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Cycling
Gear: Bicycle Lights
November 21, 2011 0 Comment
With the days getting ever shorter, it’s time to think about lights for your bike. There are so many lights on the market; it can be dizzying trying to pick the right one. But like most things cycling-related, let the type of riding you do be your guide.
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Bike Swapper: A Wheel Deal
September 8, 2011 0 Comment
One year ago I had an opportunity to swap my car for a very cool Black Sheep bike, thanks to New Belgium Brewing. As such a new experience, it was a little scary at first. I caught myself thinking, “What have I done?” on more than one occasion. Really, what was I thinking?
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Sports Medicine: Proper Bike Fit Leads to a Better Cycling Experience
September 6, 2011 0 Comment
It is a common misconception that riding a road bike can be painful. In reality, a properly fit bike should feel like an extension of your body. Everyone’s body type is different, so every cyclist will require a specialized fit.
Summer Book Reviews 2011
July 25, 2011 0 Comment
Craig Romano’s Backpacking Washington, Also, The Tour de France continues! Read Amy Snyder’s book, Hell on Two Wheels as she recounts the 2009 race. The Camping Cookbook by Annie Bell, and more!
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Bike Commuter: John Ferreira
July 21, 2011 0 Comment
John Ferreira commutes by bicycle from Bremerton (via ferry) to Seattle Cancer Care Alliance every day. He’s out the door at 5:40 a.m. and rides his bike about 10 miles round-trip.
Bike Swapper: Paying Attention
July 13, 2011 0 Comment
This has been a cold and wet springtime and a difficult transition from car to bike. In early June I woke up to sunshine and all the cold and wet seemed to have been forgotten. It’s profound that I began to enjoy riding in this cold and wet rain.
No small potatoes
May 18, 2011 0 Comment
If thoughts of Idaho conjure up images of plains and potatoes, think again. The northern panhandle region is home to towering mountains, glacial lakes and some of the most incredible outdoor family adventures you can imagine.
Celebrating Bike to Work Month in May
May 17, 2011 0 Comment
National Bike to Work Week starts May 16 and ends with National Bike to Work Day Friday, May 20. There are lots of celebrations and activities around the Puget Sound area and across the region this month. Enjoy – and be safe out there!
Bike Swapper: I Can Fly!
May 17, 2011 2 Comments
I can fly! When I get on my bike and head down Seattle’s Woodland Park Avenue from 45th Street to 34th Street, it feels like I have wings and I can fly. It is the reason that I ride my bike.
Team LUNA Chix
April 24, 2011 0 Comment
Let’s face it: the cycling world can sometimes be a little bit intimidating for women. If you’re not comfortable with the gear and the lingo…
Miles of Smiles: Victoria’s Galloping Goose
April 24, 2011 0 Comment
The voyage across the Strait of Juan de Fuca didn’t bode well. My husband and I looked forward to spending a weekend cycling around Victoria, British Columbia with our two school-age sons, but…
Folding Bikes: Just unfold and go!
April 12, 2011 1 Comments
Scott Kralik of Seattle is an avid cyclist, but it wasn’t until he traveled to China that he considered buying a folding bike. “I saw small bikes and folding bikes all over the place,” says Kralik…
Popularity of Mountain Bike Trails Continues to Climb
April 6, 2011 0 Comment
Northwest mountain ranges as well as forward-thinking visionaries, offer mountain bike enthusiasts a wide variety of trails to ride. We’ve checked out what’s new and what’s on the horizon for 2011 riding…
Show Your Bike Some Love
April 5, 2011 0 Comment
Your bike does so many wonderful things for you — like keeping you in shape and getting you around — but what have you done for your bike lately…
Cycling Gear: NW Cyclist 2011
March 27, 2011 0 Comment
Gear and Garb for 2011 — Keep an eye out for these Northwest favorites at your local bike shop. Ortlieb Zip City bags, Specialized Sport & Spirita Touring Shoes, Mavic Women’s Cloud Jersey + Arm Warmers, and more!
Cycling: Velodrome
March 21, 2011 0 Comment
The Northwest is home to several of the nation’s most well-known and most beloved velodromes.
Cycling Book Reviews: March/April 2011
March 3, 2011 0 Comment
Into bike racing? Check out these two recent releases by Human Kinetics: Mastering Cycling by John Howard, and Cycling Fast by Robert Panzera.
Bike Swapper: Clipless in Seattle
February 22, 2011 0 Comment
I feel like I have come through the far side of winter since trading in my car for a bike last fall and pedaling through all kinds of winter weather. Finally, I can now speak of spring…
Bike Swapper: Shifting into Snow Gear
January 31, 2011 0 Comment
In many ways the car-for-bike trade has made my life less complicated. I now calculate all my activities and how I will get things done. Is it of real value to go to a certain store or movie theater and is it in my best interest to walk or get on my bike?
Bike Swapper: Swapping Fear for a Bicycle
November 30, 2010 0 Comment
Years ago, I was afraid to ride my bike in the city. I was afraid to ride it in the rain. I was afraid to ride in the dark. The list went on and on. I was paralyzed by the fear of doing something new, unfamiliar, and not in my immediate control.
