Portland Ride of Silence announced

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Just got word about Ride of Silence from organizer Brian Echerer:

Gathering Date: Wednesday May 18th, 2011
Gathering Time: 6:00 PM – Ride announcement 6:15 – wheels rolling at 6:20
Gathering Location: Holladay Park Lloyd Center at the center of the park.
Route: 5 miles through the interior of Portland crossing the Broadway Bridge and Morrison Bridge. Link to route: http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=4317090

Post ride gathering: RonToms – 600 E Burnside

My personal note about about this ride is simple: If you haven’t been involved, get involved now before it’s someone who you know that’s been struck down. It’s a simple non-confrontational ride that makes a big statement.

Big turnout for Williams Ave project open house

Williams project open house-20-20

When you mix an important project with
free kettle corn and childcare
you get a great turnout.
(Photos © J. Maus)

The open house for PBOT’s North Williams Avenue Traffic Safety Operations Project drew a large crowd to the Immaculate Heart Catholic Church on Saturday. The event was the first time the public got a chance to see how PBOT and their Stakeholder Advisory Committee (SAC) would tackle the traffic issues on this vital neighborhood street that has become the second busiest bikeway in the entire city.

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Job: Professional Mechanic (Bike Gallery)

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Job Title: Professional Mechanic
Company/Organization: Bike Gallery
Job Description:
The Bike Gallery is seeking highly experienced professional bike mechanics for Service Department production positions. If you are driven, detail oriented, and passionate about customer service, we want to hear from you.

This is a unique, career opportunity to be a part of a what makes Portland such a great place to live. The Bike Gallery continues to be the top rated bicycle retailer in the area and one of the top 100 in the nation. We offer a fast paced and dynamic work environment, competitive benefits package, a supportive and team oriented culture, employee merchandise discounts and opportunities for advancement within a growth oriented, locally owned and operated business.

Applicants must have a minimum of 3 years experience in high volume technical service environments combined with a proven track record of leadership and customer service excellence.

The Bike Gallery is an equal opportunity employer. This position requires the ability to work extended hours while standing. Applicants must be able to comfortably lift 40 pounds to shoulder height.

How to Apply:
Send a resume and cover letter to resumes(at)bikegallery(dot)com

The Monday Roundup

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A horrific road rage incident in Brazil
has spurred bicycle activism.
(Photo: BikersBrazil)

Here’s the news that caught our eyes this week:

– You have to make transit cool, says the organizer of a program in an exurban office park in San Ramon, California where a third of 30,000 workers choose not to drive to work.

– A new study is the latest to raise serious concerns about the health effects of spending time near freeways — in this case, the resulting pollution may cause brain damage.

– An update on the case of the man who allegedly attacked a Critical Mass ride in Porto Alegre, Brazil, and a look at efforts to improve the town’s bicycle infrastructure.

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silver/black wheels specialized sequoia 05-06

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Year: 05-06
Brand: specialized
Model: sequoia
Color:silver/black wheels
Photo: http://i53.tinypic.com/11bm61d.jpg
Stolen in Portland, OR 97209
Stolen:2011-04-15
Stolen From: bike rack on sw 10th and morrison
Neighborhood: downtown
Owner: Andrew Pierson
OwnerEmail: andy.pierson@gmail.com
Reward: gratitude
Description: silver bare metal frame, black wheels, carbon fiber forks. exact bike as pictured.
Police record with: portland police
Police reference#: 11-29988
This registrant does not have proof of ownership of this bike

brown huffy 56560

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Brand: huffy
Model: 56560
Color:brown
Size:26″
Serial: SNHEJ10G12868
Stolen in Portland, OR
Stolen:2011-03-27
Stolen From: carport, SE 75th & Tibbetts.
Neighborhood: south tabor
Owner: lisa storke
OwnerEmail: dmstorke@netscape.com
Description: men’s Nel Lusso Cruiser bike, brown and butterscotch with small basket and cup holder on handle bars and rear extendable rack. Zefal head and tail lights. Whitewall tires, coaster brakes.
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: 11-151674

Job: Part-time sales associate (Rack Attack)

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Job Title: Part-time sales associate
Company/Organization: Rack Attack

Job Description:
Rack Attack is North America’s premier retailer of automotive, home storage, and bike parking rack solutions. We are experiencing significant growth, and have immediate openings for sales and installation associates who posses backgrounds in this specialized industry.

We cater to outdoor enthusiasts interested in activities such as skiing, snowboarding, cycling, mountain-biking, kayaking, windsurfing and camping. We offer a dynamic and diverse work environment, where our staff are involved not only in serving in-store customers, but also product installations, fulfillment of online orders, and participation in industry trade-shows.

Rack Attack offers competitive compensation, including sales performance bonuses and a flexible, enjoyable work environment. You can find out more about us at www.rackattack.com. This position is excellent for former bike mechanics or ski technicians. Preference will be given to candidates with prior Thule, Yakima or similar rack-related experience.

How to Apply:
Email employment at rackattack dot com

Is PBOT caving on Williams bikeway project?

An open house Saturday will be the first time the public can weigh in on proposals to improve the bikeway on N. Williams Avenue (so that people other than this strong and fearless rider might feel comfortable biking on it).
(Photo © J. Maus)

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Friday Photos: Filmed by Bike through the years

With Filmed by Bike kicking off tonight, I thought it’d be fun to delve into the photo archives. The images below from years past will give you a small hint of what to expect if you’re headed to the event tonight/this weekend…

Timo Forsberg (R) and Bob New at the 2005 event.
(Photos © J. Maus)

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