At work and on MAX, e-bike riders feel policy pinch
In contrast to how our society and systems treat electric cars, it often feels like electric bikes can’t catch a break.
bikes and transit
Bike rider injured in collision with Yellow Line MAX train
The man now has an epic story to tell and he’s lucky it wasn’t much worse.
Ask BikePortland: Why can’t I take my Biketown bike on TriMet bus/MAX?
Today’s questions comes from reader Chris C. Chris was surprised when a TriMet operator told him he couldn’t put his Biketown bike on the bus rack. Here’s his question: “I learned from first-hand experience today that a TriMet bus will not allow a Biketown rental bike to be transported, because it is a Biketown bike. … Read more
Opinion: Riding a bike in Paris and the future of carfree lanes in Portland
It’s time for bike, e-mobility, and transit riders to team up against the real enemy. With the Rose Lane project underway and e-bikes on the horizon, Portland should consider more carfree lanes. – A guest opinion from Portland resident Henry Miller
Tech troubles delay opening of secure parking at TriMet bike-and-ride facilities
There’s perhaps no more important place for high-quality bicycle parking than a location where bike theft is rampant and that sits at the bottom of a big hill separating two major employment zones. That’s why many bicycle users were excited about the new bike parking at TriMet’s Goose Hollow MAX station. Unfortunately the facility is … Read more
Commissioner Eudaly’s big move for bus-only lanes
The cat is officially out of the bag. In a story posted this morning, the Willamette Week reported that PBOT Commissioner Chloe Eudaly wants to go big for bus only lanes. In 18 months, Portland streets could see the most dramatic change in public transit since the arrival of the streetcar. All it will take … Read more
TriMet launches online open house on Division Transit Project station designs
Eight new stations will integrate with a future protected bike lane.
‘Gorge Express’ bus service returns with major upgrades
Better bus service can literally save the Gorge.
ODOT eyes expansion of Gorge bus service after successful first year
Congestion mitigated, no freeway expansion needed.