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Rep. Blumenauer to talk MAP-21 in Portland next month

Check it out… Portland Congressman Earl Blumenauer will speak at the Women’s Transportation Seminars (WTS) luncheon in October. See their blurb below: October 9th – WTS Luncheon Featuring EARL BLUMENAUER Congressman Blumenauer discusses MAP 21 Please join us for our luncheon on October 9th, featuring Congressman Earl Blumenauer, who will be talking about MAP 21, … Read more


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Ownership, management changes at Showers Pass

This just in from locally based Showers Pass clothing: Ownership, Management Changes at Showers Pass, Portland-Based Outerwear Company PORTLAND, Ore., September 18, 2012 — Showers Pass Co-President Ed Dalton has sold his interest in the Portland-based cycling apparel maker to business partner and Co-President Kyle Ranson, the company announced today. “I am proud to say … Read more


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Public hearing tomorrow for N/NE Quadrant and I-5 Broadway/Weidler plans

The Portland Planning and Sustainability Commission is hosting a public hearing on the Draft N/NE Quadrant and I-5 Broadway/Weidler Facility Plans. This is the major, two-year public process to figure out how to deal with this crucial central city area — from both a zoning/planning perspective and from a transportation perspective. The I-5 plan, as … Read more


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Casting call for “cyclists” and outdoorsy types (pays well!)

Just got this email form a local photo studio looking to find some people who ride bikes for a photo shoot/audition/casting call. It pays $700 for one full day of work!… OPEN CASTING CALL FOR: Urban/Athletic/Outdoorsy Types Slackline Yogis, Yogis, Runners, Cyclists, Kayakers WHAT: Clothing company catalogue AUDITION: Casting is Tuesday, Sept 11th 10-12pm or … Read more


Portland Design Works 4th anniversary party tonight at Velo Cult

Portland based bike part and accessory designers Portland Design Works is celebrating four years in business with a big get together at Velo Cult Bike Shop tonight. PDW has built a solid reputation for their nifty, affordable, and well-made lights, racks, fenders and other accessories. They’re also known for throwing great parties (remember the mini-velodrome? … Read more


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Like to mountain bike? Local trail group has ’10 things to do before fall’

In case you haven’t noticed, Portland-based Northwest Trail Alliance is really becoming a strong force for good in the region. They are building trails, building relationships, and building a movement around mountain biking. NWTA President Jon Pheanis just shared a cool checklist in their monthly newsletter that’s worth more attention. Check it out… The Mountain … Read more