Yesterday and today’s influence seen in Electra’s new ‘Ticino’ bikes
Electra’s new “Ticino”.
Products
Now rolling on Portland streets: Zigos with Child Pods
[*UPDATE: We had a review of this bike planned, but it is currently on hold. Our test bike had a major part malfunction, which was then replicated by the dealer (Joe Bike). Following that, the dealer has pulled the product from their lineup. We’ll publish the review when/if the bikes are available in Portland again.] … Read more
Wishing for a bike lane? Just light it up
The LightLane product projects a bike lane behind you. Remember back in January, when the web was abuzz about an interesting product idea called that would let you project a bike lane behind your bike with lasers? It was called LightLane, and back then it was just a neat entry into a design competition. Now, … Read more
A review of Jeff Mapes’ book, Pedaling Revolution
Author Jeff Mapes (R) speaking with the BTA’s Scott Bricker at the 2009 National Bike Summit.(Photos © J. Maus) Author and senior political reporter for The Oregonian, Jeff Mapes, will be at Powell’s Books tonight to talk about his new book, Pedaling Revolution. Mapes is riding a wave of excellent reviews and buzz about his … Read more
Joe Bike unveils versatile new cargo bike
The front cargo area on the “Joe Bike” is very versatile. The upper rack can be removed and it also comes with the traditional, Dutch-style wooden box.Retail price is $1599.(Photos: Joe Doebele)
Rapha collaborates on $3,500 three-piece cycling suit
The suit is a collaboration between Rapha and famous London tailor Timothy Everest.(Photo: Rapha)
Product review: Keen’s new “Springwater” bike shoe aims for Portland’s utility style
The Keen Springwater(Photos: Ellee Thalheimer) [Editor’s note: This product review is by BikePortland contributor Ellee Thalheimer. We asked Ellee to review Portland-based Keen Footwear’s new cycling shoe, named after a Portland cycling landmark. For those unfamiliar with cycling shoe technology, there isn’t much out there on the web, but here’s a basic explanation. ]
A promising new cargo bike, made in Eugene
The CETMA cargo bike during a preview/test-ride session at Clever Cycles earlier this month. (Photo: cleverchimp on Flickr)
Portland Design Works officially launches; will deliver locally by bike
PDW’s “Panda Treat” grips. Portland Design Works has been busy since we broke word of their arrival back in September. Erik Olson, the former Planet Bike GM who moved from Wisconsin to Portland to launch the company, has now joined forces with former Planet Bike co-worker, Dan Powell. Powell and Olson have finalized their initial … Read more
Product idea: Light up your own bike lane with “LightLane”
[Via Dustbowl] Design duo Alex Tee and Evan Gant from Massachusetts based product design firm Altitude Inc., are making waves around the web for their new “LightLane” concept. Here’s how they describe it: Our system projects a crisply defined virtual bike lane onto pavement, using a laser, providing the driver with a familiar boundary to … Read more
Product review: My Alibi ‘Bloomer’ shorts for women
[Publisher’s note: This is the first product review by new contributor Ellee Thalheimer. Learn more about Ellee here.] The women at Inverness, California based My Alibi cycling apparel are dedicated to ‘making sure you feel beautiful on your bike.’ After spending some time in their “Bloomers” cycling shorts, I’d have to say they’re achieving that … Read more
Beyond studded tires; the ultimate snow bike and bike tire chains
Now that Portlanders have experienced a “real” winter storm (not the occasional dusting of snow we usually get), some folks are beginning to think about how to equip themselves to ride through anything. If studded tires aren’t enough, maybe it’s time to consider the Ktrak. This morning Jack Bog reminded me of this bike, which … Read more