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Maybe there is a "straw that broke the camel's back" This picture was taken fro...

www.DownTheRoad.org - Bicycle Touring Around The World - 2002 to Present — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:33:59 UTC

Maybe there is a "straw that broke the camel's back" This picture was taken from my touring bicycle and shows a typical farming scene in rural Rajasthan, India

Suspect made bicycle getaway in armed bank robberies in Clackamas, Eugene - KOIN Local 6

www.koinlocal6.com — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:21:53 UTC

KPIC Suspect made bicycle getaway in armed bank robberies in Clackamas, Eugene KOIN Local 6 Federal and state investigators...

Bicycles could be banned from skatepark - Shore News Today

www.shorenewstoday.com — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:27:02 UTC

MIDDLE TOWNSHIP a A recent accident at the Middle Townshipas skatepark has partly prompted township officials to want to ban the use of bicycles at that site. On Monday, Feb. 6, Township Committee introduced an ordinance that would only allow skateboards and in-line skating at the skatepark at the...

DT Swiss XM 1550 Tricon 29er Wheels: Out Of The Box

Guitar Ted — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:28:34 UTC

DT-SWISS XM 1550 Tricon 29er wheels: by c_g It has been some time since we last reviewed products by DT-SWISS here at TNI Europe. In 2010/11 we have had the first ever 29er complete wheel on test - the XM 1800 29er, which were a great workhorse set but lacking in tubeless qualities and weight [...] ...

An interview with mayoral candidate Jefferson Smith

Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor) — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:13:57 UTC

Jefferson Smith making a point during an interview in our downtown office. Jefferson Smith (he goes by Jeff) is the latest mayoral candidate to sit down with me for a chat about the politics of bicycling and transportation. Smith, 38, is the founder of The Bus Project and was elected to the Oregon...

Road bike trials riding

Richard Masoner — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:46:43 UTC

Trials riding on a Neil Pryde road bike. I could do this if I really wanted to. First seen via Stevil. Related posts:Trials riding on a carbon road bike Vittorio Brumotti trials riding video Trials rider Chris Akrigg rides fixed Related posts: Trials riding on a carbon road bike ...

Saxo License DeathWatch: Caveat Emptor or UCI Mayhem?

Chris Fontecchio — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:31:39 UTC

Today's decision by the Court for Arbitration in Sport to suspend Spanish grand tour ace Alberto Contador for two years (backdated to the 2010 Tour de France from which the violation arose) has officially thrown Team Saxo Sungard into licensing chaos. So far the information consists of a cryptic gnome-translated...

The Man Who Lived On His Bicycle

scot — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:18:12 UTC

Happy Monday. Here's a clever and entertaining video.

Man on bicycle shot, killed in Jacksonville neighborhood - Florida Times-Union

jacksonville.com — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:07:04 UTC

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office said the man was shot shortly after 3 p.m. Homicide Sgt. Mike Perry said it was not immediately known if the victim, who he described as a young adult, lived in the neighborhood or if there were others in the car.

Route 17 Fatal Bicycle Accident - WBGH

www.newschannel34.com — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:27:47 UTC

WBNG-TV Route 17 Fatal Bicycle Accident WBGH An Endicott man is dead after he was struck by a vehicle while riding his ...

Cannondale Lefty Fat Bike Conversion

brad — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:26:37 UTC

Fat bikes are becoming more and more popular-a recent Minneapolis trip showed a number of them being ridden on city streets, not just confined to winter trails and Iditabike adventures. Up until now the only suspension available has been in the tires, which seems to be more than enough for most people,...

Can't make it to NAHBS? Local builders plan send-off preview party

Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:22:28 UTC

Event flyer.(PDF) The North American Handmade Bike Show (NABHS) is about one month away. I'm sure some of you plan to make the trip to Sacramento; but for those that won't be there, a few local builders have put together a preview party right here in Portland. "Show Me Yours" is a new event put together...

Gearing Up in Davis

Matt Florio — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:19:54 UTC

It was great to see so many supporters out in Davis on Saturday in celebration of World Cancer Day and the Team LIVESTRONG Challenge. The Davis Bicycle Club did a great job leading our two rides from the Bicycling Hall of Fame safely. It was a great day, although a touch on the cold side early on, but...

Report: First win of 2012 is a team win - Tour of Qatar, stage 2

www.cervelo.com — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:19:18 UTC

Garmin-Barracuda scored its first victory of the 2012 campaign in true team fashion, winning the TTT of Stage 2 in the Tour of Qatar. The boys in argyle blasted through the 11.3km out and back 'Merckx-style' time trial course, setting an early time of 12 minutes and 38 seconds which held throughout...

2012 Masi Speciale Strada Steel Road Bike

Conviron — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:03:41 UTC

For those who are looking for a steel road bike, one of the latest steel road machines for 2012 is the Speciale Strada, which was released by Masi Bicycles. This is perfect for riders who are looking for something different, which does not cost an arm and a leg. Weighing in at 10.89kg, the Speciale ...

Canyon use CT machine for frame development

James Huang, tech editor, from Boulder, CO — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:00:00 UTC

Frame manufacturers typically have to slice frames open in order to examine internal structural details but German direct-to-consumer company Canyon Bicycles will soon begin using a custom built, non-destructive CT scanner that will lend valuable detail while also leaving the test subject wholly...

Extremely Insightful Analysis of Very Controversial Cycling News

fatty — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:59:36 UTC

As anyone who follows the sport knows, it's been an extremely tumultuous and surprising week in the world of cycling. There have been revelations. Outrage. Some people emerging victorious and vindicated, others finding themselves unexpectedly shamed. I am talking, of course, about the Bicycling Magazine...

2012 Masi Alare Road Bike

Conviron — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:56:46 UTC

For riders who prioritize maximum comfort, the new road bike called Alare is one of the excellent choices. Released Masi Bicycles for 2012, this road bike weighs in at only 9.62kg and is loaded with several features that make the ride as comfortable as possible. In order to maximize riding comfort without...

Londoners On Bikes...with Votes!

Jack Thurston — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:52:44 UTC

In the studio with Stephen Taylor and Katherine Hibbert of Londoners On Bikes a new group of London cyclists who want to put cycling front and centre in the London Mayoral elections this May. Plus we hear about Ellie Carey, the 22 year old woman who was the 16th person to be killed while riding a bike...

2012 Colnago C59 Italia Racing Bib Shorts

Conviron — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:52:24 UTC

Coming from Colnago for 2012 are new racing bib shorts called C59 Italia. Made in Italy, these bib shorts are tailored for minimalist elegance and style combined with a neat and classic design as well, as excellent attention to details. During long-distance rides, maximum comfort is guaranteed by the...