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Demistifying Nonprofit Operations
There’s often confusion when it comes to talking about our organization– what we do in the community, and how we operate as a nonprofit. Today, we want to share some […]
Another Amazing Summer Of Community Camp
Community Camp, our no-cost, bike-focused day camp for low-income youth, just completed their last session of the summer. We hosted seven sessions of camp with six different community partners across […]
ODOT Sponsorship Spotlight
With the conclusion of our 30th Anniversary Bike Carnival and Fundraiser we’d like to highlight the continued support from Oregon Department of Transportation(ODOT). The Bike Carnival was dreamed-up as a […]
That’s A Wrap! 30th Anniversary Event Recap
Many thanks to everyone who came out to celebrate our 30th Anniversary last weekend. You all made it a truly special day! We had so much fun watching everyone try […]
Meet Our New Executive Director
We’re pleased to introduce Ruben Alvarado as Community Cycling Center’s new Executive Director. Before joining the Community Cycling Center, Ruben served as an executive leader, elected official, and in various […]
DIY Member Spotlight: Christian Clear
Friends, meet Christian. He’s become a regular in the DIY Workspace these past few months as he’s rotated through a handful of different projects. Frustrated with the limited space and […]
Our New E-Transit Funded by The PGE Drive Change Fund
Meet our new bicycle transport vehicle! It’s big, it’s spacious, AND it’s electric! Purchasing this amazing vehicle was all made possible with support from the PGE Drive Change Fund (DCF). […]
Union Contract Ratified!
We have a contract! The unionization of Community Cycling Center(CCC) workers was unanimously approved to be recognized last April. Since then, we’ve been working to create and ratify a contract […]
Quick Fix or Premium Membership?
Trying to decide between a Quick Fix or Premium membership? We’re here to help! There are two main membership options available for folks looking to access the tools and supplies […]
Big Changes Ahead
The Community Cycling Center was founded as an education center almost 30 years ago to help build a vibrant community where people of all backgrounds use bicycles to stay healthy and […]
2023 Transportation Trivia Recap
It’s been three years since the Community Cycling Center (CCC) has been able to host our annual Transportation Trivia event in-person due to Covid and we came back stronger than […]
Community Camp & Outride Fund
Camp season is here and our youth programs team just wrapped-up their second week of Community Camp in Cully! The weeks were full of neighborhood bike rides, snacks, games, parks, […]
Carl’s 20th Anniversary Party
If you’ve been by the bike shop sometime in the past two decades, chances are you’ve seen Carl! He does a lot of different things around the shop but he’s […]
Board of Directors and Leadership Unanimously Approve Workers Union
Today we are excited to announce the unionization of the Community Cycling Center(CCC). After a super majority of workers requested voluntary recognition of their chosen union, ILWU Local 5, the […]
Low Income Commuter Services Proudly Supported by North St. Bags
Ever since our founding in 1994, providing support for people that need it has been an integral part to our mission of making bikes more accessible. As the neighborhood surrounding […]
Have You Seen Our Billboard?
We are so grateful to be rounding out this year with such an incredible staff and community of supporters. Thank you for joining us for the ride! It’s been a […]
Tillamook County Creamery Assoc sponsorship highlights the power of food
Anyone who has ridden a bike knows how hungry this activity can make you. Without this basic need met, riders cannot explore our cities, get to work or connect with […]
Do You Know About Our Low Income Commuter Services?
As we get closer to the perfect fall weather so many Portlanders enjoy riding in, we thought this would be a good time to tell you more about our bike […]
2022 Scavenger Hunt Success!
Thank you to everyone who made the 3rd Annual Bike Scavenger Hunt a huge success! Over 100 riders took on the 15-clue-challenge; leading them all over the city and learning […]
PBOT Partnership Spotlight!
The Portland Bureau of Transportation(PBOT) and the Community Cycling Center have been close collaborators, programmatic partners and friends for many years. PBOT’s work to expand access to transportation options and […]
Call For Volunteers!
Now is a great time to get involved! With events and programs in full swing, we have a handful of new and exciting opportunities for folks who are ready to […]
2022 Impact Report
We are thrilled to announce the completion of our 2022 Impact Report! We took a deep dive into the past year to tally our accomplishments, acknowledge some of our struggles, […]
A Day In The Life At Bike Club – As Told By Club Instructor Maddie
Welcome to a day of Bike Club at Menlo Park Elementary School! We first meet in the cafeteria with all the other students participating in after-school programs. This is also […]
STEM Bike Class Program Update
We’re currently teaching bicycle mechanics in two schools this Spring Term– Helensview and Alliance Highschool at Meek. We just started working with Meek this winter and they’ve been nothing but […]
Camp Fundraising Success!
We are thrilled to announce that we’ve reached our fundraising goal for no-cost Community Camps. Thank you to Castelli , Sportful , and hundreds of individual supporters for contributions that […]
Rose CDC Spring Break Mini Camp
Spring Break Mini Camp with Rose CDC was a huge success this year! A total of 10 kids attended the 4-day program filled with lots of games outside, bike riding, […]
Bike Shop Apprentice Success!
You might remember Nina from almost a year ago when we posted an interview with her on our blog. Well, we’re back, and pleased to say she completed her 540 […]
Just Another Day At Bike Club!
Written by Nat Shreffler Bike club at Menlo Elementary was made extra special this past fall thanks to two new learners, Franklin and Adrian. We typically start a club with […]
Welcoming The New Year with A Look Back At 2021!
Thank You!!! Throughout the last three months, workplaces, corporations, and hundreds of individuals have come together and raised more than $162,316 for the Community Cycling Center’s mission of broadening […]
We Have Bike Clubs Too!
Written by Natty Pillias Fun! Neighborhood exploration! The opportunity to earn a bike! The Community Cycling Center’s Bike Club program is just that! We not only have a shop — […]
Holiday Bike Drive Returns!
It has been two years since the Community Cycling Center (CCC) has been able to host its annual Holiday Bike Drive event at Legacy Emanuel Hospital. Before COVID-19 times, CCC worked with […]
A Successful Summer of Community Camps…We Did It!
Written by Natty, Safe Routes To School Coordinator Community Camps are officially done until next summer. Let’s take a look back at some of this year’s highlights! The Community Cycling […]
Celebrating The Partnerships Of the Food Delivery By Bike Program
Written by William Francis – Safe Routes to School Coordinator We are writing to celebrate over a year of close collaboration with Living Cully! We’ve been working together with volunteers […]
Meet Development Director, Efrain Duarte!
The Community Cycling Center is happy to announce our new Development Director, Efrain Duarte! Efrain is a native Texan who has over six years of fundraising experience in the non-profit […]
Meet Our Shop Apprentice, Nina!
Did you know that the shop hosts an apprentice every year? Since 2017, we’ve been able to provide this opportunity to youth from our various partner communities. The intent of […]
Meet Our New Executive Director – Momoko Saunders!
It is our pleasure to introduce Momoko Saunders as Executive Director of Community Cycling Center. Momoko has worked in Portland’s bicycle industry for 13 years. She comes to us most […]
Organizational COVID-19 Planning
Written by Gwen, Shop General Manager – As you may have noticed, our shop has been closed for a few days here and there over the course of the past […]
New Program Alert – Community Bike Drives!
The Masked Matt A. with a huge load of Community Bikes out for delivery! The Community Cycling Center’s Holiday Bike Drive is well known in Portland for providing hundreds of […]
Bicycle Parking Code Revisions at City Hall November 13th
On Wednesday, November 13th, we plan to testify at City Hall about proposed changes to Portland’s bike parking code. We would love to see you there, also testifying, […]
New School and New Staff for our STEM Program
Since 2015, the Community Cycling Center has been teaching “Bike Mechanics as STEM Education” in two alternative secondary schools: Helensview and Rosemary Anderson/POIC New Columbia. In keeping with our long […]
Oregon Public House supporting the Cycling Center, AGAIN!
The Oregon Public House (700 NE Dekum, Portland) bills itself as “The World’s First Not-for-Profit Pub.” The community gathering space, which opened in 2010 just a few minutes by bike from […]
Introducing Our 2019 Camp Team!
Bike Camp 2019: Themes!
We are excited to announce that Bike Camp will be integrating weekly themes into our camps this summer! Start building up your costume collection, so you can sport your interpretation […]
Voyagers – A New Camp for Incoming 9th and 10th Graders
Now introducing a place for our avid high school cyclists! Voyagers, as the name implies, will travel far distances as they challenge themselves to boldly go where no camp has […]
Our Plan in Response to Portland Public School’s Schedule Update
The Community Cycling Center is an organization that values both summer camp and education, and we recognize that our campers have varying schedules and circumstances. Portland Public School’s recent schedule […]
Beautiful Wooden Bike (Art!) Looking for Good Home!
Every now and then we get a really special bike donated… and we have one right now! This Renovo bike was custom-made here in Portland and was barely ridden — it hung […]
More than just a bike
When my family immigrated to the United States, my parents were forced to navigate virtually every facet of our new life in America in an unfamiliar language and an unfamiliar […]
Holiday Bike Drive On December 2nd
Our biggest and most magical event of the year is coming up soon, on Sunday, December 2nd. Hundreds of kids from families with low incomes will get to choose […]
Bike Camp Summer Summary
What’s the best part of Fall–that crunch of many piled leaves under your bike tire, the cool crisp bite of wind blowing in your face, or that pumpkin spice latte […]
Cycling Center Hosted Record Number of Interns in 2018
Hosting interns is part of our effort to provide meaningful learning opportunities for youth, and to make the cycling community more diverse and welcoming. This Summer the Community Cycling Center […]
Trade Wars Affect Bikes, and Us, and You!
As you probably are already aware, the current federal administration recently imposed tariffs (taxes on imports) on certain goods coming to the United States from China. Unfortunately (but predictably) some […]
Your Vote Matters – Please Use It!
The Cycling Center has five recommendations for you this election season: 1. Vote! Wherever you are, and whatever you believe, please make your voice heard! Important issues and contested races are […]
Walk n Bike to School
Waking up early can be hard, but once you are out the door, and particularly when you choose to walk or bike, the experience quickly starts trending towards the positive. […]
Volunteers Make Our World Go Round
In order to meet our goals of preparing over 350 bikes to give away at the Holiday Bike Drive in December, we need more volunteers! Are you free on Tuesday […]
Transit Justice for All
TriMet has new money from a new tax and is deciding how to spend it. Our friends at #OPAL Environmental Justice Oregon and Youth Transit Justice Alliance (YEJA) are requesting […]
Slipping into Fall
The days are getting shorter, the air feels crisp, and there’s more rain in the forecast. Our shop has your back, and your toes, and your fingers. We have a full selection […]
Give us a bike – at REI! October 6th Collection Events
Many of you have bikes or parts to donate but don’t live near our shop on NE Alberta. Is there an REI location closer to your home? Then you’re in […]
Many days and also many years of love for Cycle Oregon
Five staff members and twelve volunteers had a great time riding and working around eastern Oregon September 8th – 15th on the “Cycle Oregon Classic” ride. The week-long adventure travels a different route […]
Neighborhood Leader Craig Fondren Joins Our Team as the Community Programs Manager
Please join us in welcoming Craig Fondren as our new Community Programs Manager. Mr. Fondren has deep roots in Northeast Portland, having spent many years focused on housing and urban […]
New Product Alert: Shop now selling Ottolock
OTTOLOCK is a new cinch lock ideal for people who find a U-Lock too clunky to warrant bringing along for a short trip inside a cafe or corner store. While […]
Tenth Annual Transportation Trivia!
Please join the Community Cycling Center and Oregon Walks on Wednesday, September 5th at the Lagunitas Community Room (237 NE Broadway) for a benefit trivia night and put your knowledge […]
New Fujis for Sale in the Shop!
by Tyler Pell While much of our customer base may not know it, each fall, the Cycling Center effectively runs out of bikes to sell. Not that our inventory is […]
2018 Bike Camp!
by Maddeline McGraw Bike Camp is in full swing this summer with just a couple weeks left to ride! Portlanders may have spotted troves of children taking over the streets […]
Riding for Change!
by Jude Perez On a grey and chilly March morning, the staff of the Community Cycling Center received an email that would leave us smiling from ear to ear. Elijah […]
End Family Separation
The Community Cycling Center is appalled by the administration’s current policy of separating children from their parents. Separating children from their parents fits the United Nations definition of genocide. Although […]
New Partnership with “Girls Build”
We launched a new partnership this spring with a new organization! For six weeks this year, six girls participated in an after-school “Become a Bike Mechanic” camp with an all-female instructor […]
The HUB is open for business in 2018!
The 2018 Season of the HUB is up and running! The first day of “business” was May 2nd, and a grand opening party with music and burgers was held on […]
Cycling Center Celebrates 15 years of Carl Wilson!
There has been a lot of change at the Cycling Center in the past 15 years. The one constant? Long-time mechanic Carl Wilson. On Sunday, May 27, Carl — who […]
Meet Matt Aranez, our new Volunteer and Intern Coordinator
Post written by Tyler Pell Matt Aranez comes to the Cycling Center after holding a similar position at Catholic Charities in Utah – a refugee resettlement agency – where he […]
How Volunteers Rocked 2017!
This post comes from Hanna Davis, our recent Volunteer & Events Manager. Wow! What a year for volunteers at the Community Cycling Center! Our volunteer appreciation party recently welcomed nearly […]
Recap of the Lake Monsters’ Robotics eBike STEM Class
In honor of National Robotics Week, here is a shareworthy recap from the Fall 2017 eBike STEM high school class, written by student Karthik Sreedhar. The class was a partnership […]
Buy a Bike, Get 10% Off New Accessories!
Just in time for springtime riding, we are offering 10% off of all new retail accessories with the purchase of a bicycle at our shop! When you buy a new–or […]
Love by Bike: The 2nd Annual St. Velotine’s Day
In an increasingly digital world, St. Velotine’s Day is our emerging tradition celebrating all-analog affection. Next Wednesday, February 14th, the Cycling Center will be using our bike shop as a […]
“Ovarian Psycos” Film Screening This Sunday
For many, the bicycle is more than just a transportation mode—it is a tool for building community power. This Sunday, Hollywood Theatre will screen a film about an LA-based womxn’s […]
Ride with Us: The Worst Day of the Year Ride!
On Sunday, February 11th, regardless of the weather, thousands of fun-loving cyclists will grab their friends, don their costumes, and gather to join the Worst Day of the Year Ride. […]
A Bike Build with AWS Elemental
In fall of 2017, an AWS Elemental team gathered to build bikes for the Cycling Center’s Holiday Bike Drive, an annual event during which more than 400 children receive their […]
It’s the 22nd Annual Holiday Bike Drive Recap!
Here’s the word from Executive Director Kasandra Griffin: “To many, the Holiday Bike Drive looks like the day in which over 400 children get a bike. But for me, the […]
Join Us for Blazers Bike Night!
UPDATE: Ticket sales have been extended through October 6th, thanks to our friends at the Trail Blazers! The Trail Blazers and the Community Cycling Center are pairing up for a […]
Thank You, Cycle Oregon
Cycle Oregon has announced that they have cancelled the 2017 Classic due to wildfires. We can only imagine how difficult the decision was for the Cycle Oregon team and admire […]
Why Gateway Green Matters
If you have been to our bike shop on 17th and NE Alberta St., you may have seen Cole behind the counter. Like many of the Cycling Center’s bike mechanics, […]
The Joy of a New Bicycle: Bikes for Kids 2017
It was a love affair on Saturday, July 22nd. One hundred thirty-two lonely bicycles found their match in the form of overjoyed children anxious for their first ride. There were […]
Meet Kasandra Griffin, Our New Executive Director!
After a thoughtful and deliberative process involving representatives of our board, staff, and partner organizations, we are delighted to welcome our new Executive Director, Kasandra Griffin. In order to get […]
Beca de Bici 2017: Event Recap
On May 20th, Andando en Bicicletas en Cully (ABC), Community Cycling Center, Bikes for Humanity, and The Street Trust came together for Beca de Bici 2017, a bicycle giveaway for […]
Team Tailwind Profile: Phil Wu
Just in time for National Bike Month, we are celebrating Team Tailwind, our growing crew of monthly donors who support the Community Cycling Center’s transformative work. Over the next several […]
Team Tailwind Member Profile: Alison & Jay Graves
Just in time for National Bike Month, we are celebrating Team Tailwind, our growing crew of monthly donors who support the Community Cycling Center’s transformative work. Over the next several […]
Join Team Tailwind!
Happy National Bike Month, everyone! Nothing begs for a bike ride like a sunny May day. We hope your May is already steeped in two-wheeled celebration, with more adventures in […]
Gabby, Andrea, and our STEM Program
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) curriculum can prove that there are multiple ways to learn and express oneself in academic settings. The Community Cycling Center’s emerging STEM Bike Mechanics […]
Trail Blazers 5050 Raffle: Report from the Field
What a season it has been! Thanks to a partnership with the Portland Trail Blazers and a lot of elbow grease and shoe leather from our volunteers, the Community Cycling […]
Bike Camp Is Coming to East Portland! (And We’re Hiring)
What was once a hope has become a reality—the Bike Camp program is growing this summer to include East Portland! We will be partnering with SUN schools, such as Sacramento School, […]
A Big Tent for Our Communities’ Needs
Encouraging access to opportunities for all our communities in a way that ensures a healthy, equitable future for all is a cornerstone of our work here at the Community Cycling Center. We […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Helen McConnell
Volunteers are an integral part of our community. From wrenching on bikes for Holiday Bike Drive to providing photography or graphic design expertise to our events, the Community Cycling Center’s […]
Cully Housing Justice Event Tomorrow
As Mychal Tetteh, former CEO, shared in his testimony for Inclusionary Housing just a few months ago, housing and transportation choice are inextricably linked. In the effort support access to […]
Meet Hanna, Our Volunteer & Events Manager
We are fortunate to have Hanna Davis join our team this month! In order to get to know her better, we asked her a little about herself. Why did you […]
Get Ready for St. Velotine’s Day
Next Tuesday, February 14th, is St. Velotine’s Day! We at the Community Cycling Center couldn’t imagine a better way of celebrating the bike love than offering our bike shop as […]
Volunteers Make a Difference Every Day
Today, the nation celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life and legacy as a Day of Service—committing to building and strengthening our local communities. It’s a time to remember that hope, […]
Save $100 on Your Bike Overhaul
By Steph Routh, Communications & Marketing Manager This January and February, we’ll take $100 off the cost of a standard bike overhaul. It’s a great deal at a good time. […]
Meet Rebecca, our Interim CEO!
With the new year comes exciting changes here at the Community Cycling Center. We are lucky to have Rebecca Channer join us as Interim CEO. In order to get to […]
In Support of Inclusionary Housing
This morning, Portland City Council unanimously approved an inclusionary housing program for the city, in order to provide more affordable housing as market rate housing is developed. Community Cycling Center […]
Holiday Bike Drive 2016 Recap
It’s been two weeks since the Holiday Bike Drive, and the numbers and photos are in! On Sunday, December 4th, 411 kids picked their first bike, received a perfectly fitted […]
Interview with John Guerrero, Bike Mechanics STEM Student
John Guerrero is a student in Bike Mechanics STEM Class at Helensview High School. Students earn 4 credits in one semester of the class, which is taught by Helensview’s physics […]
Bike Camp Registration Opens December 6th
By Jake Schorr Bike camp registration is opening early this year so that you can give the gift of camp this holiday season. Winter is here, but all this rain […]
CEO Mychal Tetteh Announces Transition
What an honor this has been. When I began my work at the Community Cycling Center in 2005, I was hired as a Retail Sales and Outreach Specialist. I earned […]
Fruitcake and Bike Love Walk Into an Ice Cream Store…
You can satiate your sweet tooth and support a cause you love at the same time! For the entire month of December, proceeds of Congressman Earl Blumenauer’s Fruitcake Ice Cream […]
You Are Welcome Here
By Mychal Tetteh You are not alone. We’re here, with and for you. At the Community Cycling Center, we believe that everyone should have the opportunity to experience the joy, […]
The Give!Guide Launches Today!
We are excited to be rolling right along with the 2016 Give!Guide launch today! The Give!Guide works to increase the number of young supporters of local nonprofits and their incredible work […]
Portland Debuts BIKETOWN for All
Portland is excited to debut its BIKETOWN for All program! The program will provide an opportunity for Portlanders living on low incomes to become members of BIKETOWN and pay with cash. It will also […]
Donate Your Bike at Any Area REI This Saturday
By Patrick Loftus, Volunteer Manager Are you ready to say goodbye to that old Bridgestone that never quite fit you? Have your kids outgrown the coaster brakes and moved on […]
We Are a Trail Blazers Community Partner!
How about this for some exciting news, shared just in time for Transportation Night? Yesterday, the Portland Trail Blazers announced the team’s five nonprofit community partners for the next two […]
Bike Maintenance Classes are Back, Starting Thursday!
By Jake Schorr Did you ride hard all summer? Is it time to give your bike some love? Give you and your bike a treat by learning to do repairs […]
Scholarship Summer Camps a Success
By Qingyang Xie Intern “What I like the most is that I get to bike around all the time at camp.” This is the most common answer I heard when […]
Transportation Justice Alliance (Part 2)
By Katie Steele, Advocacy Intern For many Portland residents, even those who bus and bike to work on daily basis, justice in transportation is likely an abstract concept. The most […]
Transportation Justice Alliance (Part 1)
By Katie Steele, Advocacy Intern When jumping into Portland’s transportation advocacy scene, it’s easy to get lost in a sea of faces, acronyms, and agendas. It’s harder still to tease […]
Volunteers needed for Cycle Oregon
By Patrick Loftus, Volunteer & Events Manager The Community Cycling Center, whose mission is to broaden access to bicycling and its benefits, is headed to Cycle Oregon for another year. We […]
The Shoe-Ins take home the trophy at Transportation Trivia
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager A rowdy crowd joined us at Radio Room last night to test their knowledge of the world’s bike share systems at our 8th edition of Transportation Trivia. […]
John Slaughter’s Poem for Gentrification is WEIRD! The Ride
For those of you who attended Gentrification is WEIRD! The Ride, you may remember the powerful poem that John Slaughter shared with us. Well, there is a longer piece of poetry […]
Gentrification is WEIRD! The Ride – Recap and photos
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Over 50 people arrived at the Bike Repair Hub in New Columbia on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. Some people stopped by purely because […]
News Release: “Gentrification Is WEIRD!” The Ride Ties Current Community Crisis to Lost City of Vanport
Bike ride to heal the wounds of gentrification July 13, 2016 – Portland, Ore. – Gentrification is the major talking point of the city today — but for many communities […]
Bike Camp —an insider’s look at Girl Cruisers Camp
By Qingyang Xie, Communications Intern When it’s Bike Camp time in the summer, the mornings at our bike shop become quite busy. Kids flock to the back of our shop, […]
NEW Bikes in Store!
By Qingyang Xie, Communications Intern We’re very excited to announce that for the very first time, the Community Cycling Center is carrying new bikes in our bike shop! We proudly […]
40 spots remaining in Bike Camp
By Melinda Musser, Communications Manager Bike Camp season kicked off last week, but it’s not too late to register your favorite child for a summer full of bike adventures. Take […]
A day in the life at the Bike Repair Hub
By Qingyang Xie, Communications Intern “Tim, can you come over? I can’t unscrew this part! Tim?” Royal, a third-grader, shouted out eagerly to one of our two bike mechanics, Tim […]
New adventure for Lillian
Today is my last day at the Community Cycling Center. I’ve been honored and proud to serve the mission of the Community Cycling Center the past two years, and it’s […]
Support the Bike Repair Hub – Give Today
This summer, we celebrate the 4th anniversary of the Bike Repair Hub by doubling its open hours and debuting a Build-A-Bike program. Check out our new stop-motion video about the […]
Excitement in many languages – Bikes for Kids 2016
By Heidi Beierle, Volunteer Storyteller Excitement filled the Rosewood Initiative during Bikes for Kids with a formidable din that made any spoken language (and there were many) difficult to hear. […]
Coalition wins $3.5 million for Safe Routes to School!
Yesterday, the For Every Kid Coalition, representing 89 coalition partners including the Community Cycling Center and the BTA, won an unprecedented investment in Safe Routes to School: $3.5 million. The […]
Shop Tip: Top tools to own for DIY at-home bike maintenance
By Jackie Mautner, Bicycle Mechanic So you’ve got a tool bag you bring with you for roadside repair, but what about when you’re home on a rainy day and itching […]
News Release: Portland’s BIKETOWN Receives Equity Boost from the Community Cycling Center
Local nonprofit awarded grant to increase accessibility to new bike share system PORTLAND, OR – May 11, 2015 – National bicycle advocacy organization PeopleForBikes announced today the recipients of […]
Download our 2015 Annual Report
Our 2015 Annual Report is available for download. Check out our financials, 2015 programs stats, and our favorite stories from last year. Thank you for your continued support!
“Don’t be a wimp – come get dirty with bikes!”
By Daniel Shor, Community Collaborations Program Intern/BPS Plant I started working for the Community Cycling Center as part of the Portland Bureau of Planning and Sustainability’s (BPS) Climate Action Collaborative […]
Cyclone Bicycle Supply powers more bike builds
By Patrick Loftus, Volunteer and Event Manager For 22 years the Community Cycling Center has helped people of all ages experience the joy of earning their very own bikes. All […]
Islabikes donates 14 bicycles to the Community Cycling Center
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Islabikes—producers of lightweight bikes made specifically for children—gave back to their community by donating 14 bikes to the Community Cycling Center. These bikes […]
Springwater Corridor Safety Issues
As many have heard, concerns regarding the safety along the Springwater Corridor prompted Joe Kurmaskie to put his Camp Creative based out of Sellwood Community Center on hold for the […]
Over 100 spots remaining in Bike Camp
By Jake Schorr, Bike Camp Manager With the weather warming, we’re eyeing our bikes and making plans for the summer. Take a look at our Bike Camp offerings to see […]
Rain or Shine, Chavez Bike Club Rides Strong
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager It was a cloudy Tuesday morning on the second day of spring break. While most students were nestled in their beds, the Cesar […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Rebecca Fisher
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Rebecca joined the Community Cycling Center as a Communications Intern in 2015. Rebecca is a multi-talented volunteer. From writing to photography to speaking […]
Community Cycling Center Wins National Advocacy Award
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Thank you to the Alliance for Biking & Walking and the League of American Bicyclists for celebrating our work to broaden access to […]
Product Review: Brooks Cambium Saddle
By Tim Weeks , Bike Mechanic The following is a great first-hand review of the new Brooks Cambium saddle from our senior mechanic Tim Weeks. But before you run out and try one […]
Donate your vehicle and support Community Cycling Center
By Melinda Musser, Communciations & Marketing Manager We just launched a brand new vehicle donation program with our partner Charity Connections! If you have a car, truck, RV, boat, or […]
AT&T builds over 40 bikes for kids
Patrick Loftus; Volunteer and Event Manager On Tuesday, the Community Cycling Center, with the help of six amazing volunteers, headed out to Skamania Lodge in Stevenson, WA to assemble bikes […]
Science on Wheels at Helensview School
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Ever since Jericho was seven years old, he dreamed of one day owning his own bike shop. After his father purchased a Redline […]
Top 5 things to consider when buying a new or used bike
By Jackie Mautner, Bicycle Mechanic When considering purchasing a new or used bike, the following tips may prove useful in narrowing down your choice and finding the bike that’s perfect […]
Product Review: Fortified Lights
By Tim Weeks, Bicycle Mechanic I was a little skeptical when we first brought the Fortified lights into our bike shop. “Theft-proof lights are just not a thing,” was my […]
Let’s Ride! Bike Camp 2016
By Kelley Goodwin, Assistant Camp Manager If you think kids are the only ones counting down the days until summer, you’re wrong. Teachers do it, too. I know this because […]
Save $100 on Overhaul Special
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Your bike powered through the typical elements familiar to Portlanders: snow, rain, mud, and the dreaded wintry mix. Your ride could probably use some love. […]
NIKE announces BIKETOWN sponsorship
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Finally, bikes we can all share. Bikes that we can deploy anywhere and a platform that can create accessibility for residents facing barriers to […]
We did it!
By Jersey Deutsch, Volunteer & Development Coordinator Today, the winter campaign totals are confirmed and we are blown away by your support. That’s right, we raised over $179,127! In […]
Breaking the Grid: Tech and Transportation in Conversation
By Rebecca Fisher, Communications Intern On a rainy, dark evening last Thursday, around 50 people came to a live podcast event hosted by BikePortland, Community Cycling Center, and Oregon Walks […]
ABC and Cully neighbors test out new wayfinding signage
By Rebecca Fisher, Communications Intern After a push in the Cully community for better navigation aids in the neighborhood, Living Cully entered phase two of new wayfinding signage, including temporary signage […]
ABC’s Marlene speaks at Portland City Council Meeting
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Yesterday, Portland Bureau of Transportation invited Marlene, a dedicated, long-time ABC member, to provide testimony in front of Portland’s City Council to encourage the continued support […]
Our technology wish list
By Melinda Musser, Communications and Marketing Manager There is another way you can support the future of the Community Cycling Center on our quest to broaden access to bicycling and […]
Save 25% with gift packs at Community Cycling Center!
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager This winter, get bike-friendly gifts for the bicycle lovers in your life at the Community Cycling Center. We’re offering three types of gift packs – […]
Lumberyard staff build bikes for kids
By Rebecca Fisher, Communications Intern On November 5th, Lumberyard Bike Park donated $10,000 worth of new bikes to the Community Cycling Center. Some kids were fortunate enough to ride home […]
Photos from the 20th annual Holiday Bike Drive
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager On Sunday, 300 children rode home with new bicycles, helmets, and the newfound knowledge on how to ride safely in their neighborhoods at […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Steven Soto
By Mychal Tetteh, CEO When the Community Cycling Center began partnering with Lam Research Foundation in 2014, Steven Soto was their first employee in line to volunteer. Since getting his […]
News Release: Community Cycling Center celebrates 20th year of Holiday Bike Drive
Over 300 children to receive their first bicycles November 25, 2015 – Portland, Ore. – On Sunday, December 6th, the Community Cycling Center will celebrate 20 years of the Holiday […]
Sponsor a child’s first bike
This December, the Community Cycling Center will celebrate 20 years of the Holiday Bike Drive, our most impactful program that has provided over 10,000 bicycles to children from families with […]
Outdoor Adventures with NAYA
By Rebecca Fisher, Communications Intern Over the last month, the Community Cycling Center teamed up with NAYA to run a three part elective series for students at NAYA. The elective […]
Bicycle Ball – We did it!
By Jersey Deutsch, Volunteer & Development Coordinator There’s nothing like having an excuse to swing dance in fancy clothes while sipping a Manhattan on a Wednesday night. Over 100 of […]
Barbara’s story of earning a bike
By Rebecca Fisher, Communications Intern When someone stole Barbara’s bike, she didn’t know what to do. Biking was her main mode of transportation and she couldn’t afford a new bike. Biking […]
The story behind the Community Cycling Center’s new look
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Today, we are excited to share with you our new logo, website, and video featuring Laquida Landford, a woman who earned a bike and […]
Now launching Women/Trans Bike Maintenance Class!
By Jake Schorr, Program Manager When folks find out where I work, one of the first things they usually say is, “The Community Cycling Center, that place is the coolest!” […]
Why everyone should come out to Volunteer Nights
By Rebecca Fisher, Social Media Intern It’s a 7:00 pm on a Tuesday and NE Alberta Street is quiet, but Community Cycling Center is buzzing with energy. Twenty volunteers have […]
Another Successful Cycle Oregon
By Patrick Loftus; Event Coordinator This September, a team of four staff and 14 volunteers from the Community Cycling Center joined Cycle Oregon for another year. Thanks to the efforts […]
What’s next for ABC and bike parking?
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager This September, one of Andando en Bicicletas en Cully’s (ABC) dreams finally came true. Safe bike storage became a reality at Clara Vista […]
Shop Tip- How to Select A Front Derailleur
By Gwen, Service Supervisor This series of shop tips over the past several months was all about creating a basis for more in-depth knowledge. Whether you’re working on a bike you already […]
Hopworks Community Tap Program
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manger Today is the beginning of September, which means Hopworks is kicking off their killer Community Tap program! They’re sending 1% of all Bike […]
Shop tip: types of shifters
By Gwen Koon, Service Manager This series of shop tips over the past several months was all about creating a basis for more in-depth knowledge. Whether you’re working on a bike you […]
Pack-a-Pannier Sale – 25% off everything inside the bag!
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager During the months of September and October, buy a bag or pannier, fill it with any new parts and accessories, and we will […]
7th Transportation Trivia Ends Strong
By Patrick Loftus, Event Coordinator An enthusiastic group of transportation wonks crowded Radio Room on Wednesday to test their knowledge of transportation, the Tilikum Crossing, and offer up a little […]
Bike Campers Interview TriMet’s Jeff Owen on Tilikum Crossing
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Our Bike Camp Middle Schoolers are very interested in all things Tilikum Crossing, Portland’s newest bridge in 40 years. At more than 1,700 […]
12 new riders at IRCO
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager On Friday, August 7th, twelve people at IRCO rode home on bikes that were generously donated to the Community Cycling Center and lovingly […]
Volunteer spotlight: Kathryn Sofich
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Kathryn Sofich joined our all-volunteer board in 2010. Before that, she was introduced to our work through the magic of the Holiday Bike […]
Top three fun and delicious ways to support us this summer!
By Lillian Karabaic, Development Manager We love local businesses at the Community Cycling Center, and in August and September, three great local businesses are loving us back. And it’s going […]
Spokeswomen: Celebrating and improving safe bicycling and walking in Cully
By Heidi Beierle, Volunteer Storyteller Sunday Parkways, July 27th, in Khunamokwst Park. The place teemed with people from young to old in all shapes and sizes. Andando en Bicicletas en Cully […]
A look back at Cycle Oregon Weekend
By Kelley Goodwin, Assistant Bike Camp Manager When I signed on as assistant camp manager, I was excited to find out that I would be in charge of running Cycle […]
Community Cycling Center launches pilot High School Program
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Earlier this year, the Community Cycling Center launched a pilot program with students from Rosemary Anderson High School (RAHS). RAHS is a community-based […]
Shop tip: overview of derailleurs
In our previous ship tip, Gwen wrote about cables, housing and accessories. In this tip, she will provide an overview of front and rear derailleurs. Introduction This shop tip is all about […]
Retail Happy Hour every Wednesday!
Retail Happy Hour on Alberta Street kicks off this Wednesday, June 24th, from 3-6 p.m. at nearly 40 Alberta Street retail businesses. Retail Happy Hour invites shoppers to visit Alberta […]
Shop tip: cable, housing and accessories
By Gwen Koon, Service Supervisor Last month, Gwen wrote about the exciting world of brakes and levers. In this shop tip, she will review cable, housing, and accessories as a complement to […]
News Release: The Missing Link Wins 2nd Annual Bike Mechanic Challenge
Event raises over $9,000 for the non-profit Community Cycling Center June 16, 2015 – Portland, Ore. – The Missing Link bike shop mechanics James Emond and Matt Glynn emerged victorious as […]
The Missing Link wins 2nd annual Bike Mechanic Challenge
By Lillian Karabaic, Development Manager Missing Link Bike Shop mechanics James Emond and Matt Glynn emerged victorious as the winners of the 2nd Annual Bike Mechanic Challenge last Saturday at Velo […]
Product Review: Po Campo Six Corners Handlebar Bag
What’s so cool about Po Campo bags? It’s 3-fold: 1) They are cute and stylish and are a bit less obvious and awkward than, say, a big, yellow waterproof pannier. […]
News Release: 2nd Annual Bike Mechanic Challenge Returns During Pedalpalooza
A benefit for the Community Cycling Center June 5, 2015 – Portland, Ore. – Which bike shop will take home the trophy for having the best bicycle mechanics in the […]
Introducing a new prize at Bike Mechanic Challenge
By Patrick Loftus, Event Coordinator In just two short weeks at the Community Cycling Center’s Bike Mechanic Challenge, Portland’s best bike shops will compete to see who has city’s best […]
News Release: Community Cycling Center Expands Bike Camp Offerings
The nonprofit offers Bike Camps in NE and SE Portland May 28, 2015 – Portland, Ore. – What better way for kids to spend their summers than with new friends […]
Shop tip: types of brakes and levers
By Gwen Koon, Service Supervisor Introduction This next series of shop tips over the next several months will be all about creating a basis for more in-depth knowledge. Whether you’re working on […]
40 spots left in Bike Camp! Give your child a summer adventure
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Bike Camp is just around the corner. For those of you still looking for fun summer adventures for your kids, we still have […]
Spend time with friends and family at Cycle Oregon’s Weekend Ride
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Are you looking for bike events to do this summer? There is no better place to celebrate the joy of bicycling and practice […]
Product Review: Park CM 5.2 Cyclone Chain Scrubber
By David Kurishima, Retail Manager A year ago I would have rolled my eyes at the thought of writing a review about a chain cleaner. For years I always thought […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Cassidy DeMarco
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Cassidy is one of the most talented people I have had the pleasure to work with. He’s currently our graphic design intern, but has also […]
Highlights from ABC and We All Can Ride’s presentation at OATS
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Translations of ABC Member quotes by Lale Santelices, Collaborations Manager Members of Andando en Bicicletas en Cully (ABC) and We All Can Ride […]
Shop tip: replacing your chain
By Gwen Koon, Service Supervisor There are many reasons that you might need to replace the chain on your bicycle. Chains wear out over time, get damaged in accidents, or may […]
ABC identifies barriers to accessing Cully’s newest park
Quotes and translations provided by William Francis and Lale Santelices On Saturday, March 14th, members of Andando en Bicicletas en Cully (ABC) joined Verde for a bike ride to identify […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Keil Mueller
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager In this month’s volunteer spotlight, we celebrate Keil Mueller, one of our amazing board members. All of our board members generously volunteer their […]
Transportation Trivia: BIG TRAINS edition a huge success
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Our Transportation Trivia Night: BIG TRAINS EDITION fundraiser was incredibly successful. Together, we raised a grand total of $3,546 to support our work […]
Our programs will continue, despite loss of grant funding
Dear Friends of the Community Cycling Center, As you may have heard, we were not awarded funding for the Metro RTO 2015-2017 grant season. For those of you who do […]
Youth Bike Summit Roundup
The Youth Bike Summit strengthens the national movement of youth on bikes by developing leaders in a weekend of fun, advocacy, training, and workshops. For the first time ever, […]
It’s about transferring knowledge to your kids!
By Lale Santelices, Collaborations Manager Members of the Cully community and the new Líderes Verdes (trained volunteer leaders from Verde), who will join ABC this year, received a bike and […]
The Waffle, the Challenge, the Worst Day of the Year Ride
By Heidi Beierle, Volunteer Storyteller On Sunday, February 8th, nearly 3,000 riders – from wee to crinkly – celebrated the statistically worst weather day of the year by getting together […]
783 reasons why we love our volunteers
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager The Community Cycling Center had a very successful 2014, but we could not have done it without the support of our volunteers. Last […]
Avenues to Advocacy Volunteer Nights
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager We are on the verge of creating an online resource that will amplify and simplify community organizing around active transportation. Our advocacy volunteers […]
In memory of Jim O’Horo
By Randi Orth, Former Volunteer & Outreach Manager at the Community Cycling Center For those who don’t know, Jim O’Horo holds the title of longest running volunteer with Community Cycling […]
3 Things you need to know about Cycling for Change
By Kelly Hansen, Program Director Jorge, an 11 year old who frequents the Bike Skills Park at New Columbia, wanted to learn to do a wheelie. He asked me for […]
What’s new at Bike Camp 2015
By Jake Schorr, Bike Camp Manager Can you count to 145 on your tingling, frost-numbed fingers? Because that’s how many days we have until Bike Camp begins! As the season […]
We Did It!
By Lillian Karabaic, Development Coordinator We are wrapping up the most successful Winter Campaign we have ever had at the Community Cycling Center, having raised more than $204,413 of our […]
Join us at the Worst Day of the Year Ride
Join us on Sunday, February 8th, for the Worst Day of the Year Ride! If you registered for last year’s ride (during the Snowpocalypse!), you are good to go for […]
Overhaul Special returns – $100 off this winter
Over the next month, your bike will see the typical elements familiar to Portlanders: rain, mud, and the dreaded wintry mix. Your ride could probably use some love. We […]
What we learned at the first annual Jeffersonian Dinner
By Brianna Harris, Campaign Specialist On Wednesday, community members gathered at the Village Ballroom to help build the future of the Community Cycling Center through an evening of idea sharing, […]
Lessons in leverage – fathers & daughters building community with bikes
By Heidi Beierle, Volunteer Storyteller Paul is a Community Cycling Center donor and regular volunteer. I spoke with him and his daughter, Nora, during a recent Tuesday night volunteer drop-in […]
Livestream our Jeffersonian Dinner!
We will be livestreaming our Jeffersonian dinner tonight. Stay tuned.
Here are Portland’s 300 new riders after Holiday Bike Drive (PHOTOS)
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Since the Holiday Bike Drive’s inception in 1995, the Community Cycling Center has provided over 10,000 bicycles to children from underserved communities. On […]
5 hand-crafted balance bikes up for bids – Balance Bike Build-off Auction
By Brianna Harris, Campaign Specialist Every year hundreds of faces light up with joy at the Holiday Bike Drive. Kids smile, laugh, and some of them earn their very first bike. […]
Eat fruitcake ice cream and support our Holiday Bike Drive
For the past 25 years, Congressman Earl Blumenauer developed a tradition of baking and delivering hundreds of fruitcakes to family, friends, and colleagues. When he dropped off a cake at […]
Photos and recap of The Bicycle Ball
By Lillian Karabaic, Development Coordinator What a night! Community Cycling Center’s 20th Anniversary Bicycle Ball was well-attended with 95 guests. The evening was filled with an air of celebration as […]
Hacking for a better transportation future!
By Allison Giffin, Winter Campaign Specialist and Lillian Karabaic, Development Coordinator Last Saturday, 25 citizens generously forwent the sunny weekend weather for the greater good of transportation advocacy to attend […]
Shop Tip: Selecting and adjusting saddles
By Gwen Koon, Service Supervisor PART 1: SELECTION Choosing a saddle that is the correct shape for your body is an important part of making sure that you’ll be comfortable […]
Dia de los Muertos Ride: A Tour de Tot
By Abby Kraai, Volunteer Storyteller If there were a Tour de France for tiny tots, last Sunday’s Dia de Los Muertos ride would have been it. Kids of all sizes […]
News release: Introducing The Bicycle Ball, Celebrating 20 years of the Community Cycling Center
Live music, 1920s-inspired cocktails, and more November 10, 2014 – Portland, Ore. – This November, get ready for the bicycle event of the season. The Bicycle Ball is a fundraiser […]
Product Review: Cygolite Metro 550
By David Kurushima, Retail Manager There are many things you can learn about the nature and habits of Portland cyclists simply by looking at what they are buying throughout the […]
Avenues to Advocacy – join our hackathon!
By Allison Giffin, Campaign Specialist We all have ideas about how to improve the safety of our neighborhood streets, our commutes, and our kids’ journeys to school, but how do […]
Blown away by Cycle Oregon 2014!
By Randi Orth, Volunteer & Outreach Manager During the second week of September, five Community Cycling Center staff members, 15 volunteers, and our brightly designed box truck headed east to […]
Winter Riding Shop-Tip Medley
By Forrest Scott, Service Supervisor Hello Everyone! The first day of fall is just about a week away! Last Thursday’s blustery weather reminded me that it’s time to adjust my […]
Volunteer Spotlight – Amy Meyer
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Amy Meyer, our fabulous graphic design volunteer, came to us via a recommendation from a PNCA professor. I have had the pleasure of […]
A look back at Take Back the Streets – and what’s next
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager “I was overwhelmed by the amount of people that showed up to ride and the support we got from the community as we […]
Serotta ‘CPI’ track bike frame – Autographed by Ben Serotta
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Sometimes we truly receive some unique gems donated to our bike shop. Right now, we have a super sweet, custom-built Serotta ‘CPI’ track […]
Oregon Walks all over Rumble Strips
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager A fifth and highly competitive round of Transportation Trivia Night convened at Radio Room this past Wednesday evening. Team Rumble Strips arrived, trophy […]
News Release: Take Back the Streets Anti-Violence Movement Rolls Forward
Bike ride and event will address recent shootings August 6, 2014 – Portland, Ore. – In response to the recent shootings in Portland, community activists Jason Washington, of Brothers Gaining […]
Bikes for Kids in East County
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager What a weekend! For the first time ever, the Community Cycling Center offered a Bikes for Kids event in East Multnomah County, an […]
Meet our new COO, Ernest Stephens
Ernest joined the Community Cycling Center team this week as our new Chief Operating Officer. As COO, Ernest focuses on continual improvement of the Cycling Center, creating a foundation for […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Melissa Kaganovich
By Randi Orth, Volunteer & Outreach Manager Melissa is a mainstay in the alternative transportation scene; she’s connected, to say the least. For Community Cycling Center, Melissa represents creative volunteerism […]
News Release: Community Cycling Center Brings Bikes for Kids Event to East Multnomah County
100 Children to Receive Bicycles at New Boys and Girls Club July 22, 2014 – Portland, Ore. – This summer, 100 children from underserved communities will receive bicycles, helmets, safety […]
Product review: Jandd Frame Pac
By David Kurushima, Retail Manager Do your summer plans include a day ride on your road bike or shredding some trails on your mountain bike? How about a fully-loaded tour […]
Voodoo launches the bike doughnut in honor of the Community Cycling Center!
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager This July, Voodoo Doughnut is celebrating the Community Cycling Center’s 20th anniversary with the introduction of the bike doughnut! From now until August […]
A thank you to our supporters from Mychal
Dear Friends, Celebrating the Community Cycling Center’s 20th anniversary is a humbling experience. When we started the campaign at the beginning of June, we never thought it would be as […]
#TBT: Brian Lacy on the Yellow Bike Program
Recently, Lost Oregon dug up some fun video archives about the Yellow Bike Program. We sat down with Brian Lacy, our founder, to chat about the Community Cycling Center’s […]
Ben Duncan (of OPAL) on earning a bike through the Community Cycling Center
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Last week, we sat down to chat with Ben Duncan, founding board member of OPAL and the Chief Diversity and Equity Officer at […]
Shop tip: The exciting world of disc brake maintenance
By Forrest Scott, Mechanic This month’s shop tip covers pad replacement and adjustment for mechanical disc brakes. Since the Avid BB7 model is increasingly common as stock equipment for commuting […]
It’s the first week of Bike Camp! Here’s what the kids have to say…
It’s the first week of Bike Camp, that time of year where kids of all ages take over the streets of Portland, armed with popsicles, wrenches, new friends, and […]
Bike Gallery Wins 2014 Bike Mechanic Challenge
By Mike Conway, Development Manager What started out as a mellow evening quickly became a night filled with pandemonium. The Bike Mechanic Challenge was in full force Saturday night at […]
News Release: Bike Gallery Wins 2014 Bike Mechanic Challenge
Event raises over $11,000 for the Community Cycling Center June 16, 2014 – Portland, Ore. – Two mechanics from Bike Gallery—Brian Link and Sterling Hill—took home the trophy at the […]
News release: Community Cycling Center Celebrates 20 Years
June 5, 2014 – Portland, Ore. – The Community Cycling Center, Portland’s first nonprofit bike shop, is celebrating its 20thanniversary this June. This week, the Center launched its anniversary campaign video, featuring […]
Community Cycling Center celebrates 20 years!
Twenty years ago, the Community Cycling Center became a nonprofit organization dedicated to broadening access to bicycling and its benefits. To celebrate this special anniversary, we want to share this […]
Not too late to sign your kid up for Bike Camp adventures!
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager It’s not too late to sign your child up for a summer full of adventures on two wheels. We still have openings in […]
Spring Bike Club graduates are out in the world! Meet Alex and Fatuma, new grads!
By Ari Kemis, Volunteer Storyteller School is almost out—and so is Bike Club! Middle school students who joined our after-school, bike safety program in the Portland area are nearly finished […]
News release: Mechanics gear up for Bike Mechanic Challenge
Mechanics Gear Up for Bike Mechanic Challenge A benefit for the Community Cycling Center May 21, 2014 – Portland, Ore. – Which bike shop has the best bicycle mechanics in […]
Shop tip: fun rides in Portland
By Patrick Loftus, Service Manager For what will be my final shop tip, we’re going to step outside the bike shop and talk about sweet places to ride in Portland. […]
Introducing…the Bike Mechanic Challenge
By Mike Conway, Development Manager Which bike shop has the best bicycle mechanics in the city? Find out at the Bike Mechanic Challenge, a benefit for the Community Cycling Center. […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Laura Klement
By Randi Orth, Volunteer & Outreach Manager Where Laura finds the time to do so much, no one will ever know! She seems to be everywhere at once: helping our […]
Anne’s next adventure
Our amazing Chief Operating Officer, Anne Lee, will be transitioning out of her role to pursue a new adventure. After five years at the Community Cycling Center, she made an […]
Support local and receive a Community Cycling Center water bottle or bell
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager For the month of May, our bike shop is highlighting locally-owned companies! Check out our new selection of backpacks and messenger bags from […]
Bike Club > The Price is Right
By Zoe Piliafas, Director of Programming The halls of Cesar Chavez School were not filled with the typical noises coming from the 400+ student body. Today was a teacher work day. […]
Product review: Skadokeys!
By David Kurushima, Retail Manager Here at our shop, some of our most cherished bike parts are the cheap accessories that get salvaged from inexpensive kids’ bikes. Why? Because kids […]
ABC works to remove major barrier to bicycling
By Lale Santelices, Program Coordinator The ABC group has been active in the Hacienda Community for over 3 years. Through a photo voice project and a bike census, they identified […]
How a bike saves Maria money and helps her connect with her community
By Heidi Beierle, Volunteer Storyteller Maria earned her bike on Valentine’s Day earlier this year during a Create a Commuter workshop. In the opening circle of that February workshop, Maria […]
Community service day gives Bike Skills Park fresh look for spring
By Lisa Ratzlaff, Volunteer Storyteller Close to 25 volunteers gathered on March 15th in New Columbia to spruce up the Bike Skills Park. Volunteers and staff from We All Can […]
Wine, Fred Meyer, Western Bikeworks, and Amazon
By Mike Conway, Development Manager The Community Cycling Center likes to do things a little differently. We’ve been out and about developing some new partnerships with the hope of offering […]
Shop Tip: emergency roadside repairs
By Patrick Loftus, Service Manager A while back we covered what tools are good to carry with you on your commute. This month we’ll talk about some tips and tricks […]
Transportation Trivia takes over City Hall!
By Mike Conway, Development Manager The fourth installment of Community Cycling Center’s Transportation Trivia invaded City Hall. This time, we moved our event to the political epicenter of our beautiful […]
Reflections from The National Bike Summit
By Mychal Tetteh, CEO The 2014 National Bike Summit held in Washington DC was a chance to join forces with bike advocates from all over the country. It was a […]
Who makes up “car-free” households?
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager New Republic reports what we’ve been hearing for a while now, millennials (those born after 1981) are increasingly abandoning cars for bikes, public […]
Community Cycling Center Launches Bike Camps at Sellwood Cycle Repair
The nonprofit will now offer day camps in NE and SE Portland March 11, 2014 – Portland, Ore. – This summer, the Community Cycling Center will expand their Bike Camp […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Ralph Cohen
By Randi Orth, Volunteer & Outreach Manager I first met Ralph at our weekly Tuesday Drop-In Nights. He initially stood out to me for two reasons: Ralph arrived by motorcycle […]
News Release: Transportation Trivia Night Goes Big
Fourth installment of trivia event will move to City Hall in March March 4, 2014 – Portland, Ore. – The Community Cycling Center is collecting the wonkiest of trivia questions […]
An update on Avenues to Advocacy
By Mychal Tetteh, CEO It’s amazing what happens when we ask: why not? When I shared the challenges that active transportation advocates face, it was surprising how common the obstacles […]
ABC and Verde identify barriers to accessing Cully Park
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Last Tuesday, members of Andando en Bicicletas en Cully (ABC), a resident-led bike committee at Hacienda CDC, welcomed new members with a party. […]
Create a Commuter conversation hearts
By Heidi Beierle, Volunteer Storyteller On Valentine’s Day, five women and five men from Central City Concern earned new commuter bikes equipped with everything they need to ride safely […]
Transportation Trivia Night is back – and it’s Bigger. Than. Ever.
By: Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator It is my favorite time of year. We’re collecting the wonkiest of questions to put a group of transportation nerds to the test at our […]
Retail Product Reviews: WTB Saddles
By David Kurushima, Retail Manager At the Community Cycling Center, we are all about removing barriers to bicycling—whether it be providing access to affordable bikes and cycling education, or working […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Heidi Beierle
By Randi Orth, Volunteer & Outreach Manager Heidi’s volunteer work at Community Cycling Center is very specific, though her support of our mission runs deep. While you won’t see […]
The tamales are on us, volunteers. You deserve it!
By Randi Orth, Volunteer & Outreach Manager While math is not my strong point, I feel really confident in the following equation: (High fives and smiles) x Tamales + Gold-painted […]
Refurbishment special returns – $100 OFF!
Over the next month, your bike will see the elements Portland commuters have become accustomed to: rain, mud, and the dreaded wintry mix. It could probably use some love. We […]
Meet our newest board members
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager We are so excited to add six new board members to an already talented and dedicated team. Meet our newest members below. […]
We All Can Fix It
By Cheryl Matushak, Volunteer Storyteller The cold weather may have driven many people inside, but the members of We All Can Ride used it as a chance to learn the […]
Shop tip: tire inflation, valve types, and picking the right tube
By Patrick Loftus, Service Manager This seems like a simple subject, but it’s one of the more common questions we get in our bike shop and it’s surprisingly complicated. Today’s […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Nick Conti
By Randi Orth, Volunteer & Outreach Manager I’m a pretty big fan of Nick. As a Tuesday Drop-In Night regular (and a perennial enthusiast of friendly debate on a wide […]
3 reasons why Bike Camp 2014 is wheelie special
By Kelly Hansen, Program Manager Our Alberta Street neighbors have heard them cheering, east-siders have seen them exploring their streets, and Portlanders everywhere talk about them: the Community Cycling Centers’ […]
A thank you letter from Mychal Tetteh
Dear Friends, Thank you for supporting us during our winter campaign. Together we raised $121,057. Everywhere we looked, we found people willing to contribute to our work. You heard from […]
Ride with us at the Worst Day of the Year Ride – February 9th
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager The 13th Annual Worst Day of the Year Ride is back! Registration begins NOW. Sign up at our bike shop located at 1700 […]
Create a Commuter at Hacienda’s Salon Comunal
By Lori Rodriguez, Volunteer A few weekends ago, I had the pleasure of volunteering with the Create a Commuter workshop held at Hacienda’s Salon Comunal, or Community Center, in Northeast […]
The sum of sights and experiences: one volunteer’s perspective of the Holiday Bike Drive
By Heidi Beierle, Volunteer Storyteller I volunteer for the kids, the other volunteers, the love of bicycling, and because being at the Holiday Bike Drive feels right and good. Every […]
18th annual Holiday Bike Drive is a success thanks to our volunteers
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Last Sunday, over 375 children and their families convened at Legacy Emanuel’s beautiful and surprisingly sun-filled atrium to earn bicycles, helmets, and safety […]
Sneak Peek raises $12,880!
By: Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator On Wednesday night, dedicated and enthused volunteers, friends and supporters braved the cold and joined us at the 4th annual Holiday Bike Drive Sneak Peek […]
Harvey Scott’s Bike Club meets Velo Cult and ABC
By Theo Roffe, Bike Club Instructor Harvey Scott’s Bike Club has come to an end and our graduates have earned their bikes. Before they went home, we asked them what […]
News Release: Community Cycling Center celebrates 18th Annual Holiday Bike Drive with a Sneak Peek party
Over 375 children to receive bicycles, helmets, and safety education November 25, 2013– Portland, Ore. – In December, over 375 children from underserved communities will convene at Legacy Emanuel Hospital […]
13 new riders graduate from Rosa Parks Bike Club
By Theo Roffe, Instructor Rosa Parks Bike Club has come to an end and we’re proud to announce 13 graduates! Each graduate received a certificate, lights (it gets dark early […]
The power of pi: Portland Wheelmen Touring Club, readying bikes for the Holiday Bike Drive
By Heidi Beierle, Volunteer Storyteller For 14 years, approximately 30 volunteers each year from Portland Wheelmen Touring Club have devoted three Fridays in November to repair and clean bikes for […]
Avenues to Advocacy – lessons learned from my first 50 days
By Mychal Tetteh, CEO In my first 50 days as the CEO of the Community Cycling Center, I’ve met all types of passionate and dedicated people in our active transportation […]
Join us at the 4th annual Holiday Bike Drive Sneak Peek fundraiser!
By Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator It’s a special time of year at the Community Cycling Center, with Holiday Bike Drive right around the corner. At this annual event, 375 kids […]
Don’t miss our big HOLIDAY SALE at the bike shop – Save 25%
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager This winter, get bike-friendly gifts for the bike lovers in your life at our bike shop and save big. From November 15th until […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Janelle Bickford
By Randi Orth, Volunteer & Outreach Manager Janelle has volunteered with the Community Cycling Center for years. Over the course of this past year, she managed to find herself in […]
Q&A: Bike Works share their thoughts on broadening access to bikes in Seattle
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager If you are looking for an organization that closely resembles our model, look no further. Bike Works, an organization in Seattle, has an […]
The 10th annual Give!Guide kicks off today!
By Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator Today marks the start of the Willamette Week’s 10th annual Give!Guide and we are honored to be a part of it for the 6th year […]
Support new riders during our winter campaign! November 1st-December 31st
By Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator “The bicycle has changed my life in regards to my health. It helps me when I go grocery shopping and when I drop my daughter […]
Shop tip: oil, grease, and solvents, what to use where
By Patrick Loftus, Service Manager The most common question we get in the shop is, “What do I use to oil my chain?” This month’s shop tip covers different oils, […]
Meet Ayzha from Rosa Parks Elementary School’s Bike Club
This month, we’re excited to feature a Bike Club participant from Rosa Parks Elementary School. Rosa Parks is a new partnership for the Community Cycling Center, and we could not […]
Meet Lale!
Lale Santelices is by far our cheeriest staff member. Over the years she has done a little bit of absolutely everything. She recently signed on as a permanent employee, and […]
How neighbors help sustain bike ridership
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager “I especially enjoyed meeting Neda. She’s from Iraq,” remarked Doug, a We All Can Ride member. “I think it’s marvelous that we can […]
Reviews of the PDW Spaceship™ 3 and Cosmic Dreadnought
Review #1 of the Spaceship™ 3 By Gwen Koon, Service Mechanic I picked up PDW’s Spaceship™ 3 a couple of months ago, an emotional separation from my old CatEye Opti-Cube […]
Volunteer spotlight: Patti Thompson
By Randi Orth, Volunteer & Outreach Manager Do you know Patti? We think you should! She has volunteered with us for over a decade, though this past year and a […]
Our newest social venture
By Jonnie Ling, Director of Operations “What’s your favorite program at the Community Cycling Center?” I’m often asked in interviews and conversations alike. Our community collaborations with New Columbia and […]
Pack-a-Pannier – 25% off extended through October
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist We have decided to extend the popular Pack-a-Pannier promotion through the end of October. This means another month of big savings. If this is […]
Want to win a bike?
Giant Bicycles and Cross Crusade are partnering to support the Community Cycling Center at the 2013 River City Bicycles Cross Crusade with a raffle. Raffle tickets will be sold at […]
Bike Club is back! Meet Nur, a former Bike Club participant
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager This fall, Bike Club is back. This after-school, bike safety education and earn-a-bike program for 9-12 year olds will return to Harvey Scott […]
Get to know our new CEO, Mychal Tetteh
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Mychal Tetteh showed up to work on Monday morning ready for his new role as our Chief Executive Officer. We sat down with […]
Ride along with Linda on her commute
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager This September, we are celebrating the BTA’s Bike Commute Challenge month by riding along with one of our favorite commuters. Linda Dougherty lives […]
Product Review: Iris Water Bottle Cages
By David Kurushima, Retail Manager This month, rather than promoting the outstanding merits of a singular product manufactured by a particular company, I would rather recommend to you a type […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Jimmy Villafranca
By Randi Orth, Volunteer and Outreach Manager It is my very great pleasure to introduce you to our September Volunteer Spotlight: Jimmy! Jimmy consistently brings a community-minded, gentle blend of […]
Was that the best Transportation Trivia Night yet?
By Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator Transportation Trivia Night is becoming a well-loved tradition around here. It always seems impossible to top the previous event, but last night may take the […]
Pack a pannier and save 25%
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist During the month of September, buy a bag or pannier, fill your new bag with any new parts and accessories, and we will give […]
New Bike Skills Park brings neighbors together
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager The Bike Skills Park at New Columbia is now a popular gathering spot for families, friends, and neighbors, bringing more people and attention […]
Overnight Bike Camp Adventures at Stub Stewart State Park
By Bonnie Harvey, Bike Camp Instructor The week started like all other Bike Camps: practicing rules of the road, turn signals, and mapping day trips around Portland. This was only […]
News Release: Community Cycling Center Announces Mychal Tetteh as New CEO
August 23, 2013 – Portland, Ore. – Today the Community Cycling Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to broadening access to bicycling and its benefits, announced the selection of Mychal Tetteh […]
News release: Transportation Trivia Night – Third Time’s a Charm
Radio Room to host benefit for the Community Cycling Center August 19, 2013 – Portland, Ore. – Have you measured the miles of sidewalks, bike lanes, and streetcar tracks in […]
Shop tip: carrying stuff on your bike
Patrick Loftus; Service Manager Figuring out how to comfortably and safely carry stuff on your bike can greatly improve your riding experience. In this shop tip we’ll look at the […]
Our programs and admin team’s favorite places to ride
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist RANDI. Volunteer and Outreach Manager. Randi will ride anywhere as long as she is with a group of people on bikes. She’ll even climb […]
News release: Community Cycling Center’s Rummage Sale – Sunday, August 25th
Community Cycling Center’s Rummage Sale – Sunday, August 25th Sale features great deals on over 100 hand tools, repair stands, and more August 5, 2013 – Portland, Ore. – The […]
12-year-old Claire shares her thoughts on our new Food Cart Freewheelers camp
By Claire Lyons, Bike Camp participant Hey fellow Bike Campers! My name is Claire Lyons. I’m 12 years old, going into the 7th grade and just recently attended the Food […]
Our Mechanics’ favorite places to ride in Portland
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist EVAN. Holiday Bike Drive Production Coordinator/Service Coordinator/Mechanic. Evan, a jokester, says he’s lived here too long to ride his bike. Truthfully, he prefers to […]
Transportation Trivia Night: Third time’s a charm
By: Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator Are you ready for the third installment of Transportation Trivia Night? Have you measured the miles of sidewalks, bike lanes, and streetcar tracks in the […]
Stories from Mechanics Camp – the instructors tell all (Part 2 of 2)
Theo and Andrea, two Bike Camp Instructors, share with us their experience of teaching Mechanics Camp, a brand new camp we are offering for the first time this year. Part […]
Stories from Mechanics Camp – the instructors tell all (Part 1 of 2)
Theo and Andrea, two Bike Camp Instructors, share with us their experience of teaching Mechanics Camp, a brand new camp we are offering for the first time this year. Part […]
Meet the newest member of our team – Mike Conway
Hello everyone, I am Mike Conway, the new Development Manager for the Community Cycling Center. I am honored to join the passionate team at the Community Cycling Center to further […]
New Columbia celebrates grand opening of new Bike Skills Park
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Residents of New Columbia and staff from the Community Cycling Center and Home Forward celebrated the grand opening of the new Bike Skills […]
Marineusa on earning her bike, “Black Beauty”
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist Marinuesa earned a bike at a Create a Commuter workshop in February and wasted no time making it her own. She named her KHS […]
News Release: New Columbia Celebrates Grand Opening of New Bike Skills Park
New Columbia Celebrates Grand Opening of New Bike Skills Park Project made possible by a $15,500 grant from PDC July 22, 2013 – Portland, Ore. – Residents of New Columbia […]
Wet, Wild Time at Cycle Oregon Weekend Ride 2013
By Mike Conway, Development Manager Steinbeck once wrote, “You don’t take a trip; a trip takes you.” So appropriate is this quote for my first foray into the world of […]
Product Review: Topeak Morph Pumps
By David Kurushima, Retail Manager It’s prime touring season, the perfect time to head out on two wheels for a long trip. Whether you are making a day-trip to the […]
Breaking ground on New Columbia’s Bike Skills Park
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager This week, we’re putting the finishing touches on New Columbia’s Bike Skills Park, located adjacent to the Bike Repair Hub on the corner […]
Mount Doom, Columbia Park, derailleurs – oh my! Bike Camp is here
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Our summer Bike Camps launched last week with 48 campers convening at our bike shop at 9am on Monday morning. On Friday, we […]
5 bike safety tips for parents and kids
By Kelly Hansen, Community Cycling Center Program Manager As the sun comes out and more people of all ages hit the road on their bikes, the Community Cycling Center presents […]
Hacienda and New Columbia residents to lead summer bike rides
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager This spring, bike committee members from Hacienda CDC and New Columbia spent six weeks immersed in a comprehensive ride leader training course taught […]
Shop tip: helmets – style and fit
Patrick Loftus; Service Manager This month’s shop tip will cover different styles of helmets, how to properly fit your helmet, and accessories that go well with helmets. General notes on […]
Reaching new heights this spring – $22,287 raised in one month!
By Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator On Friday, May 31st, a group of 178 supporters, volunteers, and new friends joined us at our new workshop space, filled with bikes, beer, and […]
Local bag bonanza – buy a bag and receive a stainless coffee mug
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist We have stuffed our bike shop to the gills with locally made bags in preparation for your summer bike adventures! During the month […]
News Release: The Community Cycling Center Celebrates New Workshop Space with a Spring Fundraising Party
Celebration includes Russell Street Bar-B-Que, Hopworks, Metrofiets, a bike museum, and more May 20, 2013 – Portland, Ore. – The Community Cycling Center is celebrating their new workshop space with […]
Reviews of the PDW Radbot™ 1000
By Gwen Koon, Service Mechanic The Radbot™ 1000 has absolutely knocked my socks off for one simple reason: in the two months I’ve had it, the Radbot has yet to spontaneously turn […]
In his own words: Dan on earning a bike
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist On December 12, 2010, Dan earned a bicycle through a Create a Commuter workshop at Central City Concern. Since then he started working at […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Maggie Russell
By Randi Orth, Volunteer & Outreach Manager Maggie is a delight to work with both inside our shop, during community events and in our earn-a-bike workshops. She is a smart, […]
Come see what’s inside…at our spring fundraising event!
By: Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator This May, we’re celebrating two very important things: our spring fundraising campaign and our new workshop space. What better way to celebrate both than […]
Bicycles are a tool for empowerment in the classroom
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist Jon Erickson is doing something incredible with bicycles. As a middle school teacher at Metro Montessori, he is using bikes to teach math and […]
From an empty lot, to an active space – New Columbia’s Bike Repair Hub
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist I arrived at the Bike Repair Hub in New Columbia on Saturday, April 6th, not knowing what to expect. I hadn’t been to the […]
Bike local, shop local, support local
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist For the month of May, our bike shop is highlighting locally owned cycling sundry companies and locally made bicycle products! Check out our new […]
Our spring fundraising campaign kicks off May 1st!
By Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator This spring, we’re going big. On May 1st, we’re kicking off our spring fundraising campaign – with the goal to raise $20,000 in one ambitious […]
Breesa’s getting a new commute
We are bummed, but mainly very proud, to announce that after five amazing years, our firecracker Development Manager, Breesa, is leaving the Community Cycling Center. Early next month, she’ll return […]
Shop tip: locking your bike
By Patrick Loftus, Service Manager Properly locking your bike is the best way to keep it for a long time. Quality bike locks can be expensive, but they last for […]
In his own words: Juan on earning a Create a Commuter bike
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist On December 12, 2010, Juan earned a bicycle through a Create a Commuter workshop at Central City Concern. Two and a half years later, […]
Why you should play with adult Legos and build your own bike
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist You don’t need to know how to build a bike to build a bike. If you want to learn, Gram Shipley, our Used Inventory […]
The Metro Grant – what this means for our community partnerships
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager On April 10th, great news arrived at the Community Cycling Center – we received a Metro Regional Transportation Options Grant! This funding gives […]
A conversation about racism
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager “White folks don’t see racism because they don’t have to. They have the luxury of being oblivious to other peoples’ reality,” said Tim […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Marbry Walker
By Randi Orth, Volunteer and Outreach Manager Marbry makes us look good. Literally. For over five years, she’s supported us by lending her design expertise to our fundraising and communications […]
Food carts, long distance riding, and refurbishing bikes – check out our new fun camps for teens!
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist What is your teen up to this summer? We’d love to have them join us this year at Bike Camp, where we have a […]
Youth tell us what’s up at the 2013 Youth Bike Summit
By Kelly Hansen, Program Manager A hip hop symphony. A Colombian politician. The Community Cycling Center’s program manager. This is no dream – this is the 2013 Youth Bike Summit. […]
Build a bike and save 20%!
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist We have a lot of great bikes for sale. We have refurbished bikes that are all fixed up and ready to go. We have […]
Product review: BLAQ Reflective Sticker Kit
By David Kurushima, Retail Manager As with almost any product review, this one is not for every rider and certainly not every bike, but hear me out—reflective stickers, locally made […]
Transportation Trivia Night: Round 2
By Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator Our second Transportation Trivia Night fundraiser was tougher, rowdier and more successful than we could have imagined. For those of you who haven’t been to […]
Mobility, safety, and comfort: how one man’s life changed in an instant after earning a bike
By Lale Santelices, Create a Commuter Instructor In February, Rafael participated in our Create a Commuter program in partnership with Easter Seals, a nonprofit organization that provides services, education, outreach, […]
News release: Community Cycling Center to host second Transportation Trivia Night at Radio Room
News Release For Immediate Release Community Cycling Center to host second Transportation Trivia Night at Radio Room Transportation Trivia Night is a benefit for the Community Cycling Center, […]
Keeping kids safe: protecting the eggheads
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager “Last year, a car hit my grandson as he rode his bike,” Rosie explained. Rosie’s 8-year old grandson wore a helmet and escaped […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Melissa Sweet
By Randi Orth, Volunteer & Outreach Manager Melissa made a big splash when they joined our Volunteer Program. With a knack for creating inclusive and inviting learning spaces, and an […]
Flossing the cogs, limit screws, and drive trains, oh my!
An inside look at the Basic Bike Maintenance class By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Before joining the Community Cycling Center, my bike maintenance skills were limited. I knew […]
Update on Executive Director position
Our Executive Director, Alison Graves, will be leaving the Community Cycling Center. Her last day is Thursday, March 14th. The Board of Directors is focused on establishing a robust recruitment […]
We’re relocating
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager For those that do not know, the Community Cycling Center actually has two locations – our retail bike shop on Alberta Street, and […]
Shop tips: Rim brake pads
By Patrick Loftus, Service Manager If you’ve been riding your bike all winter, it might be time to replace your brake pads. With all the water and grit on the […]
Transportation Trivia Night: Start forming alliances
By: Noel Mickelberry Back by popular demand! This isn’t just any trivia night. It’s Transportation Trivia Night – a fundraiser for the Community Cycling Center! Last August we held our […]
Get to know Lourdes Montes from ABC
By Peter Weisberg, Volunteer Storyteller On Friday, January 25th, I interviewed Lourdes Montes, a Community Bike Educator from Hacienda’s Andando en Bicicletas en Cully (ABC). I rode out to […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Charles Edelson
By Randi Orth, Volunteer & Outreach Manager Since his start as a volunteer over a year ago, Charles enhances our weekly volunteer program of wrenching on tiny bikes with his […]
New Columbia residents help design a bike skills park
By Omar Casillas, Community Collaborations Manager On Tuesday, January 29th, New Columbia residents gathered to take part in a design workshop for a new bike skills park in their neighborhood. […]
Celebrations and cheers at the 2013 Volunteer Appreciation Night
By Randi Orth, Volunteer and Outreach Manager Our volunteers know how to have a good time and Volunteer Appreciation Night on January 29th was no exception. The shop was abuzz […]
Alison’s next big adventure
Dear Friends, Today I am writing to announce that after seven incredible years as a Community Cycling Center staff member — three years as Executive Director — I am embarking […]
The Community Cycling Center Board of Directors thanks Executive Director Alison Graves for outstanding years of service and leadership
The search for a new director will commence by March 1 Feb. 1, 2013 – Portland, Ore. – The Community Cycling Center board of directors announces that Executive Director Alison Hill […]
Get to know Yvette from New Columbia’s We All Can Ride
By Omar Casillas, Community Collaborations Manager Yvette Maranowski joined We All Can Ride, New Columbia’s bike committee, in April of 2012. She is a regular volunteer at the Bike Repair […]
Community Cycling Center Launches Two New Bike Camps With New Summertime Adventures for Kids
Registration begins on February 1st January 28, 2013 – Portland, Ore. – This summer, Community Cycling Center’s Bike Camp program returns with two new Bike Camps: the Food Cart Freewheelers […]
5 reasons to look forward to Bike Camp this summer!
By Kelly Hansen, Program Manager Online Registration for Bike Camp opens February 1st! # 1: New camps In the off season we held several focus groups with both campers and […]
Product Review: Mammoth Muffs
By David Kurushima, Retail Manager So if you read our past three product reviews I can only assume that you are now thoroughly enjoying your fully winter-ized bicycle complete with […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Pamela Marks
By Randi Orth, Volunteer & Outreach Manager Pam is a regular on the Tuesday Drop-In scene at our bike shop after volunteering at the Holiday Bike Drive in 2011. Never […]
Donors dig deep during the winter fundraising campaign
By Breesa Culver, Development Manager A hearty thank you to everyone who contributed during our winter fundraising campaign! Thanks to those who rounded up their bills at the bike shop, […]
Join us at the 12th annual Worst Day of the Year Ride
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager It’s time to gather your friends, brainstorm your costume, and most importantly, register, because the 12th annual Worst Day of the Year Ride […]
Save $100 with our winter refurbishment special!
Over the past few months, your bike has seen rain, mud, and the dreaded wintry mix. It could probably use some love. We want to make it easy for you. […]
Ready to ride – ABC leaders earn bikes through Create a Commuter
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist On November 30th we conducted our second Create a Commuter workshop in Spanish at Hacienda CDC. Several committee members from Andando en Bicicletas en […]
Staff Spotlight: Jonnie Ling, Director of Operations
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist I sat down with Jonnie Ling, our Director of Operations, for a little Q&A session. Jonnie began working at the Community Cycling Center in […]
Shop Tips: picking the right pedals
By Patrick Loftus; Service Manager How you contact your bike is crucial to your comfort, safety, and control. The three main contact points are the handlebars, seat, and pedals. This […]
Stories and photos from the 17th annual Holiday Bike Drive
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist On Sunday, December 9th, 440 children lit up the atrium of Legacy Emanuel Hospital with huge smiles. Before choosing their new bikes, they learned […]
Sneak Peek raises $11,114
By Breesa Culver, Development Manager We are so lucky. More than a hundred of our amazing supporters and neighbors came together on Wednesday night for the Holiday Bike Drive Sneak […]
Check out these great Holiday Gift Pack ideas
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist Our Holiday Gift Pack special is a fantastic way to score great deals and great gifts this season. Through the end of December, shop […]
Product Review: Redline Pedals
By David Kurushima, Retail Manager Well it’s fair to say that the care-free days of summer have long passed out of sight from the scope of your helmet mirror. No […]
ABC leads bike safety workshops for kids in Cully
By Omar Casillas, Community Collaborations Manager Abdullahi stood on a chair and raised a helmet high above his head as the other kids counted down. 5…4…3… Even before the group […]
Why Bike Club matters
By Stasia Honnold, Instructor When Richard leaned his bike against his fence and hurried into his house, my co-instructor Joseph and I weren’t sure what to think. But before we […]
Tell us about your first bike and enter to win great prizes!
Our 17th annual Holiday Bike Drive is just around the corner. To celebrate the spirit of this event, share a photo of your first bike and enter to win a […]
Alicia’s Holiday Bike Drive story (VIDEO)
This December, over 400 underserved children will choose their very first bicycles at our 17th annual Holiday Bike Drive. Check out the video below featuring Alicia and Diego Sanchez, who share […]
You’re invited to the Holiday Bike Drive Sneak Peek
The 17th annual Holiday Bike Drive is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than a party at the bike shop? Join us on Wednesday, December 5th, […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Sam Payne
By Randi Orth, Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator Sam is a regular at our Tuesday Drop-In nights, supporting us in many ways like wrenching bikes as a Holiday Bike Drive Certified […]
Ready, set, go! We’re in the Give!Guide
By Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator This fall, the 9th annual Willamette Week Give!Guide will feature 110 local nonprofits in an effort to encourage people under the age of 36 to […]
New commuters hit the streets – Create a Commuter at NAYA
By Joseph Rosevear, Instructor Think about the last time you rode a bicycle. For participants in last week’s Create a Commuter workshop at the Native American Youth and Family Center […]
Holiday gift packs are back again, beginning November 15th
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager This holiday season, find great gifts at our shop for the bike lovers in your life and save big! We’re offering three types […]
Building confidence in Bike Club at Harvey Scott Elementary
By Stasia Honnold, Instructor From atop a shiny green Raleigh, Troy smiles nervously. “That was scary,” he says, slowly breaking into a huge grin, “but awesome!” Troy, a 6th grader […]
Next Tuesday at 15th Ave Hophouse: Raise a glass and help us out
By Breesa Culver, Development Manager It’s that time of year when comfort food is called for and what better way to enjoy it than when proceeds from your meal support […]
Creating connections – bike committees from Hacienda and New Columbia come together
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist Last Tuesday, October 16th, members of Hacienda CDC’s resident-led bike committee, Andando en Bicicletas en Cully (ABC), New Columbia’s We All Can Ride, and […]
Opening the Bike Repair Hub
By Jonnie Ling, Bike Shop General Manager The neighborhood was quiet when we first arrived at the Hub. “The Hub” is what we call the 200 square foot building we […]
Shop tip – riding in the rain
By Patrick Loftus, Service Manager Just because the rain is around the corner doesn’t mean you have to put the bike away. Riding in the rain can be a pleasant experience, […]
Community Cycling Center launches the New Columbia Bike Repair Hub video
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Haven’t been able to make it to the New Columbia Bike Repair Hub? Sit back and enjoy this video produced by Dan Kaufman […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Community Connections Committee
By Randi Orth, Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator In this month’s Volunteer Spotlight we’re highlighting the stellar volunteers who join us, behind the scenes, as members of the Community Connections Committee. […]
OMSI’s Local Voices, Clever Choices campaign features Community Cycling Center program participants
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager The bilingual exhibit, Clever Together: Our Everyday Choices/Juntos somos ingeniosos: Una decisión a la vez, is OMSI’s latest permanent installment. Clever Together is […]
Fall brings new beginnings at Create a Commuter
By Joseph Rosevear, Instructor On the 1st of October, we partnered with Portland Youth Builders for the first Create a Commuter workshop of the season. It was a fantastic event […]
Where to Bike Portland Rides Around
Anne Lee, our Deputy Director, just launched her first book, Where to Bike Portland. The book is aimed at the recreational cyclist, and offers rides from 3 miles to 70 […]
October special – save 10% at the shop when it’s raining!
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist Fall is officially here, and with it comes the rain, the darkness, and the cold. It would be very easy to feel gloomy, but […]
Product review: Town and Country tires
By David Kurushima, Retail Manager Portland is home to 59 miles of unpaved roads. For some cyclists, these irregularities in our city streets might make for some challenging, if not […]
Cycle Oregon 2012 – and we’re back!
By Breesa Culver, Development Manager Last week, four Community Cycling Center staff members, 14 volunteers, and one very talented event planner headed south to join the traveling circus that is […]
You’re invited to the Where To Bike Portland book launch party!
Join us! We’re celebrating the launch of the new cycling book, Where to Bike Portland! The book, written by our Deputy Director, Anne Lee, is geared toward recreational cyclists and […]
A Community Celebrates the New Columbia Bike Repair Hub
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager In just 10 quick days, students from Oregon College of Art & Craft and Pacific Northwest College of Art transformed a vacant lot […]
A season of epic bike adventures
By Lara Sheets, Program Support Specialist This summer, 8 instructors educated 445 youth on rules of the road and basic bike maintenance. They empowered campers, encouraging them to take on […]
We did it! Campaign for the Bike Repair Hub at New Columbia a huge success
By Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator In a whirlwind month, we were able to raise $13,629 from our amazing supporters to make the Bike Repair Hub at New Columbia a reality. […]
Pack a Pannier special extended through September
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist The Pack a Pannier special was so successful (and so fun) in August that we’re extending it to September. If you’re thinking about gearing […]
Meet Ihe
Every Saturday, Ihe gets out his helmet, gets on his bike, and joins up with his neighbors to go on a group ride. The grassroots bicycle group at New Columbia, […]
Advanced Girls Camp meets with Nissy Cobb
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist On August 22nd, the Advanced Girls Bike Camp rode to the track in Fernhill Park to meet with Nissy Cobb, our New Inventory Specialist […]
Meet Michelle, a We All Can Ride superstar
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist Michelle Hanna is a great example of what can happen when you make biking accessible to everyone. A few years ago she earned a […]
Save the Date: Celebrate the Bike Repair Hub grand opening at New Columbia!
We are so excited to transform a vacant lot into a beautiful Bicycle Repair Hub in the New Columbia neighborhood. Please join us on September 5th to celebrate this inspired […]
Shop tip: tools to carry with you
By Patrick Loftus, Service Manager Carrying a few of the right tools will help you get out of a jam, and might keep you from walking home or taking the […]
Transportation + Trivia: the hottest combo in Portland since bike lanes on bridges
By Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator Who knew so many people in this city love transportation AND trivia? Over 80 people joined us at the Radio Room last night to partake […]
Staff Spotlight: David Kurushima, Retail Supervisor
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist David Kurushima has been promoted since we last checked in with him. He is now our Retail Manager. From what we sell to creating […]
Young adults empowering youth
By Lara Sheets, Program Support Specialist Every summer, our Bike Camp program works with Self Enhancement, Inc. interns to help lead our youth safely on the road. SEI is a […]
It takes a community to build a Bike Hub
My family moved to Portland from Togo. Moving to a new environment isn’t easy. But the magic gift of a new bike helped me to get out and explore. I […]
Pack a Pannier and save 20% at the shop!
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist The Pack a Pannier special was so successful (and so fun) in August that we’re extending it to September. If you’re thinking about gearing […]
Pre-register for Cycle Oregon bike detailing and electronics charging
Did you nab a ticket to Cycle Oregon this year? We did too! Sort of. For the past twelve years, we’ve helped riders roll smoothly over breathtaking rural roads by […]
Journey to Freedom
By Jonnie Ling, Shop General Manager On Saturday August 4th, the hottest day of the summer so far, the Community Cycling Center and Journey to Freedom co-hosted an African American […]
313 bikes given new lives
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Our Bike Donation Campaign ended on July 30th, and thanks to our donors, we collected a grand total of 313 bicycles in one […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Kevin, Nash, and Owen
Something has been happening at the shop on Tuesday Nights over the last few months: raw energy and enthusiasm for anything and everything bikes. What, might you ask, is the […]
Press Release: Community Cycling Center to Build a Bicycle Repair Hub in North Portland Neighborhood
Community Cycling Center to Build a Bicycle Repair Hub in North Portland Neighborhood The new facility will be built in August in an effort to eliminate barriers to bicycling often […]
Press Release: Radio Room to host Transportation-Themed Trivia Night
Radio Room to host Transportation-Themed Trivia Night Trivia night is a benefit for the Community Cycling Center, with prizes from Showers Pass, North St. Bags, Toro Bravo, and more! July […]
Cultural competence at the Community Cycling Center: an introduction to our Equity Committee
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist In September 2010, the Community Cycling Center participated in an equity audit by the Center for Diversity and the Environment. Its purpose was to […]
Product Review: North St. Panniers
By David Kurushima, Retail Supervisor We’re having a Pack-a-Pannier special in the shop! That means every Wednesday and Thursday in August, pack a pannier with accessories and take 20% off […]
A record-breaking fun weekend at Cycle Oregon Kids Camp
By Kim Whitney, Youth Programs Manager This past weekend, we broke records on miles and fun at our fourth annual Kids Camp through the Cycle Oregon Weekend Ride, a family […]
Jim Milne: from volunteer to Community Cycling Center mechanic
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist Jim Milne began volunteering with the Community Cycling Center in February of 2011. He quickly racked up over 400 volunteer hours, participating in everything […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Noah Edelson
By Randi Orth, Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator With his one year volunteer anniversary coming up, Noah has easily become a familiar face to Tuesday Drop-In Nights and has met any […]
Ubong and the bike with red flames – one boy’s Bike Camp adventure
By Lale Santelices, Bike Camp Instructor “After camp, I can’t wait to ride my bike in the real world!”— Ubong This summer, Ubong, an 11 year old boy, earned a […]
Enter to win a FREE copy of Cycling Sojourner
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Ellee Thalheimer has written a guide book – Cycling Sojourner: A Guide to the Best Multi-Day Tours in Oregon. It’s the first guidebook […]
Save the date: Transportation Trivia Night at the Radio Room
By Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator Think you know your bike lanes from your bioswales? Join us on August 15th at Radio Room for a benefit trivia night and put your […]
“Welcome to New Columbia! We All Can Ride!” – North Portland Sunday Parkways
By Zan Gibbs, Adult Programs Manager According to the City of Portland, roughly 23,700 people showed up for the North Portland Sunday Parkways on June 24th. We spent the day […]
Give your bike a new life – help us collect 400 bikes in July
When you donate a bike to the Community Cycling Center, we will put it to good use in our community programs for low-income families or in our bike shop. Our […]
Shop tip: flat fix (patching a tube)
By Patrick Loftus, Service Manager Last month we covered how to replace a flat tube with a new one. This month we’ll show you how to patch the tube. To […]
On two wheels – new opportunities for a young adult to explore
By Heidi Beierle, Volunteer Storyteller On April 21, 2012, the Community Cycling Center engaged a group of young adults at Open Meadow in a Create a Commuter workshop. We followed […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Alicia Crain
By Randi Orth, Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator Alicia has had a long and committed history with us as a volunteer. Her work as Policy Intern in 2009 yielded a collaborative […]
Create a Commuter at IRCO reunites with past workshop participant
By Zan Gibbs, Adult Programs Manager On Thursday, June 7th, we offered our third Create a Commuter workshop to the Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization (IRCO). IRCO is the leading […]
New Cruisers Bike Camp in Cully!
By Kim Whitney, Youth Programs Manager We have some exciting news! We are partnering with Harvey Scott Elementary to expand our camps to the NE Cully Neighborhood for the week […]
Spring fundraising campaign a success: Thank you, donors!
By Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator Our spring campaign ended on May 31st and, thanks to our tremendous donors, we raised a grand total of $12,346 in just over a month. […]
Build a bike in June and save big!
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist We would love to help you build the bike of your dreams! For the month of June, buy a bike frame and you not […]
Why I Ride: No More Car Payment, Far More Fun
By Omar Martinez This article is re-posted with full permission from the League of American Bicyclists. I’ve been interested in cycling all of my life, since I was a kid. […]
Shop tips: flat fix (replacing the tube)
By Patrick Loftus, Service Manager Being able to fix your own flat will save you time, money, and frustration. To replace a tube, you will need a tire lever, a […]
Building Total Health – Kaiser Permanente Community Fund Grantee Summit
By Alison Graves, Executive Director What is total health and how do we build it? That was our charge on Monday, May 21, at the Kaiser Permanente Grantee Summit. More […]
Hacienda’s PhotoVoice project strengthens bicycle advocacy and active living in NE Portland
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager In January of 2010, residents of Hacienda CDC participated in a PhotoVoice project by taking over 150 images that documented barriers to active […]
Wieden + Kennedy Volunteers clean 17 bikes for Holiday Bike Drive
By Lara Sheets, Program Support Specialist On Thursday, May 17th, 32 volunteers from Wieden + Kennedy pulled up to our shop on a warm, sunny day in a bright yellow […]
“It brings out the kid in me” – checking in with Tom, a Create a Commuter graduate
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist Yesterday I met up with Tom, a former Create a Commuter participant, at Floyd’s coffee shop in Old Town to find out how his […]
Last chance to get 20% off new and used products at the bike shop!
Monday is the last chance to score our Monday MAYhem deal on new and used parts and accessories on our bike shop. (Remember: say “narwhal” at the register to get […]
Bike Camp is filling up fast, but 57 spots still remaining! Register today!
Looking for fun activities for your kids this summer? There are still plenty of spaces left in our Bike Camp program. Register online today to ensure your child’s spot in one […]
Community Cycling Center creates 14 new commuters at POIC
By Zan Gibbs, Adult Program Manager On Thursday, May 10th, we offered our second Create a Commuter workshop to the Portland Opportunities Industrialization Center (POIC). At POIC, they reconnect alienated, […]
Women’s Transportation Seminar honors Community Cycling Center with Diversity Leadership Award
By Breesa Culver, Development Manager The upstairs of the Gerding Theater at the Armory was filled with gussied up transportation professionals on Tuesday night. They were gathered to celebrate women’s […]
Special volunteer projects – more than cleaning bikes!
By Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator Last week, I attended my first volunteer orientation on Tuesday night. Along with getting to see the great new faces interested in joining our volunteer […]
Volunteer spotlight: Jerome Funchess
By Randi Orth, Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator Jerome brightens our days with his boisterous, energetic personality ever since he joined our volunteer program last Fall. He has become a mainstay […]
Tackling hills and enjoying treats – Bike Camp is right around the corner
By Lara Sheets, Program Support Specialist and Kim Whitney, Youth Programs Manager The warm and sunny days are upon us, which means Bike Camp is right around the corner. Our […]
Building momentum with a little help from our friends
By Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator Mini-pies, donated bikes, a hula hoop covered in bike lights and our awesome supporters – who could ask for a better fundraising campaign kick-off? Last […]
Help BUILD MOMENTUM during our spring fundraising campaign
By Breesa Culver, Development Manager We are building a more inclusive bicycle economy + culture in Portland. Will you join us? For the past twelve months, we’ve been hard at […]
High school student produces inspirational Create a Commuter video
This spring, we worked with Maya Rait, a talented sophomore student at Catlin Gabel, on a Create a Commuter video project. Every year as part of the media curriculum, Catlin […]
New Columbia takes center stage on PBS
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Our partners at New Columbia—a revitalized community situated on 82 acres of land in North Portland—garnered national attention on Earth Day as they […]
Too sunny for fenders: Create a Commuter at Open Meadow
By Zan Gibbs, Adult Programs Manager On what was probably the best weather day yet for 2012, Saturday, April 21st, we held our 3rd annual Create a Commuter workshop with […]
Reminder – BUILDING MOMENTUM celebration and fundraiser – this Friday
By Breesa Culver, Development Manager For the past twelve months, we’ve been hard at work creating an updated strategic plan. Working with board members, strategic partners, and every single staff […]
Shop tip: cleaning your rims
By Patrick Loftus, Retail Service Manager Cleaning your rims is the least glamorous bike maintenance task, but will improve braking quality, prolong the life of your rims and brake pads, […]
Cycling Sojourner Book Launch
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager Cycling Sojourner Book Launch Tuesday, May 8th at 6:30 River City Bicycles – 706 SE MLK Blvd. The wonderful Ellee Thalheimer has written […]
Monday MAYhem – 20% off on Mondays in May with secret word!
We’re offering a secret special during the month of May. When you stop by the shop on a Monday, be sure to say the secret word, NARWHAL, and you’ll get […]
The Standard: Volunteer group extraordinaire
By: Noel Mickelberry, Development Coordinator When a group of 15 smiling employees from The Standard rolled up to the Community Cycling Center on a sunny Friday afternoon, I knew we […]
Down but not out: Bike Club funding cut
By Kim Whitney What Happened In the most recent budget review, the Portland Children’s Levy Allocation Committee members were tasked with cutting $3.7 million from their budget. According to the […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Lucas Balzer
By Randi Orth, Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator We know Lucas is in the building because somewhere nearby there is laughter. Wherever we find him, he is all energy and enthusiasm; […]
Top 5 tips for budget-conscious bike commuting
by Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist Bicycles
Laura Koch’s next adventure
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager, and Laura Koch Our amazing Program Director, Laura Koch, will be transitioning out of her role to pursue her Masters in Public Health […]
From Community Cycling Center volunteer to professional mechanic…in Texas!
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist In January we wrote about one of our volunteers, Ashley Haire. When we met Ashley she was new to fixing bikes. She said in […]
Timbers kick off Bike Camp scholarships
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager We are excited to announce that the Portland Timbers have awarded us a $5,000 grant to support Bike Camp scholarships this summer! Through […]
What a difference an overhaul makes (with photos)
We just wrapped up our Overhaul Special at our bike shop. We thought we’d celebrate by sharing some pictures of a bike before and after its complete overhaul – what […]
Create a Commuter at Central City Concern: “This bike is my new best friend!”
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist Last Friday, March 23rd, I attended my first Create a Commuter workshop, which took place at Central City Concern in northwest Portland. As we […]
Save the date – BUILDING MOMENTUM celebration and fundraiser – April 27th
For the past twelve months, we’ve been hard at work creating an updated strategic plan. Working with board members, strategic partners, and every single staff member, we are proud to […]
Community Calendar: April
Here are some events happening in April: Tweed Ride April 1, 1pm Kenilworth Park, SE Holgate and SE 34th Read more Walk to Work Day April 6th Check the website […]
An afternoon with The Climate Trust
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist One of the many ways you can volunteer with the Community Cycling Center is by organizing a volunteer group with your coworkers and coming […]
Nurturing the bike movement’s budding branches at the National Bike Summit
By Alison Graves, Executive Director The time had come for blooming at the National Bike Summit this year. For the first time since I’ve attended the annual gathering, the cherry […]
Q&A with Claire Fitzgerald, Bike Camper and Volunteer
By Kim Whitney, Youth Program Manager For the last two years, Claire Fitzgerald rode with us in our Urban Riders and Advanced Riders bike camps, learning how to ride up […]
Stolen bike – Klein Palomino
Someone broke into our shop and stole this refurbished $1,095 Klein Palomino bicycle (serial# WL1771819). Needless to say, we are upset about the loss of the bike and the damage […]
Product Review: Bike Cozy Tool Roll
By Christopher Hamann, Retail Supervisor As the buyer at the Community Cycling Center, I am always looking for local and fresh new items for our bike shop. I knew when […]
Press Release: Bike Census and Repair Training Cultivate Community Bike Educators in Cully
Bike Census and Repair Training Cultivate Community Bike Educators in Cully Residents from Hacienda CDC promote bicycling in partnership with the Community Cycling Center March 19, 2012 – Portland, Ore. […]
New paths await Create a Commuter riders
By Derek Burns, Volunteer Storyteller Hope and opportunity met on March 1st when a dozen new cyclists were given bikes as part of the Create a Commuter program. Thanks to […]
Our response to Monday’s Oregonian article on New Columbia
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager We were deeply saddened to learn of the shooting that occurred on Sunday at a New Columbia pocket park on North Woolsey Avenue. […]
What we learned in our Winter Bike Club pilot program
By Kim Whitney, Youth Programs Manager “I fixed and destroyed things, and those don’t go together often” – Alex “I learned how to fix a bike and a flat tire, […]
Volunteer Spotlight: Derek Burns
By Randi Orth, Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator Derek joined us as a volunteer less than a year ago and he’s made a big impact on our programs in that short […]
Campus Commuters: PCC’s exciting new bike rental program
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist In November, we were contacted by members of the Portland Community College’s Cascade campus community who were interested in developing a bike rental program. […]
Advanced Cruisers Bike Camp Explores New Terrain
By Lara Sheets, Program Support Specialist Imagine spending your summer riding up hills, exploring new bike lanes and boulevards with a new batch of friends. With Advanced Cruisers, youth from […]
Introducing Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist
My name is Britt Appleton and since November I have been the Social Media Specialist for the Community Cycling Center. Since I am doing most of our…
Brian Benson’s Next Adventure
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager
It is truly a bittersweet moment for us today as we announce the departure of Brian Benson…
Community Calendar: March
Here are some events happening in March:
Women’s History Month Ride
March 10th, 11am,
2129 SE Ladd
Read more
Why Aren’t There More Black Peo…
Shop tip: how to clean and lube your chain
By Patrick Loftus, Retail Service Manager
Cleaning and lubing your chain regularly is a quick and easy thing to do. It keeps your bike running s…
Jonnie, our Bike Shop General Manager, explains benefits of Overhaul Special ($100 off)
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist
As we’ve mentioned, we’re currently offering $100 off the complete overhaul of your bicycle at our bi…
A partnership between All Girls Camp & Sugar Wheel Works, what could be sweeter?
By Lara Sheets, Program Support Specialist
For over five years the Community Cycling Center has offered All Girls Camps to young aspiring cyclis…
Dillon and Claudia – a family’s story of earning bicycles
By Lara Sheets, Program Support Specialist
In January, we piloted a new Winter Bike Club at Harvey Scott School, featuring a bicycle maintenance…
Volunteer Spotlight: Puanani and Pau
By Randi Orth, Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator
Puanani and Pau are a mother-son power duo that started volunteering with us in June of 2011. …
Medusa, wizards, penguins, and, wait a sec, was that Lady Gaga?
By Breesa Culver, Development Manager
Last Sunday, people all over the Portland metro region woke up early, pulled on wigs and tutus, and access…