Worst Day Ride not so bad
[All photos by Aaron Tarfman] I wasn’t able to make it to Sunday’s big Worst Day of the Year Ride. But luckily, Aaron Tarfman was there and shares this report:
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PDOT to host bike law discussion
[The Capitol building in Salem.] If you’re interested in this year’s bike legislation in Salem and beyond, you won’t want to miss an upcoming discussion being hosted by PDOT. As part of their ongoing Bicycle Brown Bag series, they’re bringing in Scott Bricker of the BTA and Karmen Fore from U.S. Congressman Peter DeFazio’s office … Read more
Worst Day Ride this weekend
[A scene from last year’s event.] Portland’s big, event ride season kicks off in grand style this Sunday (2/11) with the Worst Day of the Year Ride. Last year, a record 1,500 people showed up for the fun and to support the great work of the Community Cycling Center.
Slug Velo turns four in predictable fashion
[The zany bars of Louie and Becky Berry’s tandem.]
Portland's first ever triathlon will be eco-friendly
Believe it or not, despite our reputation for bikes and our general love of outdoor sports, Portland has never had a major downtown triathlon. That is, until now.
PDOT announces Bicycle Master Plan Rides
“Can we create–even if only for a little while and in a limited area–the feeling one gets when riding in world class cycling cities?”-PDOT’s Roger Geller In case you haven’t heard the buzz, PDOT is in the midst of updating their Bicycle Master Plan (the current one is over 10 years old). The Bicycle Master … Read more
Alice invite reveals Amsterdam influence
[Scan of BTA’s Alice Awards party invitation.]
Check out the Mini Bike Winter promo video
Dan Kaufman of CrankMyChain Cycle TV has put together this fun Mini Bike Winter promotional video. It includes footage from last night’s Zoobomb (can you say cold and gravelly?), deep thoughts from Zoobombers, and narration from a strange-sounding Reverend Phil.
Act locally; thoughts on North Portland
Since I proposed a neighborhood meeting last week (in response to community reaction to an attack on cyclists in North Portland), I’ve been thinking about the issues, reading comments, seeking advice, and trying to determine the best way forward. Some issues on the table — race, gentrification, youth violence — are vast and complex and … Read more
Local company backs pro team, plans bike symposium
[Photo: Courtesy Team ExpressCopy.com] Northeast Portland-based Express Copy, has stepped up to sponsor a professional women’s bike racing team. Team ExpressCopy.com is a UCI licensed team that plans to take part in more than a hundred events in twelve different countries this season.
Alice Award nominees finalized
The BTA has posted their final list of “bike heroes” nominated for this year’s Alice Awards. It includes some names I think you’ll recognize (including prolific and outspoken BikePortland commenter Dabby McCrashalot), along with some you might not have heard of yet. Here are the 2007 Alice Award Nominees.
Pedicabs, palm trees, and family bike limos
[Hold on Danica!] After all the drama last week, I looked forward to a weekend of good, old-fashioned bike fun. Taking advantage of a dry, non-freezing day, I finally got our new trail-a-bike (a Burley Piccolo) up and running. I did it “family limo” style with the trail-a-bike attached to a trailer. I was happy … Read more