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Masks, more room, and passing etiquette: The new rules for riding
Many Portland bike riders are already wearing masks. (Photos by Jonathan Maus/BikePortland) The Age of Masks is upon us.
Becky Jo’s Carfree Life: Cats and Quarantine
How do you do pet care without a car? My cat is freaking out.
Jobs of the Week: The CCC, Santa Barbara Bike Coalition, Portland Pedal Power, Velotech
The economy is reeling, but there are still jobs to be had in the bike world. Learn more about our freshest listings via the links below… – Mechanic/Brand Ambassador Rider – Portland Pedal Power by Waiter.com – Youth Programs Supervisor-Safe Routes to School – Community Cycling Center – Customer Experience Specialist – Velotech, Inc. – … Read more
Covid-19 Small Bike Business Resource Guide: Part 3 – A Roundup of Revenue Sources
The final installment of our three-part series written by Rebecca Small and Shawn Small. On Friday, we shared information on the two programs that are intended to help you maintain payroll. However, businesses have other expenses besides payroll. Though not an exhaustive list, the resources below can help you pay for things such as; fixing … Read more
With virus in the air, Portlanders packed onto streets and paths this weekend
(Photos: Jonathan Maus/BikePortland) I’m trying to justify an article I just read in The Oregonian with what I saw on a ride through Portland Sunday. And I can’t do it.
Ghost bike on Southeast Gladsone won’t be removed, City says
In the past few days I’ve heard from two readers concerned that a ghost bike in the Creston-Kenilworth neighborhood would be removed by the City of Portland. “I know there is a ton going on right now and this probably not high on most everyone’s list of important things,” the reader shared. “But it is … Read more
With help from friends, our bike shop status spreadsheet has gone national
Map of bike shop statuses during the COVID-19 outbreak created by Chris King Precision Components and Portland Design Works
Concerns aside, Metro Council gives ODOT $129 million for I-5 Rose Quarter project
Despite a majority of Metro Council expressing concerns about the future of a nearly $800 million project that will expand the I-5 freeway through the Rose Quarter, only two out of seven members voted against giving the Oregon Department of Transportation $129 million to continue working on it. The 5-2 vote came at a meeting … Read more
Covid-19 Small Bike Business Resource Guide: Part 2 – Maintaining Payroll
Part two of a three-part series written by Rebecca Small and Shawn Small. See full series here. We continue with another timely article that’s tailor-made for Portland bike businesses. On Wednesday we explained how to navigate the system and find unemployment benefits. Today we’ll share the latest links and advice for how to manage cashflow … Read more
Amid sea of closures, Forest Park remains open for business
If you think it’s hard to comply with social distancing guidelines on narrow sidewalks and bike lanes in Portland, you should try doing it on singletrack trails in Forest Park. But that hasn’t stopped the City of Portland from keeping the much-loved urban park open. While trails in the Columbia River Gorge and elsewhere throughout … Read more