Gain Control with MoneyMark!

May 12, 2015 by Jon Elias

Sometimes, it can feel like you don’t have much control over your finances. You might be able to see what’s happening with your account, but as far as changing anything? It might take a while to get anything done.

USAgencies Credit Union is changing that with their new app! MoneyMark is a tool that allows you to easily add all of your financial accounts in one place so you can view your total spending, savings, and goals with one secure log in. MoneyMark gives you the power to take control AND a chance to win with their MoneyMark sweepstakes!

Entering the contest is easy! Log in to MoneyMark (found right inside Online Banking and the Mobile App) and add at least one account before May 31st, 2015. You’ll be automatically entered into the drawing to win a Nest product that uses technology to promote your safety and security, just like USAgencies does.

Eight winners will be drawn; you could be one of them!

Prizes you could potentially win:

2 Nest Learning Thermostats – a $249 value each
4 Nest Protect Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarms – a $99 value each
2 Dropcam Pro Cam Systems – a $199 value each

Take control of your money today! Visit USACU.ORG/MONEYMARK to learn more!

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Nong’s Khao Man Gai “Chops” The Competition!

August 26, 2014 by Jon Elias

It’s always exciting when you can tell your friends “You know that person you saw on TV last night? I know them! I get to see them in real life!” You can imagine our excitement when we found out one of the chefs behind a famous Portland food cart we deliver for made an appearance on the Food Network!

Nong Poonsukwattana of Nong’s Khao Man Gai brought her own zeal to the table on Food Networks TV show Chopped. On the show, four chefs are pitted against each other, given a box of mystery ingredients they must use in order to create a three course meal meant to wow the judges. Each contestant has seconds to plan, and then 30 minutes to create. One by one, after the appetizer, main course, and desert, contestants are “chopped” from the running until a clear winner is picked among the judges.

So how far does Nong get? Well, no spoilers here in case you missed the first airing, but needless to say, you wont want to miss the episode. You will have a whole new reason to go see what Nong is cooking up!

The original airing for the episode has already passed, but Food Network will be airing the episode for the coming week. Check out the full episode to see the outcome, and check out Nong’s Khao Man Gai on our menu when you start to feel hungry!

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Join Us at 2014 Providence Bridge Pedal!

August 5, 2014 by Jon Elias

Each year on the second Sunday in August, Providence Bridge Pedal closes Portland’s Willamette River bridges to car traffic so they can be fully enjoyed by bike! From Sellwood to St. John’s, and even on the Fremont and Marquam highway bridges, it’s once-a-year opportunity to enjoy the views of Portland and the beautiful surrounding area without worrying about getting sideswiped by a minivan.

This year, the Portland Pedal Power team will be riding Bridge Pedal in full force, with nine riders hitting the Willamette River bridges on our delivery bikes decked out with active advertising for Bowery Bagels, Walz Caps, Point West Credit Union and more! We’re going to be offering all kinds of swag, so when you see our fleet, make sure you take a minute to say hello and we’ll make sure to send you on your way with something awesome.

If you need a quick carb recharge before the ride, we’ve got you covered. Our Bowery Bagels bike is going to be packed full of free bagel samples to fill you up at the starting line for the 6 Bridge Ride. We’ll also have free coffee cards from Bowery, who stock their shelves with some of Portland’s favorite grounds from Stumptown Coffee.

If you’re looking for some swag, ask us about our Walz Caps. We have some awesome caps we are itching to hand out, and you might find yourself with a custom designed PPP hat that can keep your head cool as you sweat on the Burnside.

We’ll also be promoting our partnership with Point West Credit Union and the Community Cycling Center, giving you a perfect opportunity to support the CCC and a chance to win a $250 Visa gift card from Point West! Check our previous blog and the Point West Facebook Page for more details and be sure to snap of a photo of yourself with a PPP rider at the top of the Fremont Bridge. Can you think of a better opportunity to capture the perfect Portland cycling shot? We’ll have the Point West Bikes riding up and down the bridges, and can you think of a better photo opportunity than at the top of the Fremont Bridge?

So make sure you look for us on the bridges at Bridge Pedal – our team of Pyxis-enabled cargo bikes should be easy to spot! We’ll be rocking Bridge Pedal with passion, chatting with everyone about Bowery, Walz and Point West, while enjoying rare, bridge-top views of our beautiful city. Get yourself some cool stuff and talk with some cool people! What more could you ask for?

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Win Yourself a Walz Cap!

June 12, 2014 by Jon Elias

Everyone has their own individual look, especially here in Portland. That’s why we are very excited to show off some of our newly acquired swag! Walz Cycling Caps has taken to Portland by storm, bringing with them a unique style we know you want to see.

Walz Caps are made from one of three types of fabric: Moisture Whicking Wool, Cotton-Blend, and Eco-friendly. The caps come in one of three designs, and can fit anyone, “from pinheads to melon heads or those in between.”

Says Walz Cycling Caps: Our cycling caps earn their reputation for quality and function because they are created with the individual cyclist in mind. Our cycling caps’ global popularity has allowed us to expand production while still keeping our handmade production in the United States. Our customers are raving about the fit, fashion and function our cycling caps provide at a remarkable value.

And when we say unique style, we mean unique. Walz Caps can be customized to fit your stylistic needs, whether they may be. If you can design it, they can sublimate, silkscreen, or embroider your own hat right here in the USA. Check out their customization page for more information.

Now, you have a chance to win one of these fantastic hats for yourself! We have some customized Portland Pedal Power caps we’re just itching to show you, and we want to share the love! This coming week, you have a chance to win yourself one of three of these stylish cycling caps.

To enter to win, all you have to do is catch a picture of one of our bikes with our Walz Cycling Caps signage. Grab an original photo of us while we’re delivering lunch, stopped at a red light, on the go, or wave us down for a quick selfie! Once you get a shot, tag us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram with the hashtag #PPPWalzCaps, and you will get the chance to win a cap for yourself.

Get your photos in by Friday, June 20th, at 5:00PM, and we will announce the winner by drawing.

Already have a Walz Cap? Show us your style on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. We want to see you rockin’ the look!

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The PDX Bicycle Show

March 21, 2013 by Brook

PDX Bike Show If you read the blog yesterday, you know that Portland Pedal Power will be representing Point West Credit Union this weekend at the PDX Bicycle Show. If that isn’t a good enough reason to swing by, test-ride some bikes and get some swag, here are a few more sponsors you can check out at the event:

Nutcase Helmets: Nutcase is the brainchild of designer Michael Morrow, who saw a gap in the market for sports helmets and decided to focus on helping cyclists (and skaters, snowboarders and other outdoor sports fans) express their personality, views and allegiances while also protecting their heads. Check out their designs here and head over to the Nutcase Pedal Park at the Bike Show on Sunday at 3pm, when they will announce the finalists of their recent “Design a Helmet” contest.

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