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Back-to-back bike events at Pioneer Square

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LiveStrong Ride with Lance Armstrong

[He’ll be there in spirit.]

Portland’s “Living Room,” will be packed with cyclists on Wednesday. Pioneer Courthouse Square will be the venue for two big bike related events.

First up will be the City of Portland’s Bike to Work Day celebration. From 7:30 to 9:00 you can sample fine (and free) continental breakfast (must have your bike to eat!), and revel in the sunrise with other cool commuters. The BTA’s Executive Director Evan Manvel and Bike Gallery owner Jay Graves are both scheduled to speak.

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Update on OHSU bike parking and tram design

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A few days ago I received an email from Rachel MacKnight, the Media Relations person for Oregon Health Sciences University (OHSU). She got in touch because of a post made last week that brought their bike parking facilities into question. She also included more information about how the new tram will handle bicycles.

According to MacKnight, bicyclists are encouraged to use the tram and it was actually designed with cyclists in mind. She adds:

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A closer look at the “Bike Hub”

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[Click to super size.]

In light of last week’s post about the new downtown development that will include a 3,000 square foot “bike hub”, I have obtained a drawing of the proposed ground floor layout.

These plans give you a more detailed look at how the developer will situate the bike facility.

I’ll definitely keep track of this exciting project so stay tuned for more developments.

[Thanks to Jesse Beason for the image.]

Lieutenant gives his perspective on stop sign enforcement

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Last week, there was a lot of discussion about a stop sign enforcment mission by the Traffic Division of the Portland Police Bureau (PPB). In response to a citizen complaint, they sent several officers out to SE 23rd and Salmon Streets to nab law-breaking cyclists.

Until now, the one group we hadn’t heard from was the Traffic Division. I am pleased to have gotten permission from Lieutenant Mark Kruger to publish his thoughts from an email correspondence we had last Friday.

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Stolen: Boulton Road Bike

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[Posted by “BoultonBike”]

On Friday May 12 my custom built road bike was stolen while chained to a bike rack at the corner of NW 13th and Kearney.

The bike has a Boulton Frame maroon in color. Boulton frames are extreemly rare so I am hoping this makes the bike easy to spot. Shimano Ultegra components and Cane Creek wheels with red tires (unsure brand).

This is the first time I had a bike stolen so any other info needed or tips is greatly appreciated. Any and all information can be sent to chrisj0619@mac.com or by cell at 503-680-1512.

Thanks to everyone that reads this and the people behind this site!

New development to include major bike facility

Today’s Oregonian has the story of a major new downtown development that will include, “a regional bike facility grander than anything Portland has ever seen.”

It’s a very exciting proposition. Not only would this 3,000 square foot “bike hub” be the centerpiece of Portland’s commitment to sustainable transportation, but something like this could inspire other developers to consider similar facilities. This hub would likely include a ton of bike parking, showers, and some retail space (similar to a BikeStation)

However one problem with this proposal remains. Last Wednesday, I saw the drawings of the proposed building with Jessica Roberts of the BTA and Sam Adams staffer Jesse Beason. The issue is with how cyclists coming off the Hawthorne Bridge would safely access the entrance of the facility, which is planned for the western side of the building, on SW 2nd Ave.

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July named Bike Month at City Hall

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bike rack at City Hall

I recently found out that each month, during the First Thursdays celebration, Commissioner Sams Adams‘ office has a celebration around a different theme. They’ve chosen July as bike month and they want to showcase the Portland bike scene.

Beyond just Sam’s office, the goal is to get other Commissioners on board, reserve the atrium and patio, and turn City Hall into Bike love nirvana.

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City issues fact sheet on shared lane markings

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Sharrow markings in NW Portland

[Shared lane marking, a.k.a. “sharrow”.]
(Photo by Todd Boulanger)

These roadway markings in Northwest Portland are known as shared lane markings, or sharrows. They were installed back in September as an experimental project, and they’re still awaiting official sanction.

Because the markings are still new to many road users, the City of Portland has developed a list of frequently asked questions. They’re not available anywhere online yet, so I’ve gotten permission to publish them here:

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