Take a tour of opening day at BikeCraft
Happy BikeCraft everyone!(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland)
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What to expect at BikeCraft: Check the full vendor list
Happy BikeCraft customers… This could be you! BikeCraft is this weekend and we’re getting very excited. As I always like to do before the big show, I thought I’d share the complete list of vendors. I count just over 50 of them! It’s going to be a fantastic event. From bike bags and wooden front … Read more
A few more reasons to attend BikeCraft this weekend
This weekend! The eighth annual BikeCraft is this weekend! If you’re not already planning to be there, what I’m about to share should seal the deal. In a nutshell, it’s an event you do not want to miss. Here are just a few reasons… — North St. Bags will be in the house doing on-site … Read more
8th annual BikeCraft set for December 1-2
You never know what you’ll find at BikeCraft. Mark your calendars and save prep your budget, because the eighth annual BikeCraft holiday gift fair is right around the corner. This year’s event is set for December 1st and 2nd at the fantastic Sandbox Studios in northeast Portland (420 NE 9th). BikeCraft has come a long … Read more
Walnut’s Frame Handle: “Carry your bike as easy as a briefcase”
Walnut’s new Frame Handle.(Photo: Erin Berzel Photography) We love local bike-inspired artisans. One of them that has been a favorite since he burst onto the scene at the 2009 BikeCraft show is Geoff Franklin of Walnut Studiolo. Geoff’s leather works are very solid. He’s nailed that sometimes elusive mix of quality, function, and execution. This … Read more
BikeCraft online store now open!
Screenshot Seven years after a few hundred friends and fellow bike lovers packed into a coffee shop in northeast Portland to celebrate and share locally handmade, bike-inspired goods — I’m very excited to announce that BikeCraft is now available 24/7 on the web.
BikeCraft: Coming soon to an online storefront
Screenshot I’ve got some exciting news about the continued evolution of the annual BikeCraft event. You’ll recall this year I formally handed over the event to Aaron Kaffen and Amos Hunter after running it for six years (sniff, sniff). Amos and Aaron took it to a whole new level and the event was really solid. … Read more
BikeCraft: Photos and highlights from day one
BikeCraft saw healthy crowds at its opening day. The event continues tomorrow with doors opening at 11:00 am. Day One of BikeCraft 2011 is in the books. There was a great turnout today and many many fine things to browse and buy. Below are some of the things that caught my eye. Remember, if you’re … Read more
BikeCraft: Come for the handmade gifts; stay for the other stuff
Come meet Dezy and hear him play his amazing Piano Bike at BikeCraft on Saturday.(Photos © J. Maus) If you haven’t figured it out by now, BikeCraft isn’t just a holiday gift bazaar: It’s a place where folks come out of the winter cold, catch up with friends, and enjoy that special, bike-infused flavor of … Read more
BikeCraft not just for Portland makers anymore
This weekend!(Photo: Adams Carroll) When I first held BikeCraft on that snowy evening way back in December 2005, besides an excuse to bring people together and hang out with friends, my main goal was prove the following point: “Look at all this amazing bike stuff that’s made by hand right here in Portland!” In subsequent … Read more
Who’s coming to BikeCraft?
There will be lots to see and do at BikeCraft. Start doing your homework now by perusing the current vendor list below.(All photos © J. Maus unless otherwise noted)
BikeCraft 2011: Dates, venue set and a big announcement
Check out the new BikeCraft website. BikeCraft is getting bigger and better this year in more ways than one. But before I announce the dates and venue (scroll down if you can’t wait), I want to let you all know that I’ve officially handed over the event to someone else. Since that magical snow night … Read more