Broken glasses? Local shop owner grabs a bike chain link
Martina Fahrner of Clever Cycles lived up to her shop’s name Tuesday after the bridge of her glasses broke.
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What are your best tips for staying warm and dry?
Rider in the storm.(Photo © J. Maus/BikePortland)r OK folks, it has begun. After an unnaturally long spell of dry and sunny weather, some wet and cold weather is here. This morning’s commute was probably the toughest one since the end of last winter. While I’d love to think that we all pay it no mind … Read more
Get hip to the heat this weekend
Anyone living in Portland has surely heard the doomsday predictions for tomorrow. It’s going to be well into the 90s! That’s like heat-ageddon around these parts. In all seriousness, it will be hot (so hot TriMet says their trains will slow down). But don’t let these scare tactics keep you from riding! Sunny and dry … Read more
From the Forums: Should I worry about rust on my bike?
[Note from publisher: Before Will shares a post from the Portland Bike Forums, I need to address a few things: Our server expert and I are currently working on issues with the forums related to spam user accounts. None of these accounts are visible, but hundreds of thousands of them have been created and they … Read more
It’s that time of year again… Beware of sun glare
This photo, taken at 7:28 this morning, shows the impact of sun glare.(Photo © J. Maus) Last year about this time I shared a friendly warning about the perils of sun glare. It just so happens that the sun rises and sets about the same time as the peak AM and PM commutes when lots … Read more
Wet weather open thread
Flooded bike lane and shoulder on N. Williams tonight.(Photo © J. Maus)
Sweat and sprinklers: Thoughts on sultry cycling survival
How will you beat the heat?(Photos © J. Maus) If you’re out and about on two wheels today, remember to respect the heat. It’s hot out there (as if you didn’t know already) and it can make riding not only uncomfortable, but downright dangerous if you’re not ready for it. We hear a lot about … Read more
My icy commute: How was yours?
Stay away from shiny spots.Going south on N. Interstate Ave.(Photo © J. Maus) Now that was a bit scary. I just arrived at our office in the Central Eastside after a challenging and harrowing ride from North Portland. I consider myself a pretty skilled rider, but with many streets covered in a sheet of ice, … Read more
Slip slidin’ away? Check out these tips and free workshops
This woman stays dry and visible with a poncho.(Photos © J. Maus) Monsoon season is upon us in Portland. When you jump on your bike these days, you never know what awaits you; wind, rain, leaf-strewn (and slippery) bike lanes, or all of the above (no ice yet, but that’s coming too). This time of … Read more
Keeping kids warm and dry on the bike
Marion Rice and daughter Gleneden This article was written by our Family Biking columnist Marion Rice. For previous articles in this series, and for links to other articles and photos on family biking, check out the Family Biking Page.