How’s Bike Month going for everyone? Have you noticed more bike traffic than usual? Have you encouraged a friend to join you?
I’ve come across three short films lately that I thought could serve as inspiration, validation and/or motivation to keep on pedaling.
Just got back from a week in Maui. While there — besides swimming with dolphins and turtles and hanging with family and friends — I spent some time in the island’s most famous town, Lahaina.
As per usual when I explore a new town (see my reports from Guadalajara and Los Angeles), I kept a special eye out for bikes and the people who ride them.
On Lahaina’s main drag, Front Street, bikes are everywhere; and for both tourists and locals, the archetypal beach cruiser reigns supreme.
Besides one gear, big tires, and a laid back position (and attitude), most bikes in Lahaina have a patina of reddish colored dirt (it’s common in the area) and huge handlebars tilted nearly straight up. The riders themselves are much more varied — from “haoles” on rental bikes to local fisherman carrying spears and buckets. Even the urban fixie trend has taken hold.
Another Friday and another opportunity to hook you up with your future employer. This week we feature two job opportunities with one influential and respected local company: Bike Gallery.
Plus: Update 10:00am PST — This just in from the other coast: On a short hiring timeline, the City of Portland, Maine seeks a Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator. Nice gig! Spread the love.
For detailed information including duties and how to apply, here are the links:
Event Name: Pfizer People’s Coast Classic
Event Start Date: September 12, 2010
Start Time: 8:00:00 AM
Web Site: http://thepeoplescoastclassic.org/
Event Description: The Pfizer People’s Coast Classic bicycle tour is a six-day charity event benefiting the Arthritis Foundation’s mission to improve lives through prevention, control and cure of arthritis. Astoria to Brookings, September 12-17. 363 miles of cycling at your own pace. Fully-supported. Register today at www.thepeoplescoastclassic.org,
or contact us for more information at: info (at) thepeoplescoastclassic (dot) org. 1-800-746-1821.
Year: 2005
Brand: Specialized
Model: Sequoia
Color:silver
Size:57cm
Serial:p4jx30458
Stolen in Portland, OR 97212
Stolen:2010-05-02
Stolen From: Bike was stolen from my garage at corner of NE 14th Avenue and Freemont. Right across from Freemont Starbucks.
Neighborhood: Irvington Area
Owner: Susan Dale
OwnerEmail: blissinor@yahoo.com
Description: This bike has been customized with Mt. bear gears.
Police record with: Louis Parry
Police reference#: 10-038584
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike
Year: 2008
Brand: Windsor
Model: Leeds
Color:Red
Size:58 cm
Photo: http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/windsor/images/leeds08_500.jpg
Stolen in Portland, OR 97205
Stolen:2010-05-12
Stolen From: The corner of SW 9th and SW Washington St. It was locked up at one of the blue bike areas with a U Lock.
Neighborhood: Pearl District? I think
OwnerEmail:
Reward: $100.00
Description: It’s Bright Red with White Lettering that says WINDSOR LEEDS. Minor scratches and brand new gator skin tires. It may still have the bottle cage and mounting brackets for the lock, front and rear lights. I have all the accessories that sit the bike and the original seat that came with it. I also have the U Lock that they left.
Police record with: Portland Police
Police reference#: 10038388
This registrant does not have proof of ownership of this bike
Today is the official launch celebration of the new edition of Bike There!, Metro’s regional map publication. This very useful resource was last published in 2007 and the new 8th edition includes broader regional coverage along with edits necessitated by our constantly evolving infrastructure.
You can purchase your copy at this afternoon’s festivities for $9.00 and pick up a free light, water bottle or reflective leg strap courtesy of Metro. There will be other bike oriented activities as well including tune-ups from Bike Gallery. Read all the event details and head over to Metro Regional Center today between 4:00pm-6:00pm.
Year: 2002
Brand: Bianchi
Model: Boardwalk
Color:Silver
Size:23″
Serial: HIN19172
Stolen in Portland, OR 97202
Stolen:2010-05-12
Stolen From: Cleveland High School, SE 26th & SE Powell Blvd.
Neighborhood: Hosford-Abernethy
Owner: Nate Kowash
OwnerEmail: nskowash@rockwellcollins.com
Description: Dark silver frame, fenders front/back, black rack on back.
Police record with: PPD
Police reference#: T10002817
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike
Year: 2006
Brand: Trek
Model: Mystic
Color:metallic blue
Size:20inch
Stolen in Portland, OR 97217
Stolen:2010-05-12
Stolen From: Beach School. Humboldt/concord
Neighborhood: North
Owner: Bryn Dearborn
OwnerEmail: dearborns@gmail.com
Description: Kids bike with white basket in front. Gear pouch under seat
Police reference#: T10002813
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike
Year: ~1970
Brand: Schwinn
Model: Suburban
Color:Light blue
Stolen in Portland, OR 97210
Stolen:2010-05-12
Stolen From: Home
Neighborhood: NW Portland
Owner: Colin Rowan
OwnerEmail: cmrowan1@yahoo.com
Reward: $50
Description: Light blue Schwinn Suburban with whitewall tires and a community cycling center sticker on it.
Police record with: T10002805
This registrant does not have proof of ownership of this bike
[This article was written by contributor Carl Larson.]
It’s officially time to start getting excited about Pedalpalooza — Shift’s 2+ week festival of bike fun that hits the streets of Portland in June.
There are lots of ways to get excited…
-You could read Jonathan’s late-night dumpster-side account of getting lost at the end of a 12 hour long sushi ride.
Year: 1992
Brand: Cannondale
Model: Black Diamond
Color:Black/Gold
Stolen in Portland, OR 97214
Stolen:2010-05-11
Stolen From: Bike was locked to tri met post on NE corner of HAWTHORNE and 30th near Claudias Tavern. Was locked up and unattended for no more than 40 minutes. Clean cut to the heavy duty chain lock.
Neighborhood: Hawthorne
Owner: Isreal Moses Mayo
OwnerEmail: mosbannana@gmail.com
Reward: 100
Description: 1992 Cannondale black diamond road bike. Black and gold. Frame covered with stickers. Gold chain. Red seat.
Police record with: Portland Police Bureau
Police reference#: 10152008
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike