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Bicycles are often considered one of the most efficient modes of transportation. Here's why: Energy Efficiency: Bicycles are incredibly energy-efficient. They convert a significant portion of the rider's energy into forward motion, with very little wasted energy. In fact, bicycles are more energy-efficient than any other mode of transportation, inc
Just some of last week’s crowd on the Gorges Beer Co patio. (Jonathan Maus – BikePortland) I hope you’ll consider joining us at Bike Happy Hour tomorrow (Weds, 3/27). I realize it’s Spring Break and lots of folks are not on their normal schedules, but BHH will continue on as per usual. And we’ve got a great night planned! As you might have seen on
Looking south toward Division. (Photos: Jonathan Maus – BikePortland) Mische’s plan. On Monday, April 1st, the Portland Parks & Recreation bureau will realize a 113-year-old vision when they open a new southern entrance to Mt. Tabor Park. The year was 1911 when a plan for Mt. Tabor was drawn up by Emmanuel Mische, who worked for the Olmsted la
German company Evoc was founded by a group of outdoor sports enthusiasts who travelled the world with bikes and boards in search of the best trails and powder. They started designing and manufacturing their own gear, taking into account all their travel experience and the unique needs of transporting their kit. Here’s their latest products […] The
In a week of strong comments, Charley’s stood out for its even tone and thoughtful analysis. Writing in response to last week’s post about the political tightrope the Portland Clean Energy Fund (PCEF) walks because of unexpected revenue windfalls, Charley broadened his critique beyond PCEF to include a certain type of ballot measure. This comment i
Welcome to the week. Hope you are able to enjoy “spring break” even though it doesn’t feel that spring-y out right now. Here’s what our community has been talking about for the past seven days… ‘Hell on earth’: It was striking to me how similar the anti-urban cycling arguments are in Paris to the ones we hear in America. (The Telegraph) Trails mome
Skip to content Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor) 18 hours ago It’s Friday, and you know what that means… Yes it is time for our weekly podcast featuring the wonderful Eva Frazier and I! We were graced with Eva’s presence before she jets off once again — this time to beautiful Kearny, Nebraska where she’s got a date with a few thousand sandhill cran
Henderson’s bike was found in the bike lane on this section of SW Alder just east of 3rd Ave. 40-year-old Johnathan Henderson moved to Portland four years ago and spent most of his time riding his beloved singlespeed “fixie” on downtown streets — filling one delivery order after another. Around 9:30 pm on March 12th, he was involved in a collision
When David Robinson launched the Ladds 500 in 2016, he had no idea it would become a phenomenon. I mean, who would want to ride 500 laps (about 100 miles) around Ladd Circle Park? Even Robinson’s self-deprecating slogan, “Let’s do something stupid!” didn’t seem like the best way to attract the masses. But over the years, this event has become a fav
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From PCEF website The Portland Clean Energy Fund Committee is walking a tightrope: If they play too hard-to-get when it comes to opening up revenue from their corporate tax earnings to City of Portland bureaus, they risk stoking the ire of City Commissioner Rene Gonzalez who is desperate for bureau funding and is poised to refashion the tax and ref
Understanding bicycle gears is essential for efficiently and effectively navigating different terrains and optimizing your riding experience. Here's a basic overview: Gearing Components: Chainrings: These are the toothed rings attached to the crankset (the part where the pedals attach). Bikes typically have two or three chainrings, known as double
You never know what you’ll see at the Worst Day of the Year ride. (Jonathan Maus – BikePortland) This week’s Event Guide is sponsored by the Worst Day of the Year Ride, one of Portland’s iconic group rides that is sure to brighten your mood with all types of creative and zany costumes and silly folks inside them. Register and learn more here. Have
For more than a century, Brooks England have inspired boundless journeys with hand-crafted saddles, bags and cycling accessories carefully built to last. Saddles: Excellence for every ride. Since their founding in 1866, Brooks saddles have been crafted by hand to timeless designs and become the choice of discerning riders. From the shaping and dura
(Jonathan Maus – BikePortland) “We’ll be targeted if we’re assertive… But cyclists need to be assertive to be safe.” – Survey respondent The most recent counts by the City of Portland estimate that only three out of every 10 bicycle riders are women and the gender split hasn’t budged since counting started in 2006. In east Portland, the City tabula
Preliminary plan for the proposed Raleigh Crest development on the Alpenrose Dairy site. North is to the right. The Hayhurst neighborhood association presented preliminary plans for development of the Alpenrose Dairy site last week at their March 11 open house about the property. The group obtained the draft plans through a public records request,
