The Monday Roundup: Turn signal projectors, Nepalese disaster response & more
This week’s best bike links start with a device that projects turn signals onto your back.
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Portland man dies in collision while riding near Larch Mountain
Austin Crenshaw died doing the thing he loved.
Column: Whether we like it or not, bicycles are peace machines
If you want to stage a violent protest or go to war, don’t do it on bicycles. Bicycles are inherently non-violent.
Weekend Event Guide: Parties galore, nakedness, MTB racing, and more
Get out there. Just don’t pedal too hard or you’ll melt.
‘Critical Mastectomy’: Post-op women will roll together in World Naked Bike Ride
“It’s not awful. It’s just different. We just need to be a little more open about it.”
Man wins in court three years after police, insurance company blamed him for collision
Justice for a man wrongfully accused of slamming into an SUV while biking down Broadway.
Commissioner Novick responds to ‘Day of Protests’ with diverter promise
“In reference to Neighborhood Greenways, I hear you.”
New transportation bill in Salem includes $78 million to widen Portland-area freeways – UPDATED
Oregon’s overwhelmingly Democratic state legislature seems to be preparing to fund major freeway widenings around the Portland metro area.
At City Hall rally, demonstrators demand action for safer streets
“As I sit here asking you to make safe routes a priority, I am not a special interest.”
TriMet bus operator allegedly drives into people on Williams Ave, then flees – UPDATED
It happened at that tricky left turn spot at N Williams and New Seasons Market.
Industry Ticker: Showers Pass introduces new Cascade Collection
Showers Pass has introduced eight new items meant for touring, bike camping and year-round commuting.
It’s not your imagination: Pedalpalooza’s big rides are getting bigger
And the biggest ride of all is coming on Saturday.