U-lock maker Kryptonite is looking to gain exposure in Portland. They’ll help run the bike valet at the upcoming Bicycle Film Festival, which rolls into Portland in September. In advance of that event, spokesperson Donna Tocci says they’ve already put up posters and decals (see samples below) around the city with their latest marketing slogans.
Sometimes “on your left!” is not enough.File photo: 11/22/05 With a large increase in bicycle ridership over the years, two-wheeled traffic is beginning to outgrow infrastructure that was once considered adequate. Bike congestion is becoming more common, especially on paths that are popular with pedestrians like; the Eastbank Esplanade, the Waterfront, and especially the Hawthorne … Read more
The 2007 legislative session in Salem has been a busy one for bike bills. Here’s a rundown of where things stand on the ones I’ve been following. House Bill 3314 – Vulnerable Users of a Public Right of Way This bill (text), which seeks to create a new offense for inflicting serious injury or death … Read more
Detail of Mike Russell’s CulturePulp comic featuring the Sprockettes. View more on his blog.
The great thing about the Portland bike scene is that no matter how you take your two-wheeled fix, you’re sure to find something you like. Take this past weekend for example.
SE Salmon and 23rd.File photo: 5/11/07 Exactly one year ago today, the Portland Police Bureau Traffic Division carried out a stop sign enforcement action (a.k.a sting) at SE 23rd and Salmon. Many cyclists received tickets and the incident touched off a heated debate (that rages on today). This debate includes issues like; the use of … Read more
Cyclists at the hearing (not everyone shown). From L to R: Dat Nguyen, Steve Upchurch, Tomas Quinones, Steve Kirkendall, Kirsty Hall.File photo: 5/10/07 Cyclists made their voices heard in front of the Mayor and four City Commissioners at the Community Budget Hearing last night. A week or so ago, with funding for the Bike Master … Read more
Spotted a funny billboard on N. Vancouver (near Legacy Hospital) this morning.
Mayor Tom Potter was the guest of Sheila Hamilton on the KINK-FM Afternoon Show yesterday. In an interview that dealt mostly with Potter’s charter reform effort, Hamilton also brought up the Bike Master Plan funding fiasco. It’s rare to hear Potter talk about bikes, so I thought I’d share his words with you. Below is … Read more
Here are two great jobs recently listed on the BikePortland Job Listings: Job: Customer Service/Sales, Jenson USA Company: Jenson USA Job: Sales and Service Professionals Company: Bike Gallery
Candi got into the spiritof Halloween Cross.File photo: 10/28/06 Candi Murray has been nominated for a place in the Oregon Sports Hall of Fame. Candi is considered by many to be the heart and sole of the Oregon Bicycle Racing Association. For 25 years she has been a devoted and tireless volunteer as OBRA has … Read more
I realize we’re well into May, but I just heard about this. Check out the official proclamation: TRANSPORTATION SAFETY AWARENESS MONTH PROCLAMATION OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR STATE OF OREGON