New images of the Proletariat “aggressive commuter” 29er from Dave Meredith of Stop Cycles. Arriving in April–order framesets and complete builds (Gates belt/Alfine/Avid BB7) now at Joe Bike. Other models include a mixte, a whole new frame design called the Malcolm (c)X (shown at bottom), and others.

That rack can’t tell you you’re underutilizing him, so let us speak for him: he’s a mule, so treat him like one!
Handmade in Seattle of rugged yet exquisite construction, the Pelican bag expands to hold more groceries than you ever thought an ordinary bike could carry. Available in almost any color combination. $160-182.

Discovery Channel blog Treehugger.com features the Joe Bike in its new roundup of cargo bikes. Though the blurb mentions joint China-US production of the bike (the image is of the original Joe Bike), we’re going against the tide by switching over to full Southeast Portland design and production (frame, cabin, canopy, wheels, etc.) this spring, [...]

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Unique, thriving SE bike shop with an international reputation for innovation is looking for a seasoned mechanic with high integrity who enjoys working with people as well as machines. Special interests should include utility and “transportation” bikes, complete custom builds, internal gearing, steel, and possible involvement with our design/prototype/framebuilding team. All of our mechanics handle [...]

One fresh JD Squared tube bender, some 8-foot lengths of American-made 2″ OD .095 3140 chromoly…what could this mean?

Yes, we’re clearing out our Queen Bee panniers. Sh0wn is our last remaining pair. Normally $230, now $138 for both. We also carry panniers and other accessories by Ortlieb (5-year warranty) and Axiom (lifetime satisfaction guarantee).

Handmade in Portland for Joe Bike. Carbon-fiber laminate on stainless steel. Light. Strong. Clean. Light. And light. 250.00

StOp Cycles is a new, Portland-based urban bicycle company founded by One Ghost Industries, Oregon’s premier mountain-bike brand. They’ve put together the most innovative urban cycling lineup known to man, or at least to us. From a mixte called Frida to an aggro-commuter called the Proletariat, to a gorgeous 29er crossmuter called the Malcolm (C)X…well, [...]