Recreational shooting and other stuff
Ok, so you’ve committed to riding to work, now how do you get your stuff there? When I worked at a bike shop, my “stuff” consisted of a wallet so I could buy lunch, or a cell phone, so I could ask my wife to bring me lunch. For my commute to an office job, … Read more
Riding a bicycle on public roads should not be viewed as a dangerous proposition any more than driving a car would be. And when driving a car, you wear a seatbelt because it’s the law, and it’s also the simplest defense against injuries, should you be involved in an accident. A bicycle helmet is no … Read more
The following article was posted on Twospoke.com by a member that had recently taken up bike commuting. I found it to be inspirational for anyone considering getting back on their bike again, and an appropriate way to kick off Bike to Work Week. This is the story of Pete’s first ride: As many of you … Read more
A letter to MTB enthusiasts from IMBA: What do you enjoy most about riding? Is it the thrill of rolling down the trail or the stunning beauty of the landscapes we ride through? For me it’s both. Testing my riding skills on well-built trails is an amazing experience. And there’s something unique and magical about … Read more
I had a peek at the Wabi Cycles website the other day, and saw this stem that Richard is considering offering. The clamps are investment castings carefully brazed to oval cromoly tubing, then everything gets polished before a clear coat is applied. Damn sexy! Of course, that kind of hand-crafted art doesn’t come cheap. He … Read more
I got a little busy with some other side projects, and even got to do a bit of hiking last week when I took a few days off work. During that time, a few forum members asked how this project was going. So here it is, about as naked as when it left the hands … Read more