Southeast Portlanders are mourning the loss of Seven Corners Cycles after owner Corey Cartwright announced he will close the shop by the middle of August. The shop, on SE 21st just north of Powell Blvd, has been in business 22 years. (The name of the shop comes from its first location in the Seven Corners … Read more
Students and parents spent more than a year dealing with the complexities of virtual learning during the pandemic. When schools went back to in-person status, families had a lot to adjust to and reconsider – including how to get to-and-from school. Throughout this adjustment period, the Beaverton School District (BSD) has worked to beef up … Read more
Racing bikes and riding them for fun over rough terrain and long distances can be a very expensive endeavor. In most cities, including Portland, the racing and serious riding scene is also dominated by white people. Those two factors erect significant barriers for Black and other people of color who love bikes and want to … Read more
Of the many creations inspired by Pedalpalooza over the years, perhaps none is more special than Bike Play. The event/ride is an original play written for Pedalpalooza that includes professional acting, multiple scenes, and original song and dance numbers. The stages are parks, parking lots, and other public spaces and the audience rides alongside the … Read more
Need a new job? Want a better job? We’ve got three great opportunities that just went up this week. Learn more about each one via the links below… – Warehouse Worker – Castelli Sportful USA – Safe Routes to School Coordinator – bike works by p:ear – Online Customer Service and Fulfillment Specialist – River … Read more
When I saw there was a Pedalpalooza ride from Portland to Multnomah Falls, I was immediately thrilled, and then shocked at myself. Up until very recently, I wouldn’t have thought this was even something a person could do. I’ve had pretty low faith in my athletic abilities for my entire life – physical activity was … Read more
Hey everyone! We hope your Pedalpalooza is everything you dreamed of so far. Rain is expected Friday, while a lighter drizzle could come Saturday. We recommend watching the news for updates on closures and bridge lifts related to high river water levels. And before you head out for a ride, be sure to check with ride … Read more
A man who friends described as a “shining beacon of hugs and puns” will be remembered with a public group bicycle ride on Sunday, June 26th. Aaron Proton Tarfman died by suicide on April 29th, but the circumstances surrounding his death were not made public until May 26th. Aaron was a friend to many people … Read more
Los Angeles City Council voted 11-3 Tuesday in favor of a new law that would target people who sell and repair used bikes in public without a permit. The ordinance targets bicycle thieves who live outside and critics say it unfairly targets homeless people. Bicycle “chop shops” are relatively common in Portland. We’ve reported on … Read more
Have you ever fallen for a bike at first sight? Ever seen a bike you instantly loved and wished was yours? Maybe you just got a glimpse as you passed and you’ve kicked yourself ever since for not stopping to make its acquaintance. Did you turn around and go back looking, only to be left … Read more
Street racing, drifting and “takeovers” are revving up for summer. Last Sunday night hundreds of people and cars took over sections of streets throughout the city to show off their drifting and street racing skills. According to the Portland Police Bureau, groups took over seven different locations between 8:00 pm Sunday night and 1:00 am … Read more
The Tillamook neighborhood greenway, which extends east-west across northeast Portland just three blocks north of Broadway, is one of the city’s oldest, and it’s a key bikeway for people traveling through bustling neighborhoods like Grant Park and Hollywood. Unfortunately, Tillamook has become so bustling around NE 33rd and Grant Park, that it’s no longer the … Read more