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Competitors begin another run.(File photo) Yesterday was the annual Zoobomb Century. During the Metro-wide Sushi Ride we made an ambassadorial stop to check out the action. During our short time on the hill, I snapped a few photos and got a sense for what this epic contest is all about. On our MAX ride up … Read more
Pedalpalooza enters its second week of bike fun. Check out what’s in store today: SE BIKEPOOL MORNING COMMUTE TO DOWNTOWN! 4321 SE Hawthorne (Common Grounds Coffeehouse) 7:30am – 8:30am Come along and join us for a Monday morning Bikepool from SE Hawthorne and 43rd to downtown, via the super bike-friendly Hawthorne Bridge.
I’m writing from the I-205 bike path in Clackamas (I have no idea where exactly).
(Sorry this is a bit late in getting posted). Here’s your Pedalpalooza menu for today: METRO-WIDE KAITEN-ZUSHI RIDE NW Naito Parkway at Couch (Japanese American Historical Plaza, Waterfront Park) 1:00pm, Leaving promptly! An eating ride so big, one municipality could not contain it. Featuring multi-modal option (MAX express to Hillsboro). We’ll ride locally, but nosh … Read more
It’s the weekend, so there’s no excuse for not getting out and experiencing one of these fun rides. Check the official Pedalpalooza calendar for more info. SLOW-POKE PASTRY PATROL 4235 SE Woodstock (Woodstock Bike Gallery) 10:00am – 12:00pm Short ride to one of SE Portland’s increasing number of great bakeries for coffee and treats and … Read more
One of several scenic lookouts.View full gallery(File photo) Last week I got an up-close look at one of the country’s most scenic bikeways. My guide was Jeanette Kloos, President of the Friends of the Historic Columbia River Highway, a new group that is working to restore and reconnect the highway to its previous glory. Originially … Read more
Here’s what Pedalpalooza has in store for you today… SMALL MUSEUMS BY BIKE TOUR: THE CITY AT WORK 1038 SE 39th Ave (Belmont Library) 12:45pm – 3:45pm Slide down a fire pole. Send a secret morse code message. Lock up in an old jail cell. This family-friendly Small Museums by Bike Tour will explore the … Read more
The fun keeps on rolling along. Yesterday was a rockin’ good time. I checked out the Graffiti Ride (photos) and the Sprockettes Dance Party (photos). Both had huge turnouts and they came together for a party on the Esplanade!
[This Pedalpalooza ride report is from Allan Folz.] Name of Ride: Grant Petersen-style Ride –Photo gallery here– Synopsis of ride: A bunch of oldsters riding steel-lugged frames and sporting more wool than a Pendleton compnay picnic gathered at the Peninsula Rose Garden for a leisurely spin to a secret location.
[This Pedalpalooza ride report is from Reverend Phil.] Packed with porn! It was all over the streets and into the theater, a capactity showing of Pornography of the Bicycle. Soon to be married, though not any less offensive Alberta Clown House astounded folks with their fashion foibles; Jaclyn Pryor gave some Love Courier service and … Read more
[This Pedalpalooza ride report is from Ben Salzberg.] Name of Ride: Taco Ride Leader: Ben Date: 6-12-2007 Start time: 18:00 Duration: 21:00 Approx. Distance: 4 miles Number of riders: 60 Synopsis of ride: A huge crowd of hungry taco eaters descended like locusts on all my favorite inner SE taco trucks, devouring everything in their … Read more
After a brief hiatus, we’re back with Pedalpalooza coverage. Here’s what’s on the calendar tonight.