Here in NYC, we have a great organization called Transportation Alternatives looking out for us. They hold an annual race to see who can get from point A to point B fastest: the bike, the subway or the taxi. Here’s an excerpt from their press release: On Friday morning, National Bike to Work Day, Transportation…
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Stupid Politics
Unfortunately I had to drive to work today. As I drove thru my route, I pictured myself riding the KHS Urban X passing all the cars that were stuck in traffic. Once I got on the freeway, I really missed my bike. Stupid traffic was going 5 mph. But the thing that pisses me off…
Riding in the Heat
Summer is creeping up fast, I know that there will be occasions where we’ll be out riding our bike in 90-100 degree weather. With that in mind, I found some great tips from About.com on riding in the summer. Timing Timing is the key to life. Summer bike riding isn’t any different. Consider planning your…
To Shave or Not to Shave!
Do commuters need to shave their legs? Nasty!
Price Point Epic Baggy Shorts Review
Overview: Price Point Epic Baggy Shorts are high on value, low on price. Helenca liner with a Microsuede chamois, leg grippers, two side pockets, seamless gussett for added comfort, and a drawstring waist. The Epic Baggy shorts come in a variety of colors and sizes. Disclaimer: As a product reviewer for Commute By Bike, I…
Isn't that illegal?
” FAQ: Isn’t riding your bike in the middle of the lane illegal? Let’s start with California’s vehicle code: Duty of Bicycle Operator: Operation On Roadway. VC 21202 a) Any person operating a bicycle upon a roadway at a speed less than the normal speed of traffic moving in the same direction at such time…
Defensive Biking
Typically, when I am out on the streets with my bike, I ride defensively. What does that mean, well I basically make drivers know that I am there. If I have to yell or scream to get their attention I will. It could easily come off that I am jerk. What chops my hide is…
Air Quality
For the most part we ride our bikes because we love to ride. Some do it because they have to, others live close enough to work and even some just like the challenge or figuring out how much money they kept in their pockets rather than it going out the exhaust pipe. However, I can’t…
Commando or Civilian
Is it necessary to wear cycling shorts to commute? Our buddy Chris Smith request his favorite cyclist/motivational speaker/actor’s picture.
Ibex Alpine 550
Today we received the new Ibex Alpine 550 to review. I was really impressed on how well the folks at Ibex packed the bike. It took me at least 15 minutes just to take it out of the box and remove all of the protective packing materials. After all the packaging was off…
Can Helmets Cause More Problems?
Here’s more to the age old argument of helmets…. There is a good deal of circumstantial evidence that helmeted cyclists are more likely to crash, and data from one study [4] suggests that those wearing a helmet are more than 7 times likely to hit their heads if they do. Many falls result in arm…
Rec Rac Review
Disclaimer: As a product reviewer for Commute By Bike, I am providing my unbiased opinion of any products provided to us by any company. I do not posses any type of relationship with the product’s company or parent companies. Companies that send in their goods to be reviewed do not compensate me in any way….
Two wheels and no fill-ups
Courtesy of Chron.com Rain or shine, Morrison now bikes the six miles from his home in Fairfield, about 45 miles northeast of San Francisco, to the packaging plant where he works as a machine operator. Six months after switching to two wheels, he feels more relaxed and healthier, having lost nearly 50 pounds. “Every time…
Hmmm….
So there I was sitting at my desk thinking…. Gee, in the past year we’ve covered quite a bit of commuter related info. Things about the rules of the road, using an IPOD while riding, fixing things, industry news, product reviews, how to’s and many more. Which brings me to my point, what…
Armed Forces Day
Commute By Bike salutes the men and women for their patriotic service to protect our country. Happy Armed Forces Day! To find a special event listing in your local area click HERE.
Folder Festivals
There are a couple of Folding Bikes Festivals happening soon: In New York: Fold Up! Folding Bike Ride and Festival THE RIDE WHAT: A leisurely 10-mile ride through Manhattan and Brooklyn showcasing folding bicycles. (But all types of bikes are welcome, as long as their riders are folding-curious!) WHERE: Start location: West 23rd Street on…
Helmet Head
Getting helmet head should be the least of your worries.
Bike To Work – Randy Policar
People commuted by bike to work because of the National Bike to Work Day. Even if it was one day out of the year, having a day like today is very important. It gives people a reason to try it. Last year my brother told me about Bike to Work Week and the official Bike…
Ibex Corrida LT 4.4 Update
We’ve had the Ibex Corrida for a while now. I figured this would be a good time to provide an update on how the bike is doing. You may remember that I rode it in the City of Angels ride. The course we rode was about 40 plus miles which included the jacked up streets…
Bike to Work Day-John LaPierre
The following is a JJ exclusive Bike to Work Day statement… There was no flashy campaign, very few public service announcements, and almost no one knew it, but…May is National Bike Month The League of American Bicyclists is promoting Bike-to-Work Week from May 15-19 and Bike-to-Work Day on Friday, May 19. Almost every week and…
Bike to Work Day-Jay Dunnuck
One of our dedicated readers, Jay Dunnuck (the tall corn-fed one in the middle) sent us pictures of the commuters of his company. What’s great is he convinced 6 of them to ride to work today. In celebration of Bike to Work Day, they’re also having a company BBQ complete with burgers and brats…mmm left…
Bike to Work Picture
This was the only opportunity I had to take a picture, while putting my bike in the storage area in the basement at my work. For me it was not just bike-to-work day; it was bike-to-work-then-to-the-army-navy-store- and-then-to-a-restaurant-and-then-home-at-midnight day. by the way – I hailed my wife a cab at Rivington and Bowery and rode off…
Bike to Work Day-RL
Here’s a shot of my bike at my cubby hole. Whats sad is, I didn’t realize how small my work space is….and its a mess.
Orange County Ride of Silence
RL and I got the chance to go to the Orange County Ride of Silence. We were lucky because the ride took place on RL’s town and about 8 miles away from my house. I didn’t know what to expect or who to expect. As I was waiting for RL to arrive, I heard a…