David Wen

🇺🇸 Hello from Portland, USA—one of America’s top cycling cities! 🚲

While it doesn’t compare to Dutch cycling infrastructure, Portland does have a very cool, vibrant cycling culture that the world can learn from.

It's summer here and “Pedalpalooza” time—3 months of community-organized cycling activities. Most rides are free, and anyone can organize/join a ride.

For example, I just attended a “Pizza” bike ride 🍕 where we cycled around the city visiting 8 pizza places. Other themed bike rides include ping pong, sewing, a live play, naked zombies, and many more.

Afterwards, I attended a bike “happy hour” where politicians, community leaders, and the community gathered to raise awareness about community issues.

I know cycling is the norm in The Netherlands...but I really enjoyed the community aspect. A great way to meet and connect with people, see the city, and have a lot of fun.

Cycling + Community...a great combo.

10 months ago | [YT] | 63