Newsletter Articles

Submit Your Non-Club Event Rides for Mileage Approval
January 31, 2025

Long, long ago, when this club was known by another name, our executive board members determined to encourage our club members to venture out and try something new. Support another bike club or charity. Mingle with other cyclists who were not sporting our club jersey. Some… Read More

Awards Banquet: PARTY! PARTY! PARTY!
December 31, 2024

What’s your favorite part of a fun get-together with your peeps? Dessert? Ummm… Well… We’re working on it! We KNOW how important that is to you. Adult beverage? It’s yours, with a no-host bar! A delicious sit-down dinner with someone other than your significant other to talk to? Yes!… Read More

STP Finish Line Coordinator Needed
December 31, 2024

  The Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic will be the weekend of July 12-13, 2025, and Portland Bicycling Club will once again join with Cascade Bicycle Club of Seattle to manage the Finish Line in Portland for an anticipated 6,000 cyclists. We are urgently looking for a Finish Line Coordinator. Read More

Safety: The Hidden Risks of Curb Extensions
December 31, 2024

Bicycling is a healthy and environmentally friendly way to travel, but it’s not without its risks. A growing concern for cyclists is the unexpected impact of curb extensions, which can force bicyclists into traffic lanes with little or no warning. These design changes, often made to improve pedestrian safety, can… Read More

Reach the Beach Training Ride Series Open to All
December 31, 2024

A long-time favorite event ride is Reach the Beach. The route has been tweaked for 2025, no longer finishing in Pacific City and no longer finishing in Astoria. It’s been reworked a bit, so you will reach the beach of the ocean once again – not a river! For many,… Read More

PBC Elections
December 1, 2024

The December club meeting on the 5th will include the election of the 2025 executive board. Some current board officers have expressed a desire to serve another term, and others would like to step down. However, this does not mean any incumbent can’t be challenged. All positions are available… Read More

You Are Invited: PBC Awards Banquet
December 1, 2024

Early in the New Year PBC always puts on an AWARDS BANQUET to celebrate the past cycling year. Thursday, February 6, 2025, is BANQUET night, and we hope you will come. Even if you are new to the club, it’s the perfect… Read More

Nominations for Awards Deadline Fast Approaching
December 1, 2024

Each year Portland Bicycling Club members nominate individuals they believe have shown exceptional effort over the course of the year. This is a reminder to send nominations for awards by email to [email protected]. Please include: Name of the member you’re nominating Title of… Read More