The Monday Roundup: Broke mechanics, ridiculous legislator & more
Why do bike mechanics make so little money? And other great bike links of the week.
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Steel Bridge users: take another route Monday morning
Just a reminder: As we shared last week, the Steel Bridge is likely to be closed for maintenance through some or all of the morning commute on Monday, Feb. 17, no matter what your vehicle is. It should be open by 8:30 a.m.
I love my bikes. There. I said it.
Wherein I get a bit gushy about how much I love bikes. Hope it’s not TMI.
Widmer teams with Keen Footwear for new ‘Full Fender Brown Ale’
Guess who’s made a bike-themed beer.
City’s top idea for 28th Ave: Shared lane in one direction, buffer in the other
As the city prepares to take its plan to businesses, an ‘optimal’ bike facility for the 20s bikeway isn’t on the table.
PBOT director says new action plan will include ‘Vision Zero’ commitment
Portland will follow in the steps of Chicago and New York City by setting a schedule to completely eliminate traffic fatalities or serious injuries no matter the cost, the city’s transportation director said in a new interview.
Weekend Event Guide: Bob Roll, Mini Bike Olympics, Gateway Green, and more
Enjoy the weekend even more by checking out the events featured in this week’s Hopworks beer-powered Weekend Event Guide.
Man claims he was victim of intentional smoke screen from passing truck
Breathing exhaust is bad enough. One reader says he was the victim of a smoke screen attack.
City releases dates, locations for 2014 Sunday Parkways events
With the first one just three months away, PBOT has announced the dates and locations for 2014’s five Sunday Parkways events.
Locked Up: A vintage Peugeot mixte with tasteful upgrades
After a two-year hiatus we’re bringing back our Locked Up feature where we gawk at awesome bikes parked in Portland.
Portlanders show off bikes, fashion at ‘Dress Like Your Bike’ party (photos)
Did you ever start to realize that you’ve begun to physically resemble your bicycle?
How much damage do studded tires cause? ODOT study will find out
If your hair stands on end in frustration every time you hear studded tires being used, you’ll be happy to know ODOT has just launched a new effort to study their impact on our roads.