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[Posted by “isobel”]
Unlocked (Duh!) but with Krypton lock in mounting bracket on frame. Purple womens Specialized 21 speed bike with carrier and with rear fender only. Has white sticker on frame of bike saying something like “Pedalling in a Revolution.” An early ’90s model. Stolen from Col Sumner’s Park during Kickball game evening of Monday 15th May 2005.
Name: Isobel Hockett
email: veen49@wa-net.com
phone: 503-282-9196 home
[Posted by “annea”]
Heartbroken and broke: Please help me find my Bike. I have a disability and do not drive. This my only form of transportation. My Bike is a WOMEN’S MOSS GREEN–FERRAGO GIANT 17L New 2004-2005 model. There are mounts for both a light and a mileage counter on the top of the handle bars. The seat, handlebars and back fender (plastic) are all black. There is a Bike Gallery Sticker located near the V shape of the frame. The tires are new aluminum city tires. My Bike was stolen on Saturday May 13, 2006 between 5:30pm and 10:30pm. It was stolen from SW 6th and Washington, in front of Starbucks. My bike was dual locked with a Kryptonite U-lock and cable set, newly purchased from the Bike Gallery in April. The cable was cut clean. The U-lock was laying in 2 pieces beside the cable. Both were left at the scene. There is a REWARD being offered if found. The color and model are both somewhat unusual. The serial number is GR418554. My Cell phone # is 503-422-3770 or email me at: anne.applegate@pcc.edu.
The Mt. Tabor Race series is a Portland institution that goes back over 50 years. The 1.3 mile roller-coaster circuit through Mt. Tabor Park is cherished by hundreds of local racers each year for its challenging hills, technical corners, and natural beauty.
Event promoter Clark Ritchie has just announced a contest to come up with a slogan or motto for the legendary race. The author of the winning slogan will receive a $25 gift certificate to River City Bicycles. He says it’s only open to OBRA members but if you come up with something really good maybe he’ll make an exception.
Hopefully this rain lets up, because there are some great events planned for this weekend.
***Reference to an upcoming messenger event has been deleted by request of organizers.***
If you prefer packing your gear over fixed gears, then the Community Exchange Cycle Touring Club has a ride for you. They’re doing a three-day, self-supported bike camping trip leaving from Southeast Portland. I checked out the route and it looks like it should be a beautiful ride. Not to mention, it’s being led by the capable and knowledgeable Aaron Tarfman. More info here.
Still not excited? How about some human-powered vehicle racing? That’s right, the Oregon Human Powered Vehicle (OHPV) club is putting on their 7th annual Human Powered Challenge at Portland International Raceway. What’s a human powered vehicle? Think recumbent and then picture it with full aerodynamic fairings and then think pure, unadulterated speed. I really hope the track is dry for these guys!
TriMet just sent out a press release about their schedule for the upcoming Rose Festival. At the bottom of the release was the following bit about bikes on MAX:
“This year, TriMet is offering more options for cyclists during the Rose Festival when MAX trains will be full. Attended bicycle parking will be offered during both parades. Volunteers from the Bicycle Transportation Alliance will keep an eye on your ride during the parades if you lock it at the Beaverton or Hollywood transit centers. Visit trimet.org/bikes for more details.”
The Bicycle Transportation Alliance (BTA) has scored a huge win for kids in Oregon and Southwest Washington by securing 323 new bicycles for use in their Bicycle Safety Education programs. The highly discounted bikes were acquired from Giant Bicycles through a deal brokered by local bike retailer Bike N’ Hike. Bike N’ Hike, who was recently named a “Top 100” retailer in the country, also assembled the bikes at no cost.
On Saturday me and my ladies rode over to Alberta Street to check out the annual Art Hop. The picture-perfect day attracted all sorts of folks riding all sorts of bikes. And, as usual, I couldn’t keep my eyes (and my camera) off them.
I noticed some old favorites in action like the Clownhouse’s Spin Bike, which Dingo said is sadly, “on its last wheels”. This bike is an engineering feat and one of the most fun things I’ve ever pedaled. Another old fave is Bethany’s grass bike. I first saw this scintillating creation at the Bunny on a Bike Ride and it was good to see it (and Bethany!) again.
Lawyer Ray Thomas, of the Portland-based Swanson, Thomas and Coon law firm has announced a new initiative. He plans to form a legal team to scrutinize the Bicycle Bill to make sure that a “fair share” of state highway construction funds are going toward bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure.
Officer Darke Hull of the Portland Police Bureau Traffic Division is one of six Portland officers to have been recently certified as a Pedestrian and Bicycle Crash Investigation expert. The certification came after a rigourous, 5-day course offered by the Institute of Police Technology and Management (IPTM).
I met with Officer Hull to learn more about the class and his role within the PPB.
Officer Hull has been on the force for 7 years, with three of those in the Traffic Division. He is a motorcycle officer on one of two Fatal Crash Investigation teams. He and his team investigate around 50 fatal incidents a year and he also works Critical Mass and other events.
[Posted by “Richard Barasch”]
Two Stolen Trek 7200’s on 5800 SE Ash on Friday, May 12. Both grey
[Posted by “burnpile”]
Brushed aluminum Living X hardtail climber. I’m not sure of the model, but I think it was Team II (it’s not written anywhere on the bike…just some cryptic number on one of the tubes that is alike T16R35 or something). The cables traveled along a grooved channel along the top tube. This is an extremely unique frame with strange tubing and I’m fairly certain there’s not another Living X bike in the city, so it will be easy to spot.
It had Shimano XTR components, white Manitou front shocks, Syncros seatpost…can’t remember the brand of seat.
The bike is probably 8-9 years old and will be sorely missed.
Please contact me via email with any info: fisthead at qwest dot net
Thanks for reading.
[Posted by “aliciann11”]
Some jerkface stole my bike!!!
I am NOT happy about this.
It is an awesome tiny bike that was stolen tonight in between 13th & 14th on NW overton across from Elements Glass studio. The frame, front wheel and a gray Pryme helmet were locked to a street sign pole. Stolen between 10-12pm. Its a small bike with 26inch road wheels. The lettering is all in pink, pink water bottle holder and fender. Serial # U40901840.
