The board has recently received reports of, and some of us have personally observed, the unsafe practice of riders passing others who have stopped or are slowing down, especially at intersections with STOP signs. This behavior poses significant safety risks, and can be especially hazardous in high-traffic areas, though it… Read More
I know that you expect me to yammer on about irrelevant things before getting to the topic of concern, but for those of you who look forward to the yammering, this will be a disappointment, since I will get to the point after this first sentence. The Point(s): 1. Read More
Each recent December (except the Covid-19 years when we had no income to speak of) PBC Treasurer Corey Eng has produced a financial assessment to allow your board to determine what, if any, charitable contributions might be made to share our monetary success with other bicycle-focused organizations in our… Read More
PBC MERCH: Club socks are here! Get your club socks at meetings or any club ride where ANN MORROW is. Only $10. Cash only, no plastic. A second version of the socks includes the words “Ride Leader” and will be gifted to our 2024 ride leaders at the annual… Read More
If you are new to the club or an infrequent meeting attendee, December’s meeting is the one to turn out for – SnowCap collections, swap meet, and yummy dessert potluck await you! What better way to help celebrate and embrace the spirit of the holidays. SnowCap donations will be… Read More
The December 5 club meeting will include the election of the 2025 executive board. Most of the board officers have agreed to run again. Others are ready to step away after their volunteer stint, and we will need replacements. Remember that our club is a democratic non-profit, and any member… Read More
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 the award Reasons the member deserves the award Your name Each year Portland Bicycling Club members nominate… Read More
A topic at the September executive board meeting was the practice of a whole group of riders rolling through an intersection controlled by a stop sign. I sent the following email to Chris Thomas of Thomas, Coon, Newton & Frost. Read More
