Bicycle trip planning tool
byCycle's web site includes an online bicycle trip planner for the Portland metropolitan region.
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Bike there!
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Biking is a great choice for short to medium trips. In a region known for great cycling, there are many reasons to consider biking as a transportation option from cost savings to improving your health and fitness.
Biking is healthy, for you, and the planet. A short, four-mile round trip by bicycle keeps about 15 pounds of pollutants out of the air we breathe.
Biking will increase your level of physical activity, help you lose or maintain weight and improve your energy level. Biking will also help you beat high gas prices as you pedal your way to better health.
A variety of conveniences throughout the metro area, including bike lockers, racks and changing facilities, make biking a great option for getting where you need to go. Explore the links below to learn about cycling events, resources and organizations in the Portland, Oregon and SW Washington metropolitan area.
Cycling resources
Bicycle trip planning tool
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Maps
- Bike There! Metro's popular bike route map
The 25th anniversary edition of the Bike There! map, updated in 2007, is available to purchase online, by phone and at area retail outlets. - Milwaukie bike map
A guide to bike lanes, off-street paths, and roadways in Milwaukie is available to download - Portland cycling maps
Citywide and neighborhood maps are available to download or order - Vancouver, WA bike map
Maps of downtown Vancouver and Clark Co. trails are available to download - Washington County bike map
Designates roads as most, moderately, or less suitable for biking, identifies bike lanes and multi-use paths. The map is available by going to the Washington County Visitors Association at 11000 SW Stratus St., Suite 170 in Beaverton or call 503-644-5555.
Events, activities and discussion forums
- BikePortland.org
Community dialogue, breaking news, ride and event reports, stolen bike listings, 1,500+ image archive - North Portland Bike Works
Neighborhood learning center offering low cost bike repair, affordable accessories, weekly programs and workshops - ORbike
Event and tour listings and registration - Portland United Mountain Pedalers
Promotes responsible mountain biking and unites the mountain biking community through sponsored events and a monthly newsletter - Portland Wheelmen Touring Club
Social organization for bicyclists providing information about organized rides and other touring resources - Shift
Publishes a bike bulletin and provides a weekly e-mail update of bike culture events and activities - TwoSpoke Bike & Cycling Forum
Bicycle forum and reviews for all types of bikes: road, mountain, BMX, recumbent and more.
Nonprofit groups
- Bicycle Transportation Alliance
Non-profit bicycle organization based in Portland that offers bike safety and “Safe Routes for Kids” programs - Community Cycling Center
Non-profit bike shop that sells refurbished bikes and offers programs for low-income kids and adults - Oregon Human Powered Vehicles (OHPV)
Dedicated to riding, racing, and building all types of alternative bicycles, tricycles, and human-powered craft
Government agencies
- City of Portland Bicycle Program
503-823-5185
Information and resources about biking in the city of Portland - City of Vancouver Bicycle Program
360-487-7700
Vancouver area bicycle information - ODOT Bicycle and Pedestrian Program
Links to information about bicycle touring, construction standards, planning, project funding and much more - TriMet bike information
503-239-3044
Learn how to combine bikes with public transportation
Need assistance?
John Mermin
503-797-1747
john.mermin@oregonmetro.gov
Related Links
Expanding transportation choices
The Regional Travel Options program works to increase use of travel options and reduce pollution.
The Intertwine
The Metro Council is teaming up with governments, businesses, nonprofits and other nature lovers to create the world’s best network of parks, trails and natural areas.
Related Internet links
- Map My Ride
(http://www.mapmyride.com/)
Metro pick
Metro Pick
The 2007 Bike There! map provides a snapshot of bike lanes and trails and rates streets where cyclists share the road with motorists. Find a fast and safe way to get where you're going by bike.