Bikes

Learn the Ins and Outs of Bicycle Touring

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06/10/2010 - 7:00pm
06/10/2010 - 9:30pm
Portland Bike N' Hike: 400 Se Grand Ave


Join Next Adventure & Bike n Hike for and an evening of all things bike touring. Enjoy several presentations on the proper camping and bike gear, short overnighters, and even off road touring.

The presentations will be followed by a Q&A session and plenty of refreshments will be available along with a free raffle for some sweet gear!

Call Bike n Hike at 503-736-1074 or visit their website


Next Adventure's Bike Commuter Profile: Lisa G

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Q:How many miles do you ride to work on average?
     A:It was about a mile, but I just moved to the North East so now it will be about three miles.

Q:What is your favorite part of bike commuting?
     A:I like being more awake when I get to work and getting more exercise on the way home. I like a brisk morning ride.

Q:Anything you don’t like?
    A:The rain.

Q:How long have you been commuting?
   
A:On and off for about three years now, but more and more in the past year.

Q:What type of bike do you ride to work?
   
A:A Specialized “Langster”...single speed!

Q:Do you wear a helmet?
   
A:Yes

Q:Do you have any advice for commuters just starting out?
   
A:Follow the rules, and tell your friends that drive to treat bikes like cars to keep things consistent.

Q:Do you use any special “gear”?
   
A:Just light rain pants and jacket, but I really like soft-shell material because of its breathability and windproof qualities.

Q:Are you participating in the Bicycle Transportation Alliances’ bike commuter challenge?
   
A:Yeah!

Q:What are you doing after work?
   
A:Riding my bike.


OutdoorRideShare

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outdoorrideshare.com

Be active, be green, and save money by ridesharing to your adventures! This cool website lets you connect to others heading your way, sharing your passion for the outdoors, and split some gas money.


Rack Attack

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rackattack.com

Don't think your little car can carry your kayak and other toys? Think again! Our friends at Rack Attack can find a way to attach just about anything to your car. Bikes, skis, coolers, a dog house, and yes, kayaks. Tell 'em that Next Adventure sent you!


NA Bike Commuter Profile

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As part of our wellness program Next Adventure wants to acknowledge employees that take responsibility for their impact on this planet and make an effort to reduce it. This photo is a great shot of NA employee Todd Jefferies in his element. Our wellness coordinator Rachel Wagner recently interviewed this warehouse superhero about bikes, books, and bio-diesel. Here’s what he had to say:

Where are you from?
I was born and raised in Salt Lake City. It’s the only place I’ve ever lived… until I moved to Portland close to two years ago.

How long have you been at NA?
I’ve been employed with Next for just over a year… It’s an awesome place to work!

Favorite book?
The Dangerous Book for Boys, it pretty much covers everything a boy needs to know about life.

What do you do with your free time?

I love snowboarding the most, last season pretty much ruled. I’m also getting into climbing more than ever thanks to Next. I went surfing last weekend for my second time ever… I think I might get addicted to surfing.

What kind of bike do you ride?
I ride an old 70’s Raleigh Sport single speed with just a coaster break. It’s very simple and easy to ride… oh yeah and it’s gold.

How far and how often do you commute by bike?
I pretty much just ride my bike everywhere I want to go. I live up in NE off 33rd and north of Ainsworth it takes me like 30 minutes to get to the shop. I think its like 5 miles, getting home after a hard days work is the only tough part.

 

Click here to see full interview...


Staff Bicycle/Public Transportation Stats!

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After collecting data and crunching numbers, the results are in: About half of the Next Adventure team bikes or rides MAX to work. Of those, over half use these non-car methods to get to work every day.
According to the Bike Geek's Gas Savings Calculator (www.thebikegeek.com) our staff saves about $600 dollars in gas while preventing about 2000 pounds of carbon dioxide from being released into the atmosphere every year. Nice!

~Staff Wellness Coordinator, Rachel Wagner


Brands We Carry in Bikes




Nifty bike lights by Knog

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Bicycle commuters of Portland should appreciate these little beauties. With a practical sleek design and functionality that withstands our lovely weather these accessories by Knog will have your bike begging to try one on. Come check 'em out- Next Adventure has the Toad $31.99 (top) and Bull Frog $34.99 (bottom) in both black and white.

Burn Time: 220 hr. battery life max (flashing)
Battery: 3 x AAA included
LED Specifications: Super-bright 5 LED light.

Modes:
1 - steady
2 - standard flashing
3 - alternating LED flashing
4 - rapid pulse flashing


Planet Bike Gear: Save Big!

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Next Adventure just got in some great closeout deals on bike gear from Planet Bike.
*Check out the Bike Department for more of the latest news...

Beamer & Blinky Combo Set. MSRP=$29.99 NA=$19.99

Cable for locking. MSRP=$12.99 NA=$7.99 Cable lock with key.
MSRP=$23.99
NA=$14.99
Quick Stop RS-4 dial cable lock. MSRP=$22.99 NA=$11.99

September Hot Deals

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*Find these great deals and more In Our Store - Look for the Orange Closeout Tags*
*Purchase online when you see the "Buy Me Now" button*

EMS Power Stretch Tights
Large Only
MSRP $45.00
NA Price $14.99
Platypus Beverage Bar
MSRP $34.99
NA Price $17.99
Lafuma Warm 'n Light 600
Sleeping Bag
MSRP $124.99
NA Price $79.99

Lafuma Warm n' Light 650 Pro
MSRP $329.99
NA Price $199.99
Kavu Men's Rialto Short
Root Beer or Black
MSRP $50.00
NA Price $29.99
Cloudveil Men's Spur Shirt
SM-XXL
MSRP $74.99
NA Price $34.99
Kavu Helen of Soy Skirt
(XS-XL Tomato)
MSRP $50.00
NA Price $29.99

Teva Mush Flip Flops
Men's & Women's
MSRP $24.99
NA Price $14.99
Gregory Iris Pack
MSRP $149.99
NA Price $74.99
Five.Ten Coyote
MSRP $85
NA Price $59.99
Kelty Deluxe Chair
MSRP $60
NA Price $29.99
Sherpa Men's Shishapangma Softshell MSRP $112 NA Price $69.99
Outdoor Research Women's Intuition Jacket Fossil/Espresso
MSRP $250.00
NA Price $154.99
Texsport Kid's Fleece Sleeping Bag MSRP $20 NA Price $9.99
GSI 4Qt Enamel Stock Pot Green MSRP $15.99 NA Price $5.99
Rossignol Women's Leaf Tee
(S-XL White)
MSRP $49.50
NA Price $19.99

Sierra Designs Kids Panama Sun Shirt
XS-XL, Stone
MSRP $60 NA Price $19.99
Lafuma Sky Race
Men's & Women's
full size runs
MSRP $120 NA Price $69.99

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