Random Bits

So I had my little semi-political rant. I’ll try to get back to the Campagnolo vs. Shimano vs. SRAM debate, or something like that. At least until the next jackass opens his mouth and puts a foot in it.

When the new Bank of America tower opens in New York next year, it will be the city’s second-tallest building. A building of this size has enormous heating, cooling, and lighting costs. In an effort to reduce these costs, as well as minimize the environmental impact, the designers have come up with some novel approaches. … Read more

I’d say China is making a certain Canadian politician look mighty ass-backwards. Apparently, the traffic authorities in the city of Shanghai are going to link cycling lanes around the city in 2007 to create a network of lanes with no obstructions. This is one of several measures to improve conditions for drivers and cyclists in … Read more

Yesterday was New Zealand’s Golden Bay World Naked Bike Ride. Having spent some time in New Zealand, all I can do is paraphrase a comment posted frequently on BikeForums.net – This post is worthless without pics. Have a nice day. [edit] After doing a quick Google image search, maybe it’s best that no photos are … Read more

Many guys (and women) I know enjoy a cold beer after a good mountain bike ride. Unfortunately for Bhekilaya Mlalazi of Gwanda, he got 90 days in the hole for stealing a Police Cycle Patrol Unit bicycle. Apparently, on January 2 this year, Mr. Mlalazi saw the bike parked near a house where a police … Read more

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