Researchers launch online survey for feedback on NE Multnomah cycle path
You, too, can now take the 20-minute survey about the new cycle path on NE Multnomah Street through the Lloyd District.
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Collision raises questions about changes on Hawthorne Bridge
A man who broke his right elbow biking over the Hawthorne viaduct last week says he thinks the new design is confusing to people in cars.
City will build new separated cycle path around treacherous Terwilliger ‘teardrop’
A fix is coming to the Terwilliger teardrop.(Red marks the narrow spot that is currently a safety issue.) A nerve-wracking and dangerous pinch-point on a heavily traveled section of SW Terwilliger Blvd will be the site of Portland’s newest separated bike path. The location is the northeast corner of the intersection of Terwilliger and Capitol … Read more
BikeCraft opens at Velo Cult next weekend (11/30)
It’s coming!(Photos by J. Maus/BikePortland) The ninth annual BikeCraft holiday gift fair is set for next weekend, November 30th – December 1st, and we’re excited to announce Velo Cult (1969 NE 42nd Ave) as the new venue! Event organizers Aaron Kaffen and Amos Hunter have once again brought together a stellar line-up of local gift-makers … Read more
Vancouver toasts second year sucesses of Bike Clark County
Bike Clark County founder Eric Giacchino.(Photo by J. Maus/BikePortland) Bike Clark County celebrated its second anniversary with a party Friday night in Vancouver attended by bike activists and enthusiasts from all over the county. And there was also one notable attendee from Portland, author and journalist Jeff Mapes, who journeyed up by bike over the … Read more
4 things U.S. college towns could teach planners about biking
It’s time for urban planners to stop ignoring how well college towns work and start learning from them.
Velomobile maker Organic Transit to set roots in Portland
Coming to Portland Durham, North Carolina-based Organic Transit is currently shopping for office and warehouse space in Portland. The company is known for their “ELF” solar and pedal-powered vehicle (which stands for Electric, Light and Fun) which they bill as the “most efficient vehicle on the planet.” The company is the brainchild of Rob Cotter, … Read more
Q&A: Can inclusionary zoning keep low-car neighborhoods diverse?
One after another, Portland’s formerly affordable neighborhoods have seen the rising appeal of low-car life drive their mortgages and rents sky-high. But what’s to be done?
Turning the tables on traffic safety responsibility
“TriMore” parody site targeted at TriMet’s safety campaign. It’s that time of year when many commutes happen in the dark and transportation agencies and advocacy groups roll out their safety promotion campaigns. You know the campaigns, they encourage people to wear bright, reflective clothing, and implore people to take extra caution when bicycling and walking. … Read more
Portland buys a new, bike path-sized street sweeper
We’re happy to report that PBOT has taken delivery of a new sweeper that is specifically designed to fit inside narrow bike paths.
BTA looks to expand reach with ‘Advocacy 101’ training
There are a thousand ways to improve biking in the area, but the pros only have time to focus closely on 16.
City reveals early options, sets stage for ’20’s Bikeway’ project
One of the most important bike-related projects in the city right now is at that wonderful point in its life cycle where interesting ideas have a chance to take root.