Two talks bring bike smarts from Montreal and Boston
The surefire cure for Portland smugness is to get a taste of the exciting things other cities are up to.
Rides/Events
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Event: Can Dutch-style bicycle urbanism work in the Portland region?
Sorry for the late notice folks… But I forgot to mention we are sharing our perspectives and takeaways from the recent study tour to the Netherlands. It’s a brown bag discussion at 12 noon on Wednesday, July 24th at Metro Regional Center (600 NE Grand Ave). Details below: Netherlands Transportation Tour Debrief Can Dutch-style bicycle … Read more
Portland Art Museum to host panel on bicycle product design
Top: Phillip Ross, Metrofiets (L), Dan Powell, Portland Design Works. Bottom: Shannon Holt, Oregon Manifest (L), Steve McCallion, Chrome Industries.(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland)
Vespertine and Vanilla: Two sales you won’t want to miss this weekend
One of the perks of living in a great bike town is great bike shopping. This weekend you’ve got two opportunities to find major scores from two very cool bike companies: The Vanilla Workshop and Vespertine. Vanilla needs no introduction. This is the brand developed by southeast Portlander Sacha White and it includes his world-famous … Read more
What to expect at the Disaster Relief Trials
It’s here! The biggest event of its kind in the world. One of the most interesting and influential bike events in Portland starts with a kickoff party tonight. The Disaster Relief Trials was first held last year at Velo Cult Bike Shop in Hollywood and since then the event has ridden a wave of interest, … Read more
A Big Bike Weekend Event Guide
The Alpenrose Velodrome Challenge is this Saturday.(Photo © J. Maus/BikePortland) We don’t usually capitalize our headlines; but there’s so much going on this weekend I felt it was necessary. Of course, as Murphy’s Law would have it, I’ll be out of town enjoying some of the best bikeways in North America in Sunriver with my … Read more
MCBF recap: Pie jousting, Sprockettes, and amazing bicycles
Splat! Pie jousting was a big hit with the kids at MCBF.(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland) Pedalpalooza came to a close on Saturday at the Multnomah County Bike Fair. The event was held adjacent to the now-defunct Washington High School at SE 12th and Alder. While it seemed to lack the crowds and energy of past … Read more
SW Barbur Blvd is an embarrassment
A Pedalpalooza ride came face-to-face with the dangerous and outdated Barbur Blvd.(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland) (NOTE: The headline of this story was originally, “When it comes to bicycling, SW Barbur Blvd is an embarrassment.” But after realizing that it’s just terrible and dangerous for everyone, I removed the bicycling part. — Jonathan) Let’s be honest: … Read more
Crater Lake official: Make carfree Rim Drive an annual event – UPDATED
Carl Larson drove down from Portland to take advantage of a carfree Rim Drive.(Photo: Emily Wilson) The legendary Rim Drive around Crater Lake was officially carfree for the first time ever this past weekend. And even though the official announcement gave folks just a few days notice, it appears many people showed up to ride … Read more
Dispatch from Disaster Relief Trials in Seattle
Portlander Mike Cobb competed at the Seattle Disaster Relief Trials.(Photo by Fred Bretsch – FEMA Region 10) Seattle cargo bike advocates held their first Disaster Relief Trials event over the weekend. The event sprung up thanks to inspiration from Portland’s event of the same name that was held last year. Portlander Mike Cobb traveled north … Read more
Pedalpalooza tonight: Hops, hammocks, zombies and parties galore
Join friends for an evening ride and picnic up on Rocky Butte.(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland) The Pedalpalooza menu for this evening looks quite delicious. Whether you’re into happy hour with the beer and biking experts behind the Hop in the Saddle, hanging out in hammocks, or dancing the night away under the stars, there’s bound … Read more