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Friday, May 04, 2007

Sprockettes Foil Bike Thief



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PORTLAND, OR - Agent Chaos and Agent Trouble of The Sprockettes reenact their amazing recovery of a stolen bicycle. FIGHT EVIL CRIME!



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Wednesday, May 02, 2007

Welcome to the Velodrome: Eric Kautzky Race



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Watch this dynamic Track Racing Promo Video produced by Spool.Music by Aural Produce. Re-edited and titled by CrankMyChain! Cycle TV.


PORTLAND, OR - If you are not already signed up or planning to attend the 2007 Eric Kautzky Memorial Track Race then get out your calendar and mark down Saturday, May 12th. Racing begins at 10AM at Alpenrose Dairy. information here. Cancelled in the event of rain.

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Portland Cyclists Rally for Bike Master Plan



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Report by Jonathan Maus of BikePortland.org
PORTLAND, OR - Nearly 200 cyclists, well over twice the usual amount, joined city bike coordinator Roger Geller on his Bike Master Plan Ride last night. Riders of all stripes came out to show support for the embattled Master Plan, which Mayor Potter recently decided to cut from his proposed budget.
As expected, Transportation Commissioner Sam Adams, flanked by his policy analyst Roland Chlapowski and his Chief of Staff Tom Miller, made an appearance. During interviews with the various media outlets he said,

“I just think that this (the Bike Master Plan) is more important than some of the other items proposed in the Mayor’s proposed budget…It’s absolutely critical that we continue to be a leader in bike mobility and that comes by having a good plan…Bikes have never been more important to the mobility of this city. It’s an affordable way to get around; in some cases, it’s the most reliable way to get between two places; it’s good for your health; you burn fat instead of oil; and it’s good for the environment.

The Bike Master Plan allows us to develop a bike system, not just do it piecemeal, but develop a system…As transportation commissioner I have a responsibility to get people around the city safely and bikes are a key part of my strategy. I think you can argue that we don’t spend enough money on bikes, not that we need to cut back on our spending.”

After Adams’ remarks and brief words from Roger Geller, the ride began amid the chaotic cacophony of May Day Parade revelers, which passed by Terry Schrunk Plaza right as we rolled out. After a quick loop around the South Park Blocks, we made our way over the Willamette River (via the Hawthorne Bridge), up the Eastbank Esplanade, and onward through North Portland.

As we made our way to our destination (Kenton Park), we experienced a diverse array of bikeways and environments;
Bike Master Plan Ride #4

* We rode through the innovative, bike-only “scramble” signal near the Rose Garden Arena,
* worked the sometimes tricky connection from Weidler to N. Williams,
* enjoyed the serenity of residential streets near N. Ainsworth,
* got a first-hand look at the new bike/ped refuge medias at N. Portland and Willamette Blvd.,
* shared a narrow bike lane with fast-moving motorists on N. Willamette near the University of Portland,
* basked in the bucolic splendor and spring time aromas of the Peninsula Crossing Trail,
* pedaled over the bike/ped bridge over the Columbia Slough,
Bike Master Plan Ride #4
* rode next to nature along the Columbia Slough Trail while huge packs of lycra-clad racers careened through corners at Portland International Raceway,
* and finally, we passed by Paul Bunyan at the entrance to up-and-coming Kenton.

I talked to several people on the ride (unfortunately I can’t use the audio due to excessive wind noise), and they all expressed a deep concern about the Mayor’s decision to cut funding for the plan.

Dave Sohigian was there with his wife and two kids. They live in Lair Hill, just south of Portland and as a carfree family, the continued improvement of Portland’s bikeway network is very important to them. Another women I spoke to said she moved to Portland (from Ohio) in large part because of it’s bike-friendly reputation and she wants to see that continue.

Shamus Lynskey of St. Johns towed his young daughter along and said he has a vested interest in improving bikeway connections from that area to downtown. BTA volunteer Lee Hoffman lives in Tanasbourne and came out to show his support for the Master Plan.

Once at Kenton Park, we re-assembled, filled out comment forms had a Q and A session with Roger Geller. It was a constructive, informative discussion that brought up a wide range of topics; from the potential of a bike-only lane on the Hawthorne Bridge (Geller said bikes were 16% of the total trips last summer), to problems with the new bike/ped refuge island at N. Willamette and Portland.

It was inspiring to see both the large showing of support for the Bike Master Plan, and the high level of concern and engagement for improving the bikeway network.


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Monday, April 30, 2007

Hal Grades Your Bike Locking



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New York City - In honor of Bike Month, Clarence Eckerson, Jr. of SteetFilms resurrects this 2003 bikeTV classic. It was his first work to gain worldwide noterity in the alternative transportation world.

They hit the streets of Soho with the help of Bicycle Habitat’s most famous mechanic Hal Ruzal - who humorously grades the bike locking ability of New Yorkers. Sure he’s harsh, but also damn funny while dispensing useful anecdotes from his many decades in the biz. Hopefully you’ll learn how to keep your bike safe and avoid a failing grade.


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Thursday, April 26, 2007

The Bicyclist - Act 5: Late Night Picture Show


PORTLAND, OR - As Steve carefully picks out her outfit. Conrad makes the scene at Jose's Space Party in a big way.

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Tuesday, April 24, 2007

How to Fix a Flat




Here is another great how-to video from Carlton Reid at QuickRelease.TV.

Fixing a flat can be a daunting task the first time especially if you are not mechanically inclined. Just remember to take your time and learn to do it yourself.

If you have someone more experienced nearby let them give you moral support but don't let them do it for you. When you find yourself miles from home you'll be glad you learned how fix flat and carried a patch kit and tire inflator.

If you use your bike to commute to work you should definatley consider puncture resistant kevlar tires. They are costly but so is showing up late for work.

Let me know if you have any tips or tricks regarding flat repair or preventing punctures.

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Thursday, April 19, 2007

Kraftwerk: Tour De France Video 2


Here is another Kraftwerk Tour De France composition and video. You can watch the first one here.

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Wednesday, April 18, 2007

Project Pedal #4 - This is it, Two months left...



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NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA - This is the fourth in series from a documentary film project with the working title "Project Pedal". The filmmakers plan to follow a group of cyclists this summer as they trek across the nation. Click here for previous episodes.

Excerpt from ProjcetPedal.com:
The idea of Project Pedal came about, thanks to Amanda, almost exactly four years ago - and for the last three years, I've been pouring myself into it with my fair share of difficulties along the way.

But thanks to the encouragement of close friends, family and the readers/viewers of this site - I've always picked myself up and kept trying when things dead-ended with Pedal.

I can't imagine where I would be without this site and without everything it has directly been instrumental in sending my way. My amazing crew, the Black Sheep... the professional advice and support of Matt... the much needed and much appreciated relationships with total strangers who've stumbled onto this site in there own ways.

I've learned so much in the last three years, and if I had any advice to pass on to people reading - it would be, whatever your passion or personal project may be, don't go it alone. Start a blog, and be as transparent and inclusive as possible.

I'm excited about these last two months and the two that will follow - I can't wait for the trip to come. I'm nervous. I'm excited. "Breath in pink, exhale blue". There's a lot of details to get into place - but... this is it, two months left. Here we go.

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Monday, April 16, 2007

Monday Morning Update



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PORTLAND, OR - Just a quick post to let you know about April 14th, Oregon bike day and very special day for me personally.

Also, The Reverend Phil "Naked Justice" trial is postponed until May. This is the 5th set over.

Keep on crankin' those chains.

DK




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Thursday, April 12, 2007

Celebrity Perp Haircut - Rev Phil


TRIAL SET OVER UNTIL MAY

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TRIAL SET OVER UNTIL MAY
PORTLAND, OR - Reverend Phil gets a haircut in advance of his trial (next Wednesday). (Trial has been set over until May.)

He's facing 2 1/2 years for various misdemeanor charges. Reverend Phil alleges and eyewitnesses will testify that an apparently drunken driver stuck him with her vehicle during the 2006 World Naked Bike Ride in Portland, Oregon. She then had her boyfriend, an off duty police officer, attack him.

This will be the fourth attempt at a jury trial. Stay tuned to CrankMyChain! Cycle TV as we follow the proceedings.



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