West End Bikes closure leave a bike shop desert in downtown Portland
One of the shop’s owners says he plans to retire.
4/16: Quick update on my condition: After posting the Monday Roundup yesterday, things went downhill. Had a really bad day. Feeling better today, but I don't think Bike Happy Hour is a good idea. I'll miss everyone and will definitely see you next week. Thanks for all your support . - Jonathan Maus, BikePortland Publisher and Editor
One of the shop’s owners says he plans to retire.
“I would say that this year it’s probably even stronger.”
Bike racing legend Greg LeMond at West End Bikes last night (shop co-owner Mark Ontiveros in back).(Photos © J. Maus) Greg LeMond was in Portland last night to help raise awareness for the Echelon Gran Fondo event that takes place tomorrow in Hood River. The event was hosted by West End Bikes and several dozen … Read more
West End Bikes co-owner Mark Ontiveros stands outside his shop on SW 11th and Stark.(Photos © J. Maus)