady stream of public testimony in support of two resolutions to study other alternatives that were put forth by Metro Councilors Rex Burkholder and Robert Liberty.
[This is the first in a series of four interviews with local bike builders who are exhibiting at the North American Handmade Bicycle Show next weekend (March 2-4) in San Jose, California.] [Ira Ryan] For up-and-coming bike builder Ira Ryan, this will be his first time as an exhibitor. Ira is a former bicycle messenger … Read more
[A new bill proposed by Oregon Sen. Jason Atkinson could bring a new velodrome to Portland. The Alpenrose Velodrome (shown above) is in need of expensive repairs and is not a year-round facility.]
The story was posted to the forums last night. Here’s an excerpt: [A narrow sidewalk on the Sellwood Bridge.] “My wife was attacked this evening*, on the Sellwood Bridge, during her evening commute from work, for riding her bicycle. …she was on the sidewalk. The runners mostly stopped to let her and another rider by, … Read more
The last, and most innovative of the BTA’s three legislative proposals is just one minor step from being an official bill. Their “vulnerable users” proposal will be turned into the House Judiciary Committee in Salem today. Here’s the official wording of the bill summary:
[Don Walker, the man behindthe show (and the shirt).] Next weekend (March 2-4) in San Jose the world’s best bicycle craftsmen will come together at the third annual North American Handmade Bicycle Show. Portland will have a strong presence at the show this year with five exhibitors making the trip. Headset and hub manufacturer Chris … Read more
[Current issue of Wend magazine with local bike builders Ira Ryan (L) and Tony Pereira (R).]Graphic: Wend The current issue of Wend, a Portland-based adventure magazine, includes a photo spread on wool bike clothing modeled by several local bike builders. The photos were shot at Kruger’s Farm on Sauvie Island and include Ira Ryan of … Read more
[Jessica Roberts is a letter-writing superstar.] Until the whole world shares our bike-friendly fantasies, it’s up to us to show people the way. This advocacy can take many forms, including the good, old-fashioned, well-mannered letter. Jessica Roberts is a pro at writing such letters. She’s had many of them published in newspapers and probably hundreds … Read more
“Parks Department planners see the thousands of cyclists commuting over the Hawthorne Bridge daily and imagine that a shower, storage and repair facility might be a good use.”-from Oregonian article Bikestation board member and City of Vancouver Transportation Planner Todd Boulanger noticed an Oregonian article last month that he thinks offers the perfect opportunity to … Read more
Shift is a grassroots, all-volunteer group that promotes bike fun in Portland. If you ride a bike in this fair city, you’ve probably heard of them or taken part in one of their events (whether your realized it or not). Shift is behind Breakfast on the Bridges, PedalPalooza, bike moves, and much more. They’re infectious … Read more
[Thieves took bikes, cash, and parts from the CCC on NE 17th and Alberta St.] Thieves ransacked The Community Cycling Center on NE Alberta and 17th this morning. Communications director Alison Hill says, “We came in this morning to a ransacked shop and offices. Bikes, our safe, parts, and accessories stolen. Plus a day lost … Read more
The Columbia River Crossing project is moving into a crucial phase, and it’s headed in the wrong direction. A few weeks ago, I expressed concern about this project. Since then I’ve learned more and heard from many experts who share my concerns. It’s now clear to me that we need to do something to stop … Read more