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Ghost bike installed for Jason Ruhmshottel
Christina Cuanalo places flowers at a ghost bike installed for her brother Jason Ruhmshottel while BikeLoud volunteers Sarah Risser (purple jacket) and Steve Cheseborough (red), his mother Jill Ruhmshottel (white flowers), and other members of Jason’s family look on. (Photos: Jonathan Maus/BikePortland) A few hours ago, a ghost bike was installed w
Higher parking fees and registration enforcement will help fill PBOT budget hole
Crowded parking in Kerns neighborhood. (Photo: Jonathan Maus/BikePortland) Portland’s transportation bureau walked slowly away from the edge of a financial cliff on City Council budget work session on Thursday. Battered by years of revenue loss made worse by not charging road users enough for the service of safe streets, and a change in travel beha
Gladys Bikes owner Cassie Hidalgo in 2021. (Photo: Jonathan Maus/BikePortland) Three well-known Portland bike shops will go through major changes in the coming weeks. 11 days from now there will no longer be a bike shop on SW 10th and Salmon. The Trek Portland Downtown store will close on February 18th and re-open March 1st in a new building 1.2 mi
The lovely crowd from last week. (Photo: Jonathan Maus/BikePortland) It’s Wednesday, and you know what that means… It’s time for Bike Happy Hour (BHH). This will be our 44th week! Hard to believe we are approaching a one-year anniversary. Last week we had so much fun sharing time and space with Roo and Luis from Warpaint. Thanks to everyone who sho
On Sunday 4 February 2024 Merlin Staff and other local cyclists took on The Annual Preston Wheelers Reliability Ride. Everyone met at 08:50 for a 09:00 start at the Withy Trees in Fulwood. Paul our general manager and Shaun from goods in gave me all the details of the day and here’s the recount of […] The post The Preston Wheelers Reliability Ride
Cycling sunglasses are an essential accessory for cyclists, providing eye protection, reducing glare, and enhancing visibility on the road or trail. Here are key features to consider when choosing cycling sunglasses: **1. Lens Technology: UV Protection: Look for sunglasses with 100% UV protection to shield your eyes from harmful ultraviolet rays.Po
A fledgling nonprofit with an outlandish name that launched in Portland six years ago, now sees itself alongside 17 other organizations statewide who have come to the same conclusion: “Highway expansions are pulling our country into an environmental, budgetary, and public health crisis and it’s time to end this destructive, unsustainable practice a
State Capitol building in Salem in 2009. (Photo: Jonathan Maus/BikePortland) Note: If you are aware of a transportation-related bill that’s not on this list, please contact me. The 2024 session of the Oregon Legislature kicked off Monday and now there’s a 35-day sprint to make new laws before the gavel comes down. It’s a short session (Oregon only
Barriers keep people out of bus lanes. (Photo: Smart Growth America) Garrison Christian is a 20 year old undergraduate student at Portland State University. He is studying Urban Planning, with hopes of becoming a professional transportation planner. Garrison Christian at a recent Bike Happy Hour. (Photo: Jonathan Maus/BikePortland) As most of you a
PPB Traffic Division social media post. Inset: BikePortland Fatality Tracker yeart-to-date traffic death toll. New roadside memorial sign program offers hope these deaths won’t go unnoticed. On Sunday, February 4th at 8:46 pm, the Portland Police Bureau Traffic Division posted to X (formerly Twitter): “Extremely excessive speeds in Portland this we
Last week’s post about PBOT’s newly released design for 82nd Avenue brought out an interesting bunch of comments. I liked reading all of them, I think because they were so authentic. Not too much internet grandstanding, mainly just people sharing their thoughts. Altogether a “no drama” group of responses. There was one calm comment which has kept w
Welcome to the week. Here are the most notable stories our community came across in the past seven days… Sad but true: Really important deep dive into the data and demographic trends that have led to the “end of the school bus era” and the explosion of really terrible school pick-up lines. (Washington Post) Dutch formula: Figured we can always use
AI-powered bike design involves using artificial intelligence to optimize various aspects of bicycle components and frames, with the aim of enhancing performance, efficiency, and rider experience. Here's how AI can be applied to bike design: Topology Optimization: AI algorithms can perform topology optimization to find the most efficient distributi
Keeping your bike in tip top condition will make riding a much more pleasant experience. You’ll likely save money in the long run and get many more good years out of your bike! Here’s our top recommendation for prolonging the life and performance of your bike. Regular Servicing Keep your bike CLEAN! Frame and Chainstay […] The post The best ways to
Skip to content Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor) February 2, 2024 Eva Frazier and I are back with another episode of “In The Shed.” This episode was recorded earlier today in the BikePortland Shed as unseasonably warm weather beckoned us outdoors. As usual, we had a really great chat about a wide range of stuff. Office hours chat with City Council
Finding the best cycling rides involves a combination of research, local knowledge, and personal preferences. Whether you're looking for scenic routes, challenging climbs, or leisurely rides, here are some tips to help you discover great cycling routes: Local Bike Shops and Clubs: Visit local bike shops or join cycling clubs in your area. They ofte
Three more platforms like this one in front of the Schnitz are being built this month. (Photos: Jonathan Maus/BikePortland) If you see city construction crews tearing up the bike lane on SW Broadway through downtown, don’t fear. They are not removing the protected bike lanes so many riders depend on for their safety every day. The work is part of a
Portland City Council District 2 (N/NE) candidate Mariah Hudson joined me for a brief interview today. I was first introduced to Mariah through her role as chair of the PBOT Bureau & Budget Advisory Committee. When I heard she was running for council and was a daily rider who bikes with young kids, I knew I had to chat with her. The interview a
