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OXNARD, Calif. – Albabici, a leading importer of Italian cycling products, and Sci’Con Technical Bags, Italian makers of arguably the world’s best bike travel cases -are teaming up to support two American fixed-gear bike racers who will be competing in Fixed Fest 2012 in Jakarta, Indonesia. Fixed Fest 2012, set for July 13-15 at Jakarta’s … Read more
Perhaps we should have started out this series with Vapur, and their Anti-bottle, since they are all about independence. Well, independence from disposable bottles as well as bulky reusable bottles. Based in Southern California, they manufacture a reusable water bottle that folds up for easy storage when empty. No matter how good their product is, … Read more
The 4th of July may be behind us already, but we’re continuing our week of spotlighting some of our favorite “All American” companies. One company that is probably not yet on your radar, but should be, is Liberty Bottleworks. Based in Yakima, Washington, all of Liberty Bottleworks’ manufacturing is done right here in America, by … Read more
Although in some ways, I’m not considered terribly patriotic, it doesn’t seem appropriate to publish any sort of commercial article on a holiday like today. Besides, most folks are probably too busy camping, grilling, hiking, and biking to be reading this. So be safe, stay cool, and have fun. “I hope our wisdom will grow … Read more
An article about a Portland, Oregon-based bicycle component manufacturer? Really, who would have thought that one of the most cycling-friendly cities in America might host (boast?) a bike company or two? Ok, unless you’re a cyclist that lives under a rock, chances are that you have heard of Chris King Precision Components. Known mainly for … Read more
Throughout the year, we try to run articles relevant to specific holidays and events. That might mean commuter cycling tips and reviews for Bike to Work Week, emergency supplies for National Preparedness Month, or even a series on the many uses of industrial hemp during the week of April 20th. (Yes, we did that) So … Read more