Category Archives: Commerce

E512 – B•Line’s Sam Appelbaum

April 27, 2020Business, Cargo, Commerce, Infrastructure, Urban Designsprocketpodcast

Sam Appelbaum joins us from B-Line Sustainable Urban Delivery! The cargo-tricycle-based logistics company has a few things up its hard-working sleeves, such as the Greater good box and Green Wheels from local market New Seasons. Sam also chats about trains, hammocks, COVID-19 era coworking, and the Skyline Tavern Tuesday ride!

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: Due to COVID-19, The Sprocket Podcast is choosing to read only events starting in July or later, however, each week we’ll be picking on of our recurring events to showcase and highlight, to get you pumped for when they are able to return. We checked on those we could – please let us know if your event has a date change, and let us know what new events are happening in your area!

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)

Showcase One! This week – the DC Bike Party!

UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES:
Alvdal, Norway – Sept 4th
Sacramento, CA – Oct 23
Boise, ID January 23

Fine Print
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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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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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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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E441 – Bike Craft 2018!

November 29, 2018Bicycling, Business, Commerce, Fun, Mechanicssprocketpodcast

Bike Craft is Portland’s holiday market for people on bikes and those who love them! Joe Biel & Brian come by to fill us in on this year’s event. More info at bikecraftpdx.com

As always, thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers & our generous Patreon donors.

Calendar
2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis
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
Last friday of every month: Baltimore Bike Party
Every 2nd Sunday of every month in PDX: Corvidae Bike Club Ride

Nov. 27: Bike to Winter Woderland “Bike the Lights”
Nov. 29: Brompton Storytime (Minneapolis)
Dec. 2: Reed Ravine Ramble
Dec 9: Kimmy Cross Alleycross Race
Dec.15 and16 Bike Craft
Jan. 8: Bowie Birthday Ride

UPCOMING Filmed By Bike TOUR DATES:
Hood River, OR – December 7
Bendigo, Australia – November 30
Phoenix, AZ – November 17
Boise, ID – January 18
Los Angeles, CA – January 27
Arcata, CA – March 15

Headlines & Mail
unrecorded this week due to building security! coming next show.

Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs:
Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Ethan Georgi, 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, Chris Rawson, 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, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro, Jimmy Diesel, dudeluna, Matthew Rooks, Marshall, Lillian Karabaic, Paula Funatake, Spartan Dale

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E387 – Bike Craft 2017!

November 22, 2017Bicycling, Commerce, Funsprocketpodcast

Elly Blue and Joe Biel of Microcosm Publishing and Brian “VeloGioielli” are here to talk about Bike Craft and holiday shopping with ethics. Get your locally produced bicycle-related goods for the people you care about this holiday season!

Also, Guthrie MC’d his first event with the Sprocket, and Aaron got his flight schedules mixed up.

Calendar
2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party
Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party
Nov 23: Dead Streets Ride
Nov 28: Winter Wonderland Bike the Lights Ride
Dec 1: Pedalshift turns 100!
Dec 2: Portland Podcast Festival (with Sprocket Podcast!!!)
Dec. 15-17 BikeCraft 2017

Headlines
From streetsblog.org
By Michael Andersen, PlacesForBikes
Bikes and Transit Keep Racking Up Ballot Wins

From bikeportland.org
Mt. Tabor neighborhood votes 45-5 against diverters at 50th and Lincoln

Mail
From Don B in PDX: “why did you ignore the rest of the Tim Boyle article?”

Chris Smith answers our questions about the Trimet Bond Measure

Sponsor Gregory Braithwaite takes us to task on pronunciation

Todd G. in DC: “so many bike shares, so little time.”

Thanks to our sustaining donors for supporting our show costs:
Logan Smith, Shadowfoot, Kathrina Mellemgaard, Wayne Norman, Doug Robertson, Ethan Georgi, Justin Martin, Eric Iverson, Cameron Lien, Richard Wezensky, Tim Mooney, Glenn Kubish, Matt Kelly, Eric Weisz, Todd Parker, Dan Gebhart, Zoe Campagna, Dave Knows, Chris Smith, Christi Caister, Caleb Jenkinson, JP Kewley, Peanut Butter Jar Matt, Sebastien Poule, Marco Lo, Rich Otterstrom, Andrew in Colorado, Drew the Welder, Anna, Jon Wasserman, Andre Johnson, Josh Zisson, Richard G, Guthrie Straw, Kampcite, Aaron Green, Mac Nurse David, Kathy at Cycling Walking Eating Talking, Nathan Poulton, Chris Rawson, Rory in Michigan, Michael Flournoy, Jeremy Kitchen, David Belais, Tim Coleman, Mr. T, Harry Hugel, Ed Whitman, E.J. Finneran, Paul Culbertson, Brad Hipwell, Thomas Skadow, Keith Hutchison, Ranger Tom, Joyce Wilson, Ryan Tam, Derek Waggoner, Jason Aufdenberg, Microcosm Publishing, David Moore, Dennis O’Brien, Todd Groesbeck, Chris Barron, Sean Baird, Simon, Gregory Braithwaite, Ryan Mauro

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