Photos: Seeing Portland, Ore., from an urban cyclist’s perspective
Sam Appelbaum, left, a tour leader for Cycle Portland Bike Tours, explains local history on one of several such stops on the company’s signature Essential Bike Tour. (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)
Those on the tour enjoy an easy-paced look at historic Old Town, the Waterfront Esplanade, the Green Park Block corridors and the Pearl District. (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)
Broad views of downtown Portland across the Willamette River are on view as riders travel the Eastbank Esplanade during their tour. (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)
The cyclists enjoy the bicycle-friendly streets and traffic regulations as they cruise through downtown Portland. (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)
Cyclists on a tour through Portland cross over the Willamette River on the North Steel Bridge. The ride helps give visitors a sense of the bike-loving city. (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)
The front door of Cycle Portland Bike Tours is decorated with used gears. (Al Seib / Los Angeles Times)
