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Gee! Maps!
Two Cities Two Wheels &bull Yesterday
I heard on the radio this morning that Google Maps now has an option to map routes for bicycles. This sounded cool; I've been generally impressed with their auto mapping and even their transit mapping works well here in the Twin Cities, telling you which bus you need and when the next one should arrive at your location. It would be an exaggeration to say I leapt immediately out of bed to give the bicycle routing a try, but once I did slither sluglike from my repose and completed my… Full Story »
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Creature Comforts: Let's Get Serious
Bike Snob NYC &bull Yesterday
If you're reading this blog and someone else hasn't printed it out for you, chances are you use the "Internet." And if you use the Internet, you're no doubt aware by now of two major news stories. With regard to the second story, upon hearing it I immediately tested out the bicycle direction-giving thingy by plugging in an oft-traveled route of mine, and I was presented by three meh-inspiring options, one of which seemed to include my mounting an inconsiderate and possibly illegal assault on the pedestrian paths in Brooklyn's Prospect Park. As far as the first news story goes,… Full Story »
Cyclist Cycling Or Biking - Watchbuddy® Deluxe Theme Watch
sponsored listing • Shopping.comWatchBuddy Deluxe Watches are the World's Most Lovable Theme Watches, they combine beauty, style and grace with functionality. The watch has a precision quartz crystal movement with three (golden) hands - hour, minute and second. The watch case is high gloss two-tone metal. The case back is stainless...Full Story »
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Google Adds Biking To Google Maps
Bike Hugger &bull Yesterday
Before heading to Florida on a work trip several years ago I lay sprawled across my den with a giant road map of the area, a set of highlighters, a guide book and my laptop. A frequent traveler, I like to bring my folding bike with me, and I like to head out on bike rides between meetings or trade show stops. As I looked up cycling routes in my guide… Full Story »
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Bike Shop Horrors: Some Assembly Required!
Guitar Ted Productions &bull Yesterday
A bike came in recently that the customer was complaining had a training wheel that wouldn't stay on. The bicycle was brand new, from a department store. What is that? They should have taken it back to the department store… Full Story »
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How to Eat During a Road Bike Race
Coachlevi.com &bull Mar 9, 2010
For my first years as a cyclist, I almost always rode alone or with one other person. Eating and drinking were easy, and I could always stop and relax to peel open an energy bar if necessary. Another great idea… Full Story »
Cyclist Cycling or Biking WATCHBUDDY® DELUXE TWOTONE THEME WATCH Arabic Numbers Black Leather Strap SizeSmall Watch for Women
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Stuff We Like: Twine
EcoVelo &bull Mar 9, 2010
I like twine. Some people think it's snooty (whatever), but I just think it's fun to work with and more attractive than electrical tape. Full Story »
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Saving Money by Ditching the Car
Streetsblog &bull Mar 8, 2010
If you've ever wanted a breakdown of the benefits of commuting by bike versus commuting by car, Carfree.us has got it for you. The writer of this Streetsblog Network member blog, a resident of Charlotte, North Carolina, is not actually… Full Story »
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Completing U.S. 27 piece of bike route network is essential
Bike as Transportation &bull Mar 6, 2010
Aaron has been commuting from downtown to the North Side for the fitness benefits and financial savings, but remarks about the poor suitability of the short stretch that has to use U.S. 27. Such a costly major change should come with a comprehensive justification of the benefits, yet all that was presented that was it would be safer, without elaboration. When I asked the engineer James Loew about hard data on crash or safety issues, he confessed that he knew… Full Story »
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Trans Iowa V6: Thoughts Part XVI
Guitar Ted Productions &bull Mar 6, 2010
Just outside Grinnell on the T.I.V6 course. Things are slow on the "Official Trans Iowa Thread" on mtbr.com. Things are slow on the chit-chat front via e-mail, and obviously with the severity of the winter, not much has been going on with the course recon. It might seem as though you are the only one training. It might seem like we fell asleep. I assure you that you are dead wrong if… Full Story »
Polar RS800CX Bike Heart Rate Monitor Watch with CS Speed Sensor W.I.N.D.
sponsored listing • Shopping.comGet the most out of your performance with the RS800CX. With its professional training software you can effectively plan and analyze every detail of your ride. See your route profile and total meters climbed with the altitude, ascent and descent features, as well as uphill or downhill steepness in percentages...Full Story »
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I guess this is the peak
Up in Alaska &bull Mar 5, 2010
I only had one goal for this weekend, and that was to do a lot of biking. This was my weekend to "peak" my rather scattershot training for the White Mountains 100, but I figured it was time to finally buckle down and put some long hours in the saddle. I tried to get all of my chores done during the week just so I would have all day to ride and all night to relax and visit friends on Thursday and Friday. I was aiming for 12-14 hours of pedaling over two days. And since the weather was forecast… Full Story »
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Gravel Road Dreamin' And Schemin'
Guitar Ted Productions &bull Mar 4, 2010
It all started when I got a notification that my Woodchipper bars had come in at the shop. I ran a few errands and stopped by to pick them up. I wrote the check happily, because you know, one can… Full Story »
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Decisions, Decisions......
Guitar Ted Productions &bull Mar 3, 2010
I'm in a place where I have to make some decisions lately. Not the regular, everyday type either.... Do I take a single speed to the mounatins of West Texas? In particular, I have been presented with a particularly difficult… Full Story »
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Cyclist killed
Cycling Spokane &bull Mar 2, 2010
At about 6:42 pm Spokane Police responded to an injury hit and run collision at the intersection of Sprague and Division. Upon arrival Police contacted witnesses who stated that a silver truck was northbound on Division and turned westbound on… Full Story »
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Bike Shop Tales: The Bike Acquisition Syndrome
Guitar Ted Productions &bull Mar 2, 2010
When you work at a bicycle shop, and you love bicycles, it is hard not to indulge yourself in the acquiring of more bicycles.......... As my first year went along, I became aware that the cutting edge of off road cycling was in suspension front forks, anodized, CNC'ed parts, and narrow… Full Story »
Comic Cyclist Cycling Rare Funny Jersey Size M
sponsored listing • Shopping.comDon't ride your bike without this cycling jersey! This brand new Jersey is made of Microfiber 100% Wicking Polyester. American size M with 3/4 front z......Full Story »
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Back On The Fargo
Guitar Ted Productions &bull Mar 1, 2010
Nary a cloud in the sky, and with temps soaring into the 20's, meant I had to jump on the Fargo for a bit of a ride Saturday. There is a wee bit of snow to melt out there! This… Full Story »
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Ergon BioKork Grips
Guitar Ted Productions &bull Feb 27, 2010
This is all from Ergon's "GreenLab" project, which seeks to be more enviromentally sensitive. The new BioKork version of the GP1 provides ultimate ergonomics for the hand just as the rest of Ergon's Performance Comfort series do, however the unique… Full Story »
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Trans Iowa V6: Thoughts Part XV
Guitar Ted Productions &bull Feb 27, 2010
The Renegade Sportsman: Drunken Runners, Bike Polo Superstars, Roller Derby Rebels, Killer Birds and Other Uncommon Thrills on the Wild Frontier of Sports by Zach Dundas. Well, here's what the book cover will look like. I have no dog in… Full Story »
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In Preparation For The Ensuing Mess
Guitar Ted Productions &bull Feb 26, 2010
Well, it won't be long now. The angle of the sun gives it away. Yes folks, this snow is headed for the nearest gully, ditch, ravine, culvert, creek, stream, and river. Whether it will be a slow process or fast,… Full Story »
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Klunker Update & Some Vintage Stuff
Guitar Ted Productions &bull Feb 25, 2010
Once that is done I will make a few modifications and then have the frame painted. Ideally I will have to do some minor fillet brazing and knock off that kickstand mount. I may take a piece of steel tubing… Full Story »
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Ben's Sled
Guitar Ted Productions &bull Feb 24, 2010
It's a honey! To say that Steve Potts knows something about welding some thin walled tubes together is a mild understatement! Ben got the titanium frame and a sweet Type II steel fork. It even has his name on the… Full Story »
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