Comics Underground was lovely and ridiculous. Thanks to Allison Hallett and Erik Henriksen for inviting me to participate, thanks to Katie Lane, Dylan Meconis, and Steve Lieber for playing along, and most especially thanks to Sarah Burrini whose fabulous artwork … Keep reading
Category Archives: Bike
Like riding a bicycle
So earlier this summer, my bike was stolen. I didn’t tell you then, Internet friends, because I had just told you about another incident of burglarization and I thought that detailing two in a row would verge on whiny. I’d … Keep reading
Yet more bicycle euphoria
Do you know, Portlanders, that there is an I-205 bike path? I discovered it today and felt that I had learned one of the city’s secrets. I rode along, saying “On your left, pardon me, thank you” to the occasional … Keep reading
Another bike-related post (Soon I will stop, I promise.)
It’s just that I experienced both extremes of Attitudes Toward Cyclists during the same ride: Take One: After work, I’m part of a large bicycle flock occupying the majority of N. Vancouver Avenue. As we approach the corner of Vancouver … Keep reading
Convalescence, commuting, congratulations
That crud I had, summer cold 2.0., I was already recovering. But thirteen miles worth of biking today really made me feel better. I can feel myself turning into yet another one of Portland’s bicycle evangelists, a gleam in my … Keep reading
Dear City of Portland
I commend you for having sidewalks upon which I can ride my bicycle, thus avoiding the scarier traffic on the busier thoroughfares, such as the Avenue of Roses. However, I must regretfully also mention that curb cuts are present only … Keep reading