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2,000 Comments in 2 Weeks … And You?

In just a couple of weeks, those for and against have left nearly 2,000 comments about the Off-road Cycling Master Plan (ORCMP). Through in-person open houses and community events, the online interactive map, the Forest Park questionnaire, a general comment form, and email ([email protected]), many have shared their ideas for creating more places for people of all ages and … Read More

OPB Thinks Out Loud About Off-Road Cycling

On Monday, April 3, Off-road Cycling Master Plan Project Manager Michelle Kunec-North and Project Advisory Committee member Evan Smith discussed the plan’s focus on kids and families, its goal to provide places to ride across the city — and Forest Park. Curious about who said what? Listen now.

Grand Opening of bridges at Stub! (VIDEO)

Check out this new video from March work party that shows volunteer team putting the finishing touches on the bridge approaches for “Link’n’Pin” section of Shoofly trail… (don’t get this one confused with the February 2017 large work party event (video) working on bridges as well – it was a multi-year effort and these were … Read More

Off-Road Cycling on OPB Think Out Loud Today

Michelle Kunec-North, Program Coordinator, City of Portland will be on OPB’s Think Out Loud today (April 3rd) at noon for a segment on the Off-Road Cycling Master Plan. The conversation will likely run from 12:20 to 12:40. The show is live and will be taking listener calls. The show will also be rebroadcast at 8 … Read More

March’s Member Meetup

Our March meeting at Velo Cult brought a lighter (daylight savings time) start to the affair but also a lighter crowd (it’s also Spring break week). To simulate the experience at home, grab your favorite snack and drink, and we’re on to the announcements! Emcee Andy Crump began by noting that Washougal Bike Park will … Read More

Women’s Maintenance Clinics Part 1: Beginners Basics

I had the pleasure recently to hang out at CyclePath and attend the Women’s Clinics. Ventura Park LST lead Sarah Olsen organized this series for the ladies which started on March 10th with Beginners Basics. We were greeted by delightful snack treats and icy beverages while friend and fellow pro rider Kirsten Holster lead us … Read More

$20 Shirt, Free Bike Park!

Ed Fischer at Camas Bike and Sport has got a deal for you! Simply buy one of these very nice (I know, I have one!) t-shirts and you’ll help ensure the installation of a pump track and jump lines at Washougal Bike Park this Summer. These are some very serious features coming on. Imagine a … Read More

Speak Up Now About ORCMP

Portland has launched an interactive map to gather your feedback on the potential sites for off-road cycling in the city: Click on a site, understand its potential, and submit your feedback directly. But before you go, there’s a few things you must know: Don’t be confused by the six black location markers, they simply identify existing … Read More

Yakima’s Fit Team Needs Your Help!

Yakima’s Fit Development Team is seeking access to certain vehicles for evaluation of the fit of their products. If you own a vehicle listed in the web page linked below and are interested in participating, please fill out the form within that web page. Once Yakima receives your form, and if they are still seeking … Read More

Mega-Build Draws Huge Crowd

Three reschedules were a charm! March 4 proved to be a great day for the Growlers Mega-Build as the weather gods were fairly kind and 120 awesome volunteers accomplished their goal of 3 miles of trail in a clear-cut, under incredibly difficult conditions, re-establishing trail that was damaged by logging activities last year. To quote Jim LeMonds, … Read More