I decided to attach the Fossil Fool Down Low Glow to my mountain bike, a Giant Warp. I had to Mickey Mouse a few zip ties to make it work since the frame has wider diameter tubes. This is me with my costume and my bike. I’m a pimp’d out monk!
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The Best Biking Costume…
No one can out do Biker Fox!
Happy Halloween
Does anyone have an interesting Cyclist costume? If so e-mail your pictures HERE and I’ll post it on CBB. Have fun trick or treating tonight. But please be safe.
Light up!
With Daylight savings time having ended on Sunday, that leaves a lot of commuters riding in the dark. There’s a misconception that reflectors, which are mandatory in most states, are enough for us to be seen. I usually turn to www.sheldonbrown.com, one of the most complete websites about bikes and cycling for information. He has…
Here's our Winner, Scott Kennedy!
You guys probably remember that we had a contest for the “Gas Sucks, Ride a Bike” T-shirt. Meet Scott Kennedy from the Peach State, Georgia. He’s showing off brand spankin’ new shirt along with his brand spankin’ new Redline Monocog. Don’t start getting jealous, we didn’t give him a new bike! Scott bought that on…
Around The World By Bike
Must be great to have the time and money to do this stuff.
Time Sport International Bicycle Pedals Recalled
Bicycle Pedals Recalled by Time Sport International Due to Fall Hazard WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. Name of Product: Time RXS Titan Carbon, RXS…
Get Felt Up..October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
During the month of October, we proudly celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness in honor of the millions of courageous women who have fought against this disease, and in memory of those who lost the battle but will never be forgotten. This year in America, more than 211,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and 43,300…
Someone doesn't like Fixies
Yes Nick and Moe, I said “Fixies!” Ok back to the subject. We had a person named “finger” make a comment on a recent posting about fixies and coaster brakes. Here’s what “finger” had to say… patently absurd. “I feel like I have a lot more control on a fixie” uh huh. you just keep…
Trends
Two years ago I was searching for a ‘commuter’ specific bicycle. I was lucky to find the Kona Smoke in a shop close to my house. I also got it for a decent deal, $300 bucks out the door. With gas prices being so high, recreational cyclists are turning to commuting by bike. The 2007…
Fixed Gear Braking Compared To a Coaster Brake
Dang man, I still can’t do that….
Weird Bikes
I think its great how people’s imagination goes wild when it comes to tweaking their bikes. This is cool. But PINK? Barf bag not included! You gotta have legs of steel to pedal this bad boy.
Jumping With The Montague Paratrooper
Montague Corporation states that their Paratrooper can be air dropped and be ready for action. As a Paratrooper myself, I was more than happy to put it to the test. A few days ago, my Unit conducted an Airborne Operation. It was the perfect opportunity to jump the Paratrooper. But before the jump was to…
Primal Wear Rocks!!
I’ve been a Metal head since High School (Class of ’88). Primal Wear came out with cool AC/DC, Pink Floyd, Iron Maiden and other hard rock bands last year. Me, Wearing my Judas Priest jersey. Primal wear keeps adding more designs and more bands to their ‘Rock Jerseys Line‘, way cool if you are a…
Bicycle Tattoo
Each tattoo means something different to every person. But how much of a bike geek do you have to be to get a bicycle tattoo?
DIY Hydrated Messenger Bag
The first thing you want to do is grab your favorite messenger bag, this case, it was the Banjo Brothers Messenger Bag. You’ll also need the bladder from your hydration pack. If you don’t have one, run to the nearest Target store and pick up a bladder for as little as $10. Fill up your…
Hi Tech Fixie
Three bicyclists; a mountain biker, a roadie and a fixie were sitting naked in a sauna. Suddenly there was a beeping sound. The mountain biker pressed his forearm and the beeping stopped. The others looked at him questioningly. “That was my pager,” he said, “I have a micro chip under the skin of my arm.”…
Raleigh One Way First Impression
I have joined the likes of Nick and RL by riding a fixed gear bike to work. I’d always wanted a fixed gear bike, and my wish was finally granted by our newest partner, Raleigh USA. I’m one of the lucky ones to receive a 2007 Raleigh One Way. What’s unique about this bike is…
Interbike 2006
I’m back and settled in after a successful Interbike. We had the excellent opportunity of getting a corner of the VooDoo Cycles booth. It kept things interesting with the great cast of characters cycling through the booth. Here is a pick of the booth …..
Fossil Fool's Down Low Glow
The folks at Fossil Fool sent us a Down Low Glow Kit to review. Just to let you know…cuz the photos don’t do it any justice, this thing is SUPER bright! Here’s the battery pack that lasts for 4.5 hours. This is a shot with the flash on…its still bright! This is me riding it…
This looks too familiar…
Do you ever feel like this guy?
Things my buddies didn't tell me about riding a fixie
I dialed in the Raleigh One Way yesterday and took it for a 10 minute ride around my neighborhood. Today, I rode it to work (8 miles), ‘fixie’ style. Here is what I learned: When making a turn, make sure your turn is wide enough to have enough pedal clearance. Why? Because you are still…
Banjo Brothers Saddlebag Pannier Review
Product:Banjo Brothers Saddlebag Panniers SADDLEBAG PANNIERS – One-piece saddlebag design is easy-on and easy-off. It’s ideal for commuting or a weekend trip to a nearby bed and breakfast. The bags are low-profile, so they won’t slow you down. They also feature cinch straps on top to hold extra gear. * 1500 cubic inch capacity *…
Bike on Halloween with the Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association
The Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association invites you to celebrate Halloween on your bike. The tumbling Creek Mountain Bike rumble X is scheduled for Oct. 28-29 on the grounds of Gainesville State College in Gainesville. Registration begins at 1 p.m. on Saturday for the festival and at 8 a.m. on Sunday for the cross-country race. Continue…