For those times that we have to drive: 1. I will drive less, putting less traffic on the roads in my community.Without this component, the other pledges are smoke with no fire. We’ll look at all the transportation options available to us, planning our car trips ahead of time to minimize milk (beer/video/diaper/whatever) runs. Reductions…
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Best Card Trick In The World
So what does this have to do with cycling you ask. Well, besides the Bicycle deck of cards. NOTHING!!!
Hundreds Of Stolen Bikes
THIS picture reveals the true extent of Edinburgh’s soaring bike theft problem as hundreds are stockpiled in a police warehouse. The stolen bikes will lie in the Fettes storage unit for four months before being auctioned off if their owners don’t come forward to claim them. The youngsters, aged 15 and 16, are accused of…
1/2 Of Stony Creek Trail Discovered
Beer Pong was the choice of entertainment last night. But as 2:30 am came along, we decided to leave because plans were made to hit the Stony Creek Trail early the next morning. We were supposed to meet right at 6:00 am. That meant having to get up at 5:30. I can’t believe I did…
Beer Skid
Now THAT’S talent!
Any Cool Bike Plans?
So does anyone have any interesting bike plans for the weekend? A few friends and I are planning to hit Stony Creek Trail again. Hopefully no one backs out this time.
Burning Man
As I browse thru CraigsList Bike Listings, (I’m still looking for a cheap fixie) there are a lot of people selling bikes for ‘Burning Man’. So, since I live under a rock, I had to find out what the heck ‘Burning Man’ is and its relationship with bikes. The Quick definition of Burning man is…
Driver Under the Influence of Prescription Meds Kills Bicycling Teacher
This lady right here killed an Elementary School Teacher that was riding her bicycle. “(The driver) did not put on her brakes or anything,” said Brian Cummings, who watched from the auto dealership where he works as the Lexus slammed into Tift, throwing her from her silver and blue bicycle. Tift, who was not wearing…
Can You Believe That?!
I know!!! I find it hard to believe that dog doesn’t have a leash!
Bikes and Errands
This evening after getting back from dinner with some friends, I had to go pick up potato sacks (sack races) for a family reunion we’re having this weekend. Rather than hopping back into the car, I decided to get on the RedLine 925 and ride down the street to my buddy’s house. I made sure…
Bicycle Abuse
This bike has obviously taken quite a beating. There should be a hot line we could call in the event you suspect bicycle abuse.
Man, people suck sometimes.
Here’s a social experiment where a dude purposely steals his bike over and over again and no one tried to stop him. If things are really like this, man anyone can easily steal a bike without anyone taking a notice. You’ll see in the video the fella gets some help from a bystander, not the…
Slow and Easy
When I first started commuting to my work in Fountain Valley, Ca. I would try to beat my time on reach ride. I used pretend that I was on a race everytime I got on my bike. On the same token, I was putting my self in more risk because I was weaving in and…
Anaheim identifies bicyclist killed in crash
Courtesy of the OC Register. By CINDY CARCAMO The Orange County Register ANAHEIM Officers identified a bicyclist who died in a crash Tuesday as Everett Dawkins, 32, of Anaheim, Sgt. Rick Martinez said Wednesday. Dawkins died Tuesday afternoon after a car struck him near Katella Avenue and Euclid Street, Martinez said. At about 5 p.m….
Tread Mark
Where would you like to leave your tread marks? Area 51 is my next stop. To the National Security, this is obviously not a real picture. Please don’t send the Men In Black.
Hummer Hostility
What is up with all this hostility agaist a Hummer. I loves me some Hummers. 😉
RedLine 925 First Impression
I’ve started riding again after letting my hamies rest for a week and I couldn’t wait to get on the RedLine 925. For her maiden voyage I took the 925 to work. This was my first experience riding a fixed gear bike. It took me a few miles to get used to the constant pedaling….
Good Luck Eri
One of CBB very own, SGT Eri Ramos has been and would be out of the net for the next few weeks. He is currently attending the Military Freefall Jumpmaster Course in Yuma Arizona. We pray for blue skies and your safe journey. Best of luck to you buddy.
Hummer Commercials
Have you guys seen those Hummer H3 Commercials where the mom gets pushed around by some other bully mom so she goes and buys a Hummer to make her feel better? Watch it HERE Is it me or is this commercial and other Hummer commercials targeting those with low self-esteem? Are they that desperate to…
Coward… Part 2
So there I was, driving my VW Beetle on the bicycle lane going the opposite way. I figure, since cyclists can ride on the sidewalk and use the crosswalks going the opposite way, why couldn’t I drive the bike lane? Is not like cyclists use it anyways, I just had to be careful with runners…
Terry Scooter Capri Review
Overview: This tailored bike capri with side hem notches, 20″ inseam and great stitching detail looks best on the widest variety of body types. Bulk free construction, beautiful stretch woven exterior and lightest weight internal liner with unobtrusive chamois. Traditional waist, with flat front, zip fly and dual off-seam pockets; slightly elasticized rear; tapered leg;…
Commute By Bike T-Shirt
I’m happy to say that I am now a proud owner of a Commute By Bike T-Shirt! It came in the mail today and I just had to show it off. I even paraded it through the Harrisburg Mall. I love my CBB T-Shirt!!! Get yours today at the CBB Store.
Drivers and What They Drive
Our friend Gordon posted a responce to my Coward posting. He goes into detail what type of drivers drive what kind of cars. I thought it was funny enough to share it with everyone. RL, you left a very important detail out of your story” That was, what kind of car was he driving” It’s…
Coward…
So there I was, about 100 yards away from my office. I’ve been on the road for 17 miles and about an hour and twenty minutes, feelin’ tired, but good. Just imagine there’s a cross walk where the bicycle is… I hit the crosswalk button, I start riding accross and cars are making right turns…