The Ride: Columbia County’s Burn Road Loop traces pioneer history

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Burn Road Loop in Vernonia-5

Steeped in Oregon pioneer history and beloved by locals,
I cherished the chance to ride Burn Road.
(Photos J. Maus/BikePortland)

This is part of my coverage from a recent stay at the Coastal Mountain Sport Haus, an inn and lodge located in Vernonia that caters to bicycle riding guests.

After riding the Beaver Falls Loop for the first time on Saturday, I was already smitten with the riding possibilities in Columbia County. Then the next day, my hosts at the Coastal Mountain Sport Haus — Glen and Sandy Crinklaw — led me on another one of their favorite rides: The Burn Road Loop.

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A guest perspective on the PBOT street fee: Brian Willson

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Brian Willson, photographed in June 2011.
(Photo J. Maus/BikePortland)

Publisher’s note: This guest opinion is part of our ongoing coverage of City of Portland’s efforts to pass a “Transportation User Fee.”

Submitted by S. Brian Willson, a Woodstock neighborhood resident

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I am a nearly 73 year-old double BK amputee who handcycles to most of my engagements, meetings, events, etc, in Portland. I’ve handcycled about 70,000 miles over the past 16 years. Though I drove for many years with hand controls, I chose to get rid of my automobile and driver’s license as part of my commitment to reduce my direct reliance on fossil fuels, cars, and excessive carbon dependence, in conformity with Portland’s Climate Action Plan.

How does the Street fee contribute to Portland’s transportation goals in the Climate Action Plan? And even city officials acknowledge that it’s not nearly sufficient to meet our estimated transportation funding needs.

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Matte Black Jamis Sputnik

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Brand: Jamis
Model: Sputnik
Color:Matte Black
Size:53
Stolen in Portland, OR 97210
Stolen:2014-05-27
Stolen From: NW 26th and Upshur (private garage)
Neighborhood: NW
Owner: Mark Koller
OwnerEmail: mkollerjr(replace with at sign)gmail.com
Description: Jamis carbon fiber fork (the one that’s on their high-end road bikes)
Two bottle cages
Shimano Ultegra front brake, cable, pads and Cross-top brake lever
Vittoria Pro Rubino tires (25mm)
Shimano SPD pedals
Flat handle bar and grips
Cane creek headset
Dura-Ace 18t track cog
Ritchey seat post and stem
Specialized Body-Geometry saddle
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: T14005531
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Titanium Litespeed Classic

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Brand: Litespeed
Model: Classic
Color:Titanium
Size:54
Stolen in Portland, OR 97210
Stolen:2014-05-27
Stolen From: NW 26th and Upshur (private garage)
Neighborhood: NW
Owner: Mark Koller
OwnerEmail: mkoller( atsign )gmail.com
Description: Frame: Litespeed, titanium, size 54
Fork: Reynolds Ouzo Pro, carbon
Crank: SRAM Red
Shifters: SRAM Force
Front derailleur: SRAM Force, braze on
Rear derailleur: SRAM Red
Brakes: Shimano Dura-Ace, Kool Stop pads
Bottom bracket: Chris King, anodized red (brand new)
Headset: Cane Creek
Saddle: Fizik Arione
Wheels: Mavic Ksyrium
Tires: Vittoria Rubino Pro, 25mm
Chain: SRAM PC 1071
Cassette: Dura-Ace
Bottle cages: King Cage stainless steel
Stem: Bontrager Race Lite
Seat post: Bontrager Race Lite
Handle bars: FSA Wing Pro Compact
Bar tape: Fizik, gloss black, brand new
Pedals: Shimano 105 (brand new)
All new cables, housings, tires, bar tape, and brake pads
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: T14005538
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Black Carbon Titus Racer X 2007

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Year: 2007
Brand: Titus
Model: Racer X
Color:Black Carbon
Stolen in Portland, OR 97210
Stolen:2014-05-27
Stolen From: NW 26th and Upshur, private garage (along with 2 other bikes)
Neighborhood: NW
Owner: Mark Koller
OwnerEmail: mkollerjr(at sign)gmail.com
Description: 2007 Titus racerx carbon missing head tube badge
2009 fox float 100 rlc
2009 maxis crossmax slr wheel set
SRAM xo group
FSA Carbon crankset
Sticky Velcro patch on the tube tube near the stem.
Police record with: Portland PD
Police reference#: T14005538
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

Blue Trek 5000 2006

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Year: 2006
Brand: Trek
Model: 5000
Color:Blue
Size:58
Serial: tt6a1e659
Photo: http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/2006/archive/trek/5000/#/us/en/archive-model/details?url=us/en/bikes/2006/archive/trek/5000
Stolen in Beaverton, OR 97006
Stolen:2014-05-25
Stolen From: Tanasbrook condos
Neighborhood: Tanasbourne
Owner: Gretchen Gauss
OwnerEmail: gretchgg( atsign )gmail.com
Description: White terry carbon rail seat, gold ragbrai band on frame, MiNewt.x2 light, black electrical tape marking where seat should sit on post.
Police record with: Washington County Sherrif
Police reference#: 14-508069
This registrant has documented proof of ownership of this bike

From Sprockettes to singletrack: A guide to bikey summer camps for kids

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Has your little girl ever dreamed of hanging out and dancing with the Sprockettes
(Photos by J. Maus/BikePortland)

If you’ve got kids in your care, then there’s always a big question come summertime: What the heck will they do all day? For many people, the answer is some type of camp. Camps are a great way to keep the daily schedule in tact while allowing kids to gain new friends and new skills.

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The Ride: The Beaver Falls Loop in Columbia County

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Glen Crinklaw glances at the view from the crest of Clatskanie Mountain Road between Mist and Clatskanie.
(Photos J. Maus/BikePortland)

There’s much more to riding in Columbia County than the marquee Banks-Vernonia Trail and Highway 30.

During my weekend stay at the Coastal Mountain Sporth Haus, I was lucky to have a knowledgeable local guide along for my journeys. Glen Crinklaw is co-proprietor at the Sport Haus and he also works as head of the parks department for Columbia County. On Saturday he shared his favorite ride: The Beaver Falls Loop.

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