Industry Ticker: The Vanilla Workshop launches ‘Urban Racer’ model
An “urban shred sled” from Mr. Vanilla.
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Fixing Southeast: Three achievable proposals from a fast-rising advocate
As the last few weeks have made horrifically clear, the area is still full of problems.
Cheat the wind, make a friend: A few tips for riding in a group
Don’t be shy. Grab a wheel and enjoy the benefits of le peloton.
Portland wins bike share grant — to study someone else’s bike share
$75,000 for bike share in Portland! Oh wait…
The Monday Roundup: A bike-boom time capsule, the Blazers’ latest bike fanatic and more
This week’s best bike links begin with a blast from the 1970s.
Mayor Hales, Commissioner Novick call ‘urgent meeting’ in wake of collisions
Coming to the table.(Photo J. Maus/BikePortland) Portland Mayor Charlie Hales and City Commissioner Steve Novick have just announced an “urgent meeting” that will take place next week at City Hall to discuss bike safety following a spate of collisions that has sparked widespread concerns. Novick is the commissioner in charge of the transportation bureau, which … Read more
ODOT says new signals with left turn arrows coming to SE Powell next week
They heard you.(Photo: J Maus/BikePortland_ As hundreds of people take to the streets in an expression of frustration about unsafe biking conditions in Portland, the Oregon Department of Transportation has just announced plans to install new left turn arrows at SE Powell and 26th Avenue — an intersection where two people have sustained serious injuries … Read more
Comment of the Week: What if there were a national campaign to shame people who drive illegally?
Should traffic crimes be punished like sex crimes?
On the scene at the BTA Alice Awards gala
BTA Board Chair Justin Yuen makes the main point of the night.(Photos by J. Maus/BikePortland) Last night was the Bicycle Transportation Alliance’s 25th anniversary celebration and Alice Awards gala at the Portland Art Museum.
Man injured while bicycling on SE 26th at Powell (yes that same intersection) – UPDATED
From the scene a few minutes ago.(Photo by @long_ter on Twitter) There has been another collision involving a bicycle rider in Portland. And this time it was at the same intersection where Alistair Corkett lost his leg just a few weeks ago.
By pushing for road safety audit, state Rep. Ann Lininger steps into leadership role on Barbur
Lininger was appointed last year to represent much of Southwest Portland.
Weekend Event Guide: Roses, urban repair, a bike swap, and more
Ever wanted to help paint an intersection? You’re in luck this weekend.(Photo J Maus/BikePortland) Welcome to your menu of weekend rides and events, lovingly brought to you by our friends at Hopworks Urban Brewery. Have you looked at the weekend forecast? Oh my it looks swell. Summer is here and the streets will be crawling … Read more