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Portland Pedal Power is Partnering With USAgencies!

IMG_20140828_084212Imagine a relationship with trustworthy experts who actually listen, who genuinely care and who put your needs first – not what you’d expect from bankers, but that’s exactly what you get at USAgencies Credit Union. That’s why Portland Pedal Power is very proud to announce that we’re partnering with USAgencies!

USAgencies connects you with the whole spectrum of financial services, offering super convenient anytime-anywhere banking with personal one-on-one service, access to tens of thousands of ATMs nationwide, 24-hour phone banking, online and mobile banking, and thousands of shared branches across the country helping make the little stuff easy as pie.

When you become a member of USAgencies, you’re joining one of the best member-driven credit unions in the Pacific Northwest, and bonus: you’re also joining an active community of awesome Oregonians just like you.

So why consider USAgencies? Membership with USACU is about being part of something bigger than yourself. It’s about putting your money and your support behind a cooperative institution that truly has your success as our focus.

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The Portland Bicycle Plan for 2030

Portland Bike LaneHave you ever wondered why Portland is such a great cycling city? Well, take a look at the Portland Bicycle Plan for 2030 and wonder no more! Adopted in February of 2010, the plan suggests that bicycling will be more attractive than driving by the year 2030 if advances are made in six key areas:

• Attracting new riders.
• Forming a denser bikeway network.
• Increasing bicycle parking.
• Expanding programs to support bicycling.
• Increasing funding for bicycle facilities.
• Strengthening bicycle policies.

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Northwest Rides: Worst Day of the Year

Worst Day PictureAre you feeling the chill of the long Portland winter? How about a little bike ride to warm you up? It’s not too late to join a couple thousand other brave souls in signing up for the Worst Day of the Year Ride, the first ride of the year coordinated by Good Sport Promotion. You must have some questions, so read on for more details!

Who should participate in the Worst Day of the Year Ride?

Anyone who feels comfortable riding 16 miles! And if 16 miles sounds too easy, sign up for the 45 Mile Challenge. Either way, make sure you’re prepared with cold weather and rain gear. It’s called the Worst Day of the Year Ride for a reason.

What should I expect along the way?

A great ride! You’ll have a map of the route and you’ll be backed by road support in the form of ride along mechanics and medics, as well as support vehicles, in case you need a lift. If that’s not enough, there’s always the food factor: There will be coffee and doughnuts in the morning, warm treats at rest stops every four miles and hot soup and fresh bread at the finish line!

When are these crazy rides happening?

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