The #EverydayCycling Blog
Metropolis Cycles x PDW - Urban Ramble 2023
Portland Design Works has a long history of hosting lively, bike-focused events in our backyard. From Circulus to the All City x PDW shindig, we've made many excellent memories over the years. After a few years of social distancing...
2023 marks the official 15th anniversary of Portland Design Works so I thought I’d better write a little something up to commemorate the occasion. The short version is below, and a whole bunch of random photos and tales from over...
Somewhere in between road rides and mountain biking lives the wonderful world of gravel riding. It’s exactly what it sounds like - taking your rig out on unpaved terrain, whether that’s on a chill ride with friends or multi day...
Our staff at Portland Design Works loves bikes! We also know how important it is to have quality, long-lasting gear, so we’ve compiled a list of our go-to PDW products to help you select the perfect items. LISE'S PICKS Outpost...
Biking in L.A. is so much more than navigating city streets, although our sponsored riders have that nailed down pretty well. Ride along with some locals as they take you on a tour of their daily commute, favorite food joints and watering holes, and treasured natural areas.
Of course you want to bike everywhere when you live in one of the world's most beautiful landscapes. Join Seattle dad Ben Popper as he shows us what it's like to commute with kids across the sound, over the city and through the forests around Seattle.
At Portland Design Works we make gear for all types of cycling, for every kind of cyclist. In short, we make gear for all kinds. We decided to create a series of videos to inspire new riders and remind the most experienced why they started. Discover the meaning of gear for all kinds and take a ride around with us.
Light Options to Brighten Up Your Ride
Finding the right lights for your bike can be an overwhelming task given the endless options. Will you be using them during the day, at night, or both? Will you be primarily on dark country roads or on well-lit city streets? Don't stress! We've made this handy guide explaining all of our lighting options to help you determine the best lights for your riding style and needs.
Thursday, May 5, 2016 Words by Dan Powell Photography by Jake Tong Back in February when we were in the Upper Midwest at Frostbike, Jeff Frane fromAll City Cycles reached out over a can of Grain Belt and let...