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

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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 3-6pm (Audition will be less than 30min)
WHERE: Cast Iron Studios, 1430 SE 3rd Ave, Suite 100, Portland, OR 97214
SHOOT: One day September 17th, 18th or 19th 2012
WHO: Yogis, Slackline Yogis, Runners, Cyclists and Kayakers who fit the following:
Male Age 24-34: Rate $700 – up to a 10hr day
Must fit the following sizes: Clothing Men’s Large, Chest = 42”, Waist 35.5”, Seat 43”, Height 5’9’’-5” 11”
Female Age 24-34: Rate $700 – up to a 10hr day
Must fit the following sizes: Clothing Woman’s Medium, Bust = 37”, Waist = 29.5”, Low Hip = 40” Height 5’5’’-5’8’’

** Please no calls or drop-by visits other than during the advertised casting call**

Arrive in attire fitting your activity of proficiency – everyday wear no matching spandex outfits please.

For more information about our company please check out our website at www.castironstudios.com
If you have questions about this project, feel free to call our office at 503-221-3090

Local builder roundup: Argonaut does carbon fiber, MAP moves, OBCA show, and more

Portland based builder Ben Farver of Argonaut Cycles
has emerged with a new focus on custom carbon fiber.
(Photo: Argonaut Cycles)

In recent years, I haven’t kept pace with all the great work being done by our talented crop of bike makers here in Portland. For whatever reason, I don’t do as many shop visits and profiles as I used to. So, in an effort to catch up a bit, here are a few news tidbits from Portland’s craft bike industry…

Argonaut relaunches with custom carbon fiber
Ben Farver, the man behind Argonaut Cycles, started making custom bicycles in 2007. He launched as a steel specialist and made beautiful bikes. One of his track bikes won “Best of Show” at the 2008 Rocky Mountain Bicycle Show. But then, a few years back, I stopped hearing about him.

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Black GT Track Frame 2009

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Year: 2009
Brand: GT
Model: Track Frame
Color:Black
Size:52
Photo: http://www.google.com/imgres?q=gt+track+bike&um=1&hl=en&client=safari&sa=N&rls=en&biw=1289&bih=784&tbm=isch&tbnid=4_I7qCbgiU529M:&imgrefurl=http://www.flickriver.com/photos/sirbryanclark/4508949374/&docid=4FnhmEskTd8GOM&imgurl=http://farm5.staticflickr.com/4058/4508949374_3a78ac11b7_b.jpg&w=1024&h=681&ei=_mpKUMTTJqOmigKsiIFI&zoom=1&iact=rc&dur=355&sig=105426018923450245578&page=1&tbnh=126&tbnw=166&start=0&ndsp=24&ved=1t:429,r:11,s:0,i:136&tx=85&ty=57
Stolen in Portland, OR 97232
Stolen:2012-09-6
Stolen From: bike storage room/laundry room in the Vintage Apartments in NE Holladay
Neighborhood: Hollywood
Owner: Susannah Nelson
OwnerEmail: sinelson86@gmail.com
Description: Black frame, black riser bars with black ritchey true grips, front right brake, mirror bell on left, black fenders, black WTB Deva saddle, silver cages on black flat pedals
This registrant does not have proof of ownership of this bike

black/blue Trek 3700 disc 2012

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Year: 2012
Brand: Trek
Model: 3700 disc
Color:black/blue
Size:18inch frame
Serial: SWTU052C00032G
Stolen in Portland, OR 97215
Stolen:2012-09-7
Stolen From: Bike shed in our side driveway between the hours of 11pm and 5 am
Neighborhood: Mt Tabor
Owner: Hamley Michele
OwnerEmail: michelehamley@yahoo.com
Description: My son just purchased with his own hard earned money had been ridden twice, had a light on the front and the seat is blue and black, absolutely brand new purchased on 8/27/2012
Police record with: Portland
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Chris King gets White House invite to discuss U.S. job creation

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Chris King (far left) gave U.S. Dept. of
Commerce staffers a tour of his
manufacturing facility last year.
(Photo: Dylan Van Weelden)

Chris King, the founder of Portland-based Chris King Precision Components, has been invited the White House next week for a discussion about how American manufacturing can spur job creation.

According to company staff, the invite comes from the White House Business Council, which operates within the Department of Commerce. Back in August 2011, the Assistant Secretary of Commerce, Nicole Y. Lamb-Hale, visited Chris King’s manufacturing facility and apparently the visit left a big impression.

In a blog post after the visit, Asst. Sec. Lamb-Hale wrote that, “I learned how this small business is able to use forward-thinking, innovative and sustainable methods to become a leader in the production of high-end precision aluminum, steel and titanium bicycle components.” She also learned that King’s success is due in large part because exports to Europe and Asia make up 40 percent of their sales.

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One month later: Hawthorne bike counter and the Bike Commute Challenge bump

bike barometer

(Photo © J. Maus/BikePortland)

This weekend will mark one month since the “bicycle barometer” was installed on the Hawthorne Bridge. According to data posted online by the manufacturer of the counter, there have been 180,556 bicycle trips over the bridge since August 7th — or an average of about 6,000 bike trips per day (including weekends).

Yesterday, the counter — which counts bike traffic in both directions — tallied its highest mark ever with 7,680 trips. That’s 195 more trips than the 7,485 recorded on the Bridge Pedal Sunday of August 12th, and 248 more trips than the third highest tally of 7,432 that was recording on opening day.

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Licensing discussion hits the airwaves Sunday

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Still image from last night’s taping.
(That’s Bob Huckaby on the left, KATU’s Steve Dunn
in the middle, and some bike blogger on the right.)

UPDATE, 9/9: The show is now posted online. Watch it here.
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The potential of two statewide ballot measures that would require a license plate on all bicycles and would mandate bicycle law testing for everyone who doesn’t have a driver’s license, has once again thrust the licensing debate into the public dialogue. This Sunday morning, our local ABC station, KATU, will air a special segment on the topic as part of their Your Voice/Your Vote program. Last night, KATU News anchor Steve Dunn did a great job moderating a discussion on the issue between myself and Bob Huckaby, the man behind the ballot measure effort.

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Job of the Week

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Remember Chris Sanderson? He’s the guy who has started a handyman/contractor business using a cargo bike and a trailer. Well, his business has picked up so much that he needs another pedaler on staff. Sound interesting? Check out the details of his job listing via the link below…

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Mustard Yellow Cannondale R500 2002

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Year: 2002
Brand: Cannondale
Model: R500
Color:Mustard Yellow
Size:52
Stolen in Portland, OR 97202
Stolen:2012-09-6
Stolen From: Mt. Scott Community Center, 5530 SE 72nd Ave · Portland
Neighborhood: Arleta – Southeast
Owner: Sarah Raff
OwnerEmail: saraharaff@gmail.com
Description: Mustard yellow Cannondale R500 aluminum road bike. It has drop bars with black bar tape, a bkack Terry butterfly saddle and a back rack.
Police record with: Portland Police
Police reference#: T12007499
This registrant does not have proof of ownership of this bike

Dark green Raleigh SC-30 2004

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Year: 2004
Brand: Raleigh
Model: SC-30
Color:Dark green
Size:16
Serial:U41K45968
Stolen in Portland, OR 97212
Stolen:2012-09-06
Stolen From: NW corner of NE Tillamook & NE 40th
Neighborhood: Hollywood
Owner: Maureen O’Donnell
OwnerEmail: mod528@yahoo.com
Description: Woman’s bike with back rack,sack attached, blue bell attached
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: T12007488
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Local headlines go after Portland Bike Share

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It’s a “Bike-Share Snare” in the Willamette Week

The City of Portland hasn’t even chosen a vendor for their Bike Share system yet; but the local media is already showing its skepticism about the project. Two recent stories — one in The Oregonian, the other in the Willamette Week — have given the Bureau of Transportation a clear indication that the PR stakes are high with this project.

Last month, the Willamette Week looked into what they see as a “Bike-Share Snare” due to the fact that PBOT has yet to choose a vendor:

But with seven months left until the projected start date, the city hasn’t decided how many bicycles it will rent out, for what lengths of time it will rent them out, or how much it will charge. That’s because it doesn’t have an operator for the program.

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