We are a group of people who like to ride our bikes for transportation, not just recreation. Our goals are to build community and promote the use of bicycles as transportation. We meet irregularly socialize and discuss topics of interest. Our group includes both veteran and beginning bike commuters, and we welcome you regardless of which you are, or even (especially) if you are just thinking about it. Please join us!

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS include
* Free copies of "Bicycling Street Smarts" booklet about riding safely in traffic (contact John).
* Short-term folding bike rental, perfect for trips incorporating trains, busses, and ferries. See http://bike.meetup.com/132/pages/Folding_Bikes_for_Rent/ for details.
* Free bike stickers from www.1lesscar.com
* The ability to fully participate in the online site, such as posting messages

Please check out our partner group, PortlandGreenStreets.org. Sign up for their once-a-month green commute day on the last Friday of the month and GET FREE STUFF!

See ABOUT US in the menu bar on the left for lots of valuable advice.

ON FACEBOOK? Join Portland Maine Bicycle Drivers, http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=223876853426

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Recent Meetups

  • November 19, 2011 at 10:00 AM, 30 Bike Commuters attended

    Cranksgiving 2011

    They rated it 5.00 5.005 (5 ratings) and uploaded 10 photos

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    A great cause and the perfect sort of "race" for non-racers such as myself! Protip: canned pineapple - aisle 7, Whole Foods.

    —mike

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    Thanks to all the braved the cold and donated over 390 pounds of food to Project FEED. ...

    —Dylan

  • November 8, 2011 at 7:00 PM, 8 Bike Commuters attended

    How to Ride All Winter

    They rated it 5.00 5.002 (2 ratings)

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    Good group! Lots of insight on gear and interesting musings about riding year round. ...

    —john baldwin

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    Good information. It is nice to get ideas and see how other people deal with the cold weather commute.

    —Brian Edwards

  • October 30, 2011 at 10:00 AM, 4 Bike Commuters attended

    Kidical Mass - Halloween
    Costume bike ride from the Hall School to Longfellow and Back. More details to come at the facebook site: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=247370841979818

  • October 2, 2011 at 2:00 PM, 22 Bike Commuters attended

    Tweed Ride

    They rated it 5.00 5.001 (1 ratings)

    A leisurely ride around the peninsula with stops to take in the scenes, chat, and admire each other's attire and bicycles. Dashing and dapper riding attire of the tweed,... Learn more

  • August 12, 2011 at 6:00 PM, 6 Bike Commuters attended

    Green Night [and bicycles!] with the Sea Dogs

    They rated it 4.00 4.001 (1 ratings) and uploaded 3 photos

    The Sea Dogs will host a "Green Night" at Hadlock Field, presented by Hannaford Supermarkets on Friday, August 12th when the Sea Dogs host the Erie SeaWolves (Tigers) at... Learn more
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What's new

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  • New Discussion Reply
    Don Don replied to Winter 2011-2012 Commuting Journal (latest of 2)
    Yesterday at 6:46 PM
    Don

    "On my way to work this morning all was well until I got to the intersection of Forest and Riverside Industrial. The road narrows and right at the most narrow part here comes another bike right at me on the wrong side of the road...."

  • New Discussion Reply
    Scott Scott replied to In The News
    Yesterday at 11:34 AM
    Scott

    "From the Forecaster: Group hopes to make South Portland better for bike riders, pedestrians"

  • New Member
    angie h angie h joined
    Yesterday at 12:34 AM
  • New Discussion Reply
    mike mike replied to Winter 2011-2012 Commuting Journal
    Wednesday at 8:29 AM
    mike

    "Well, maybe just one more day. A little slippery in spots out there this morning."

  • New Discussion
    Brian C. Brian C. started Future Maine Med Commuter looking for Info
    Tuesday at 10:36 AM
    Brian C.

    "Hi All- I already know how to ride (left, right, repeat ), and while I may ask for some advice in choosing between a backpack, rear rack, or panniers in the future, what I am really looking for is some input on the logistics of commuting to Maine..."

    Read more…
  • New Discussion Reply
    Derek Pelletier Derek Pelletier replied to Winter 2011-2012 Commuting Journal
    Monday at 10:12 AM
    Derek Pelletier

    "Our 10 day "winter" forecast Am I the only one thinking that I can dispense with the studded tires for the season already?"

  • New Member
    Brian C. Brian C. joined
    February 19 at 11:56 PM
    Brian C.
    "Avid club/recreational rider looking to commute if feasible. I ride both road and mountain and love both. Having lived in Portland for the past couple of years and now recommitting to living here for a few more has really increased my cycling."
  • New Discussion
    Scott Scott started Public Forum: Pedestrian and Bicycle Component of Portland's Comprehensive Plan
    February 19 at 8:49 AM
    Scott

    "***** NOTICE ***** of Public Forum What: City of Portland Pedestrian and Bicycle Component of the Comprehensive Plan When: Thursday, March 1, 2012, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm Where: Merrill Auditorium Rehearsal Hall, Myrtle Street (behin..."

    Read more…
  • New Discussion Reply
    paul jones paul jones replied to Winter 2011-2012 Commuting Journal
    February 17 at 1:43 PM
    paul jones

    "it has been quiet. commuting has been pretty easy lately.. less cold, dirty shoulders, dirty bike....."

  • New Discussion Reply
    Terry Cushman Terry Cushman replied to First snow storm commute of the 2011-2012 season in pictures!
    February 16 at 5:57 PM
    Terry Cushman

    "Hey Chris, I'm sorry I'm just now responding. The diamondback is by far the most rugged bike I've ever ridden in treacherous conditions...."

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Portland, ME 04101
Founded Feb 27, 2006
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