When Velotech announced the closure of their 10,000 square foot Western Bikeworks retail store in the Pearl District in September, gears were already turning to expand the company’s showroom at their warehouse location near the Portland Airport. Tucked into an industrial park just north of Columbia Boulevard at 87th, the warehouse had always had a … Read more
The store opened in 2011 with backing from its strong e-commerce operation.
Good stuff from local makers and sellers.
A brick-and-mortar shop with strong online presence absorbs a brick-and-mortar shop that blamed e-commerce for its demise.
We hope to see you there.
8,500 square feet of fresh bike shop goodness in Tigard.
New storefront for Western Bike Worksat NW Lovejoy and 17th.(Photos © J. Maus) Even in a down economy, Portland’s bike business boom shows no signs of letting up, especially when it comes to bike shops. Throughout the city — from Northwest to East Portland — shops large and small are expanding or opening their doors … Read more