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KEEN loyalists and fanatics, it’s time to put your Newport’s on; KEEN has just opened its first retail store in Northwest Portland. The store, named the KEEN Garage, will feature a broad range of product for purchase, including men’s, women’s, and children’s shoes, socks, and bags. But it will also… Read the rest
For anyone who appreciates the culture surrounding coffee shops, you likely also enjoy when your latte is served with a strong shot, and some talented foam art. But, as cool as the foamy top of a latte can look, it’s not very often that you find yourself gawking down at… Read the rest
We here at Wend are pretty darn lucky to live in a place like Portland. Not only are our streets fairly bike friendly, but our city is also devoting some—though there is room for a lot more effort—energy towards eco-friendly ideas.
But one of the greater reasons that we (or… Read the rest
If you live in or around the Portland, OR area and feel you could benefit from a bit more balance in your life (who couldn’t?), then clear your calendar on Monday, June 28th and head to Elementum Yoga Studio at 5:30 p.m. sharp. There, Jason and Chelsey from the YogaSlackers… Read the rest
If you’re 21 or older and in Portland June 17th join Alder Creek Kayak & Canoe as they host whitewater adventure kayaking phenoms Jesse Coombs and Ben Stookesberry at the film premier of Hotel Charley V: First Descent, fresh from this year’s Telluride Mountain Film Fest.… Read the rest
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This month marked the 20th anniversary of Reach the Beach, a 100-mile bicycle ride that goes from Portland to the coast and raises money to support the American Lung Association of Oregon. The ride is widely recognized as the official start of the Oregon cycling season, and this year some… Read the rest
It’s just past the one-year anniversary of Portland’s Epic Wheel Works, which means it’s time for a party. Epic Wheel Works, which creates hand-made wheels for racing, touring, single track riding and urban commuting, is celebrating this Thursday, May 13th with its ‘Live the Revolution’ party from 6-9 p.m. at… Read the rest
The KATU News camera overlooking the city of Portland recently captured video evidence that PDX is the most patriotic city in America.… Read the rest
If you didn’t huff it out to the craggy peaks of Telluride, Colorado to catch this year’s Mountainfilm festival don’t worry – organizers are once again taking the show on a world tour that may be coming to a town near you soon. If you happen to be one of… Read the rest
Music Monday has been evolving slowly into this progressive trend highlighting what is, in my eyes, the diamond in the ruff, new up-and-coming bands to keep your eyes and ears out for. As each week moves along, we take a journey with a new artist, giving a little nibble as… Read the rest
Earlier this week, Transworld Skateboarding posted the above video of four Portland, Ore. skateboarders involved in what looks like a street fight with security guards. This video, which shows a guard striking a skater in the face with board at Pioneer Courthouse in downtown, has initiated an investigation by Portland… Read the rest
Riding bicycles in Portland could be an entry on Stuff White People Like according to a comment made by the bicycle coordinator for the Los Angeles Department of Transportation at a City Council Transportation Committee meeting last week.
According to a great report by our friends over at BikePortland.org, Michelle… Read the rest
Grunge and punk inspired artist, Shelley Short‘s musical remedies stem from her childhood growing up as a Portland native. Short is influenced by the cool Pacific Northwest winters to create her soft and eery lyrics. Short’s folk, country style music is that of ease and harmony sure to get your… Read the rest
