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...
View ArticleReviews 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...
View ArticleLocal bag bonanza – buy a bag and receive a stainless coffee mug
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist We have stuffed our bike shop to the gills with locally made bags in preparation for your summer bike adventures! During the month of June, buy any North...
View ArticleShop 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:...
View ArticleProduct Review: Topeak Morph Pumps
By David Kurushima, Retail Manager It’s prime touring season, the perfect time to head out on two wheels for a long trip. Whether you are making a day-trip to the Gorge or riding cross country with the...
View ArticleOur 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...
View ArticleShop tip: carrying stuff on your bike
Patrick Loftus; Service Manager Figuring out how to comfortably and safely carry stuff on your bike can greatly improve your riding experience. In this shop tip we’ll look at the pros and cons of...
View ArticlePack a pannier and save 25%
By Britt Appleton, Social Media Specialist During the month of September, pick from our large selection of bags, fill your new bag with any new parts and accessories you want, and we will give you 25%...
View ArticleOur 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...
View ArticleReviews 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...
View ArticleShop 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...
View ArticleDon’t miss our big HOLIDAY SALE at the bike shop – Save 25%
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager This winter, get bike-friendly gifts for the bike lovers in your life at our bike shop and save big. From November 15th until the end of...
View ArticleShop tip: tire inflation, valve types, and picking the right tube
By Patrick Loftus, Service Manager This seems like a simple subject, but it’s one of the more common questions we get in our bike shop and it’s surprisingly complicated. Today’s shop tip will...
View ArticleRefurbishment special returns – $100 OFF!
Over the next month, your bike will see the elements Portland commuters have become accustomed to: rain, mud, and the dreaded wintry mix. It could probably use some love. We want to make it easy for...
View ArticleRetail Product Reviews: WTB Saddles
By David Kurushima, Retail Manager At the Community Cycling Center, we are all about removing barriers to bicycling—whether it be providing access to affordable bikes and cycling education, or working...
View ArticleShop Tip: emergency roadside repairs
By Patrick Loftus, Service Manager A while back we covered what tools are good to carry with you on your commute. This month we’ll talk about some tips and tricks for repairs when you don’t have the...
View ArticleProduct review: Skadokeys!
By David Kurushima, Retail Manager Here at our shop, some of our most cherished bike parts are the cheap accessories that get salvaged from inexpensive kids’ bikes. Why? Because kids get all the sweet...
View ArticleSupport local and receive a Community Cycling Center water bottle or bell
By Melinda Musser, Communications & Marketing Manager For the month of May, our bike shop is highlighting locally-owned companies! Check out our new selection of backpacks and messenger bags from...
View ArticleShop tip: fun rides in Portland
By Patrick Loftus, Service Manager For what will be my final shop tip, we’re going to step outside the bike shop and talk about sweet places to ride in Portland. These are just a few of my favorite...
View ArticleShop tip: The exciting world of disc brake maintenance
By Forrest Scott, Mechanic This month’s shop tip covers pad replacement and adjustment for mechanical disc brakes. Since the Avid BB7 model is increasingly common as stock equipment for commuting...
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