Cyclist, Portrait Photographer, Community Organizer

“On my bike I don’t have to take myself too seriously, and just have fun.  When there are moments I want to film when riding, they are usually because it’s either beautiful, meaningful or silly. Bikes and films kind of get me out of my head and just be present to what’s happening in front of me.”

“I love good storytelling! I want to see stories I can relate to, mostly because I don’t see it very often, as well as being immersed in something totally unique. I hope to see a perspective that not a lot of people get to see in the spotlight.”

Why Nikki is excited to be on the Jury

“The joy of being on the Filmed by Bike Jury is the excitement of community building. I look forward to the challenges of sharing my particular thoughts in tandem with collaborating with other folks on the jury. 

Affiliations

BikePOC PNW, Chingonas Outside, Friends on Bikes

Local Bike Shredder

Jeremy is excited to be a part of the Filmed by Bike Jury this season because he loves bike films and likes to see all the different styles of biking and people in the community.

“I hope to see films with people of color, cyclocross, MTB, bike packing, people having fun and enjoying the liberty & freedom of cycling. Also some alley cat and fixed gear videos!”

Affiliations

Boltcutter, Smoothjazzlines, BiciclistaUs, Broken & Coastal

Bicycle Enthusiast, Multi-Disciplinary Coach, Graphic Designer

“Through bikes, I have a means to fuel my athleticism, my need for social connections, my desire to be in nature or outdoors, along with the necessity of getting from point A to point B.”

“What I love about bikes is their ability to make me feel more connected to people and places. I love the vast diversity of all types of people being able to do a similar activity, and how each person can connect with that similar activity in different ways, or disciplines on all types of machines that fall under the umbrella term of “bikes.” As for the place connections, I am so very grateful to bikes for helping me to be fully immersed in an area, whether it be in nature far away from civilization, a new city with new sights and smells, or the city I currently call home with familiar but always evolving pieces to it.”

 Why Tay is excited to be on the jury

“Film has an incredible way of telling great stories while transporting us to new places all over the world we share. I am excited to be on the jury and be able to fully appreciate all of the work & craft that goes into making these films. I am particularly hopeful to feel fully engrossed in stories from all types of representations to catch a glimpse of things I’ve never thought of before.”

Affiliations

Breadwinner Cycles Cyclocross Team, Dirt Series

Urban Commuter and Bike Tinkerer

“I’m an urban rider who believes that bicycles should be a primary form of transportation for health and environmental reasons. 

“I like to see the geographic differences of biking in one city or another.  Living in Portland, we are already spoiled with the existing bike infrastructure the city and advocates offer.  People bike all over the world and most bike in places that are not as bike friendly.  It’s great to see the conviction some people have in biking in places that are not as bike-welcoming and makes me appreciate what I have in this city.”

What kinds of films William hopes to see this year

“I think I would love to see the diversity of cultures, regions and socioeconomics represented in bike films.  I think personally, in some of the bike circles I interact with, bicycling can become very consumeristic (I’m guilty of that too) and it would be wonderful to see that people rely on the bikes they have or bikes that have been passed down, and to be put to good everyday transit use.”

Affiliations

Pedalpalooza PDX

Cyclist, Photographer, Videographer

Ruandy is hoping to see films that promote positivity and encourage new riders to get into the cycling scene. He works with Grow Cycling Foundation to help diversify the cycling world and encourage more BIPOC folks to get outside and ride bikes. 

“Bikes have brought me a lot of joy. From the friends I’ve made on my cycling journey, all the extra time I have been able to spend with my kids thanks to mountain biking and all the places I have been able to visit and ride in as well. Films have always been a big part of my life and the stories they are able to convey to audiences and the lessons they can show us are the best.”

Affiliations

Northwest Trail Alliance, Grow Cycling Foundation

Filmmaker

“I’ve lived in Portland my whole life, spent some time making short films, and worked technical roles at film festivals in the past, but I’ve never had the opportunity to help influence a festival’s content like this. I’m looking forward to having my voice heard in a new way!

“I love the way bikes and film help you see the world through perspectives you wouldn’t otherwise get. It seems like there’s a lot to explore in the intersection of those two forms.”

What kinds of films Jeffrey hopes to see this year

“I hope to see films that challenge traditional narrative and aesthetic forms. Streaming services are great at getting you into a rut of films that all look, sound, and move the same. I’m excited for an opportunity to both see and help champion work from underrepresented voices in the industry.”

Photographer, Mountain Biker, Electrical Designer

Kevin has been volunteering for FIlmed by Bike for quite a few years now. “I love the film festival and everything related to it!” He particularly loves adventure films, as well as bike touring and camping films. 

“I love the adrenaline rush and freedom that comes with riding bikes, and I love the fact that the films really get me excited to ride and travel.”

Visual Artist, Cyclist

Margaret is a local visual artist and cyclist who also volunteers at the NW Film Center.  She loves film because it offers new perspectives and access to places you wouldn’t normally see on a daily basis. “Bikes are great for their opportunities for new perspectives on the world. Things look different on a bike than they do from a car or on foot.”

Margaret says she’s excited to be on the jury because “I like film, I like bikes, I like giving my opinion.”

Co-owner of RonsBikes.com

Machimoodus on Wangunks Territory (East Haddam, Connecticut, USA)

“Currently, I’m keeping life simple by running my small business and training for the Tour Divide.

“My biases include art/media made and produced by QTBIPOCs (Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous, People of Color). I’m drawn to stories and narratives that have QTBIPOCs both in front of the screen and behind.

“When I first immigrated to this country from India, I learned the American English lexicon by watching films, and assimilated to the culture by observing themes in USAmerican TV shows. In my younger youth in India, I loved to watch the technicolor Bollywood movies and would skip school to watch movies.

“Films have served as balms for ancestral wounds, inspiration for big journies, motivation for political action, bringer of raucous laughter and have tremendously shaped the culture and language we use with each other. This medium of storytelling transcends physical and material realities in a way that is still tangible in feeling. I love how both movies and bikes can be vehicles for expanding connection – to each other, the land and ourselves.”

Why she’s excited to be on the jury

“I’m looking forward to the hard work people in the cyclo-sphere (my favorite sphere) have put into their visual communiques. I’m also hoping to find peers and collaborators for future bicycle travel – that’d be a big bonus.

“Mostly, I’m interested in seeing things I never knew existed or inspiration I didn’t think was possible.”

Affiliations

Founding member of WTF Bikexplorers, a movement toward more connection, gender inclusivity, and racial justice within the adventure cycling community.

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Artist, Architect, Two-Wheeled Nomad

Ambato, Ecuador

Sofía was born in Ecuador, close to Tungurahua volcano where little peaches called guaytambos grow.

After seven years of living at sea level in Buenos Aires, Argentina, La Guaytamba realized her heart belonged to high altitude volcanic lands. With no job, no money, being hard-headed with more-than-hard legs, she traveled 5,000 miles by bicycle through six countries in South America with three other Ecuadorian woman.

La Guaytamba now bikes, draws and hosts creative workshops in Quito.

Why she’s excited to be on the jury

Sofía says she’s excited to be part of this year’s jury to have an excuse to connect again with bicycle stories and, who knows, maybe even get some inspiration to grab her bicycle and go for some hilly adventures once again.

Affiliations

Warmifonias /@warmifonias

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Emerging Cyclist, Activist and Organizer

Portland, Oregon, USA

“As an emerging cyclist living in a predominately white city, when I ride a bike I am stuck between what I remember biking felt like as a kid – with my neighborhood crew – and how it feels now as a Black woman.

“When I’m on my bike, I feel challenged and really able to block out the world. I’m able to think.

“As an elementary school principal, I want my students to take their youthful love for riding bikes and evolve with it as they grow up. And film is the perfect medium to introduce them to a world outside of their neighborhoods.

“Bikes and film is the perfect entry point to the justice I think cycling needs.”

Why she’s excited to be on the jury

“I am super excited to join the Filmed by Bike Jury! I’m new to cycling but have a deep love for film and discourse. I am excited to watch these films and interact with this thing I love from a different perspective. I hope there are films that cover that nuisance and the underground cycling culture where the art lives.”

Affiliations

Black Girls Do Bike PDX Member @BGDBPDX

Entrepreneur, Web Developer, 3D Designer, Photographer, Founder of PDX Skateparks

Portland, Oregon, USA

“Bikes have positively influenced my life on a fundamental level since a child. As an adult I ride all kinds of bikes, and my journey into bikes began with BMX. From health to creativity to community, my bike has taken me great places and consistently opens my mind to new spaces.

“I have a soft spot for BMX bike riding, and trick bike riding of all sorts.

“I think there is a synthesis between bikes and film from a technical standpoint. Bikes and films are simple yet complex. Bikes are efficient – so are films in conveying a message. While films are all about moving images, bikes accelerate human movement by 5-10x the efficiency of walking. Both are about fast paced movement and that is exciting to me.”

Why he’s excited to be on the jury

“I am excited to be on the Filmed by Bike Jury because firstly, it is a great way to spread awareness about bicycles on a national and global level. I look forward to seeing highly creative films of all sorts. I especially appreciate crisp colors, composition, image quality, storytelling, and films with a message. Films that inspire people to ride will be the top films in my opinion.”

Affiliations

PDX Skateparks

0101 Design

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@pdxskateparks

Cyclist

Portland, Oregon, USA

By day, Carrie is the Chief of Staff for an Oregon State Representative and works in climate change and transportation policy.

“On a regular basis, I accomplish things on my bike I didn’t think I could do. These things range the gamut from riding no-hands, to competing in endurance sporting events, to camping without a car, to commuting year-round via bike.”

Why she’s excited to be on the jury

“The best films, for me, are those that show me things I had never thought I could do, but seem entirely within reach if I just try. I’ll never forget the film about the family who traveled through China via bike – the good, the bad, and the ugly. But they did a thing that seemed impossible but really wasn’t. I’m not even close to ready to try riding single track with a crazy drop-off on one side, but I am ready to try to ride parts of the Continental Divide or in New York City, even though I’ve never done anything like that before. That’s what these films bring me.”

Bicycle and Film Enthusiast

Washington, D.C. USA

Karen can’t remember a time when she didn’t ride a bicycle – for fun, transport, adventure and the sense of freedom it brings. She has a passion for bicycle touring, commuting by bike and raising awareness and funding for charities with her bicycle.

Karen is retired from a career at National Geographic where everyone loves storytelling, photography and films, and bicycles, too.

As a bicycle enthusiast, she says she knows that “re-tired” only means “putting on a new set of tires and rolling out for new adventures.” Ha!

Why she’s excited to be on the jury

“Serving on the Filmed by Bike Jury is an exciting way to help a great organization inspire more cyclists and film fans of all ages. I hope to see more great creativity in the films — new perspectives, stories that have not been told, or good stories told in fresh ways.”

Affiliations

New York WILD Film Festival

Adventure Filmmaker

South Orange, New Jersey, USA

“I use filmmaking to show audiences that people managing a chronic disease do belong in the outdoors.

“The bicycle also opens you up to the kindness of strangers, who through their own stories break down the barriers and assumptions we have about the world.

“I think the bike brings together unlikely allies. That kinship is a beautiful message needed on the world stage. Bikes tap into childhood joy. Films powered by our own two legs remind us all about the thrills of discovery, dealing with the unknown, and setting out without having all the answers. Cyclists are self-reliant while being community supported. Meeting that collection of support on the trail brings me joy.”

Why he’s excited to be on the jury

“I’m excited to find stories about personal growth and expanding representation in all senses through Filmed by Bike. Films that represent the everyday person using the bicycle in their own story – essential workers commuting to work, first-time riders finding joy in micro adventures, celebration of what makes us different seen on the screen.”

Affiliations

PEARL iZUMi – brand ambassador

Diabadass – diabetes education platform

Competitive Cyclist – content creator

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Cyclist and Photographer

Brevard, North Carolina

At age 7, Kate successfully taught herself how to ride a bike.

“I’ve been an enthusiast biker from an early age that’s still inside of me today. I love the fastness, speed, and challenge of its enduringness in biking. Sometimes, I enjoy taking an adventure with my bike and explore what’s around me.”

Kate also enjoys photography and creating short films. “I enjoy seeing films on how they can be presented in various ways to tell a story. I think that’s very powerful.”

Why she’s excited to be on the jury

“At this year’s festival, I hope to see films with diverse backgrounds both on and off the screen. I also hope to see stories that will give me a perspective that I never get the opportunity to experience.”

Founder of The Brown Bike Girl bicycle advocacy consulting

“Bikes and film are both mediums where you can experience the illusion of flying.”

Through her agency The Brown Bike Girl, Courtney works with government, non-profit and other institutions to increase bicycling access and adoption within communities of color. Through initiative planning and facilitation, training and creative collaboration she provides bicycle training for a variety of people.

Courtney says she is excited to travel from New York to be part of the Filmed by Bike Jury because we are both working toward something similar. “I think our projects are aligned in wanting to perpetuate the phenomenon of people having authentic and practical connections with their bikes and being willing to hold celebration over someone finding identity in their bike’s utilitarian functions, rather than just the more common themes of defiance and competition.”

As a juror, Courtney hopes to see transformative films. “I want to see films about whole communities being converted to bike towns – where they collectively recognize car-dominance is an outdated measure of success/the American way of life – and cycling for transport becomes the ethos of the town.”

Affiliations

NYC DOT – Vision Zero Educator
El Barrio Bikes – Ride Leader
League of American Bicyclists – Certified Instructor

Special Opportunity

Courtney will be in Portland around January 22-26 and is available for speaking engagements. Please contact us or Courtney directly to make arrangements.

Northwest Trail Alliance Board Member

“Filmed by Bike is one of the benchmarks of creativity in our area. Now that the films go on tour it’s an exciting time and I am honored to be a part of the process.”

As a lifelong Portlander and a member of the NW Trail Alliance, Juntu has a long history of working hard to open our off road areas to cycling.

Juntu says she is looking forward to watching stories about how bikes are a part of people’s lives. “Biking is a big part of my recreation and fitness but learning about how it positively impacts others and their communities is something I am looking forward to.”

Affiliations

NW Trail Alliance
Mt. Bike Oregon Trail Guides

NW Film Center Equipment Manager

“I love that there is an inherent opportunity for movement and creative ways of showcasing your subject. The cycling community also has such a wonderful enthusiasm for nature, exploration, friendship and travel – all great topics in filmmaking!”

Stephanie is a busy filmmaker who holds various positions within the film industry and works on productions.

Stephanie says that as a juror she hopes to see some experimental films, “and hopefully some animations too – anything unexpected, really, would be a delight to see.”

Affiliations

Women In Film – PDX – Vice President of the board
Hollywood Theatre – Volunteer
Cinema 21 – Projectionist and Theater Manager
BendFilm – Venue Manager

Photographer and Filmmaker

Dylan is a lifelong cyclist and loves to spread the beauty cycling has to offer. He has grown up with a deep passion for the competitive side of bike racing but now is enjoying the slower and more enjoyable sides of riding. 

Dylan has worked with a wide variety of bike and outdoor brands helping tell their brand story as a photographer and filmmaker. See his work on his website.

Affiliations

Trans-Cascadia
Oregon Timber Trail

Photo by Robin ONeil

Chris King Precision Components, Digital Marketing Lead

“Cycling gives me that giggly high of endorphins and when a filmmaker can give me that same sensation while I’m sitting still they’ve really created something special.”

Erik says he’s excited to be on the Filmed by Bike jury to be a part of our ability to expand the cycling audience. “This festival allows us to feel connected to all these diverse stories through our mutual love of bikes. I’m thrilled to be able to contribute to and support the artistic cycling community and help others have a similar experience of connection.”

As a juror, Erik says he hopes to see some new surprises. “I’m a sucker for a scenic bikepacking trip, but I really love seeing the new ways people use bikes that I have never dreamed of. Working in the bike industry I feel pretty well versed in the ways a bike can be used but every year Filmed By Bike shows me a new one.”

SPANK Industries/The Gravity Cartel and Bermstyle.com

“I’m a mountain biker, so I always love seeing new approaches to projects  – especially those showcasing less commercial topics. I’m looking forward to seeing new stories that haven’t been told yet.”

One of Jason’s favorite activities is traveling to ride and document trail building success stories for Bermstyle.com. He strives to inspire others to advocate for the sport.

Affiliations

Bikeskills.com – Bike Skills Instructor
Mt. Bike Oregon – Guide Program

Bike Enthusiast

“I love cycling and seeing the films at Filmed by Bike each year always inspires me to do more. I love this event so much and am so happy to be a part of it.”

Jami is a born-and-raised Portlander who says she has been riding bikes with her family and friends all of her life. Jami loves seeing new places by bike and going on bike adventures.

As a juror, Jami hopes to see films by women.

Bike Enthusiast

“Filmed by Bike is a really important part of the Portland bike community. I always walk away feeling excited for my next adventure.”

Erin says she is excited to be on the Filmed by Bike jury so she can finally find out what happens behind the scenes and why some films don’t make it into the festival. Erin is a firm believer that biking is different for everyone. “To showcase the creative, and inspiring ways people use their bikes is motivational.”

As a juror, Erin says she hopes to see diverse stories. “I’d love to see stories about people I’ve never heard of doing things I’ve never seen. As a designer, I always want to see strong visuals.  I have big expectations for beautiful cinematography this year!”

Filmmaker

Anchitta is a working filmmaker is is currently involved in a variety of Portland area projects.

“It’s definitely an honor to be a part of the jury! It’s refreshing to see how Filmed by Bike bridges the cycling community and film enthusiasts together.”

Anchitta says she’s looking forward to watching bike-themed films by creative filmmakers around the world.

“I hope to see bike films with diverse representation both on and off-screen – films made by and about women, LGBTQ, non-binary, and people of color.”

Affiliations

Women in Film – PDX
Oregon Media Production Association

Rat Patrol Member

“Bikes are freedom and self-empowerment in a beautiful wheeled package. Films are yet another medium to share stories we tell each other to learn, be entertained, and further our empathy for one another.”

Anthony’s love bike bikes runs deep and he be found all over Portland at a variety of bike events and activities. He says,”I‘m excited by Filmed by Bike because many of the films are a love letter to our bikes and to the friends around the world we have yet to meet.”

As a juror, Anthony says he hopes to see beautiful and artfully done animated films. “While I do still have a great love for the quirky non-sequitur films of the early years, I’m really thrilled to see the international films.”

Affiliations

Shift to Bikes – Board member and head of Ride Leadership and Education Subcommittee
Rat Patrol –  Club member

River City Bicycles Marketing Manager

“We all live different experiences on our bicycles. I’m excited to see how the filmmakers translate  their stories on screen.”

Ryan is a filmmaker, photographer and bike enthusiast who loves all types of riding. “I can usually be found smiling and riding nearly all kinds of bikes from BMX to mountain to cyclocross and road.”

As a juror, Ryan says to see riveting films. “I want to see films that give me the ‘holy sh*t.. I want to do that’ feeling, I also want to see stories that change our perceptions of what’s possible – be it on bikes or within a larger context of life.”

Affiliations

Friends of Gateway Green – Board Member

Bike Enthusiast

“Filmed by bike has always been a highlight for me and my riding partners every year because we usually have a tour scheduled shortly after the event. It is so inspiring to see all of the other types of riders before we embark upon a big trip.”

Kristen has lived car-free in Portland for 10 years and says she loves exploring by bike. She has toured all over the region and regularly goes out on local overnight bike camping trips.

As a juror, Kristen says she hopes to see more adventure films featuring women.

Bike Culture Enthusiast

Bethany has long been involved with Filmed by Bike as an on-stage personality running our infamous Speed Raffle so it’s an honor to finally award her an esteemed seat on the Jury, where she can sit and relax for a change.

Bethany is affiliated with Gravity Girls, Sprockettes, Fun Hogs and C.H.U.N.K. 666 – all admirable bike culture groups in the region.

Though Bethany is already involved with the festival on an important volunteer level, she says she is excited to be on the jury to meet the fellow jurors and further deepen her involvement with Filmed by Bike.

Favorite post-ride or movie watching snack:  Popcorn

“Filmed by Bike is eclectic, inclusive, inventive, international.”

Filmmaker and Film Instructor

Jennifer is an enthusiastic road cyclist who makes short films. She has been an educator of film production and film studies for over 20 years and is currently on faculty at Pacific University.

Jennifer is excited to be on the jury because she knows firsthand the power of Filmed by Bike; she and her now-husband attended Filmed by Bike years ago as one of their first dates.

Jennifer says she is looking forward to seeing films with diverse representation of the cycling community and films from everyday cyclists.

Favorite post-ride or movie watching snack:  NW IPAs.

“Filmed by Bike is a celebration of the passion folks have for all things cycling and that passion is infectious.”

Oregon Market Shop Coordinator at REI

J is a 13 year bike mechanic veteran and a proud member of the women’s cycling team Team Nonstop. J’s also involved with the Portland chapter of the WTF Bike Explorer community that does weekly, inclusive and adventure-focused rides.

J is excited to be on the jury to get a first-hand look at how others choose to depict our shared passion for bikes and says it is an honor to have a voice in the process. “Every film portrays a different relationship between artist/cyclist and their individual story, and I am excited to both relate and have my worldview expanded.”

As a juror, J hopes to see more films created by women, people of color, and groups not typically represented in cycling culture, as well as films about the intersection of community and bikes/adventure.

Favorite post-ride or movie watching snack: Sugary vegan treats.

“I love Filmed by Bike’s diversity in films and the ability to get a glimpse into other people’s worlds of adventure. Every year after Filmed by Bike I feel a rejuvenation and spark of motivation for my next expedition.”

Communications Manager, The Street Trust

Sommer is a member of the Public Relations Society of America, National Association of Black Journalists, NW Documentary (Filmed by Bike’s beneficiary) and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority – an organization dedicated to public service with an emphasis on programs that target the African American community.

Sommer says she is excited to be on the jury to learn more about Filmed by Bike and perhaps be inspired to find her own style of filmmaking. She hopes to see film submissions that are diverse.

Favorite post-ride or movie watching snack:  My favorite movie-watching snack is Dorito nachos.

“I want to see Black and brown stories or at least stories that include some part of our perspective because we ride too!”

Airbnb Host and Bike Tour Leader

Sarah has a history of being involved in many aspects of what makes Portland the phenomenal city it is, from being a spokesperson for Mayor Vera Katz and communications officer for Portland Parks & Recreation and the Portland Water Bureau. These days she stays busy leading tours of Portland including hiking and biking tours, and organizes an eBike Meetup for The eBike Store.

Sarah says being on the Filmed by Bike jury is a prestigious honor and she’s excited to watch cool movies with other Portland bike enthusiasts!

Favorite post-ride or movie watching snack: Ice cream – any kind will do!

“I love that Filmed by Bike is about real people doing cool things. I love the sense of community around Filmed by Bike.”

Post Production Artist

Evan is a freelance post production artist who works on commercials as an editor and colorist. He’s also a member of the Oregon Media Production Association, one of Filmed by Bike’s partner organizations.

As a freelancer, Evan has the opportunity to collaborate with different innovative people and agencies across a variety of projects.

Evan is excited to be on the jury to combine his love of bikes and bike culture with his profession in the film and video world. He is hoping to see films with interesting stories and even more interesting characters.

Favorite post-ride or movie watching snack:  any kind of salty/sweet trail mix.

“I’m thrilled that Filmed by Bike is bringing bike related films to a larger audience so that they can share in the joy of simply turning pedals.”

Educator in Writing, Literacy and Arts Development

Matt believes in making the outdoors accessible to communities that might not otherwise get the chance to explore due to location and cost. He is a chaperone for school students with the Chill Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to giving students from underserved communities the chance to learn to surf, skate and snowboard.

Matt is excited to be on the Filmed by Bike jury because he’s an avid indie film fan, an mt. biker and an intermittent city commuter/cruiser. He’s looking forward to hearing the film observations of other jurors and learning from the process.

Favorite post-ride or movie watching snack: Popcorn with brewers yeast.

“Filmed by Bike represents the idea of DIY and self sufficiency – technology, pedal power, and creativity means anyone can make something.”

Mt. Bike Guide

Eric is a supporter of the Mountain Bike Oregon festival where he can usually be found wearing the bandanna of a Volunteer Trail Guide, but he has also worked as a vendor and Dream Team member. When racing, he wears a Team Finger jersey. When building trails he does it with 44 Trails, Hood River Area Trail Stewards, or Northwest Trail Alliance.

Eric says he’s excited to be on the Filmed by Bike jury for the free movies and to be part of the passion of the event. He hopes to see film submissions that reflects the ability of the bicycle to transform pain into personal growth.

Favorite post-ride snack: Burger and shake at Stewart’s 58 in Oakridge.

“Filmed by Bike is an institution that humbles me. People pour themselves into producing the event as much as the creators of each submission.”

Cinematographer

Cinematographer Barry Braverman has many years of experience in television documentaries and feature films. His credits include Ridley Scott’s Equals, Wes Anderson’s Moonrise Kingdom and The Darjeeling Limited. TV credits include ABC 20/20, CBS News Sunday Morning and National Geographic TV documentary specials.

Barry is a member of Hollywood cinematographer’s guild and currently conducts camera and visual storytelling workshops throughout the world. His book “Video Shooter” (3rd Edition) from Focal Press explores the art and craft of video storytelling with the latest-generation cameras.

Chris King Precision Components

Chris is the owner and founder of Chris King Precision Components, a performance bicycle component manufacturer based in Portland.

The Chris King brand is revered worldwide for their dedication to lasting quality and beauty, a discerning eye Chris will no doubt bring to his role on the jury.

WHY HE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY

Chris says he’s excited to be on the jury to see this year’s entries, “I look forward to soaking in the vast creativity of other bike-minded people and to learn from and expand my appreciations of this art form from the perspectives of the other jurors.”

LA Sweat

As the founding manager/owner of LA Sweat Pro Cycling, Kelli is a notable and powerful voice in the cycling world. “My goal,” she says, “is to inspire more women to get out and ride in any way they want – from racing to casual to mountain and bikepacking.”

WHY SHE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY

Kelli says she is excited to be on the Filmed by Bike jury because she loves “seeing what other riders are up to and the things they create.”

Her photo is by @_xskillyx_

Friends on Bikes

Molly is the founder of Friends on Bikes, a cycling group for W/T/F/N-B people of color in Portland and Seattle. In addition to being a designer at Ride with GPS, Molly says she is also a lover of gravel riding, bike packing, creating bike related designs and eating donuts. “Typically you can catch me with my friends at PDX Coffee Outside every Friday morning at a different location around Portland.”

WHY SHE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY

Molly says she’s excited to be on the jury to witness and be a part of, in her words, “the Filmed by Bike movement that combines cycling and creativity together to inspire positive cycling experiences around the world.”

The Street Trust

Tia is the Development Director for The Street Trust, a Portland-based non-profit organization that open minds and roads to bicycling.

WHY SHE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY

I get to unplug from what I have to do every day and abandon myself with what I love most – bicycles!

Lost ‘N Portland

Chris is the owner of Portland-based media company Lost ‘N Portland. He says building video content for Lost ‘N Portland has allowed him to express himself in brand new ways.

WHY HE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY

Chris says being on the Filmed by Bike jury will be an excellent experience. “I am excited to take part in such an awesome film festival dedicated to our love of two wheels.”

Mountain Gypsy

Michael describes himself as a mountain gypsy, connoisseur of swimming holes and a self-taught cultural anthropologist.

WHY HE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY

Michael says he’s excited to be on the jury because he has been enjoying attending Filmed by Bike since the very first year.

Drone Nerd

Diego is a self-described “drone nerd” who grew up in Amity, Oregon. He also describes himself as an easy going fair weather cyclist.

WHY HE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY

Diego says he’s excited to be on the jury of an Oregon-based film festival. “I love this state of Oregon I call home.”

Portland Society

Ivy is a Board member of the Portland Society, an organization of female-identified cyclists who strive to make Portland a better place to live, work and ride. When she is not bicycling, she can be found at her all-natural botanical skincare boutique Blendily in Portland.

WHY SHE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY

Ivy says she’s excited to be on the jury to view the stories of filmmakers who share her love of bikes. “Trains, planes, automobiles, subways, ships, and my own two feet all get me from point A to B, but on a bicycle the point of view has such a special place in my heart.”

Bike Enthusiast

Emee is the owner of the event management company EJP Events. She is a longtime bike fun enthusiast and leader of creative group rides such as “Poppin’ Tagz”, “Bastille Day” and “The Doctor Who Ride”. Emee says it was an enthusiastic summer camp media studies teacher who sparked an interest in film, with exposure to Battleship Potemkin and Un Chien Andalou at the tender age of thirteen.

WHY SHE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY

“I love the creativity of film storytelling, and I love bikes. Plus free popcorn? Splendid!”

Assistant Professor of Film at Portland State

Courtney believes that well made films reveal something essential about the human condition and what it’s like to be a little person spinning around on this planet.

Though Courtney says she really loves being a teacher, she has plenty of interests outside of work, including hiking, biking, car touring, camping, coaching youth soccer and following college and professional sports.

WHY SHE’S EXCITED TO JOIN THE JURY
“Biking is an important part of our culture in Portland and it is nice to be able to honor that culture in a way that intersects with my interest in film.”

FAVORITE MOVIE SNACK
Milk Duds

AFFILIATIONS
Portland State Film

Filmmaker

Manny says he has been in love with filmmaking and storytelling since I was a child watching Star Trek reruns in rural Oklahoma. “You could turn on the TV, and you would transported to a world unlike your own.”

“When I come up with an idea or find an interesting subject for a documentary, that’s what gets my engine cranking! Just last year, I was standing in the middle of the jungle of a Filipino village, 105 degrees and dripping with sweat. With my camera in my hand, I thought to myself, ‘This is what it’s all about.'”

Though Manny is a bike racer and frequent rider these days, it wasn’t always that way. In 2009 he was sent on assignment to document the Tour de France. Intently watching the racers through his lens, he grew to appreciate, and eventually fall in love with, the sport.

WHY HE’S EXCITED TO JOIN THE JURY
“Having one of my films screened at Filmed by Bike was one of the most enjoyable festival experiences I’ve ever had. To be able to help choose what movies come to the screen, is a great honor!”

FAVORITE MOVIE SNACK
Beer

AFFILIATIONS
Dirty Fingers Bike Shop

Filmmaker

Dean certainly knows what a bike loving audience wants to see in bike films. His 2015 film “Dea-Nee’s Big Adventure” featured a Pee-wee Herman character pulling hot BMX tricks, and our crowd went wild for it.

When he’s not busy riding empty pools, he is a skateboarding advocate who coordinates fundraising events and works on the development of (bike friendly) skate parks.

WHY HE’S EXCITED TO JOIN THE JURY
“It will be a good opportunity to see what other cyclists are doing these days across the globe”

FAVORITE MOVIE SNACK
Gummies of all kinds, lots of popcorn and anything with a crunch.

AFFILIATIONS
Bone Deth (BMX) bikes, Etnies Flow, and Team Shralp.

Co-producer, The Moth PDX + Nutcase Helmets

David believes well produced films bring all elements of storytelling together to transport us into a different world. “And that new world can change you,” he adds, “if you let it.”

When he’s not busy on stage acting or producing The Moth Story Hour, he likes running triathlons, photography, storytelling, movies, cooking, travel and vast open spaces.

WHY HE’S EXCITED TO JOIN THE JURY
“Filmed by Bike combines two of my very favorite things: Cycling and storytelling. And if I can help bring to light a story that should be shared, I am honored to do so.”

FAVORITE MOVIE SNACK
Popcorn

AFFILIATIONS
Screen Actors Guild, Screen Actors Guild Awards Nominating Committee, Team In Training.

Creative Director

Uma believes film is visual storytelling. “And I love storytelling because it has the power to change people’s minds, touch their hearts, and change the world.”

When she’s not busy building her storytelling platform ImposterSociety.com, Üma can be find shredding trail on her mt. bike. an avid mt. biker. She is also, in her words, “an insufferable foodie.”

WHY SHE’S EXCITED TO JOIN THE JURY
“I started my professional career in media studies with an emphasis on film design. While in school I worked as a bike messenger. I have experienced first-hand how cycling can transform a life and I am really honored to have been selected for the jury.”

FAVORITE MOVIE SNACK
Popcorn and a hoppy IPA.

AFFILIATIONS
AIGA, and American Marketing Association, many writers’ guilds.

Bike Polo

Teresa believes that movies can move us, “They force us to rethink our values/beliefs, transport us to an entirely new universe; movies have an amazing power.”

She also believes that biking allows us to be more connected to the world as we move through it. “You can clearly see all of the things around you, you can stop to fully take in the wonder and awe of the environment, you set the pace and are in control over the situation.”

WHY SHE’S EXCITED TO JOIN THE JURY
“It will be such an amazing unique experience that ties together two of my interests.”

FAVORITE MOVIE SNACK
Kettlecorn

AFFILIATIONS
Portland Hardcourt Bike Polo

Bike Enthusiast

Scott believes film has the ability to allow people to leave their current state of mind and catch a glimpse into something they may have not thought about or experienced before. “It also allows the filmmakers to share their views on the world, he adds.”

Scott is intrigued by the finer points in life: old wooden blimps, the seven-mile deep hole in Russia, abandoned cruise ships and understanding how things work.

WHY HE’S EXCITED TO JOIN THE JURY
“I get to watch over 100 bicycle related films! And be a part of something I’ve appreciated so much in the past.”

FAVORITE MOVIE SNACK
Pizza

Polo Player

Pete believes the best films are those that hypnotize you and make you forget the real world exists. “I love when you completely and thoroughly fall into the story and come to know the characters better than you know some of those closest to you.”

WHY HE’S EXCITED TO JOIN THE JURY
“I’ve been a film lover and a bike fanatic since a young age and now I’m finally getting to combine them in an official capacity.”

FAVORITE MOVIE SNACK
Popcorn

AFFILIATIONS
Portland Hardcourt Bike Polo, Community Cycling Center

Ride Leader

Sherri is drawn to cycling because it forces one to simply be in the moment: focused and aware of surroundings,”which seem like rarity these days,” she says, “with our constant pressure to multitask.”

WHY SHE’S EXCITED TO JOIN THE JURY
“I am excited to be on the jury to watch all of the amazing films submitted to this film festival – even those that don’t make the cut.”

FAVORITE MOVIE SNACK
My favorite movie watching snack is coconut lemon saffron vegan ice cream from Fifty Licks.

AFFILIATIONS
Sorella Forte Women’s Cycling Club, Ride Leader Coordinator for the River City Bicycles Women’s Saturday Intermediate Road Rides

Communications and Community Engagement Manager for Portland Sunday Parkways

Sunday Parkways is a monthly event that provides a car-free network of city streets. In this role, Alexis creates opportunities for people to walk, bike and use public transit.

Beyond her busy day job, Alexis is actively involved with many other projects. She is a co-producer of the podcast Why Isn’t Anyone Talking About This? and a member of the Oregon Environmental Council’s Emerging Leaders Board.

Alexis’ hidden talent is being able to rock karaoke in both English and Japanese.

WHY SHE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY
“I love bikes and film!”

Freelance Filmmaker & Director of Photography

Scott is a Portland-based filmmaker and co-founder of the Great Notion Filmmakers Collective, a network and distribution platform for award-winning filmmakers.

In 2015 Scott released his third feature film, Death on a Rock, which has currently won five awards and four additional nominations at the 12 festivals where it was shown.

In addition to all this film vigilance, Scott is also extremely good at shucking oysters.

WHY HE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY
“It’ll be fun to see all the creative interpretations that would bring one to submit their film to the festival.”

Bookkeeper, Bicycle Transportation Alliance

Meg is a specialty juror who won her coveted spot at Cranksgiving, an event that challenges cyclists to circle the city while collecting food for people in need.

When she’s not busy having fun on her bike, Meg is also a creative piñata maker who runs Llave Designs.

WHY SHE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY
“I like films, I love bikes and I am a big fan of combinations.”

Owner and Chief Engineer, Ruckus Composites

Ruckus specializes in the repair and customization of carbon fiber bicycles and Shawn specializing in having fun on two wheels.

WHY HE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY
Sounds like a fun opportunity.

Animator and Co-Owner of Solmate Socks

We know Randy’s going to be a fun addition to the Filmed by Bike jury as his company specializes in mis-matched socks with funky patterns and bright colors.

For many years Randy worked in animation in Portland. Last Halloween, he and his five-year-old daughter created a rear projected shadow puppet theater on the front window of his house.

WHY HE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY
Randy says he’s excited to be on the Filmed by Bike jury for the free snacks, but that’s not all: “I love attending the festival as an audience member so being on the jury is like watching the Criterion version of the festival. Every film submitted has something interesting to see even if it doesn’t make the final cut”.

Co-Host, Sprocket Podcast

Aaron’s podcast covers simple living, transit and bikes and in his free time Aaron says he packs in as much bike shenanigans as his schedule will allow.

In 2016 Aaron will be exploring new horizons, a journey he says he’s really looking forward to. He wouldn’t mind it if his job title were Secretary of Tomfoolery.

WHY HE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY
“I’ve been a Filmed by Bike fan since I moved to Portland. I never thought I’d be let ‘behind the curtain,’ so to speak. It is quite a privilege.”

Tax and Estate Planning Attorney

Besides doing what she calls “the devil is in the details” work by day, Lori is an active contributor to the vibrancy of Portland’s bike culture.

Lori is a board member of Umbrella, a the fiscal sponsorship organization that supports many Portland bike events. She leads (and participates) in Pedaloalooza rides, fits helmets for the Community Cycling Center, is a Sunday Parkways Mobile Superhero, a member of Cycle Wild bike touring and is actively working to help make the Salmonberry trail to the Oregon Coast a reality.

Lori spent last March solo road tripping through southern Utah, communing with the land by bike and by foot. “If I could swing it, I’d be back again every spring,” she says.

WHY SHE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY
“I love Filmed by Bike! It’s awesome to see people make funny/serious/moving/beautiful films about/with/on the biggest part of my identity – BIKES! I’m so stoked to be part of the test audience and help curate a fantastic 2016 festival.”

System/Applications Analyst

Basically, by day Armando is a fixer, but by all other times he’s a master of bike fun. In 2015, he participated in a wealth of Pedalpalooza rides, was on a Bike Scout Scavenger Hunt team, competed in Cranksgiving and attended an abundance of bike events. Through all of this, Armando, who has lived in Portland since the 90s, says he loves that 2015 was such a year for making more bike friends.

Armando is a member of the Bicycle Transportation Alliance and the Northwest Trail Alliance. He is a firm believer that advocacy is an important tool for making positive change a reality.

WHY HE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY
“I love that Filmed by Bike is growing and growing. I’ve always loved film and studied cinema and photography in college. Bikes have been a big part of my life since I could ride, so being selected as a juror brings these worlds and passions together.”

Accounting Manager

Miriam got her start in film obsession by sitting in on her ex-husband’s film studies classes in Mexico. She says that this resulted in befriending a Mexican movie critic and learning a lot from him.

Miriam also worked for the Mexican government in a film censorship role where she was afforded the rare opportunity to watch an abundance of uncut foreign films.

WHY SHE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY
“I LOVE watching movies, especially shorts and if they were made by creative people, even better.”

Brand Connector, Nutcase Helmets

In addition to being an everyday cyclist, Flip spends his time being an adventurer in life. In 2015 he spent a week at a rave party in an abandoned castle in France followed by a 12-day hike in the polar region of Lappland, Sweden.

“I find myself in the position of being an eternal foreigner. I’ve lived in four countries, speak the four languages (all well, none perfectly) and wherever I am, I seem to be from somewhere else.”

WHY HE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY
“I love the Portland bike community and have really enjoyed Filmed by Bike in the past.”

Business Affairs Coordinator for Marmoset

Marmoset is a boutique music agency that makes handcrafted sounds for filmmakers and storytellers. When she’s not busy slinging contracts and invoices there, Beth is the Media Coordinator for PDX Pop Now!, a non-profit dedicated to simulating and expanding participation in Portland music. She’s also the Volunteer Coordinator for the Oregon Music Hall of Fame.

Beth is no stranger to film fests, in fact she went to five of them in 2015.

WHY SHE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY
“I’m a big music and film fan and local music and film scene supporter, so I’m super stoked to see some unique projects.”

Community Outreach Associate, Earth Advantage

Earth Advantage is a Portland-based nonprofit on a quest to accelerate the creation of better buildings.

We’re excited to have Heather on the jury because she brings some pretty strong super powers to the table. She says she’s really good at being able to identify what movie scene a song comes from, “I am especially good at John Hughes movies from the 80’s.”

WHY SHE’S EXCITED TO BE ON THE JURY
“I am a dedicated proponent of alternative forms of transportation as part of a larger plan to help us reduce our dependence on fossil fuels, and begin to mitigate the dire impacts of climate change. I want to support any effort being made to promote the role of bicycling in this larger context. And I love the bicycle culture and community of Portland!”

Adventure Biking Program & Community Outreach Coordinator at the Mountain Shop

Lisa Luna believes that so many good things come from people, bikes and our world coming together. She is excited to be on the Filmed by Bike jury because she feels the festival is a good example of this, and is a celebration of something she loves.

WHAT SHE DID LAST YEAR
“I loved all of those perfect-dirt days up at Sandy Ridge and the flow state it puts me in. And the Pedalpalooza Karaoke Ride.”

OF NOTE
Lisa is also a mountain bike instructor, mountain bike patroller and Mt Hood ski patroller. Lisa is proud to be putting together a team of people to do a Ride for Reading book drive in the spring.
P.S. She needs help with that. Hint, hint.

Digital Producer and Co-Founder of Brushfire Creative Partners

By Day: constantly making connections with people and working to find creative solutions for businesses and social enterprise.
aka Digital Producer and Co-Founder of Brushfire Creative Partners

Ifanyi says he’s excited to be on the Filmed by Bike jury because he has always been a fan of the festival. “I wrote a film two years ago that is bike themed and I promise, if it gets made, it will premiere at FBB.”

WHAT HE DID LAST YEAR
“I quit my job at Oregon Public Broadcasting and started another acronym, Brushfire Creative Partners. It was scary, brave and difficult, but working for the man was no longer an option.”

OF NOTE
Ifany describes himself as a “Native Portlander/Portland Ex-patriate”. He’s also a filmmaker, storyteller and personally competitive, fair-weather cyclist

Creator of 529 Garage

Why is J excited to be on the Filmed by Bike Jury? Well, he put it this way “At least two of the following are true – 1/ I love movies. 2/ I love bikes. 3/ I love criticizing people’s hard work.” So we’ll leave it up to you do decide.

WHAT HE DID LAST YEAR
Project 529* created a petition to urge Craigslist and eBay to require serial numbers on bike listings and got the support of over 51,000 cyclists and at the end of 2014 they delivered the petitions to the heads of those companies.

OF NOTE
J loves all bikes and is in serious training to complete the holy trinity of cycling in 2015 – the World Naked Bike Ride, Seattle-to-Portland and the Leadville 100.

* Project 529 is the first mobile-based bike registration community that’s like a neighborhood watch network in your pocket. When a bike goes missing, users can press a button to activate the local cycling community – eyes on the street to look out for the bike.

Adventures Without Limits

Larz is an adventurer who loves to explore by bike. “One of my most memorable adventures was biking from Lhasa, Tibet to Kathmandu, Nepal with good friends so I’m super excited to be on the jury of a local film festival that’s all about bikes!”

WHAT HE DID LAST YEAR
Larz is pretty proud of the fact that he managed to make it through year one of fatherhood.

OF NOTE
Larz and Adventures without Limits are the local hosts for the Banff Mountain Film Festival, Radical Reels Tour and the 5Point Film Festival’s On the Road series.

Community builder, adventurer, joy facilitator

Chris has been a dedicated Filmed by Bike volunteer for six years.”This year I’m excited to help pick the movies and next year maybe I’ll finally make one,” he says.

HOW HE SPENT LAST YEAR
“Last winter I rode my bike from california to Texas. Last summer I helped organize oregon’s second largest organized bike ride – composed of over 9,000 naked people.”

OF NOTE
Chris is that guy who rides around town with bunny ears on his helmet. Your challenge now is to try to spot him on the streets of Portland.

Renewable Energy Project Developer

Ann is excited to be on the Filmed by Bike jury because it is in line with her desires to make positive change happen. “There is no silver bullet solution to the giant pickle this country has gotten itself into on nearly every front, but bicycling helps raise awareness about some critical challenges we are facing. Increasing ridership serves as one small part of the solution, so any opportunity to be an advocate is one I am excited about.”

HOW SHE SPENT LAST YEAR
Ann spent 2014 reaching new heights with her first solo weekend camping adventure and later summiting Mt. Adams

OF NOTE
Ann is a sucker for hill climbs but rides a steel cyclocross bike, certain that by holding off on getting a lighter frame she will appreciate it all the more when she finally does.

Director-at-Large, Sponsorship and Fundraising

Chris is dedicated to building community and appreciation for cycling-related activities that will inspire others to be more active, healthy, caring and compassionate. He loves that being on the Filmed by Bike jury can help contribute to this passion.

WHAT HE DID LAST YEAR
“My very most favorite thing about 2014 was the birth of our firstborn child. Being a stay-at-home caregiver for several months with my infant son was simply irreplaceable as a human experience. I recommend it.”

OF NOTE
Chris has a lifelong passion for and sense of belonging with bikes. ”My youthfulness is never lost when I’m pedaling a bike.”

Author of “Bicycling Magazine’s Big Book of Cycling for Beginners”

Educator/Owner: Gracie’s Wrench

“Being on the jury is a long-time dream of mine come true, so to be able to sit in a screening with so much talent in my fellow esteemed judges and have the pleasure of viewing bike films from around the world is dreamy,” says Tori. “I’m thrilled to help make Filmed by Bike the biggest, best bike party of the year! I’m also fired up about the festival being at the Hollywood Theatre this year.”

HOW SHE SPENT LAST YEAR
Tori went into the wilds of Alaska to complete her first back-country, single-track bikepacking trip. Tori adventured for six days living on and in only what she could carry strapped to her bike as she traveled through the magnificent, quiet tundra of Alaska.

OF NOTE
Tori is also a co-host of the KBOO Bike Radio Show, a dog wangler, foodie, gardener and rider of bikes.

Dirt Rag and Bicycle Times, Online Editor

Adam is new to Portland has been soaking in the vibrancy and richness of our diverse cycling culture. “Cyclists are inherently a creative bunch,” he says, “so I’m looking forward to seeing what kinds of stories they share through film.”

WHAT HE DID LAST YEAR
“I had a chance to spend a week in Amsterdam in the spring. More bikes that I have ever seen!”

OF NOTE
“I love riding fat bikes and I’m not afraid to admit it.”

PathLessPedaled.com

Russ says he has been a big fan of Filmed by Bike since he heard about it years ago “and it’s a great honor to be on the jury. The level of sophistication with bike films has increased over the years, so it will be fascinating to see the best of the best. Also, bourbon.”

HOW HE SPENT LAST YEAR
“Our company did a week long photoshoot with Ortlieb. The days were long and challenging and it took a lot of logistics and planning to pull off. We shot in Portland, the Columbia Gorge, the Deschutes River Trail and on the Oregon Coast. We got up before the sun rose and didn’t stop until it set, so it took a lot of stamina. At the end of the whirlwind week we produced some great images for them.”

OF NOTE
Russ is a pretty avid fly fisherman. He learned how to fish in the middle of a three-year-long bicycle tour and says he hasn’t put the rod down since. If you’re looking for a biking fishing buddy, Russ is your man.

Partner, ECHOS Communication

Billy is excited to be on the Filmed by Bike jury because, simply put, he likes riding bikes and watching movies. “Combine those two activities,” he says, “and the only thing better is a foot massage.”

WHAT HE DID LAST YEAR
“I made a big effort to stay local and spend time with my kids and bring them out to most of the local cross races. Watching my little dudes rip though the mud laughing is the highlight of my week. We spend our time exploring, riding and playing outside. Showing my children the world that I am passionate about is better than a foot massage, maybe.”

OF NOTE
Billy is terrified of volcanoes and dislikes doctors on recumbent bikes. When he’s not busy doing PR and marketing for cycling brands, he listens to The NeverEnding Story theme song on loop while climbing hills. He also likes to party. That may or may not be the reason he was accepted onto the Filmed by Bike jury.

Freelance Producer for Film and Video

Lilah is a crafty and resourceful aunt extraordinaire who loves chips and salsa and is a master of making creative ideas come to life. Lilah is wrapping up a two-year stint at NW Documentary where she helped Filmed by Bike form a partnership with the organization. Lilah was a key crew member of “Bare As You Dare,” the World Naked Bike Ride documentary.

Lilah says she’s excited to be on the jury so she can see the behind the scenes of Filmed by Bike and help make this year’s festival a success. She’s got the film aspect down pat, but the bike part is somewhat new to Lilah. “When I was a kid I was always way too busy watching Mork & Mindy reruns and movie after movie after movie to even think about going outside and riding a bike,” she explains. “So I didn’t learn to ride until I was 25! I’m still working on mastering life on two wheels, but now you can find me riding all over town on my bike in my free time. It’s a refurbished 8-speed, and I call the color “mermaid’s tears.”

Who Knew? Lilah once set a Guinness World Record by organizing the world’s largest human wheelbarrow race.

Favorite food cart: Native Bowl on Mississippi Ave

Co-Owner of Metrofiets bicycle company

Like many of our jurors, Phillip is excited to be on the jury to have the esteemed honor of seeing all the submissions, even the dirty dogs that won’t make the cut.

In his free time, Phillip is a beer brewing, bike riding family chilling dude.

Who Knew? Phil is also involved in the Pedal Powered Talk Show, which is entering its third season. Watch an episode to see Phillip pedaling the bike that carries the host of the show.

Favorite food cart area: The pod outside of Prost on Mississippi.

Event Wrangler and Beer Dude at Velo Cult Bike Shop & Tavern

Pop into Velo Cult Bike Shop & Tavern in Portland’s Hollywood District most days of the week and you’ll find George behind the bar slinging a carefully crafted selection of beers and brewing pour-over coffees.

George says “Having dodged official jury duty for years, I’m excited to fulfill my civic duty watching a moving canvas of all things bike!” and he’ll be right at home as Filmed by Bike Jury Duty takes place in Velo Cult’s clandestine basement theater.

Who Knew? George may come off as a softie, but really he’s tough as nails: “As Founder & Lifetime Member, you should know that my brothers & sisters of the Roughneck Kitty Klub don’t like to be messed with.”

Favorite food cart: PDX 671 at the Rose City Food Carts. “Guamanian food!! Chicken kelaguen with red rice please!!!!”

Owner of Sugar Wheel Works

Jude has made a name for herself in the bike world as a master wheel builder. She’s excited to be on the jury for the trifecta of snacks, good people and Filmed by Bike all coming together. We’re fairly certain she won’t be disappointed in those snacks.

Who knew? Early on in her company’s existence, Jude was forced to chance her company name from Epic Wheel Works thanks to the power of another company with a similarly named product, but most people agree the imposed change resulted in a much sweeter name.

Favorite food cart: Native Bowl

Marketing Coordinator at Western Bikeworks

Maria Schur’s entire life is wrapped up in bikes. She is the treasurer of Portland Society, a networking group for biking women, has helped plan the Portland Tweed Ride, rides with Velodirt and creates bike friendly products like compact seating cushions, decorated reflective mud flaps and more.

Who knew? In addition to kindhearted talents like making people smile and laugh, Maria also prides herself making people push themselves harder on a bike.

Favorite food cart: The falafel booth at SW 5th & Oak

Host of the Sprocket Podcast

Brock is a master of sharing his ideas and opinions on all things bicycle as a host on the Sprocket Podcast, but in terms of being on the Filmed by Bike Jury, he’s looking forward to hearing what the other jurors have to say and what they find interesting on screen.

“I’ve been a huge fan of filmed by bike since I learned about it, and consider it to be the cream of Portland’s bike fun crop,“ he says. “I look forward to this a/v celebration of bicycle culture every year, and I’m honored by the chance to help select this year’s top films!”

Who knew? Brock drives a school bus for the Portland Public School District, transporting students with special needs. “I like this job because it keeps me in touch with people who have disabilities, which is not always our society’s highest priority – I think it gives me an enhanced perspective on the world around me.”

Favorite food cart: Cackalacks Hot Chicken Shack on Belmont

Wrangler of a six biking kids

As the wrangler of six energetic kids in an impressive car-free household, Emily says she is perhaps most looking forward to being on the Filmed by Bike Jury because the “ jury duty is held during the dinner hour, and that’s a very traumatic time for me.”

Emily is excited to see the films before the general public, and to be able to brag to her friends. “I can brag about it and annoy people. Haters gonna hate,” she further explains.

Who Knew? Ditching her car and going car free with such a large family has led to enjoy notoriety to land Emily a spot on the The Ricki Lake Show.

Favorite Food Cart: Potato Champion

Photo credit: BikePortland

Software Engineer, Elemental Technologies

Jason has a strong love for independent film and bikes. “We live in an age where the technology for filmmaking has become so accessible and more and more people can realize their creative vision,” Jason says. “I’m looking forward to helping select the most artistic, entertaining, thought-provoking and fun films for the enjoyment of the Filmed By Bike audience.”

We like the creative diversity Jason brings to the Filmed by Bike Jury: “I’ve played guitar in a metal band, spun records as a techno DJ, done some game development and for the last few years I’ve been writing fiction, including a pile of short stories, a self-published novel and another unpublished novel that is in the works.”

Who Knew? Jason organizes a monthly meetup called PDXCloud for technology professionals who work with cloud computing. He also volunteers with Adoption Mosaic, an organization that brings support and resources to all members of the adoption community.

Favorite food cart: Koi Fusion

Bicycle Mechanic and Tour Guide

When he’s not busy taking tour groups around Portland by bicycle with Cycle Portland, Guthrie chronicles his bike adventures through photo and video on his website PinchFlatFortune.com. He also plays a Ukelele (maybe he’ll serenade us at Jury Duty), drinking microbrews (we do a lot of that at Jury Duty) and rescuing kittens (who knows what lurks in the alleys around VeloCult).

Who Knew? Guthrie prides himself his skills of unicycling in drag and growing socially questionable facial hair.

Favorite food cart: Just Thai in downtown Portland

Brian has worked in the film industry for more than 10 years. His past work includes shooting for Filmed by Bike favorites “Claire Rides a Bike” and “Right Hook” by Mike Vogel. Brian is an active member of the cycling community in Portland and bring his unique perspective and critical eye to the jury selection process.

A former juror who nominated Brian also thought he would be a good fit because “he loves whiskey and free food.”

Before moving to Portland in 2011, Lois co-owned four bicycle stores in Ohio, started a tiny non-profit that produced the first Sunday Parkways-type event in the U.S. and was the field coordinator for Bicycling Magazine’s BikeTown program.

“BikeTown was the best job on the planet because I gave away hundreds of bicycles to people in over 30 cities to see if a bicycle could change someone’s life. My life in Portland is very low-key compared to my life in Cleveland.”

Linda is a veteran of the bicycle industry, having cut her chops working in many fine bikes shops.

She is the mastermind behind the new Velo Vine Rides bicycle tours. As for what she loves about bikes and Portland, Linda say, “Being able to ride your bike to a movie in Portland, have a glass of beer and slice of pizza is the greatest thing in the world.”

Brian is one of the owners of the creative, cool Radio Room bar/restaurant in Portland.

Brian is a lover of art and film and enjoys showcasing the artistic side of Portland through Radio Room’s varied art and the music that plays throughout the space. Brian explains that at Radio Room “Bike culture and art quite often collide to make beautiful love together, just like Filmed By Bike.”

By day, Kristin helps communities with the planning and development of recreation and tourism-based economies through her work at Travel Oregon.

Kristin says that what she loves best about bikes and Portland spans the seasons: “Commuting in the pouring rain with the throngs of other bundled-up commuters and dry summer evening rides in skirts and boots to BBQs.”

Communications Director, Bicycle Transportation Alliance

Photography and short films have played a big role in Will’s adult life, moving him from simply getting around on a bicycle to falling in love with the beautiful simplicity of riding. “Every time I’ve attended Filmed By Bike I’ve been impressed by the films. I’m honored and excited by the challenge to help curate a collection of films to inspire everyone who come out for Filmed By Bike in 2014,” he says.

Who Knew? “I’m really proud to have grown up in Eugene. I don’t get to talk about my love of that city nearly often enough. It’s one of my favorite places to ride a bike of anywhere I’ve ridden in North America. The trail network around the Willamette River, the connectivity around the University of Oregon, and recent improvements around the Eugene/Springfield border are all interesting examples of how a city can make bicycling a pleasant and practical option for getting around.”

Favorite Food Cart: DV Vegetarian on SW 3rd “Their Philly Cheesesteak is my Everest. One day I will conquer an entire one in a single sitting…maybe.”

Leann is the editor of the CyclingPortland.com blog. She says she has raced competitively and “participated in far too many ridiculously challenging rides such as The Death Ride, the Terrible Two Double Century, and the Shasta Super Summit Century.”

Leann is a native Oregonian who was born and raised in Corvallis, graduated from the University of Oregon with a degree in Communications & Film, and has lived in Portland since 1987.

Rob is the Executive Director of the Bicycle Transportation Alliance. When he’s not busy in the bike world, Rob likes to read mysteries and sci/fi, do crossword puzzles, cook and stare at mountains. Rob says he is excited to be on the jury because he loves the art of short film. “For me films are a way into someone else’s vision of the life and the world.”

Grant Butler is a food and arts writer for The Oregonian’s Foodday and A&E sections as well as MIX magazine.

Grant describes himself as a movie fanatic, so you can be assured he won’t go easy on the Filmed by Bike submissions.

A Better Cycle

Rachel is one of the driving forces behind A Better Cycle, a worker-owned bike shop in SE Portland. “My excitement when I saw the email asking me to be on the jury compares to my adolescent dreams of being assigned the bus seat next to my crush on a long field trip.”

Rachel says she loves Portland and that “Mt. Hood from a distance, on a clear and crisp day, has left an indelible impression on my heart.”

BikeRepublic

Ken Nichols is probably Filmed by Bike’s second biggest fan, right after his wife, Mary. Ken’s dream is to be a car-free family. With six kids he’s not quite there yet, but he does his best to get the family out by bike as much as possible.

Ken is working on bike-related business and loves to dream about bikes.

Paul is an award-winning filmmaker who finds jury duty to be a good way to contribute to Filmed by Bike instead of merely heckling during the show.

He says he loves that bikes keep him from looking foolish in the middle of the street. He thinks film is the best reason to sit in a large dark room with strangers. “Just keep your hands to yourself, mostly,” he says.

Portland Pedal Power

Jenn Dederich is the manager and co-owner of Portland Pedal Power, the egg shaped delivery and marketing by bicycle company.

She is a life-long bike commuter who has always chosen to live and work in locations that allow her to commute by bike. “Each day I have the privilege of stretching my legs and reconnecting with my community. It is honor to be a judge at this competition.”