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Should bikes pay the exact same registration fee as cars, and more than motorcycles?
Three Republicans and a Democrat (sounds like a “balanced” cable talk show) have introduced a new bill in Salem that already has a lot of people talking. From KATU: Under House Bill 3008, those 18 and older who ride on any highway in the state would have to pay $54 every two years to register…
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Streetcar Guts
I had the opportunity to lead a group from the Streetcar Citizens Advisory Committee out to Oregon Iron Works for a check-in on the new vehicle. Here are some photos of the various components coming together. More after the jump…
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KBOO Bike Show: Amazing Cyclists!
Listen to the show (mp3, 27.3MB) Oregon is an amazing place to ride a bike not just because of the work of local and state governments. Ordinary citizens like you and me have worked tirelessly over the years in their own unique ways to improve the cycling landscape. We learn more about these bike heroes…
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Becoming an Expert Transit Rider
Via Planetizen: This article from Vancouver, B.C. outlines the skills required, and benefits of being an expert transit rider. Developing Transit Surfer™ was one of the ways I scratched my itch to use the system more efficiently here. What skills are required to be an expert transit rider here in Portland? What are the benefits?
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Coming Up on the KBOO Bike Show: New Time Slot!
Note new time slot: 11am – Noon Let’s Celebrate Amazing Cyclists! Oregon is an amazing place to ride a bike not just because of the work of local and state governments. Ordinary citizens like you and me have worked tirelessly over the years in their own unique ways to improve the cycling landscape. Tune in…