Monthly Archives: January 2011

Bikes for the rest of us

“Bikes for the Rest of Us” (BFTROU) is catalog of mostly inexpensive utility bikes. It’s the resource I turn to when somebody asks what three speed bikes with fenders and chainguards are available. Until recently, it was a Blogspot hosted site, but now they’ve gotten their own domain. They tell me they plan to step read more »

Bicycle maintenance on the train

I missed this post from Copenhagenize over the holidays, but it’s a pretty cool idea: Put air pumps for bicycle tires on trains.

Find the pro cycling team

Contest: Can you find the professional cyclists in the photo montage?

Police deadly force to defend helpless car

Okay, I exaggerate a little. San Francisco police responded to reports Tuesday morning of a knife wielding man in a wheelchair who was slashing tires on a car.

Simeli Skirt Guards

Colorful, crocheted Dutch skirt guards convert any fendered bike from drab to fab.

San Francisco Bike Party

First SF Bike Party begins this Friday night at Giants Stadium. Gather at 7:30 PM, wheels roll at 8 PM. Info here.