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See bike-inspired linocuts by Amy Erickson in the Bikeasaurus gallery

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“Alpenrose Women’s Madison,” a linocut by Amy Erickson on display at Bikeasaurus.

Our friends at Bikeasaurus — the fabulous bike-inspired art, gift, and accessory store at 1337 SE MLK Jr Blvd — sent us a note about the art coming to their “mini-gallery” this month. Check out the blurb from owner Becky Morton below and stop by the shop this Friday for the opening reception…

“Not sure if you knew about it, but BIKEASAURUS has a mini gallery in our lobby and we show bike-related art by different artists every month. You should come check it out sometime if you have a few minutes. We have monthly First Friday opening receptions (always 7-10 pm with free snacks and wine.) There is an opening this Friday and I’m really excited about the art, which will be linocuts by local artist Amy Erickson. I attached a photo of one of her prints I thought you might enjoy! The title is “Alpenrose Women’s Madison.””

ODOT ready to install 29 new bikeway signs near I-5 bridge

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Mock-up of one of 29 new signs
created by ODOT to guide
bike traffic near I-5 bridge.

Last week we reported on unauthorized signage near the I-5 Bridge that was installed by a citizen activist to help bike traffic navigate the winding paths to Vancouver. The person who painted the stencils and posted laminated maps still hasn’t come forward to take credit, but many in the community are hailing them as a hero. The serpentine approach to the I-5 bridge has been a thorn in the side of many people for many years.

We followed up that story with word from the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) that — despite sympathies for frustrated bike riders — they planned to remove the signs eventually because they were non-standard and hadn’t gone through an officially sanctioned process.

And then late Friday afternoon I got a phone call from ODOT Region 1 Manager Jason Tell with some very good news.

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silver/blue Diamondback Insight RS 2010

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Year: 2010
Brand: Diamondback
Model: Insight RS
Color:silver/blue
Serial: BUS161421701
Stolen in Portland, OR 97209
Stolen:2011-10-30
Stolen From: Last night, the night of 10/30, our bikes were stolen off the corner of NW 17th and Couch.
Neighborhood: NW
Owner: Barry Blevins
OwnerEmail: barryblev@gmail.com
Reward: 100.00
Description: Medium 2010 Diamondback Insight RS, silver and blue, black Navarro water bottle holder, IncrediBELL, Planet Bike fenders and toe cups.
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: T11007887
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

red/white Schwinn Sporterra Sport 2010

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Year: 2010
Brand: Schwinn
Model: Sporterra Sport
Color:red/white
Size:large
Serial: SNIDC10F02581
Stolen in Portland, OR 97209
Stolen:2011-10-30
Stolen From: Last night, the night of 10/30, our bikes were stolen off the corner of NW 17th and Couch.
Neighborhood: NW
Owner: Barry Blevins
OwnerEmail: barryblev@gmail.com
Reward: 100.00
Description: Large 2010 Schwinn Sporterra Sport, red and white, blue Navarro water bottle holder, (I <3 my bike) Bell, Planet Bike fenders, bar end grips and toe cups.
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: T11007887
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

The Monday Roundup

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Bend Cyclocross weekend 2-39

Happy Halloween!
(Photo © J. Maus)

Here’s the news that caught our eyes this past week…

– The City Council in Toronto continues to remove bicycle lanes even though the lanes have no apparent adverse impact on auto traffic.

– Elsewhere in Toronto, a journalist who recently scolded people on bikes for their bad behavior agreed to go on a bike ride with the Director of the Toronto Cyclists Union. The ride through downtown gave him a better appreciation for the challenges faced by people on bikes, and it also helped him realize that riding a bike is fun and exhilarating.

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Maroon Trek Portland 2006

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Year: 2006
Brand: Trek
Model: Portland
Color:Maroon
Size:60
Serial: WL3389410
Stolen in Portland, OR 97205
Stolen:2011-10-28
Stolen From: Was locked with cable and small U lock to lightpole directly in front of doors to Schnitzer Auditorium on SW Park side, at SW Park and Main.
Neighborhood: SW Park Blocks
Owner: Peter Brandom
OwnerEmail: pcbrandom@yahoo.com
Reward: Yes
Description: Very nice 60cm Trek Portland, disc brakes, carbon fork, luggage rack in rear with top bag and two panniers; long Planet Bike fenders, cycle computer, mount for NR light on front bar, bell, took kit in small bag mounted under seat; two-way clipless/regular pedals
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: 11-156087
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Red and black Raleigh M40 or M50 2004

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Year: 2004
Brand: Raleigh
Model: M40 or M50
Color:Red and black
Size:Women’s small
Stolen in Fairview, OR 97024
Stolen:2011-10-30
Stolen From: The Lodges at Lake Salish apartment complex
Neighborhood: Fairview
Owner: Amanda Garrett
OwnerEmail: agarrett86@gmail.com
Reward: I will cook you something
Description: Red & black Raleigh M40 or M50 women’s mountain bike. 21-speed with twistable gear switch on handles. There is a rear view mirror attached to the left handle. A Thurston County Bicycle Commuter Contest sticker is on the frame. There is a mount for a light on the handlebars (I still have the light itself). The seat was loose when it was stolen.
Police record with: Fairview Police Department
Police reference#: 11-490960
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Black Specialized Allez 2009

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Year: 2009
Brand: Specialized
Model: Allez
Color:Black
Size:56cm
Serial:WUD80523384D
Stolen in Portland, OR 97217
Stolen:2011-10-01
Stolen From: North Portland
Neighborhood: Arbor Lodge
Owner: Patrick Torres
OwnerEmail: patricktorres@hotmail.com
Description: 56cm black specialized allez with newer black shimano 105 shifters, brakes, cranks, white handlebars, alex wheels. Frame number EN14781, serial: WUD80523384D
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: 1194701
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Purple Peugeot

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Brand: Peugeot
Color:Purple
Stolen in Portland, OR 97202
Stolen:2011-10-30
Stolen From: 48th and SE Hawthorne. It was outside locked to a bike rack.
Neighborhood: Hawthorne.
Owner: Gabriel Franz
OwnerEmail: gabejfranz@gmail.com
Reward: $60
Description: Road bike with purple frame. Silver fenders and rims/wheels. Black handlebars with handlebar tape that’s sort of peeling off. Bikes in good condition.
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: 11-94733
This registrant does not have proof of ownership of this bike

light blue frame w/black fork Kona Honky Tonk 2009

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Year: 2009
Brand: Kona
Model: Honky Tonk
Color:light blue frame w/black fork
Size:56cm
Photo: http://www.evanscycles.com/products/kona/honky-tonk-2009-road-bike-ec017276
Stolen in Portland, OR 97215
Stolen:2011-10-29
Stolen From: The Goodfoot. Se 29th and Stark st.
Owner: Scott Peerman
OwnerEmail: scottreidrocks@gmail.com
Reward: 50
Description: 2009 Kona Honky Tonk. Light blue frame with yellow marks on the right side of the seat tube and black fork. Black Specialized saddle, black Planet Bike rear fender, red Cateye computer, black bar tape. Call 503-545-2374
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: 11-156115
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

white Kona Honky Inc 2010

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Year: 2010
Brand: Kona
Model: Honky Inc
Color:white
Size:56 cm
Photo: http://img69.imageshack.us/img69/8235/img20101005175421.jpg
Stolen in Portland, OR 97227
Stolen:2011-10-30
Stolen From: N. Mississippi and N. Shaver
Neighborhood: Mississippi
Owner: Sarah Bobertz
OwnerEmail: sbobertz@gmail.com
Reward: $100
Description: White Kona Honky Inc., has white bar tape, plug missing from one of the bar ends. Sellwood Cycles sticker on frame.
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: 11-156121
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Silver Aluminum Mongoose Tyax Comp 2009

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Year: 2009
Brand: Mongoose
Model: Tyax Comp
Color:Silver Aluminum
Size:21"
Serial:SNMNGO9B81253
Photo: http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/404/mongoosetyaxcomppic1.jpg/
Stolen in Gresham, OR 97080
Stolen:2011-06-26
Stolen From: My garage at home. SW 23rd And SW Redfern, Gresham, Oregon
Neighborhood: SW Gresham
Owner: Timothy Benz
OwnerEmail: tim2369@gmail.com
Reward: $300
Description: Ergonomic hand grips, silver aluminum bike rack(rear) with Pitbull U-Lock connecting through bike rack and rear of frame, Cat Eye Mity8 Trip computer, Cat Eye LED headlight, mini collapsible bike pump mounted to frame, front and rear fenders mounted with reflector mounting clips (rear fender has yellow reflective sticker on it facing rear of bike), disc brakes, kickstand, 503-935-7829
Police record with: Gresham PD
Police reference#: 11-706307
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

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