Industry Ticker: Blaq’s strapless backpack and a titanium hot dog skewer from Ruckus
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Industry Ticker: BlaqPaks turns to Kickstarter for PDX Carpet bags
Southeast Portland-based BlaqPaks — makers of fine backpacks, messenger bags, and more — want to offer a full line of products in the style of the iconic PDX Carpet. To do it, they’ve turned to Kickstarter. For more info, read their press release below…
Local business finds niche with cargo bike canopies
Jeremy Neal (L) and Paul Johnson of Blaq Design at their shop on SE 11th and Division.(Photos © J. Maus/BikePortland) You know the local bike industry is healthy when niches are created within niches. That seems to be what’s happening now in Portland’s thriving cargo bike scene. Made up of advocates, builders, retailers, and buyers, … Read more
Comment of the Week: A 45-year bike commuter weighs in