Random Bits

Looking for some casual wear that’s edgy, yet fun? Check out CycologyGear. com. Cycology offers “tees that mess with your head”, which is a polite way of saying there’s a message that might just make you stop and think. Although some of the slogans are creative takes on old adages like “Burn fat, not fuel” … Read more

We’re going to use two recent bicycle recalls as proof that IndustryOutsider.com readers are better riders than your average Jane or Joe WalMart shopper. Case in point: WalMart’s ill-famed NEXT brand has yet another recall, this time for chains that break. I have dropped my chain dozens of times, and broken two  – one while … Read more

I’d like to thank everyone that read this article, and took it to heart. Jenn Dice from IMBA made this announcement today:   The U.S. Senate affirmed its time-tested support of bicycling last week by forcing Senator Tom Coburn of Oklahoma to withdraw his proposal to eliminate dedicated funding for the Transportation Enhancements program. IMBA supporters and … Read more

This afternoon, we announced the first giveaway on our Facebook page. Here are the details: We have something new and “Shiny” to give away! Contest rules are simple: Post a photo that you took of the outdoors, or that someone took of you involved in an outdoor activity. The photo with the most Likes by … Read more

With the days getting shorter, and more of us walking or riding at dawn, dusk, or just plain night, visibility becomes even more important. This is the first of a two-part article on making sure you can be seen at night. – Brian After reading this article, and watching the interview, I really wanted to … Read more