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21785 SW TV HWY SUITE J, ALOHA OREGON 97006

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503-356-9740 Hal Ballard

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The community bicycling center and the Washington County Bicycle Transportation Coalition (washcobtc.org) are working together to bring not only bike safety and education but good used bikes at an affordable cost. A retail store inside also has parts, lights, clothing, maps. The money from the sale of these items goes towards education, advocacy in the community. Volunteer night is Tuesday from 6-9pm. Whether you like getting dirty by stripping down an old bike or office work, house keeping, there is something for everyone. Wrent-a-Wrench program is designed for someone with mechanical skills, but need the space, stand and tools. Space can be rented by the hour, month or yearly fee. Traffic Skills 101 is a 10 hour course that covers the "need-to-know" basics in great detail so you can ride confidently and enjoyable whether for commuting, shopping, health and wellness, recreation of family fun. The "Skills 101" course is sanctioned by the League of American Bicyclists (www.bikeleague  .org). Community and Neighborhood Rides begin in January and are throughout the year. There are rides for all skill levels.

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www.washcobtc.o  rg

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9:16am 1/26/2009 by PEDIGREEN private message icon
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Dirk, Terry, Hal are extremely helpful and have years of experience. Their love of cycling shows in everything they do. The center bears Dirk Pauwels fathers name. Both Dirk and his father were professional racers.

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