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Biking in Portland

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Information and resources for biking in Portland provided by the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) including planning your bike route, navigating Portland's streets by bike, maintaining your bike and free biking events.
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Bike Commute Basics workshop

Almost ready to start commuting by bike but you still have a few questions? We've got answers! Join us as we discuss how to solve common issues for people biking for transportation.

4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Classes and Activities
graphic of a person's head and shoulders wearing a bike helmet and with text stating "Bike Commuting Basics Workshop" along with date, time and location, and logos for PBOT and GoLloyd

Bike Maintenance Basics workshop

Keep your bike happy and you'll be happy! We’ll show and practice several simple techniques to make sure your ride is smooth and safe, including lubrication, brakes, tire care and more. You’re welcome to bring your bike, but not required. Free and open to everyone.

4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Classes and Activities
graphic of a wrench and screwdriver crossed and with text stating "Bike Maintenance Basics Workshop" along with date, time and location, and logos for PBOT and GoLloyd

Explore Downtown bike ride

See how easy it is to ride around downtown on this short tour. Start with free coffee -and maybe $50 Kuto credit - at the Ride Every Wednesday event. If you take transit to get downtown we'll provide a free BIKETOWN code for this ride.

8:00 am – 9:00 am
Classes and Activities
Gwen Shaw of Better Block PDX smiles in the rain on Better Naito Forever while on her bike next to other smiling bike riders. Photo by PBOT.

Southeast to Downtown bike ride - Woodstock Park

Practice riding into downtown with a supportive group and get free coffee -and maybe $50 Kuto credit - at the end! Continue the fun on the Explore Downtown ride, right after coffee.

7:00 am – 8:00 am
Classes and Activities
Graphic of a step-thru bike with a teal frame, white tires and a front basket, over the PBOT logo and Portland city seal.

East Portland Neighborhood Bike Fair

The East Portland Neighborhood Bike Fair at Ventura Elementary is a free family-friendly event!

3:45 pm – 6:45 pm
Community Event
PBOT staffer helping two children with their bike wheel.

Explore Downtown bike ride

See how easy it is to ride around downtown on this short tour. Start with free coffee -and maybe $50 Kuto credit - at the Ride Every Wednesday event. If you take transit to get downtown we'll provide a free BIKETOWN code for this ride.

8:00 am – 9:00 am
Classes and Activities

Southeast to Downtown bike ride

Practice riding into downtown with a supportive group and get free coffee -and maybe $50 Kuto credit - at the end! Continue the fun on the Explore Downtown ride, right after coffee.

7:00 am – 8:00 am
Classes and Activities
Graphic of a step-thru bike with a teal frame, white tires and a front basket, over the PBOT logo and Portland city seal.

February Flowers Ride

Portland's mild climate means there's always something interesting growing. If you're new to biking or new to Portland join us and see!

10:00 am – 12:30 pm
Classes and Activities
Several people on bicycles ride over a street intersection that is painted with flowers.

Winter Bike Maintenance workshop

Keep your bike happy no matter the weather! We’ll show and practice several simple techniques to make sure your winter rides are smooth and safe, including lubrication, brakes, tire care and more. You’re welcome to bring your bike, but not required. Free and open to everyone.

4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
Classes and Activities
A person uses a pump to inflate the tire of the bike behind them.

Blumenauer Bridge Celebration Ride

Join us for a tour of bikeways that overcome obstacles in Portland’s Central City. We’ll see several of Portland's solutions for making comfortable bike routes in a dense urban environment.
Great for folks new to biking, new to the city or, like the Blumenauer Bridge, both.

1:30 pm – 3:45 pm
Community Event
Blumenauer Bridge Rendering from the Lloyd District

Opening Day Celebration for the Congressman Earl Blumenauer Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge

You're invited to a community celebration of Portland's newest car-free bridge! Join us for pop-up block parties on nearby streets, design tours, pedestrian and bike parades, and meet local vendors and community organizations all gathering to celebrate the bridge's opening day.

Community Event
Confetti rains down on a silhouette of the Blumenauer Bridge against a light blue background. Below a bright orange bow tie, words read Congressman Earl Blumenauer Bridge opening day celebration July 31, 2022

Bike Break – Biking tips and live Q&A

Take an afternoon break to love your bike. We’ll talk about rolling with new routines. Maybe you've got a new bike? A new commute? A new bikeway nearby?
Bring your questions and join Timo and Matt for a look into dealing with changes and making them changes for the better!

2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Classes and Activities

Bike Break – Biking tips and live Q&A

Take an afternoon break to love your bike. We’ll share tips on finding a low-stress route, talk about what makes Greenways great (including special improvements to cross busy streets), and celebrate biking for everybody & any body - diverse groups to ride with and news about Adaptive BIKETOWN.

3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Classes and Activities

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