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A woman approaches a T-intersection on Naito.(Photo © J. Maus) This week’s question comes from reader Ruben Galbraith. Ruben wonders about something I’ve also thought about a lot. Here’s his question: “How should bikers behave at “T” intersections with traffic signals? For me, this always occurs while heading North on Naito. What could be really … Read more
Ainsworth can be a very tight fit.(Photo: Peter Welte) This week’s question comes from reader Kinya Hanada. Kinya touches on a question I’ve wondered myself for several years now. She loves riding on NE Ainsworth because it’s a “nice, direct route,” but wonders if there are any plans to make it more pleasant to bike … Read more
Bike lane blockage on N. Williams last week.(Photos © J. Maus) This week’s question comes from reader Darren P. Darren wonders about something I think many people have encountered over the years… “Road crews block bike lanes with their road work signs. The signs intended to warn us of dangers are dangerous. Is this legal? … Read more
Not recommended unless you are friends.(Photo © J. Maus) This week’s Ask BikePortland question comes from Daniel C. He had a disagreement with someone over how many bikes can fit on one of PBOT’s standard staple racks. Daniel also wants to know if there are manners to keep in mind when sharing a staple with … Read more
“What are a cyclist’s options when another cyclist causes damage or injury?” — Nick V. [Ask BikePortland is a regular feature. See past questions and learn the answers via our esteemed commenters here.] This week’s Ask BikePortland comes from reader Nick V. Nick wants to know how to handle the aftermath of a bike-on-bike collision:
This week’s Ask BikePortland comes from reader Rob B.: Hey Jonathan, I was wondering if you have any insight into the issue of delivery trucks illegally parking in bike lanes? In particular, my daily commute takes me south on SW 1st St from the Hawthorne Bridge. In the block between Clay and Market there are … Read more
Is driving to a bike race all that bad?(Photo © J. Maus) This week’s question touches on a topic I’ve had many conversations about over the years. It comes from reader Steven Case: “I do most of my commuting by bike and I also do a fair amount of bike races. In some interactions I’ve … Read more
Easy pickings for thieves?(Photo © J. Maus) This week’s question comes from reader Carl Blanchard. He wants to know if the bike racks on the front of TriMet buses are secure. Here’s the question: “Are you aware of any incidents of bikes being stolen from the racks on the front of TriMet buses? I’m always … Read more
This week’s questions comes from reader Joe W. Joe has a problem. His friend is a “car addict” and Joe wants to help him quit, but it’s a sensitive subject. Can you help? Here’s Joe’s question:
You’ll be riding in no time.(Photo © J. Maus) I’ve really enjoyed all the helpful advice shared in response to our new Ask BikePortland column. Several people said they’d like to read a follow-up post with the most popular answers summarized, so here goes… This week’s question was from a reader who said she never … Read more
Not everyone knows how.(Photo © J. Maus) This week’s question comes from a reader who asked to remain anonymous. Why? Read the question to find out: “I just moved here, and I feel the urge to bike around the city. One problem – I never learned how to when I was younger. Now I’m uncoordinated … Read more
Any advice for someone who’d like to see more clearly in the rain?(Photo © J. Maus) Today’s question comes from Matthew Bowers: “I commute about 3 miles to work (and back, obviously) 5-6 days a week, and I wear glasses. This becomes an issue when it’s raining, and was wondering what other glasses-wearing riders do … Read more