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Pedalpalooza Kicks Off this Weekend, 3 Weeks of Bike Rides for All
Portlanders love biking, and Pedalpalooza gives people of all ages, various fun rides to participate in for the remainder of June. The three-week event started yesterday and ends with the World Naked Bike Ride on June 27th. With 242 bicycle events for Pedalpalooza, various people and businesses put on rides with different themes and activities. There… read more
Left-turn Signals Installed at SE Powell and 26th
With the recent fatal bicycle-car collisions on SE Powell, the city has added left-turn signals at the intersection with 26th Avenue. The new signals will have green left-turn arrows for both directions of traffic. The lights should be in full effect sometime this week. The lights are expected to improve safety by reducing crashes involving… read more
Southeast Portland is one of the Worst parts of the City for Bike-car Crashes
Southeast Portland has one of the highest concentrations of bicycle-car related crashes in the city. Data from the Oregon Department of Transportation’s Crash Analysis and Reporting Unit shows 1,600 reported incidents between 2009 and 2013. Among the top six most dangerous roads for cyclists is Powell Boulevard where 22-year-old Alistair Corkett los his right leg… read more
National Bike to Work Day is Friday May 15th
This May is Bike Month in Portland and all across the country. The Portland Bureau of Transportation is celebrating with fun events and activities for cyclists all over the city. For a full list of events, visit the PBOT website. Friday, May 15th, is National Bike to Work Day. Mayor Charlie Hales named this week… read more
Portland Bridges may get $33 Million for Cyclist/Pedestrian Upgrades by 2020
Some of Multnomah County’s busiest bridges crossing the Willamette River could see biking and walking upgrades within the next five years. One of the new ideas for the Hawthorne Bridge would be to separate the bike and foot traffic area into possibly using one of the four auto lanes on the bridge deck. There is a… read more
FAQ’s About Auto Accident Insurance in Oregon
What if the other driver was at fault, but doesn’t have insurance? How will I pay my bills? Well, to pay your bills initially, you will be able to use your PIP. But in addition to PIP, you will also have other coverage in your policy to cover expenses over $15,ooo. In Oregon, every driver… read more
Oregon Senate Passes Bill allowing Bicycles & Motorcycles to Run Red Lights
Early last week the Oregon Senate unanimously approved SB 533, allowing a “bicyclist or motorcyclist to proceed at stop light under certain conditions.” The idea is not to have bicyclists just running red lights at every intersection but it is to bring relief to bikers who constantly find themselves at stop lights that won’t change…. read more
The sun is shining and more people are out biking to enjoy the nice weather. Kids should be aware of key safety practices while bicycling. Before riding a bike make sure it is in good working condition and all parts are secure. Below are some importantly safety tips to share with your kids while bicycling. Wear a… read more
New Smart Bike Warns you if a Car is about to Hit You
The Netherlands Organization for Applied Scientific Research (TNO) is behind a new smart bike that lets you know when fast-moving objects get too close. The saddle and handlebars of the bike vibrate if a car or bike is getting too close behind you or someone suddenly pulls out in front of you. The Dutch agency… read more
Interactive Map Shows Pedestrian and Cyclist Deaths in Portland Area
Pedestrian and cyclist deaths have increased each year since 2009. Since these deaths were creating a big concern, federal officials launched and initiative in September to increase pedestrian and cyclist safety. Including Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas and Clark counties, pedestrian and cyclist deaths are matching the national upward trend. The graph below shows the number each… read more
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