Portland Maine Bicycle Commuting

We are a group of people who like to ride our bikes for transportation, not just recreation. Our goals are to build community and promote the use of bicycles as transportation. We meet irregularly socialize and discuss topics of interest. Our group includes both veteran and beginning bike commuters, and we welcome you regardless of which you are, or even (especially) if you are just thinking about it. Please join us!

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS include
* Free copies of "Bicycling Street Smarts" booklet about riding safely in traffic (contact John).
* Short-term folding bike rental, perfect for trips incorporating trains, busses, and ferries. See http://bike.meetup.com/132/pages/Folding_Bikes_for_Rent/ for details.
* Free bike stickers from www.1lesscar.com
* The ability to fully participate in the online site, such as posting messages

Please check out our partner group, PortlandGreenStreets.org. Sign up for their once-a-month green commute day on the last Friday of the month and GET FREE STUFF!

See ABOUT US in the menu bar on the left for lots of valuable advice.

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Bamboo Bike Workshop/Presentation
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The Bamboo Bike Studio, originally of Brooklyn, NY, is moving its headquarters to Camden, ME, and is available for workshops and presentations! The Bamboo Bike Studio... Learn more

Hosted by: John Brooking (Crazy Winter Cyclist)

Recent Meetups

6 days ago · 8:00 AM
Ride for Global Women's Cycling Day
4 Bike Commuters

(For my friend Nicole Anderson) Lady riders: any interest in joining up at 8 am on 5/12/13 for a Cyclofemme bike ride? CycloFemme is a Global Women's Cycling Day created... Learn more
November 17, 2012 · 1:30 PM
Tweed Ride 2012 / How to Ride All Winter
25 Bike Commuters | 5.004

Let's don our tweeds, mount our steeds, and parade majestically about our fair city, ending with a group picture in Deering Oaks Park. Participants who are willing and... Learn more
November 3, 2012 · 9:30 AM
Cranksgiving 2012
40 Bike Commuters | 5.001 | 30 Photos

Bikes, fun and helping the less fortunate. A bike race/scavenger hunt/charity ride to donate canned goods to a local food bank. More information on the website.... Learn more
September 22, 2012 · 8:00 AM
Libbytown "Hidden Gems" Bicycle Tour
12 Bike Commuters | 4.503

Tour Portland's historic Libbytown* by bicycle following some expert safe riding tips by year-round bike commuter and certified instructor John Brooking. The 3-4 mile... Learn more
August 26, 2012 · 9:00 AM
On to O O B
9 Bike Commuters | 5.001 | 1 Photo

Me and my best friend on a clear and sunny day are looking for ANYONE of ANY biking style and background that would like to ride with us to Old Orchard Beach to enjoy... Learn more

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New Discussion Reply

Scott replied to In The News
1h ago

"This gives a new meaning to "riding it into the ground". Funeral home has bicycle hearse for 1 last ride"
New Discussion Reply

mike replied to Construction Updates (latest of 2)
Yesterday

"It seems like every year they have to fix something along that road! I do not envy you that commute at all, having done it a few times for work. What about taking Saco St up to Gorham Road to Running Hill Rd?..."
New Discussion Reply

mike replied to Bike to Work Day 2013 - Tomorrow! (latest of 4)
Yesterday

"Nice donut choice! The BCM did a great job of feeding and welcoming everyone. Nice morning for some extra riding and chatting with folks. They were shooting a news segment there, so I'll look for the video later...."
New Member

Brian Ryan joined
2 days ago

"Im Brian. I live in Portland."
New Discussion Reply

Michie O'Day replied to Eastern Trail Scarborough Connection
2 days ago

"Great news! The Bike Coalition of Maine staff & friends plan to ride 30 miles of the ET next week, including the section where I had trouble. They will take photos and get the data the ET folks need before they can proceed with moving the proble..."
New Member

Melissa Panter joined
2 days ago
New Discussion

mike started Bike to Work Day 2013 - Tomorrow!
2 days ago

"While there was no "commute another way week" this year, it looks like The Bicycle Coalition of Maine has come through with a Bike to Work Day event tomorrow: http://www.pressheral...."

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john baldwin replied to Eastern Trail Scarborough Connection (latest of 3)
3 days ago

"Our group made it a game to see how skilled I was with the trailer. It was pretty fun but, then, beers only get agitated when you mess up - they don't get whiplash."
New Discussion Reply

Scott replied to Eastern Trail Scarborough Connection (latest of 4)
4 days ago

"I haven't personally had a problem with these bollards, but when I've ridden the ET I've noticed several less-experienced cyclists dismounting and walking through them. Some of them are quite a tight fit even on a regular upright bike."
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john baldwin replied to Mountain Biking in the Dominican Republic
5 days ago

"Looks like a great time!"

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Portland, ME 04101

Founded Feb 27, 2006

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