The folks of Cycletote just sent us a very neat trailer to review. They sent us the Touring model. You’re wondering how does this become a trailer? Well with my magical mechanic hands, anything is possible! Here are some of the specs: Standard Equipment The Touring Model, Covered Wagon, Woody, and Bare Trailer come equipped…
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Loeka Press Release
Ladies have you been naughty or nice? How lucky are you feeling? Test your luck by entering your name on the Loeka mailing list to win one of 3 gift cards. Loeka has also recently introduced their mailing list sign on www.loeka.com When you sign up, you will be first to know about new products,…
Press Release-Loeka
*It’s pronounced…”Low-Kah” LOEKA CHRISTMAS CONTEST LADIES HAVE YOU BEEN GOOD THIS YEAR? GUYS, WE HAVE NOT FORGOTTEN ABOUT YOU! Ladies have you been naughty or nice? How lucky are you feeling? Test your luck by entering your name on the Loeka mailing list to win one of 3 gift cards. Loeka has also recently introduced…
View
Check out this breath taking view from my ride home today.
Jamie And His i-Ride
A couple of months ago, CbB had a contest for the Active Tunes i-Ride. Jamie Long was the lucky individual who won this cool prize. He uses the i-Ride at work, on the trails, and on leisure rides with his two boys. Jamie said that his kids fight over who gets to ride their bike…
Got Spiz?
Spiz just sent us some Spiz. I’ve been using it to help me drop some weight. I drink it for breakfast and after my workouts. What’s great about it is the drink not only tastes pretty good, but its complete in nutrition. So that means all my needs are met which also means that I…
Ultimate Support Pro Compact Repair Stand Review
Product: Ultimate Support Pro Compact Repair Stand Price: $139 and Up. 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…
Bicycle Industry News
This will be a new feature on CBB for our Partners and for the rest of the bike business to let us know about what’s going on in the world of bikes! If you have a press release or any bicycle related information that you want the public to know, send it to me. EMAIL…
What Are People Thinking!?!?!?!?!?!
Moe showed me this ad on Craigslist for our area. It blew me away just how stupid people can be… **EASY-FIX Adult’s MOUNTAIN BIKE****$400 BIKE ONLY FIVE BUCKS!!!!!! – $5 Great mountain bike, missing only the seat and front wheel– just five bucks! Very inexpensive and easy to replace these….basically a $400 bike for $5!…
Whittier Greenway Trail
Click here for interactive map I was excited to see that the Whittier Greenway trail construction is on it’s way. The Greenway Trail is included in the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (LACMTA) “Southeast Area Bicycle Master Plan.” The trail will pass through residential, commercial, industrial and institutional land uses in Whittier, connecting these…
How to Remove a Freewheel Cassette
There are alot of bikes out on the roads and trails that use older style Freewheel cassettes. These are a bit different because you don’t use a chain whip to remove them off the wheel. Basically you take your cassette removal tool, place it in a vice. Remove the axle nuts off the wheel. Place…
RPM Cyclery Has 1 Left!
Check out this sweet Torker Bermuda Tandem. RPM Cyclery has one left and its on clearance for a low price of $399! Feel free to call them. Scott Finch will totally hook you up. By the way if you mention the secret discount code….”RL is super cool!” you can get additional discounts on your purchase!…
Why Bikes Are Better
Here’s a perfect reason why people should ride their bikes.
Commute By Bike
People always ask why I ride my bike to work. Its really a simple answer; I love it!!! I try to explain why but some just don’t see it. I always try to get some of my coworkers to ride to work with me. A few have tried but most wouldn’t even consider it. I…
Owning a piece of American Bike History
Photo courtesy of Schwinn Lightweight data book. Last friday, RL and myself headed to RPM cyclery to check out a couple of Tandems that Scott had for sale. In her letter to Santa, my oldest daugther is asking him to bring her a Tandem bike so she can ride with dad (isn’t that special). But…
KHS F20-R First Impression
Here’s a picture of the ‘mystery bike’, its a 2006 KHS F20-R. This bike is what I like to call, a High Performance foldable. What do I mean by ‘High Performance’? At about 18 lbs, it’s ultralight, the Shimano Tiagra Sti drivetrain shifts fast, precise and smoothly, the rear is equipped with a .5″ shock,…
1974 Schwinn Stingray Fairlady…Keep it or Sell it?
Just today I bought myself a 1974 Schwinn Stingray Fairlady (Chicago made). It’s in excellent condition. From what I’ve learned, this bike is some what popular with the bike collectors. Everything on it is original. Even the tires say Schwinn on them! So here’s the kicker, I bought it for a low price of $50!…
Looking back at November
November saw 2 of our staff members get older. Myself and Priscilla celebrated birthdays this month. Here are November’s most commented posts and product reviews: *Our #1 post was Nick’s “How to dress for Cold Weather” article. We also got comments from other commuters that ride during the winter months. It is hard to relate…
Riding Into The Wind
My commute back home today was quite a workout. Currently the Susquehanna Valley is in a severe thunderstorm watch. Winds are blowing 25 to 35 mph and gusts up to 40 at times. Pretty strong winds if you ask me. It didn’t matter which way I turned, I was always riding into the winds. My…
Win a Free Pump!
All you have to do is sign up for the Fezzari Bicycles Newsletter and you can win a pump! They also have some Christmas Specials with some crazy prices. All you have to do is call them, 888-833-9927!
10 Things NOT To Do To or On a Bike
1. Don’t spray WD-40 on any braking surfaces. -If you do, you won’t be able to stop in time. 2. Don’t pee on it…well cuz’ it’s just wrong… 3. Don’t brag about how much you spent on your bling bling bike. -You never know if a thief is listening… 4. Don’t wear cycling jerseys if…
Accessories Added
Do you find yours adding more and more accessories to your bike? When I first started commuting by bike, the first thing I just had to have was a saddle bag. Not really sure why. But I felt a need to get one. When I finally got one, I had to fill it up with…
To Be Seen Or Not To Be Seen
I own one of these reflective vests. Actually I found it on the side of the road while I was driving. However, I haven’t started using it yet. Do own one and if so, do you use it?
Rain Tires?
The other day it rained in Sunny Southern California. I was hesitant to ride my bike on the rain so I opted to drive. One of the reasons I was hesitant was due to the fear of losing traction on the rain slick streets. I ‘googled’ bike rain tires but the results were inconclusive. So,…