If You Build It, They Will Walk, Bike, and Thrive

If You Build It, They Will Walk, Bike, and Thrive

A recent study helps answer the question:  “Which came first – the bike infrastructure or the bikers?” The research published in April 2021 by the National Academy of Sciences found that across 106 European cities, cities which added bike...
Regnart Creek Trail Update

Regnart Creek Trail Update

The Regnart Creek Trail was sent out for bid on December 18, 2020, with the associated private land fence work bid sent out several days later. Nine construction companies have responded with a bid for the trail, with bids closing early in January. There were no bids...
You’ll be happier cycling when you get a rearview mirror

You’ll be happier cycling when you get a rearview mirror

Ever since my first week-long Cycle Oregon, I’ve ridden with a rear-view mirror.  Once you use one, you’ll never go without it. You feel safer, and are more secure knowing when a vehicle or cyclist is approaching you.  (Check our site for some great safety tips....
Kelly Tung and YEPI bring climate action to youth

Kelly Tung and YEPI bring climate action to youth

Kelly Tung, Monta Vista Sophomore, has founded and runs the Youth Environmental Power Initiative (YEPI). YEPI is a nonprofit organization that aims to spread awareness for sustainability and environmental justice, promotes alternative transportation and safe biking...
The  Great Bicycle Boom of 2020

The Great Bicycle Boom of 2020

“Hi, do you guys have any Specialized Rockhopper bikes in stock?”  This was a question we heard multiple times a day throughout the Shelter In Place and it continues to this day!  Many other questions too, such as “Do you repair bicycles?” have been flooding the...