Stories from Chic Cyclist
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Back Bay Gazelle
Chic Cyclist &bull Jul 28, 2010
The saddle was most remarkable, I suppose it must be comfortable with all that suspension, but it looks a bit like a torture device to those of us who haven't tried it! This blog is intended to promote elegant transportation… Full Story »
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Topics:
- Look
- saddle
- suspension
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Relaxed and Elegant
Chic Cyclist &bull Jul 26, 2010
I just love how relaxed this lady looks in her white ensemble with the Electra's chaincase and skirt guard protecting her clothes and that cute Basil bag on her bike. Her ballerina flats are perfect for cycling these days. Ultimately… Full Story »
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Summer Jacket
Chic Cyclist &bull Jul 23, 2010
Today is a bit cooler and overcast. I found myself admiring this jacket, the cut of which is difficult to see in this photo but was completely lovely on her in person. Admiring a jacket? Could autumn be far behind?… Full Story »
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Topics:
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Brooks Saddle Bummer
Chic Cyclist &bull Jul 22, 2010
Someone was working in the shed where I keep my bike and accidentally got latex paint on the saddle. Such a bummer! I've been doing my research about how to get it off, and have a few ideas to try,… Full Story »
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Summer Cycling in Davis Square
Chic Cyclist &bull Jul 21, 2010
This blog is intended to promote elegant transportation cycling, to complement all the blogs for cycling as a sport. I do like lycra but only for athletics. Day to day we want to look pretty! This blog welcomes contributions so… Full Story »
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Blue Breeze, South End
Chic Cyclist &bull Jul 20, 2010
This blog is intended to promote elegant transportation cycling, to complement all the blogs for cycling as a sport. I do like lycra but only for athletics. Day to day we want to look pretty! This blog welcomes contributions so… Full Story »
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Topics:
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Forbes Article on Expensive Bicycles
Chic Cyclist &bull Jul 19, 2010
My stepdad sent me this Forbes Magazine article on the world's most expensive bikes. They're mostly racing bikes, but they did include the bike shown above. The Luxury Gold Collection bike is covered in 24-karat gold leaf, with 11,000 Swarovski… Full Story »
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Carra-more!
Chic Cyclist &bull Jul 16, 2010
Sometimes it's the simple things, isn't it? The addition of a simple carabiner clip has made my Carradice Bike Bureau bike bag much easier to use. It also is pressed into service carrying my cable lock. The best part is… Full Story »
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Googly Eyes
Chic Cyclist &bull Jul 13, 2010
These Googly Eyes made me laugh out loud. You certainly 'know where you stand' with this bike.Christopher Walken (and probably the whole staff at SNL!) will be pleased. This blog is intended to promote elegant transportation cycling, to complement all… Full Story »
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Topics:
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Collaboration?
Chic Cyclist &bull Jul 9, 2010
You all may have noticed that my posts are slowing down. After two and half years of near-daily blogging I remain as interested in cycling and style, but I'm having trouble maintaining my enthusiasm for blogging. I've tried to get… Full Story »
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Topics:
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