The December 1 club meeting included board elections for 2023. Members will mostly see familiar faces as their representatives, with Richard Higgins joining in as a member at large, and Mark Barnes and Doug Myers changing seats. Mark is now our president, and Doug is now a member at… Read More
We are extremely fortunate to have been so highly successful for a 51-year-old, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in the heart of a large cycling community in PDX. Be proud! After two years of being out of commission due to the pandemic, all your hard work volunteering has finally resulted in our… Read More
Banks-Vernonia State Trail Near the end of each year, at the December board meeting, your board assesses the financial status of the club with the guidance of our treasurer and determines if there are sufficient funds to allow us (Portland Bicycling Club) to share our prosperity with the… Read More
I have noted that in winter, unlike the other seasons, I often recognize many of the cyclists on the road. Our members appear to be more dedicated to cycling year-round than other northwest residents. Although safe cycling requires situational awareness in all seasons, winter presents a unique combination of hazards. … Read More
Your revered and glorious road captains are holding a workshop for ride leaders and ride leader wannabes. SAVE THIS DATE: Wednesday, February 8, 2023, 7:00-9:00 PM, at All Saints Episcopal Church, 4033 SE Woodstock Blvd., Portland. Q&A: Why is this called a workshop? Nobody knows what to… Read More
While the December club member meeting hosted a modest number in attendance, the generosity of those present was overflowing! I always try to get to the meeting a bit early to set up the collection table, but this year I arrived to find the table already half… Read More
What, now? Yes, non-club event rides earning club mileage. It is actually a very descriptive title and means what it says. Each year PBC allots at least ten bicycle rides (that are not official club rides) the prestige of earning our club members MILEAGE credit. The precise criteria can be… Read More
PRESIDENT (Vote for one) Hi, my name is Mark Barnes. I am running for president. I recently retired and have enjoyed getting back to my passion of bike riding. I would like to transition this passion for riding into helping others get excited about biking. My background includes… Read More
