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Colorado Bike Winter Challenge

November 8, 2012 – 3:57 pm

Your challenge as a cyclist from now through March 31 — commute by bike at least 52 times. If you succeed, you may attend the Icy Bike Gala.

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DIY studded bicycle tires http://t.co/CHEC3drN

November 7, 2012 – 4:13 pm

DIY studded bicycle tires http://t.co/CHEC3drN

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DIY studded bicycle tires

November 7, 2012 – 4:13 pm

Handy dandy video from the University of Minnesota.

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Slip on winter spikes for winter bikes

November 7, 2012 – 10:45 am

Here’s an interesting riff on the basic tire chain by Dutch designer Cesar Van Rongen. A set of flexible plastic strips are attached by two pieces of wire (think of a tire bead) that is wrapped over the tire and tightened into place. Studs in these strips provide traction. Easy on / easy off, according read more »

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Specialized Globe Source Eleven

November 7, 2011 – 8:00 am

Specialized now sells the ‘multitasking’ Source Eleven for commuting and touring.

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Studded tires for winter cycling

December 15, 2010 – 11:45 am

I’ve done a lot of winter cycling on icy roads on various tires, and I can’t emphasize enough what a difference studded tires make. Studded tires are the difference between dangerous and hesitant riding to confident cycling and maneuvering.

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