Ira Ryan has left Breadwinner Cycles, will restart solo brand
It’s the end of another era in Portland’s rich history of custom bike builders, and possibly the start of a new one.
4/21: Hello readers and friends. I'm still recovering from a surgery I had on 4/11, so I'm unable to attend events and do typical coverage. I'll post as I can and should improve day-by-day. Thanks for all your support 🙏. - Jonathan Maus, BikePortland Publisher and Editor
It’s the end of another era in Portland’s rich history of custom bike builders, and possibly the start of a new one.
Their longevity is a testament to the quality of their bikes and their character.
Portland’s local bike culture and retail landscape has taken a few more hits.
Two great companies now make one company greater.
One of the bikes was finished and awaiting its new owner.
From framebuilders to community builders.
A new bikey cafe on Williams.
Good stuff from local makers and sellers.
Keeping you in the loop on the latest bike shop news.
News bits on a local builder, a designer, a journalist and a fixer.
Drink it all in and savor the local flavors.
Local bike builder had a big month.