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, or just showing up in support! This is the first full revision of the city requirements since 1996. At that time, the citywide percentage of […]
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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 history of using bikes and bike mechanics as a tool for empowerment and a vehicle for change, this program was designed to bring multiple benefits […]
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 the Cycling Center, pays its staff a living wage and then gives all of its profits to community organizations. WOW! The way it organizes […]
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 as decoration in the showroom at Rejuvenation, a store specializing in beautiful things made out of wood. And it’s definitely beautiful! Now it is ours, […]
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 place. We were not in Iran anymore, and the chaotic sounds of war were replaced with the urban landscape of Cleveland. This meant, for the […]
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 a bike to take home, and the smiles will light up the room. We have a few slots still available for volunteers to help with […]
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 you’re carrying in your water bottle cage? Whatever it is, don’t neglect one of the greatest seasons for riding your bike. Pull out your scarves […]
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 hosted eight wonderful interns from three different programs! Our largest contingent of five interns came from the SummerWorks program, which aims to place diverse youth […]
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 of the goods in question go into the making of items that we carry at our bike shop. As we move into the 2019 season, […]
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 on the ballot in Oregon and elsewhere, and we urge everyone who is eligible to participate by casting a ballot. If you are in Oregon, […]
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. Beautiful weather doesn’t hurt either. This past Wednesday, October 10th was a prime example as the community turned out in impressive numbers for International Walk […]
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 nights to help prepare for the most magical day of the year? Our main entry-level volunteer shifts are Tuesday nights, 7-9pm at the shop at […]
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 adequate funding for YouthPass and for senior and disabled transit services. Please support them by signing a petition here! To find out more about the situation, read […]
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 of fenders, lights, gloves and rain gear available, and last year’s remaining stock of Shower’s Pass rain gear is on sale! Please also note that we […]
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 luck! On Saturday, October 6th, from 10am to 3pm, Cycling Center volunteers will be collecting donated bikes and parts at the REI locations in Tualatin, […]
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 in rural Oregon each year, exploring the many beautiful parts of this state and bringing money and guests to rural communities. The Community Cycling Center […]
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 development in the area. He worked at the Sabin Community Development Corporation from 1999 – 2013, which is the neighborhood organization working to keep inner […]
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 OTTOLOCKS aren’t a good option for all day use, they are secure enough that we’d recommend them to people looking for protection against theft opportunists. It’s more […]
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 to the test. Doors @ 5:30, Trivia starts @ 6:00. This evening will be dedicated to all of the local, national, and even international transportation […]
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 wiped clean, but our supply of affordably-priced utilitarian commuter bikes — the shop’s bread and butter — effectively runs dry. It’s a tradition we dread, […]
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 of Northeast to East Portland, Sellwood, and beyond. They’ve been rolling by friendly neighbors’ houses, checking in at local Parks, and feeding all the goats […]
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 Shulman, a student at Northwest Academy, wrote to us with the most unexpected, but amazing, news of his decision to ride his bike 1,650 miles […]
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 we know that America has a long history of doing just that to black, brown, and immigrant children (through slavery, Native American boarding schools, and […]
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 team. Girls Build has an overall focus on teaching girls hands-on skills and letting them know that jobs in the trades are a possibility for them. We […]
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 Saturday, May 19th. The HUB is a free, convenient neighborhood bike repair spot for the residents of the Portsmouth neighborhood, specifically the New Columbia housing […]
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 started at the Cycling Center on that date in 2003 — was surprised by a host of current and former CCC employees (who were all […]
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 coordinated a massive volunteer mentor program for immigrant and refugee youth going through resettlement. Matt is eager to bridge his passions for helping people find […]
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 for you. These tips are not meant to be entirely comprehensive in terms of the subjects they touch upon, but instead provide a good starting […]
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 November we set out to raise $167,000 by the end of the year, which means you surpassed our goal by over $12,000! I joined the […]
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, greases, and solvents and their best uses. Light Oil – TriFlow ($5), Phil Wood’s Bio Lube ($10), and Prolink are just a few examples of […]
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 we want to celebrate by shining our staff spotlight on her. Meet Lale! You have been with the Community Cycling Center for a while. What […]
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 from waay back in 2009 (may it rest in peace). The most important factor for me when it comes to headlights is (surprisingly) visibility. I […]
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 Hacienda usually take the #1 spot, but I may soon have a new favorite. Late in 2012, I was asked to lead a truly innovative […]
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 your first time hearing about Pack-a-Pannier, or you need a refresher, here are the details: Through the end of October, buy a bag or pannier, […]
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 the October 6th, 13th, and 20th CycleCross events. Tickets are $5*. Winner will choose from a TCX SLR 2 or Brava SLR in his or […]
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 School next week. We’re also extremely excited to offer our very first Bike Club at Rosa Parks Elementary School this season. Rosa Parks is located […]
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 Mychal to find out about his plans for the future of the Community Cycling Center and what he learned while working at the Village Market […]
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 of product, which you may not have ever used – specifically a type of water bottle cage. This type of cage has no universal name, […]
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 teaching to our shop and outreach program. Always with a mind for empowering the individuals he works alongside, Jimmy uses his toolset of hands-on, explanation-based […]
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 you 25% off everything inside the bag. Also, pro tip, you can put a bag inside a bag, which means you can buy one bag […]
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 to the once vacant lot that resides on the corner of N. Trenton Street and N. Woolsey Avenue. “When I go to the garden, I […]
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 the beginning, however, as the overnight Bike Campers were eager to fulfill the “overnight” portion of their name. It was all a matter of training […]
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 hills or go down them quickly if her peers are involved. Her main solo route is the Alameda ridge with its twisty, turny roads, great […]
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 stay in his neighborhood, Northeast. But, like everyone else, he loves a good Zoobomb. CARL. Mechanic. Carl is adventurous. He loves Zoobombing […]
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 “Black Beauty” and attached a basket to the rear rack draped with a Brazilian flag. Marinuesa grew up in Brazil on a farm. “We all […]
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 of N. Trenton Street and N. Woolsey Avenue. The park, opening in July, will offer a safe riding area for neighbors of all ages. Participants […]
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 caught up with Lucia, daughter of Susana Pacheco, a member of Andando en Bicicletas en Cully at Hacienda. You may remember Lucia, as she is […]
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 bike helmets: All bike helmets meet the same minimum federal safety standards. They will deteriorate over time due to UV and sweat exposure. It’s good […]
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 itself on while floating around in my messenger bag. This is huge, folks! And, unlike most of its competition, the Radbot’s light continues to operate at […]
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 Salvation Army, and became an avid bike commuter. Dan takes a lot of pride in his bike. He bought a trip meter so that he […]
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, flexible, and fun volunteer, and certainly knows how to have a good time while teaching community members about their bikes. Maggie is a very dedicated […]
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 science to his students, helping them run their own business and become a mobile classroom. Jon heard about the Community Cycling Center through friends when […]
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 Hub since the ribbon cutting ceremony back in September, and I was eager to see it in action. Forrest, one of our mechanics, was bent […]
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 years and are much cheaper than buying a new bike. I recommend locking your bike at home, even if it is parked in a locked […]
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, he is still riding. I met up with Juan and his former employment specialist, Christina, last week to talk about his experience and what it […]
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 Coordinator and resident bike-building expert, believes in you. As Gram says, “It’s not rocket science. It’s only wrenches and there’s a lot of free info. […]
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 teams. Thanks to Marbry’s patient, talented design abilities, we published our Understanding Barriers to Bicycling report and have created engaging and beautiful fundraising collateral that […]
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 great selection of adventures for older youth. Grades 6-8 In our Food Cart Freewheelers camp, tweens and younger teens will chose their destination, create 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. For the third year in a row, New York City’s community based bike shop and bike education leader, Recycle a Bicycle (RAB), hosted the Youth […]
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 as-is bikes that need a little love to be road-ready. But that is not all – we have hundreds of bike frames, and thousands of […]
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 reflective stickers from BLAQ, are worth your consideration. Now I know many of you wince at the thought of adhering anything to your beautiful carbon steed, […]
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, and advocacy so that people living with disabilities can live, learn, work and play in our communities. During the workshop, Rafael and a group of […]
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 with a few minor bumps and bruises, but this incident made an impression on her. “I hate wearing a helmet. It’s hot and sweaty, and […]
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 excitement for sharing knowledge, Melissa is a strong presence in our shop and programs. In less than a year, Melissa excelled in our bike shop, […]
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 the importance of keeping my tires full of air, my chain clean and lubed, and I could do some minor brake adjustments, but for the […]
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 roads, brake pads wear a lot faster in winter. If you let them go too far, you risk damaging your rims. In this month’s shop […]
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 first ever transportation-themed trivia night fundraiser at the Radio Room – and were blown away by the turn out, and how much fun the entire […]
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 casual, upbeat personality and meticulous attention to detail. He has a knack for teaching with patience and articulates the complexities of bike maintenance with the […]
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. Landscape architects and planners from MIG, Inc. facilitated the event and worked with community members to come up with creative bike skills park designs. Members […]
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 with friendly conversations and laughter as volunteers caught up with old friends and made new ones. The passion and sense of community volunteers bring to […]
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 on a new adventure. I’m leaving because I have an opportunity of a lifetime. As you may know, my husband, Jay Graves, recently retired after […]
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 Graves is departing the organization. She and her husband Jay Graves, who recently retired after 39 years at Bike Gallery, a business that he and […]
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 Hub, which opened in October. How did you get involved with We All Can Ride? I got involved because a colleague, one of the two […]
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 rugged tires, grippy pedals, and some locally-made water-proof panniers. Well, now that your bike is set, what about you? As a content winter cyclist or […]
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 one to hesitate, Pam jumps into any bike project and is a wonderful teacher to those who are learning alongside her. In addition to bringing […]
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, attended the Sneak Peek, donated online, and mailed in checks, we are within spitting distance of our $130,000 goal. The winter campaign is one of […]
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 Cully (ABC) not only earned bikes, but they also led portions of the workshop – a Create a Commuter first. Yeni discussed the importance of […]
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 2008, and has contributed greatly to the success of our organization through various roles and capacities over the years. Lets discover the mystery behind this […]
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 month’s shop tip will cover different types of pedals, their best use, pros/cons of each, and, for the true bike shop experience, my completely biased […]
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 how to be safe on the road, how to safely fit and snap on their new helmets, and many other hands-on lessons designed to make […]
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 for items in either the DIY Pack, the Upgrade Pack, or the Commuter Pack and save up to 30%. We’ve put together some sample packs […]
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 more Sunday Parkways in your Birkenstocks. No more putting off buying those fenders, and that sweet bike you picked-up at a yard sale and rode […]
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 finished counting, the helmet hit the ground…hard. I had my doubts about whether the egg that Abdullahi and his two buddies had carefully wrapped in […]
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 could even look at each other and shrug, he burst out the front door again carrying his tiny Chihuahua, which he proceeded to give every […]
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 Mechanic, and truing wheels in the Guest Mechanic program. He is keen to soak up any knowledge about bike part compatibility and recently finished a […]
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 become involved philanthropically in the Portland area. We are incredibly honored to be included in this year’s fund drive. During its first eight years, the […]
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 at Harvey Scott School, has just finished leading our line of Bike Club participants, eleven 4th, 5th, and 6th graders. He has been in charge […]
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 a cause you believe in? On October 30th, Fifteenth Avenue Hophouse will donate 15% of their sales between the hours of 6 and 9 pm to […]
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 constructed at New Columbia to teach basic bike maintenance and safe riding skills. I was there with two fellow staff members, four Community Cycling Center […]
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, if you’re prepared. Wool, water proof/resistant shoes, and wearing multiple layers are great places to start. Today we’ll cover various strategies to keep you comfortable […]
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. The Community Connections Committee puts the fun in FUNdraising. They help us in all of our grassroots fundraising efforts – from organizing bake sales to […]
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 with ten participants ages 18 – 24. Portland Youth Builders focuses on supporting young men and women who are committed to changing their lives to […]
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 miles. There really is something for everyone. Anne is leading two rides that are featured in her book and you are invited to join her. […]
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 before you do that, check out our new shop special for October: 10% off new and used parts and accessories (including frames) when it’s raining. […]
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 dicey, moments in their daily commutes. For others, they can be a delightful detour opportunity. Regardless of one’s particular disposition towards these urban country roads, […]
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 Cycle Oregon to raise money for our community programs. We arrived back in Portland last Saturday with sunburns, hoarse voices, so much dirt and bike […]
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 new and exciting challenges, like riding out to Rocky Butte and Sauvie Island. As one parent shared: “My eight year old loved Bike Camp. It […]
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 up to go back to school, or to commute in the rainy season, now’s the time! Here’s the deal: Visit the shop on a Wednesday […]
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 at the Community Cycling Center. Nissy is also a highly skilled track bike racer. She competes weekly, and trains up to 6 hours a day […]
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 bike through our Create a Commuter program, and has since become very involved with We All Can Ride, a resident-led bike committee at New Columbia. […]
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 bus. Beyond a helmet, lights, and a lock, here’s a list of recommended items to carry with you on your commute, in order of importance: […]
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 in the battle of obscure transportation trivia, and a battle it was. We had tie-breakers at the end of each round and some heavily contested […]
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 a welcoming environment in the bike shop, David is the guy making sure you have a top notch experience. He is also very involved with […]
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 nonprofit organization that helps “at-risk African-American urban youth realize their potential.” This season, we’ve had the wonderful opportunity to work with Kiara Berry who joined […]
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 up to go back to school, or to commute in the rainy season, now’s the time! We sell three different kinds of panniers in our […]
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 offering bike detailing and electronics charging while out on the road. We’d love to see you there and get your bikes spiffed up during this […]
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 Heritage ride in N and NE Portland. Young people participating in Journey to Freedom’s “Book and Boot Camp” geared up at 11:00 AM after a […]
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 determine how well we were relating on issues of racial and ethnic equity, diversity, and inclusion. The audit helped us identify areas to improve: increasing […]
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 the bag and everything in it. If you’re reading this, I can bet we have two things in common: 1) You ride a bike, and […]
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 from Salvage Sundays to the Holiday Bike Drive and the Guest Mechanic program. “Jim has a fair amount of knowledge about a lot of things,” […]
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 knowledge to the test. This special evening will be dedicated to all the transportation trivia (local, national, maybe even international!) that you can wrap your […]
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 patch a punctured tube, you will need a patch kit containing patches, glue, and emery cloth or sandpaper. Traditional patches tend to give a more […]
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 up with one of those participants nearly two months and many sunny days later to learn how the gift of a bicycle and some cycling […]
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 refugee organization in Oregon and Southwest Washington, empowering refugees and immigrants to become self-sufficient, long-term contributors to the economic vitality of the community. We had […]
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 only save 20% on the frame, but we’ll also take 20% off all used parts. We have more than 40 bike frames, everything from mountain […]
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. But growing up and in college, cycling was about racing. Living in Arkansas, riding to work wasn’t a safe or comfortable option. It wasn’t until […]
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 pump, and, if you don’t have a quick release wheel, you will need a wrench to get your wheel off. Step 1: remove the wheel […]
“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 life had changed since earning a bike in March through our workshop with Central City Concern. He immediately scrolled through his cell phone to find […]
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 the 20% discount.) Check out some of our great new products: Come visit our bike shop to see our complete selection of gear, and don’t […]
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 team, I got to chat with several current volunteers about some of the special projects they are tackling in our bike shop. It is because […]
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 at both Sunday Recycling and Tuesday Drop-in nights and a strong addition to our growing Outreach Educator volunteer team, supporting community outreach events around the […]
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 Cruisers and Urban Riders Bike Camps for kids ages 11 and older are a unique and fun way to build skills and knowledge while exploring […]
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 Friday, the bike shop was packed with people munching on tasty food, bobbing their heads to sweet soul tunes, and chatting away happily. They had […]
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 Open Meadow in North Portland. Eleven excited young adults received KHS bicycles, fully outfitted for all weather commuting! They were SUPER excited about the quality […]
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 member, we are proud to have created a robust and inspiring road map for the next three years. The new plan lays out our strategy […]
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, and keep your bike looking great, especially during the rainy season. It’s also a great opportunity to inspect the rims and brake pads for wear […]
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; his positivity is infectious. Over the years, Lucas has helped on Tuesday Drop-in Nights, as a Certified Holiday Bike Drive Mechanic. But that is just […]
Top 5 tips for budget-conscious bike commuting
by Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist Bicycles
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 the Volunteer Spotlight that she could “sort of change a bike tire.” Ashley threw herself into our volunteer program and before long she became a […]
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 a difference it has made! Our mechanics do such excellent work refurbishing bicycles. Thank you to everyone who participated in our shop special! Your dollars […]
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 have created a robust and inspiring road map for the next three years. The new plan lays out our strategy to create a more inclusive […]
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 for meetup locations Read more Race Talks Occupy Oregon: a coalition of color Tuesday April 10th, 7pm McMenamins Kennedy School, 5736 NE 33rd Read more […]
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 to our bike shop to clean bikes. When a bike is donated, it is usually in a pretty rough state. A thorough cleaning is the […]
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 boughs throughout the district were heavy with light pink fragrant flowers. Also for the first time since I’ve been attending, a new branch of the […]
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 and down hills safely, while exploring destinations far beyond NE Portland. When she wasn’t climbing multiple hills in a day with other teens, she spent […]
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 time. He started as a Tuesday Drop-in volunteer, quickly moved through the Holiday Bike Drive certification process to become a Guest Mechanic and can now […]
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. It was Julie Davenport, the Communications Coordinator for ASPCC (Associated Students of Portland Community College) who had the idea. She got it, she says, 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…
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…
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…
The Shipley era: a look back at four years of Holiday Bike Drive magic
By Brian Benson, Community Engagement Director
As we’ve said many times before, the magic behind the Holiday Bike Drive isn’t really magic – it’…
Wheeling through a week with the Coasters Camp
By Kim Whitney, Youth Program Manager
How did you spend your summers as a 6 year old? Through our Bike Camp program, kids as young as 6 get the …
First Create a Commuter of 2012 – Sunny and Wonderful!
By Zan Gibbs, Adult Program Manager
On Sunday, February 5th, we delivered our first Create a Commuter workshop of 2012 to Portland Community Col…
Equity takes center stage at the Active Transportation Forum for Mayoral Candidates
By Melinda Musser, Communications and Marketing Manager
On Tuesday, February 6th, Eileen Brady, Charlie Hales, and Jefferson Smith sat center-st…
2012 Volunteer Appreciation Night
By Brian Benson, Community Engagement Director
On Tuesday, January 31st, over 60 volunteers and staff came together in the bike shop to celebrat…
Winter overhaul special – $100 off!
Over the past few months, your bike has seen rain, snow, and the dreaded wintry mix. It could probably use some love. We want to make it easy for y…
Local Motion: An Active Transportation Forum for Mayoral Candidates
We are proud to announce that in early February we will be co-sponsoring Local Motion: Portland Mayoral Candidates Discuss Active Transportation. I…
Inspirational Youth Bike Summit in New York City
By Alison Graves, Executive Director of the Community Cycling Center
"This can’t be a bike event!" exclaimed my colleague, Keith Holt, of Milwau…
Hands on Portland
Last Friday, 13 volunteers from Hands on Greater Portland scrubbed, "flossed" and polished 17 kids bikes, while laughing, smiling and marveling at …
Volunteer Spotlight: Ashley Haire
Ashley began volunteering with us just six months ago, but it seems like she’s been around forever. She quickly and enthusiastically learned how to…
Hot off the press: 2012 schedule of Bike Maintenance classes
In the Dec 8th issue of the Portland Mercury, Sarah Mirk put our Bike Maintenance Classes on her Holiday Wish List. She took Basic Bicycle Maintena…
David Kuch celebrates 10 years with the Community Cycling Center
When David Kuch started working at the Community Cycling Center 10 years ago, it was a windowless bike shop with holes in the floor. Considering th…
Save the date! Bike Camp registration starts on February 1st.
Not sure what your kids are doing yet this summer? Sign them up for Bike Camp!
This summer we are offering weekly Bike Camps for kids ages 6 to …
Volunteer spotlight: Eli and Dave Wuollet
The orange Huffy may not have been noticed amidst the sea of kids bikes in the atrium of Legacy Emanuel Hospital at the 2011 Holiday Bike Drive, bu…
Holiday gift packs at the shop mean big savings for you
We’ve got everything you need to upgrade, decorate, or fix a bike at our bike shop, and with our Holiday Gift Packs, you can save money, too! There…
ODS Health cleans bikes for 2012 Holiday Bike Drive
By Alison Graves, Executive Director
It should come as no surprise to learn that dentists are experts at cleaning bicycles. Their enthusiasm for…
Photos and recap of our 16th annual Holiday Bike Drive
On Sunday, December 11th, we provided over 465 bicycles to low-income youth at the 16th annual Holiday Bike Drive. The event, held at Legacy Emanue…
Program Director, Laura Koch, joins 9 other bicycle advocacy organizations in 4-day training
This past week, our Program Director Laura Koch attended a four day Training for Trainers – Small Group Facilitation training, hosted by the Allian…
Portland Wheelmen Repair Over 20 Bikes for Holiday Bike Drive
For over a decade, the Portland Wheelmen Touring Club has generously and enthusiastically supported the Community Cycling Center. Every winter, the…
Holiday Bike Drive Stories – Quin (VIDEO)
Quin has been volunteering for the Community Cycling Center since he was 12. In the third installment of the Holiday Bike Drive video series he tal…
Bike Club – Vernon
The last meeting of the Vernon Bike Club was a happy one. We are so proud of the students and their hard work over the past 12 sessions, and we wer…
Holiday Bike Drive Stories – Sarah (VIDEO)
In the second installment of our Holiday Bike Drive Stories video series, Sarah, a volunteer, talks Holiday Bike Drive and how she got involved wit…
You’re invited to the Shop Warming Party on April 29th
After months of planning and hard work, our bike shop expansion and remodel is nearly finished! We’re so happy about our new look, all we want to d…
Bike Shop Expansion Campaign: We’re almost there!
As you have probably noticed, we are so excited to finally expand and refurbish our neighborhood bike shop. Over the past weeks, we’ve told you abo…
Action! Adventure! Popsicles! Bike Camp!
Once again we are gearing up for a fantastic summer of adventures and fun for our 2011 Bike Camp!
After sitting in a classroom all year, campers…
Holiday Bike Drive Stories: Bob Wong, Mechanic and Helmet Fitter
You can often catch Bob working on Holiday Bike Drive bicycles at the shop on weekday afternoons, wrenching away and trading smiles and stories wit…
Receive a free acupuncture treatment with your donation of $40 or more
We are excited to announce an astoundingly generous offer from Stumptown Acupuncture in support of the Holiday Bike Drive.
Through December 31, …
You’re invited to the Holiday Bike Drive Sneak Peek
For the past fifteen years, the Holiday Bike Drive has inspired hundreds of children and families to ride bicycles. On this special day, 400 childr…
Make your gift go further with the Give!Guide
If you’ve been waiting for just the right moment to make a donation to the Community Cycling Center, consider this the buzzer going off because the…
Show off your dance moves (and help local nonprofits)!
The Community Cycling Center is lucky enough to be among the local nonprofits chosen to be included in the 2010 Give!Guide. This year, the Willamet…
Getting to know: Forrest Scott, Mechanic
Since August 2008, Forrest has been wrenching on bikes for customers and program participants at the bike shop. Whether he has a rusty three-speed …
Volunteer Spotlight: Chad Berkley
Over the course of his four years volunteering with us, Chad has done a little bit of everything. He’s refurbished bikes at Drop-In Night, helped…
Half off fender installation in October
There are few things worse than showing up for work with a brown stripe up your back. This month, we’re making it easier to cover your wheels by of…
Recycle your bicycle at an REI near you
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 to bigger…
The BikeMobile rolls to Hacienda
On Saturday, September 25th, with the help of our incredible outreach volunteers, we hosted the inaugural BikeMobile event in partnership with Haci…
Kicking off Get Lit at Broadway and Williams
To kick off the fall season of Get Lit outreach and safety events, we decided to start with one of the most dangerous bicycling intersections in Po…
Volunteer Spotlight: Leah Haykin
Leah started volunteering with us in May of 2009, and soon became a regular at Tuesday Drop-In Nights. Over the intervening months, she picked up s…
Cycle Oregon Adventures
Cycle Oregon is all about connecting people and supporting communities. Their work is similar to our work in north and northeast Portland, but with…
Join us at the Grand Central Bakery Fair on September 18th
On Saturday, September 18th, Portland’s Grand Central Bakery will be putting a city spin on the classic county fair at the first annual Grand Centr…
Volunteer Spotlight: Emerson Webb
For our Youth Programs team, Bike Camp just wouldn’t be Bike Camp without Emerson. As a camper, he has been both amazing with the other kids and ex…
It’s the last day of Bike Camp
It’s the last day of Bike Camp and it’s hard not to be a little weepy. Our incredible instructors and campers have spent the summer spreading bike …
Bikes for All: The morning after
Bikes for All, a community conversation about access to bicycles and transportation and health equity took place last night at the New Columbia com…
Hitting the road with Cycle Oregon
On Saturday, September 11th, a team of Community Cycling Center staff and volunteers will hit the road with Cycle Oregon. For the past ten years, w…
Getting to know: Kim Whitney, Youth Program Coordinator
Kim is the heart and soul of our youth programs. You may have seen her around town leading Bike Clubs at University Park or James John or heading a…
Limited edition water bottles now available at the bike shop
Show your support for the Community Cycling Center while keeping yourself hydrated with a limited edition, stainless steel water bottle.
These r…
End of summer special: Save $50 on Bike Camp
Did your child have a blast at Bike Camp this summer and want to come back for more? Are you looking to get your kids ready to ride to school this …
Join the conversation at Bikes for All
Since the winter of 2009, we have dreamed of hosting an event that would invite more people into the conversation about the barriers to bicycling w…
Volunteer Spotlight: Kit Kerkvliet
For the last year, Kit has been bringing his creative genius and love for reuse to our volunteer program. A gifted metalworker and polo bike builde…
Volunteer Spotlight: Leila Barker
Leila started volunteering in February of 2008 and over the past two years has become a consistent, dynamic presence. She is a fixture at our Tues…
58 children receive their first bikes at New Columbia
Last Sunday’s gorgeous weather was made even sunnier for 58 kids at New Columbia. With support from 44 volunteers, we transformed New Columbia’s co…
July is for touring! Save on racks, panniers, and tool rolls
The sun is finally shining and what better way to celebrate than loading up your bike and taking a long ride?
During July, we are slashing price…
Take the bike shop survey, win prizes!
To better serve our bike shop customers, we have launched our first-ever online bike shop survey.
Please take three minutes to share your experi…
Bikes for Kids at New Columbia
We are excited to announce the second Bikes for Kids event on Sunday, July 11th at New Columbia. With support from community volunteers and residen…
Wrenching and riding at Sunday Parkways
Last Sunday we hosted free wrenching and a ride to the N Portland Sunday Parkways for New Columbia residents. We invited New Columbia Create a Comm…
Get Lit goes to Pedalpalooza
On the evening of June 13th, the Get Lit team rolled the fully-loaded outreach vehicle (a Madsen cargo bike donated to us by the Bike Gallery) to t…
Riding with the James John Bike Club: Part Two
This is the second of a two part series following the James John Bike Club participants from rag tag beginnings to their emergence, six weeks later…
Getting to know: Zan Gibbs, Adult Program Coordinator
Zan has been at the Community Cycling Center since August 2009. Over the past 10 months, she has retooled the Create a Commuter program, updated th…
Remmers won an Alice Award!
Susan Remmers has a reputation for making bold statements. At the Alice Awards on Saturday night, she received one herself: "You are making a diffe…
June is Xtracycle month at the bike shop!
Triple your kid-hauling capacity with a conversion to your existing commuter, hybrid or mountain bike with an Xtracycle!
To help get you started…
Riding with the James John Bike Club: Part One
For the past several weeks, I have been volunteering with the Bike Club at James John Elementary in St. John’s. Along with lead instructors Kim and…
Spots still available in our Advanced Bike Maintenance Class beginning June 7th
Did you race or ride your bicycle in the terrible weather this winter? Have you let your road bike sit unused all season? Get your bike summer-read…
Volunteer Spotlight: Joel Schneier
Joel began volunteering in February of 2009 and has donated his time and myriad skills ever since. Joel regularly came in to wrench at Tuesday Drop…
Showers of savings at the shop in May
Come on in to the bike shop for showers of savings throughout May. We are offering up to 50% off select items, including:
Shower’s Pass booties…
80 children receive their first bicycles at Bikes for Kids at Hacienda!
On Saturday, May 1st, Latino and Somali families gathered to participate in the Community Cycling Center’s Bikes for Kids at Hacienda.
Our volun…
Bike Camps still available for kids ages 11-15
It’s not even May and already Bike Camp sessions are over 80% full! Although we no longer have spots available for younger kids, we do have space l…
Introducing the Community Cycling Center’s Bikes for Kids at Hacienda
This year the Community Cycling Center is extending the spirit of the Holiday Bike Drive into the summer with Bikes for Kids!
Next month, we wil…
Volunteer Spotlight: Zac Strode
In his nine months volunteering with us, Zac has offered his enthusiastic support in just about every program that we offer. He is a key member of …
Getting to know: Benjamin Jaspers, Production Manager
Production Manager Benjamin Jaspers will celebrate five years at the Community Cycling Center next month! Benjamin is in charge of managing the pro…
20% off all bags at the bike shop during April
Throughout the month of April our neighborhood bike shop is offering 20% off our extensive selection of bicycle bags.
We have bags for every bud…
Volunteer spotlight: Ben Swanson
Ben began his internship here last fall, working with the Community and Programs team to help organize registration for the Holiday Bike Drive. Ove…
Ms. Graves goes to Washington
Bikes make people happy. That’s the word on "the hill" after more than 700 bicycling advocates descended on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, last we…
Community Cycling Center thanks outgoing, welcomes incoming Executive Director
Susan Remmers announced to staff this morning that, after four years as Executive Director of the Community Cycling Center, she is stepping down.
…
$100 off overhauls at the bike shop through March 31st
Our neighborhood bike shop is offering a super service special to get your riding season started off right.
When you schedule before March 31st,…
Volunteer Spotlight: Connie White
In early 2009, Connie White took her first Bike Maintenance Class at our shop. In the year that followed, she progressed through all of our classes…
The Worst Day of the Year rides again!
3,500 riders turned out on an overcast Valentine’s Day morning to celebrate bicycle love and silliness and support the Community Cycling Center.
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Getting to know: Jonnie Ling
Jonnie manages the service department of the bike shop with mild mannered confidence and extensive bike knowledge. He is our resident Jack of all t…
Report from the 2010 Golden Bike Awards
On the evening of Tuesday, January 26th, over 60 staff members and volunteers filled the bike shop for the annual Volunteer Appreciation Night and …
2010 Bike Camp registration now open!
We’re looking forward to a summer of two-wheeled adventures!
Our philosophy of Bike Camp is simple: we ride bikes, we learn how to be safe and c…
Help us reuse and repurpose bicycle components during Salvage Sundays!
Beginning February 7th, we will host salvage sales every Sunday, during which community members in need of bicycle parts or frames have the opp…
Register today for the Worst Day of the Year Ride!
Celebrate Valentine’s Day outdoors while supporting the Community Cycling Center at the 2010 Worst Day of the Year Ride!
The Worst Day of the Ye…
Volunteer Spotlight: Leah Benson
Leah has been volunteering since August of 2008, when she first came to town to visit her brother Brian, our Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator. Sh…
On the mend
Our fearless leader, Susan Remmers, the woman who has steered the Community Cycling Center from rocky shoals onto the open sea, is currently out si…
The magic! The music! The bicycles! A report from the 15th annual Holiday Bike Drive
"What does a helmet protect?" asked the smiling bike safety volunteer, holding up a bike helmet. Hands shot up and one child spoke up, "Your head!"…
It takes a community part 4: The volunteer
It takes a community to create the magic of Holiday Bike Drive. This winter, we are featuring profiles of community members who are pitching in to …
It takes a community part 3: The business sponsor
It takes a community to create the magic of Holiday Bike Drive. This winter, we are featuring profiles of community members who are pitching in to …
It takes a community part 2: The donor
It takes a community to create the magic of Holiday Bike Drive every year. This winter, we are featuring profiles of community members who have pit…
Please welcome 58 new bicyclists to Portland’s streets
We are proud to report that 58 students from five schools graduated Bike Club this month. Over the past six weeks, these 9-12 year-olds have earned…
It takes a community part 1: The bike donor
It takes a community to make the Holiday Bike Drive happen every year, and we are so proud of everyone who contributes time, money, skills, and mor…
Help us broaden access to bicycling: make a gift through the Give!Guide!
We are excited to announce that the Community Cycling Center was chosen once again to participate in the Willamette Week’s Give!Guide. The Give!Gui…
Fast Fender Fridays and more at the bike shop in November
Through the end of November we’ll help you face dreary winter commutes with a couple of sweet bike shop promotions.
We’re calling the first one …
Volunteer Spotlight: Bob Wong
You can often catch Bob working on Holiday Bike Drive bicycles at the shop on weekday afternoons, wrenching away and trading smiles and stories wit…
Join us at the Family Bicycle Transportation Day
Join Community Cycling Center staff and volunteers at the Oregon Manifest Family Bicycle Transportation Day, an entire event designed to increase y…
Volunteer Spotlight: Curt Charles
Curt became involved with the Community Cycling Center through the Sunset Community Bike Fair, an annual event that provides bikes, helmets and saf…
Vote for us at Patagonia!
We’re excited to announce that we are participating in Patagonia’s Voice Your Choice fundraising campaign this month. We are one of three groups th…
Welcome new board members
Please join us in welcoming three new Community Cycling Center board members: Wendy Lear, Kathryn Sofich, and Sarah Bailen Smith. These bicycling a…
Getting to know: Christopher Hamann
Christopher’s natural habitat is a corner of the bike shop office (the "shoffice") surrounded by neatly-lettered post-it notes to himself and clipp…
Cycle Oregon: a mythical experience
Cycle Oregon 2009 explored the "Mythical State of Jefferson," a geographic bioregion ranging from southern Oregon to northern California (had Pearl…
Getting to know: Sara Loreno
Sara is our multi-talented and even-tempered Shop Manager. Even though she’s in charge of pretty much everything at the bike shop, she never breaks…
Volunteer Spotlight: Joseph Rosevear
Joseph joined us this spring, and over the past few months has given over 70 hours while bringing an enthusiastic, thoughtful energy to our volunte…
Community Cycling Center represents at the Safe Routes to School Conference
Last week, the second annual National Safe Routes to School Conference came to Portland. 550 educators, health professionals, and transportation pl…
Introducing the Understanding Barriers to Bicycling Project
What are our reasons to not go by bike?
The Community Cycling Center has helped make bicycles accessible to thousands of people throughout the P…
“I never knew there were so many places a bike could be dirty!”: Bike maintenance in the park with All Girls Bike Camp
This summer, campers have had the chance to learn hands-on bike maintenance from local mechanic and educator Tori Bortman. Tori is the proprietor o…
Pin-Me Apparel “Back to School/Bike to School” Fundraiser
Beginning Friday, August 21st, fashionistas who make a donation of $10 or more to the Community Cycling Center will receive 15% off their total pur…
Volunteer spotlight: Sarah Freeman
Since the beginning of June, Sarah Freeman has donated over 200 hours as our Bike Camp Intern. Not only has Sarah excelled in this role – helping …
Cycle Oregon Weekend Ride Bike Camp a Wild Success!
Lavender lemonade was Tatianna’s favorite part of Bike Camp. For Sean it was everything. For Ava it was riding 21 miles – her longest ride ever…
Summer specials in the bike shop
Locks
Portland is considered the most bike friendly city in the U.S. but it also ranks in the top ten cities for bike theft. Now is a great …
Take to the car-free streets with us this Sunday (and stop by to shop our sale)
Sunday Parkways is an amazing, active, community-building event that is taking place in our neighborhood this weekend!
A seven-mile loop will be…
Volunteer Spotlight: Reid Lustig
Since last year, Reid Lustig has been sharing his mechanical wizardry and infectious enthusiasm with the Community Cycling Center. In June, he dona…
Getting to know: David Kuch
Mechanic David Kuch is the longest-serving member of the Community Cycling Center staff. Over the years, he has taught, trained, and mentored new m…
Spots still available in Eco Explorers!
During the week of July 20th, the Community Cycling Center and the Bicycle Transportation Alliance will offer Eco Explorers, a new day camp with an…
Bikes ‘n’ BBQ Bash recap and photos
What a day!
The Bikes ‘n’ BBQ Bash on Saturday was full of smiling faces (smudged with a little barbecue sauce), expert volunteer wrenching, cam…
Benefit Dance on Monday, June 29th
Grab your snap button shirt and dancing shoes and dance the night away to benefit the Community Cycling Center!
On Monday, June 29th, the mo…
Bikes ‘n’ BBQ Bash this Saturday!
We are joining forces with the Russell Street Bar-B-Que once again to promote a healthy community by combining our two favorite things: bicycles an…
All in a day’s work: Bike repair and safety education at Sunday Parkways
The Community Cycling Center helped out at this summer’s first Sunday Parkways event in North Portland.
Early that morning, a team of enthusiast…
Sunset Bike Fair Helps 300 Beavertonians Ride Safer
On Saturday, June 13th, we helped put on the 4th Annual Sunset Community Bike Safety Fair. This huge event, organized by dedicated volunteer Bryan …
Kelly GROW pilot program helps kids put the pieces together
This spring we closed the incredible final season of the Kelly GROW pilot program. For the past two years we have worked with Kelly Elementary Comm…
Getting to know: Carl Wilson
Carl greets everyone with a smile, from the hundreds of Bike Campers, shop customers, and volunteers to the moody, adopted shop cat, Zelda. With hi…
Join us for the 2nd Annual Bikes ‘n’ BBQ Bash!
We are joining forces with the Russell Street Bar-B-Que once again to promote a healthy community by combining our two favorite things: bicycles an…
We’re hiring!
Are you highly organized? Would you describe yourself as a "people person"? Are you resourceful, positive, and an excellent communicator? We’re sea…
Bike Club kids evaluate Cully’s bike-ability
Earlier this month, we hosted a special field trip during the Rigler Elementary Bike Club, with help from Stephanie Noll of the Bicycle Transportat…
Intermediate Bike Maintenance Class Added
Over the past few weeks, we’ve received many requests for an additional Intermediate Maintenance class. We heard you! We’ve added another session b…
Ready, steady, go! Help your coworkers replace their drive with a ride
We challenge you seasoned bicycle commuters out there to reach out to your car-bound coworkers during Bike-to-Work Week, May 11th-15th.
Organize…
Volunteer spotlight: Joseph Boquiren
Joseph came by a Drop-In Night last October and has been contributing his skills and creativity ever since. He brings such positive energy to our T…
For the Environmentally Curious Kid: Eco Explorers Camp
This summer, we are collaborating with the Bicycle Transportation Alliance to offer Eco Explorers, a new day camp with an environmental focus.
C…
Volunteer spotlight: Todd Roll
Todd Roll began volunteering with our Create a Commuter program in 2008. He initially stepped in to assist our instructors during the five-hour wor…
Another amazing Hinson Bike Day
Last Saturday, we teamed up with Hinson Church once again to hold a free and fun community event in sunny Southeast Portland.
We provided bicycl…
Increasing the peace: Bicycling and pedestrian safety education is making a difference on Portland’s streets
The Portland Bureau of Transportation recently released new numbers that show a decrease in traffic-related fatalities in Portland. There were zero…
For the Multi-Modal Teen: Urban Riders Camp
Last summer we noticed that older Bike Campers seemed to fall within one of two groups: those who were mainly interested in putting miles on their …
The Community Cycling Center Goes to Washington
Earlier this month, Alison Graves, our Director of Community & Programs, attended the National Bike Summit in Washington, DC, as part of the proud …
Thank you, Cycle Oregon!
The Cycle Oregon Fund of The Oregon Community Foundation awards the Community Cycling Center $5,000 for general operating expenses
We have worke…
Volunteer Profile: Lelainya Tollner
Lelainya started volunteering in September 2008, and has been a fixture at Tuesday Drop-In Nights ever since. She wrenched on dozens of bikes for a…
Stand up for sustainable transportation in Portland
The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) recently released a budget proposal that dramatically cuts funding for bicycling projects and programs…
Thirteen new bicycle commuters
On Monday, January 26th, we offered a Create a Commuter workshop at Innovative Housing, Inc. This organization creates new solutions to unmet housi…
Worst Day of the Year Ride Recap and Photos
It was a damp and cloudy morning on Sunday, February 15th, but thousands of hearty souls dragged themselves out of warm beds to pull on costumes ov…
Volunteer Profile: Randi Orth
Name: Randi Orth
How long have you been volunteering at the Community Cycling Center? How did you start?
I’ve been volunteering for over a ye…
Celebrating Volunteers at the Golden Bike Awards
On the evening of February 10th, friends, staff members, and volunteers gathered at the bike shop to celebrate the Community Cycling Center’s amazi…
Support your local bike blog: BikePortland.org needs your help
Our friends and colleagues at BikePortland.org suffered a break-in at their SE Portland office last weekend. BikePortland is an indispensable news …
Holiday Bike Drive (the Sequel) a snowy success!
At 6:30 Sunday morning Volunteer Coordinator, Brian Benson, looked outside and asked himself, “who ordered more snow?!”
It was only a…
Worst Day of the Year Ride – Sign up with friends and family today!
Good food, damp route, silly costumes, ridiculous amounts of fun
Now in its eighth year, the Worst Day of the Year Ride has become a quirky Port…
Volunteer with us in 2009
Our volunteer program is the best in town, and keeps our hard-working, fun-loving volunteers coming back year after year.
We offer drop-in vo…
Holiday Bike Drive: the Sequel needs your support!
More than 350 children could not attend the Holiday Bike Drive on December 14th this year due to the wintry road conditions. So we have decided, wi…
Crocodile Cruisin’ pt. 4: Goodbye, little Crocodile!
Have you ever wondered about the path a bicycle takes on its way to a lucky kid at the Holiday Bike Drive? So much time and love goes into each bic…
Holiday Bike Drive still great, despite snowstorm
It takes a lot more than a little snow to keep the Holiday Bike Drive down. Despite freezing temperatures and frequent snow squalls the 2008 Holida…
Crocodile Cruisin’ pt. 3: Tender, loving repair
Have you ever wondered about the path a bicycle takes on its way to a lucky kid at the Holiday Bike Drive? So much time and love goes into each bic…
Holiday Bike Drive Progress Update
Holiday Bike Drive is fast approaching and the office and shop are buzzing with activity. Updated stats below!
Want to learn more about how we p…
Getting to know: Ashley Mitchell
Ashley works and volunteers for the Community Cycling Center. She is a Bike Club and Summer Camp instructor in addition to helping out at the shop….
Bike Gallery pitches in
Beginning Friday, November 28th, all six Bike Gallery stores will commence one month of in-store fundraising for the Community Cycling Center!
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One child, one bicycle, one volunteer, one dollar at a time
Registration for Holiday Bike Drive closed yesterday and we couldn’t be more pleased with the progress we’re making toward this year’s event. Below…
Getting to know: Brian Benson
Employee at the Community Cycling Center since: August 2008
What do you do here?
As the Volunteer and Outreach Coordinator, I work with the hug…
Goodbye, Bonnie
Earlier this week, the Community Cycling Center lost a great friend, volunteer, booster and all-around den mother, Bonnie Blackman. She volunteered…
Crocodile Cruisin’ pt. 2: Cleaning up
Have you ever wondered about the path a bicycle takes on its way to a lucky kid at the Holiday Bike Drive? So much time and love goes into each bic…
Give a little, get a lot: Support our work through the Give!Guide
It’s heeeere. The Willamette Week’s Give!Guide hit the streets today. The Give!Guide is a fun and rewarding way to support the Community Cycling Ce…
Crocodile Cruisin’: One bike’s journey to the Holiday Bike Drive
Have you ever wondered about the path a bicycle takes on its way to a lucky kid at the Holiday Bike Drive? So much time and love goes into each bic…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year: Holiday Bike Drive season has arrived!
500 children to receive lovingly refurbished bicycles and so much more this December
Continuing a 13-year year tradition, we will provide refurb…
Getting to know us: Alice Pennington
Employee at the Community Cycling Center since: March 2008
What do you do here?
I repair bikes for customers, prepare donated bikes for sale or…
Mud, sweat and cheers: Holiday Bike Drive at the Cross Crusade
Join Bob’s Red Mill and support the 2008 Holiday Bike Drive
Bob’s Red Mill is serving up FREE oatmeal at all Cross Crusade races this season and…
Helpful tips for new urban cyclists
In conjunction with their annual Bike Commute Challenge, the Bicycle Transportation Alliance posted a couple of articles covering urban cycling b…
The 2008 print newsletter has landed
Our 2008 print newsletter highlights the results of a recent PSU study that measured the results of our after-school Bike Clubs. The findings were …
Getting to know us: Heather Tatman
Name: Heather Christine Stewart Tatman
Employee at the Community Cycling Center since: March ’08
What do you do here? I think a better question i…
Shop hours changing Oct. 1st (to 10am-6pm Tu-Sun)
We can’t believe it’s almost October. That means we’ll be closing an hour earlier starting October 1st. We are still closed on Mondays, but will …
On the road with Cycle Oregon 2008
What’s better than waking up at 6am in a field surrounded by 2,000 riders? Cleaning bikes for eight hours!
For the eighth consecutive year, the …
Pre-BBQ Group Ride to Kelley Point Park this Saturday, September 20th
Looking to get a ride in before the Bikes ‘n’ BBQ Bash on Saturday?
Janis McDonald, a Community Cycling Center board member and Project Manager…
Russell St. BBQ is celebrating its 5th anniversary by throwing a party for us!
BBQ, bike fun, music and more for a good cause
Plates of the renowned Russell St. BBQ with all the fixins plus sweet tea or lemonade for only $5…
Demystify your patch kit!
The next session of our popular Urban Cycling class begins September 8th
A great class to take with a friend, our Urban Cycling class is designe…
Getting to know us: Meet David Kurushima
Name: David Gray Kurushima
Employee at the Community Cycling Center since: March 2008
What do you do here? Shop Mechanic
Why do you work here?…
Hottest Day of the Year Ride a Great Success
Hundreds of Portland cyclists of all stripes rode in the third annual Hottest Day of the Year Ride last Sunday, August 3rd.
Riders came alone, i…
Community Cycling Center Board Grows
We are delighted to announce the addition of two new members to our Board of Directors: James Coon and Daniel Kaempff.
Jim Coon, a "die-hard," y…
Photos from Bicycle Day at OMSI and the raffle winner is…
Congratulations to Don Welliever for guessing within one ounce the weight of the fully loaded Create a Commuter bicycle. For those of you still won…
Only four spots left in all-girls frequent riders camp beginning 8/4/08
This summer the Community Cycling Center is offering an all-girl frequent riders camp session following other wildly successful all-girl sessions. …
Join us at the Hottest Day of the Year Ride on August 3rd
Join hundreds of your friends and neighbors at the Hottest Day of the Year Ride on Sunday, August 3. This year’s ride features two themed rest stop…
Join us for Bicycle Day at OMSI: July 26th
Take life by the handlebars and celebrate Portland’s favorite form of transportation at Bicycle Day, a new event hosted by the Oregon Museum of S…
When the rubber no longer hits the road
Community Cycling Center’s Recycling Program Expands to Include Tires
When we receive a bicycle that is too old, weary or unsafe to refurbish or…
Spring after-school programs wrap up
From March through May, the Community Cycling Center worked with dozens of program partners to offer after-school programs across Portland.
All o…
Community Cycling Center partners with El Programa Hispano for Spanish Commuting Workshop
On Saturday, June 7th, the Community Cycling Center held a five-hour urban commuting training session at Hall Elementary school in Gresham in par…
Thank you Cycle Oregon!
The Community Cycling Center received a $10,000 grant from the Cycle Oregon Fund of The Oregon Community Foundation to support our office move an…
Want to build your confidence on the road? Sign up for a class this summer!
Hail pounded against the shop windows just before the second session of Women’s Urban Cycling got underway. Twelve women were about to learn how to…
Crossed Lines: Phone Problems and New Numbers
Have you tried calling the shop and gotten the office instead? Or did you try the office and get lost in the voicemail vortex? We are so sorry. We …
Sign up for Summer Camp today! Sessions are filling up!
Are you considering enrolling your child in a summer camp this year? How about one where your son or daughter will learn bicycle safety, basic ma…
New Women’s Basic Maintenance class added, only a few spots left!
Added last minute due to popular demand, Women’s Basic Maintenance is for women confident in their riding skills but interested in learning the …
Get a little, give a little
Hey there, Richie Rich! You have any plans for that economic stimulus check? We bet you do!
Please consider using at least part of it to make a …
Our Volunteer Program Featured in Sunday Oregonian!
On Sunday, May 4th, the Community Cycling Center volunteer programs were highlighted as part of "Oregon’s volunteer revolution" in a front-page s…
Portland is Platinum
Congratulations, Portland! We did it! We are the first large city in the United States to receive the Platinum designation as a Bicycle Friendly Co…
The Transition Continues
When you were inside during the hailstorm on Saturday, a group of volunteers, led by Kim Whitney and Neal Armstrong, moved some of the Community …
FREE! Bike Basics Clinic This Sunday
Sometimes you just need a little orientation. That’s why we are created free drop-in clinics, which will be held every weekend morning through the…
Bike Move Saturday 4/5 9:30am!
The time has come! Help us move our administrative office from 1700 NE Alberta to our new site on NE Martin Luther King and Shaver…
reCYCLE Your Bicycle!
Donate your bike and make it a vehicle for change!
This year the Community Cycling Center needs to collect 4,000 bicycles, including 1,200 adult…
Urban Cycling Classes Begin 3/19
Starting Wednesday March 19 we will offer a new Urban Cycling class. The class will take place every Wednesday from 7-9pm at our Alberta Street sh…
Better Late than Never
Remember how our bike shop was damaged when a truck collided with our wall on December 9 (the day before Holiday Bike Drive)? Well, stop the pre…
Join Our Team!
The best thing about rolling into a new season, besides the promise of warmer and sunnier days, is the joy of adding new faces and energy to our te…
Another Beautiful Worst Day Ride
When we laugh at the weather, it laughs back! Sunday February 10th brought yet another beautiful dry day for the sold-out Worst Day of the Year R…
Sunday Parkways — Share Your 2 Cents
Tonight and tomorrow night, the City of Portland is holding open houses to share information and get your feedback about Portland Sunday Parkways…
Worst Day of the Year Ride – 100% Chance of Fun
The Worst Day of the Year Ride is an 18-mile odyssey around downtown Portland that has quickly become a quirky annual tradition.
We’ll keep you …
Golden Bike Awards
As part of the Volunteer Appreciation party last night, the Community Cycling Center held its own awards ceremony for all the great volunteers who …
Give!Guide Results Are In
The final results are in, and with your help, the Community Cycling Center ranked 7th in overall fundraising with a total of $20,434 raised in the …
CCC Rocks Alice Award Nominations
We are proud to announce that among the Alice Award nominees for 2008, no fewer than five have strong connections to the Community Cycling Center!…
Get $5 Off Worst Day Ride Registration
A new year means it’s time to sign up for the coldest, wettest, most awesome ride ever! Registration is now open for the annual Worst Day of the…
2008 Brings Changes for CCC
Here at the Community Cycling Center, we are bringing in the New Year with some changes we would like to share with you.
If you receive our monthl…
Bike Clubs Awarded Grant
The Fred Meyer Family Foundation recently awarded a $7,500 grant to the Community Cycling Center to be used in our Youth Earn-a-Bike program. Our…
Update on Office Space
Thank you to everyone who has contacted us to express concern or assistance in the aftermath of the accident earlier this month. For those of you w…
Drink Coffee for the CCC!
Nossa Familia coffee is donating 50 cents for every pound of coffee sold in December at New Seasons stores. Now you can get your daily fix while s…
CCC Suffers Effects of Recent Collision
Last Saturday afternoon, a truck ran into the wall of the Community Cycling Center, causing major damage to both the outside mural and to our offic…
500 Children Get Bikes for the Holidays
Thanks to the hard work of hundreds of volunteers, donors, and parterning agencies, 500 children took home their very own refurbished bicycles, new…
Get Wild With Holiday Bike Drive
The final installment of our Holiday Bike Drive Trilogy is cleaned, repaired, and ready to go. Meet the one we call Tierra del Fuego. He’s one part…
Gamma Ray Gorgeous
For some, a gamma ray might simply refer to a high energy photon, but for some lucky kid at Holiday Bike Drive, Gamma Ray is the sweet violaceous G…
Holiday Bike Drive Gets Ambitious
We got a little excited while registering children for our Holiday Bike Drive! Instead of signing up 500 kids, we signed up 519 — with the help o…
Bike Safety Club Featured in The Oregonian
Last Friday, The Oregonian ran an article featuring the Community Cycling Center’s Bike Safety Club at Lent Elementary. "Where are all the kids on …
Introducing “America”– Holiday Bike Drive Style
Remember our Holiday Bike Drive insiders? We’re following 3 bikes from collection to Holiday Bike Drive when they’ll go home with some lucky bo…
The Secret Lives of Holiday Bike Drive Bikes
These are the chosen few, the proud, the Holiday Bike Drive insiders — bikes we’ve plucked fresh from bike collections to follow through the cou…
Check Us Out in the 2007 Give!Guide
The Community Cycling Center has been selected by the Willamette Week for inclusion in the 2007 Give!Guide, a holiday season fundraiser that genera…
Join “See and Be Seen” Bike Light Parade
The City of Portland Office of Transportation, Portland State University, and the Community Cycling Center have teamed up with Lamar Advertising on…
Community Cycling Center’s Neal Armstrong Wins Skidmore Prize
The Community Cycling Center is proud to announce that Volunteer & Events Manager Neal Armstrong has been named one of four Skidmore Prize winners …
Welcome New Board Members
The Community Cycling Center is happy to announce Augusto Carneiro and Tom Ralley as our newest Board Members.
Augusto Cameriro loves bikes, “…
Winter Hours Start Today
This is just a reminder that starting today, the Community Cycling Center shop is keeping winter hours. Not to worry, though, we will still be open…
Upcoming Bike Collections
Have you always wanted to donate a bike to the Community Cycling Center but it’s never convenient to stop by our shop at 1700 NE Alberta? Well, thi…
And the Winner Is…
This Sunday’s Open House brought together more than fifty people, new and familiar to the Community Cycling Center. Volunteers, participants, new a…
Holiday Bike Drive Season Is Here!
Each year, hundreds of volunteers spend thousands of hours preparing bikes to give away to children at our Holiday Bike Drive in December. This t…
Celebrate at Our Open House
The Community Cycling Center is proud to celebrate the rollout of our new mission statement with a community Open House. Everyone is welcome to j…
Create a Commuter Connects Those in Need
Last week, Jay Dean, Adult Program Coordinator and Mary Dzieweczynski, Program Director, headed out to the Portland Homeless Connect event at the O…
Love Bikes? Join Our Team!
The Community Cycling Center is looking for a few community-oriented, bike-loving people to join our team. Open positions include Administrative an…
$15,000 Raised at Cycle Oregon
Last weekend, hundreds of cyclists finished up the sometimes grueling, always gorgeous 481-mile Cycle Oregon route, and the Community Cycling Cente…
The CCC is Proud to Present…
…Mary Dzieweczynski, the Community Cycling Center’s new Program Director! Mary called Seattle home for more than ten years before she moved to Po…
Look For Us at Cycle Oregon
If you are headed to Cycle Oregon this weekend, don’t forget to look us up! We’ll be available all week detailing bikes to raise money to support o…
All Good Things Must End
Summer is ending and so has the Community Cycling Center’s Bike Summer Camp. We had a great summer with awesome games, trips to the fire station, i…
Volunteer Profile: Dave McQuery
Dave McQuery is a familiar face around the Community Cycling Center. Whether he’s building up Create a Commuter bikes, supervising voluntee…
Random Acts of Bike Safety
Get Lit is a Community Cycling Center program that practices random acts of safety. We stake out an event or neighborhood at dusk and wait for unsu…
Hottest Day of the Year Ride
We can definitely say we had the coolest Hottest Day of the Year Ride on Sunday. The temperature hovered around 65 degrees most of the day. Luckily, we Portlanders don’t even notice a little cloud cover as evidenced by the pre-ride smiles and post-ride silliness….
Join our Team…
If you love bikes and connecting to the community please apply for a position…
Safety Resources for Parents
Developed for our Holiday Bike Drive, we’ve just posted our popular Bike Safety for Parents brochure online. Available in four languages thanks t…
Hot off the Presses – Annual Report!
We had another amazing year of sharing the love of bicycles with the community. Every day we see beaming smiles from people buying refurbished bicy…
SIGN UP NOW! Class and Camp Openings
Sign up today for Bike Maintenance Class starting on July 25!
Summer Camp has been great so far. Sign up for Standard Camp (8/6), Advanced Rider…
Eduard and Alex
When asked what he’s learning in Bike Safety Club, Woodmere Elementary School participant Eduard excitedly begins his list, "Hand signals, stoppin…
Report from the Field
Our spring Bike Safety Clubs are swiftly coming to an end. A very exciting end. This summer there will be approximately 120 new young riders on the…
Summer Camp for Adults
Spend this summer getting to know all about your favorite vehicle by taking our popular bike maintenance class.
Our next class with openings run…
Ride of Silence – WOW
On Wednesday evening, about 250 cyclists joined Commissioner Sam Adams…
Join our Team…
Come spend the summer outside riding bikes with the Community Cycling Center. Join our Summer Day Camp team and lead week-long day camps throug…
Fewer Bike Donations a Quandary
The Oregonian investigated why bike donations are down from years past, a worrying trend for the Community Cycling Center’s earn-a-bike programs. The Oregonian found the Community Cycling Center isn’t the only one feeling the effects.
Now on eBay…
Now specialized items donated to the Community Cycling Center that won’t easily find a home in our bike shop are available for purchase through e…
Bike Safety Clubs in the News
Our spring programming is in full gear, with our signature Bike Safety Club program running at 7 elementary schools in North and Outer SE Portland….
Learn to Fix Your Bike!
Our bike maintenance classes are a great way to kick off spring with some new bike knowledge! Learn a range of repair and maintenance skills to kee…
New Website!
On March 12, 2007 we launched our new website. The new look and navigation is meant to provide better access to the range of programs and services …
Bike Summer Camp!
Hey Early Birds,
Our Bike Summer Camp schedule is set and we’re gearing up for another terrific summer of active bike fun.
New this year is a…