Author: Richard Masoner

Fire in the hole

Leafy commute. #cycling #santaclara

This week in Santa Clara County, we had conversations about the hazards of leaves on bike lanes and bike paths around the county and what to do about these conditions.

Meanwhile, this guy hauls his bicycle past debris and burning cars following airstrikes in Hamouria in the eastern Ghouta region, a rebel stronghold east of the Syrian capital Damascus, on December 9, 2015. The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights reported at least 11 civilians, including four children, were killed in strikes on the town of Hamouria, but said it was unclear if they were carried out by Russian or regime aircraft. AFP PHOTO / SAMEER AL-DOUMY

Merry Christmas, all.

I’d buy the Bontrager Flare R light again, but I can’t

Watch for my tale of woe below, but here’s the TL;DR summary: the Bontrager Flare R tail light is surprisingly bright even in daylight and a good value for the money. It’s especially great for this time of year in the Northern Hemisphere when the sun is low in the sky even at midday. Bontrager accessories are available at your local Trek dealer or order online from Trek.com.

Bontrager Flare R bright bicycle tail light

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Bike light giveaways in San Jose CA

Two December bike light giveaways in San Jose: December 14, and December 18. Details below.

The city of San Jose, CA Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee will have their annual free light and helmet giveaway this Monday, December 14th, from 4:30 – 5:30 pm, in front of the King Library in downtown San Jose. Their goal is to reach those most in need of these items, who otherwise would not be able to afford these themselves. Please pass word along to those you know who don’t have lights. If you don’t need the helmet or light, don’t snag an extra for yourself just because it’s free. Leave it for somebody else who might not be able to afford an inexpensive light. Okay?

free bike lights giveaway San Jose CA

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