With their recent launch of 500 bikes and 50 kiosks, Denver is now home to the largest bike-sharing system in the United States. Bike-sharing has yet to catch fire in the U.S. like it has in Europe, so Denver’s foray will be watched closely by other U.S. cities, like Portland, that have shown interest in the concept.
[This article was written by Portland resident Sarah Gilbert, a professional writer who blogs at AOL’s Daily Finance, CafeMama.com, and many other places. She’s also known as the woman who got a local food chain to open up their drive-thrus to bicycles. When not writing, Gilbert is tending to her three young boys, whom she pedals around on her Xtracycle-equipped Electra Townie with a “One Less Minivan” sticker on it.]
“I no longer feel I must defend my choice to go by bike instead of car; instead, I feel I must hold it high, a banner of hope and, perhaps, victory over these heart-clogging disasters.”
Here’s the news that caught our eye this weekend:
– As the news about the oil gusher on the floor of the Gulf of Mexico continues to get worse, some are suggesting ways to prevent future disasters like this.
– And that isn’t even the only bad news this week in the genre of fossil fuel-related disasters.
– Just before the spill, Obama toured southern states discussing his hopes for the US to become the world’s leader in producing and using biofuels like ethanol.
Year: 1989
Brand: Miyata
Model: Seven 21
Color:Teal
Stolen in Portalnd, OR 97202
Stolen:2010-05-2
Stolen From: Our yard near SE 21st and Division
Neighborhood: Seven Corners/ SE Portland
Owner: Robert Hubatch
OwnerEmail: rhubatch@gmail.com
Description: There was also a nearly new two child burley stolen along with the bike.
Police reference#: 10-035425
Brand: urban express
Color:black
Stolen in portland, OR 97214
Stolen:2010-04-30
Stolen From: Parked in front of river city bikes
Neighborhood: southeast
Owner: scott duncombe
OwnerEmail: srduncombe@gmail.com
Reward: 150
Description: Bus Project sticker on the upper crossbar. Back and front Bike Planet lights. Back wheel won’t match the front wheel, back wheel will be Sunrims, tire brand panara pasela tourguard kevlar.
Police record with: T0002493
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike
A work party scheduled for tomorrow will work to decommission a rogue bike trail that was discovered in Forest Park back in February.
The event has been jointly organized by Portland Parks & Recreation and the Northwest Trail Alliance. Volunteers will restore the natural habitat around the trail in hopes of minimizing future damage due to erosion or the introduction of invasive species. On the trail itself, crews will cover up the surface with brush, take down jumps and stream crossings, and remove a cribbing wall that had been constructed.
The new segment of NE Couch Street that leads onto the Burnside Bridge from NE MLK Blvd. raised red flags as soon as it opened. Sweeping curves make it difficult for people on bikes to avoid riding on slippery bike lane striping and people operating cars and buses encroach dangerously into the bike lane.
Many people who ride on the street feel the curves are not safe for bike traffic and they worry that the constrained space will lead to serious crashes and collisions. When we asked for feedback on the East Burnside Couch Couplet Project (which this new street is a part of) many people said the curves on NE Couch were a major concern. Below are just some of the reader feedback we received:
Year: 2008
Brand: Giant
Model: Sedona W
Color:Dark Blue
Size:S
Serial: C38D3921
Stolen in Hillsboro, OR 97124
Stolen:2010-04-27
Stolen From: Outside our apartment, was locked up with 2 U locks and a thick cable.
Neighborhood: Jackson School Village Apartments
Owner: Chris Anderson
OwnerEmail: chris.g.anderson@gmail.com
Description: Black bottle mount, front fender.
Police record with: Hillsboro
Police reference#: 10803630
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike
Year: 2008
Brand: Giant
Model: Boulder SE
Color:Light Blue
Size:XL
Serial: C38G1409
Stolen in Hillsboro, OR 97124
Stolen:2010-04-27
Stolen From: Stolen from our apartment complex (Jackson School Village), was locked with 2 U locks and a thick cable. Frame may still have a U lock on it.
Neighborhood: Jackson School Village Apartments
Owner: Chris Anderson
OwnerEmail: chris.g.anderson@gmail.com
Description: Mens gel seat, black bottle mount, front and rear fenders, Bell bike computer
Police record with: Hillsboro
Police reference#: 10803630
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released a series of recommendations on how to improve health through transportation policy. The report is a resounding endorsement of the current stance of the U.S. Department of Transportation and of local and national advocacy groups and government agencies that are calling for an increased focus on active transportation.
Year: 1999
Brand: Trek
Color:blue
Size:14-16 inch?
Stolen in Portland, OR 97212
Stolen:2010-04-30
Stolen From: garage, 17th and Hancock
Neighborhood: NE
Owner: Andrea McCarter
OwnerEmail: ajmccarter@yahoo.com
Reward: $50
Description: blue/silver women’s combination mountain/street bike
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike
