Monthly Archives: March 2020

E508 – Brent does ebike delivery

March 31, 2020Bicycling, Car Ownership, Cargo, Commerce, E-Bikes, Food, Urban Design, Weathersprocketpodcast

Brent Hammer joins us to talk about his experiences in ebike delivery, including what happens when you crash in the rain and crush your customer’s burrito (it’s better than you think), and what he enjoys about the sunny season coming up.

Thanks to our nationally recognized “top beer bar in Oregon” beverage sponsor, The Beer Mongers, and, as always, thanks to our generous Patreon donors that keep us going!

Calendar:

NOTE: we are posting the events read on this recording, but many events have been cancelled or postponed due to emerging public health concerns. Verify before attending, make safe decisions, and best wishes until we can plan things again!

May 9 – Mohawk Valley Metric Century, Armitage Park, Eugene OR
June 13 – Hop Head Hundred in Independence, OR
July 11 – The Ladd’s 500, Fifth First Annual, Portland OR
August 15th – Swift Summit 200/100 V.4 in Lebanon, OR
August 16th – Swift Summit NW Hill Climb (location unknown) TT p/b Chamois Butt’r

2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis
1st Friday of every month SF Bike Party
2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party
Also, 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party
Also, Also, 2nd Friday of Every Month East Bay Bike Party
3rd Friday of every month is the San Jose Bike Party
Last Friday of every month: Baltimore Bike Party
The 1st Saturday of every month Civil Unrest Ride in PDX
Every 2nd Sunday of every month in PDX: Corvidae Bike Club Ride
The last Sunday of every month is the Vintage & Classic ride in Huntsville, AL

UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES:
Bend, OR – April 16th
Montrose, CO – April 16th
Kelowna, B.C. – April 30th
18th Annual – May 14th -> 17th Hollywood Theatre Portland, OR
Rogers, AK – June 4th
Salt Lake City, UT – TBD
Crested Butte, CO – June 25th
Alvdal, Norway – Sept 4th
Sacramento, CA – Oct 23
Boise, ID January 23

HEADLINES:
From nydailynews: NY Governor Calls to Ban Cars…

BikePortland: Bike shops can remain open under Oregon Governor’s ‘stay home’ order

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Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal
music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines)
graphic design: Marcus Norman
web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com
email us: thesprocketpodcast@gmail.com
phone/SMS: 503-847-9774
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Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs:
Shadowfoot, Wayne Norman, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien,Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Andre Johnson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall, Lillian Karabaic, Paula Funatake, Spartan Dale, Bike Initiative Keweenaw, Sarah G, Adam D, Go Dig A Hole, Beth Hamon, Greg Murphy, Mayra M, Oso, Isaac M, David C, Five Oh Three

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E507c – SprocketShift Happy Hour #2

March 29, 2020Uncategorizedsprocketpodcast

Pedalshift & The Sprocket Podcast continue getting together for online happy hours in these unusual times. This is the second, recorded on March 20, 2020, featuring friend of the show Greg in California and former Sprocket guests EJ & Ellie!

Stay tuned to the news on our social media feeds for info about the next, or visit pedalshift.net/happyhour to view old video and learn about upcoming events.

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E507b – SprocketShift Happy Hour #1

March 28, 2020Uncategorizedsprocketpodcast

Pedalshift & The Sprocket Podcast have been getting together for online happy hours in these unusual times. This is the first, recorded on March 15, 2020, featuring, among others, friend of the show Eric Iverson!

Stay tuned to the news on our social media feeds for info about the next, or visit pedalshift.net/happyhour to view old video and learn about upcoming events.

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E507 – Cascadian Courier Collective

March 21, 2020Bicycling, Business, Cargo, Commerce, Commuting, Food, Infrastructure, Urban Designsprocketpodcast

Ponce Christie of Cascadia Courrier Collective spends some time with us in our virtual studio (look how big it is inside!) discussing food delivery and how to be a smart bicyclist in Portland’s traffic. Get your local orders filled in town using their system at pdxccc.com and stop being hungry. If you live outside of town, network with your local bicycle couriers, or start your own delivery business. 🙂

Thanks to our nationally recognized “top beer bar in Oregon” beverage sponsor, The Beer Mongers, and, as always, thanks to our generous Patreon donors that keep us going!

Also Guthrie covers a song, “Wrote And The Writ” by Johnny Flynn on his ukelele.

Calendar:

March 21st – Fernweh Good Co-Group Hike V2 (with Ashley Lance!)
May 9 – Mohawk Valley Metric Century, Armitage Park, Eugene OR
June 13 – Hop Head Hundred in Independence, OR
July 11 – The Ladd’s 500, Fifth First Annual, Portland OR
August 15th – Swift Summit 200/100 V.4 in Lebanon, OR
August 16th – Swift Summit NW Hill Climb (location unknown) TT p/b Chamois Butt’r

UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES:

Bend, OR – April 16th
Montrose, CO – April 16th
Kelowna, B.C. – April 30th
18th Annual – May 14th -> 17th Hollywood Theatre Portland, OR
Rogers, AK – June 4th
Salt Lake City, UT – TBD
Crested Butte, CO – June 25th
Alvdal, Norway – Sept 4th
Sacramento, CA – Oct 23
Boise, ID January 23

HEADLINES:
ODOT reopens and extends public comment period for Rose Quarter Freeway Expansion

MAIL:
Voicemail from George

From J. Leko – Rain Capes & the telescoping Brompton seat post

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E506 – Gladys Bikes Passes The Torch

March 16, 2020Advocacy, Bicycling, Business, Communication, Commuting, Fun, Mechanics, Urban Designsprocketpodcast

photo courtesy of Gladys Bikes

Leah Benson was the proprietor of the iconic Gladys Bikes shop on Portland, Oregon’s Alberta Street. Cassie Hidalgo is the new owner! We chat with them about the shop, the transition from one era to another, and whether artisan jello shots will be the next can’t-get-enough trend out of Portland. As always, visit the shop and its exquisite saddle library (among many other things) at 2905 Alberta Street! Read Leah’s post about her departure and Cassie’s introductory post on the shop’s website.

Thanks to our nationally recognized “top beer bar in Oregon” beverage sponsor, The Beer Mongers, and, as always, thanks to our generous Patreon donors that keep us going!

Calendar:
NOTE: we are posting the events read on this recording, but many events have been cancelled or postponed due to emerging public health concerns. Verify before attending, make safe decisions, and best wishes until we can plan things again!
March 18th – Oregon Field Guide viewing party at Evolution Fitness, 7pm
March 21st – Fernweh Good Co-Gropu Hike V2 (with Ashley Lance!)
May 9 – Mohawk Valley Metric Century, Armitage Park, Eugene OR
June 13 – Hop Head Hundred in Independence, OR
August 15th – Swift Summit 200/100 V.4 in Lebanon, OR
August 16th – Swift Summit NW Hill Climb (location unknown) TT p/b Chamois Butt’r

UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES:
Bend, OR – March 19th
Pittsburg, PA – March 22nd
Bend, OR – April 16th
Sacramento, CA – May 6th
18th Annual – May 14th -> 17th Hollywood Theatre Portland, OR
Crested Butte, CO – June 25th
Alvdal, Norway – Sept 4th

MAIL:
Re: E490 Mr. T Talks Bike builds – Spartan Dale

Dan asks: What do the 5-timers patches look like?

Richard W comments on E497: “I LOVE THE EXPANSE !!!!!”

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This week’s end credits music courtesy of Jacob Lizzotte (YouTube channel)

Produced at STREAM PDX thanks to Open Signal
music: Ryan J. Lane (intro & outro) & Hurtbird (headlines)
graphic design: Marcus Norman
web: http://thesprocketpodcast.com
email us: thesprocketpodcast@gmail.com
phone/SMS: 503-847-9774
Twitter & instagram: @SprocketPodcast
Donate: Patreon (ongoing), Venmo (one time) or Square Cash (one-time)

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E505 – Chris For Metro!

March 7, 2020Advocacy, Bicycling, Housing, Infrastructure, The Law, Transit, Urban Design, Volunteeringsprocketpodcast

Chris Smith is a favorite repeat guest, and while we know he’s an incredibly smart guy, the general public is about to learn how much he can help the Portland region! Chris is tossing his hat into the ring in the upcoming May election for Metro Councilor in the regional government that helps to regulate transportation, housing, and environmental matter, among other things. There are some times when it feels good to be an independent platform, and we are excited to endorse him as the best choice for the job. Listen to our chat with him here, read the great recent BikePortland article about his campaign, and visit chrisformetro.com to dive into supporting him!

Thanks to our nationally recognized as “top beer bar in Oregon” beverage sponsor, The Beer Mongers, and, as always, thanks to our generous Patreon donors that keep us going!

Calendar:
March 8th – International Womanx’s day ride / food drive fr bradley angle house benefiting survivors of domestic assault,
March 8th – Magpie Ride (*check corvidae facebook for both this and above.)
March 18th – Oregon Field Guide viewing party at Evolution Fitness, 7pm
March 21st – Fernweh Good Co-Gropu Hike V2 (with Ashley Lance!)
May 9 – Mohawk Valley Metric Century, Armitage Park, Eugene OR
June 13 – Hop Head Hundred in Independence, OR
August 15th – Swift Summit 200/100 V.4 in Lebanon, OR
August 16th – Swift Summit NW Hill Climb (location unknown) TT p/b Chamois Butt’r

UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES:
Columbus, OH – March 1st
Idaho Falls, ID – March 5th
Ithica, NY – March 10th
Bend, OR – March 19th
Pittsburg, PA – March 22nd
Bend, OR – April 16th
Sacramento, CA – May 6th
18th Annual – May 14th -> 17th Hollywood Theatre Portland, OR
Crested Butte, CO – June 25th
Alvdal, Norway – Sept 4th

HEADLINES:
BeerMongers secures vote for best in state according to CraftBeer.com

From Willamette Week via Brock: It’s now a violation of portland city code for drive-thru windows to refuse to serve people who pedal & walk to the window

Shadowfoot, Wayne Norman, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien,Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart (who’s a time traveler), Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Andre Johnson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Nathan Poulton, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Harry Hugel, E.J. Finneran, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall, Lillian Karabaic, Paula Funatake, Spartan Dale, Bike Initiative Keweenaw, Sarah G, Adam D, Go Dig A Hole, Beth Hamon, Greg Murphy, Mayra M, Oso, Isaac M

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E504 – Armando Keeps Us Up To Date

March 1, 2020Bicycling, Funsprocketpodcast

Armando joins Aaron & Guthrie to chat about the state of bike fun and function in Portland!

Thanks to our beverage sponsor, The Beer Mongers, and, as always, thanks to our generous Patreon donors that keep us going!

Calendar:
March 18th – Oregon Field Guide viewing party at Evolution Fitness, 7pm
May 9 – Mohawk Valley Metric Century, Armitage Park, Eugene OR
June 13 – Hop Head Hundred in Independence, OR
August 15th – Swift Summit 200/100 V.4 in Lebanon, OR
August 16th – Swift Summit NW Hill Climb (location unknown) TT p/b Chamois Butt’r

UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES:
Columbus, OH – March 1st
Idaho Falls, ID – March 5th
Ithica, NY – March 10th
Bend, OR – March 19th
Pittsburg, PA – March 22nd
Bend, OR – April 16th
Sacramento, CA – May 6th
18th Annual – May 14th -> 17th Hollywood Theatre Portland, OR
Crested Butte, CO – June 25th
Alvdal, Norway – Sept 4th

HEADLINES:
Lawsuit Claims Portland Illegally Lets Drivers Park Too Close To Intersections

You Are Here: California Stories on the Map

Chris Smith: I’m running for Metro Council!

MAIL:
Susan B: bone healing

From J. Leko: 2 questions

From Devon (@devonzuegel) via Glenn? What are some of the world’s most pleasant long bike rides?

From Brian (Shadowfoot): Your phone plans are overpriced.