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Here’s the news that caught our eye this week: – Attempts to stop the BP oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico have failed, and officials are now saying that it may continue gushing all summer or longer; it’s also now being called the largest environmental disaster in US history. Here’s how engineers say it … Read more
Bicycle Dreams shows at Clinton Street Theather on Wednesday. Fridays and weekends aren’t the only time awesome bike events happen in and around Portland. I’ve come across three notables this week I felt were worth sharing… Tomorrow, noted bike researcher and head of the Oregon Transportation Research and Education Consortium, Jennifer Dill, will give what … Read more
A good sign. (Photos © J. Maus) This morning on my way to the office, a sign at the corner of North Michigan and Alberta caught my eye; it read “Beach Bike Train meet up spot – 8:30 – Join Us.” It was about 8:25, so I decided to wait around and see if anyone … Read more
The Express from Giant is one of the models available for rent. Two local businesses have teamed up to put more electric bikes on the road in Portland. A new partnership between The eBike Store (201 N Alberta Ave) and Pedal Bike Tours (2249 N Williams Ave) gives tourists and locals alike a chance for … Read more
Big crowds on Saturday. – Gallery/Slideshow below – (Photos © J. Maus) Judging by the crowds and the vibe on Saturday I’d say the Pedal Nation Bike Show has earned a solid spot on the Portland bike calendar. Hats off to co-founders Andrea Updegrave and Aaron McBride; they dove right into the community and succeeded … Read more
Aaron McBride of Pedal Nation Events.(Photo © J. Maus) For a first-year event, there’s a lot of buzz in the bike scene about The Bicycle Show, which is coming to the Oregon Convention Center this weekend (and I’m not saying that because they’re an advertiser). Aaron McBride with Pedal Nation events has packed the schedule … Read more
Here’s the news that caught our eye this week: – Even a police officer dressed in a bunny suit can’t get a break when trying to cross the street in a crosswalk. – The US federal government may soon prohibit text messaging while driving a commercial truck. Texting while driving is already illegal in 20 … Read more
– Sure, 2009 was no 2008, but in the U.S. we drove less, and walked, biked, and took the bus significantly more than in 2001. – At the Los Angeles Streets Summit, NYC transpo commish Janette Sadik-Khan’s keynote speech produced some interesting perspectives. – Much is often made of the dangers of teen driving—but it … Read more
Job Title Bicycle Mechanic Company/Organization Lakeside Bicycles Job Description Lakeside Bicycles is seeking an experienced bicycle mechanic for the 2010 season. The ideal candidate will posses integrity, a desire to help customers, a positive attitude and a sense of humor. Custom bike build and wheel building skills required. Applicants must have a minimum of 3 … Read more
Not just for cars anymore.(Photo: Elly Blue/BikePortland) Back in August, local fast food chain Burgerville made headlines when they opened their drive-thrus to bicycle-riding customers at all 39 of their locations. But, according to an interview with the company’s CEO Jeff Harvey published in The Oregonian last week, that’s just the start.
The Steering Committee hopes the plan stays on course.(Photo © J. Maus) It’s been about a month since we last checked in with the Portland Bicycle Plan for 2030. The plan is slated to be adopted by City Council on February 4th (at 2:00 pm) — a change just made yesterday (to accomodate Mayor Sam … Read more
A customer on a test ride in front of Kalkhoff retail store in the Pearl.(Photos by Adams Carroll) Back in August we reported that a new e-bike store was prepping to open its doors in the Pearl District. Now, although the dust has not yet settled in their combined corporate office and retail space, Kalkhoff … Read more