Denver police: REI is a terrorist den

Published / by Richard Masoner / 10 Comments on Denver police: REI is a terrorist den

According to Denver Police, the REI flagship store near downtown Denver, Colorado is a haven for violent terrorist protesters who plan to camp out and disrupt the Democratic National Convention next week. In a recently disclosed “Special Bulletin,” the Denver Police Department are asking all area police, sheriff, fire and ambulance personnel to be on […]

Real estate agents show houses by bicycle

Published / by Richard Masoner / 6 Comments on Real estate agents show houses by bicycle

Last June, I pointed you to Eric, the real estate agent in Chicago who does showings by bike. The Wall Street Journal reports on what they call a nascent development: Agents Show Houses by Bike, Pointing Out Paths, Racks, ‘Tuck-Under’ Garage. The article talks about how bike-friendliness is becoming an important criteria for many home […]

2009 Bianchi Pista – flat bars and brakes

Published / by Richard Masoner / 6 Comments on 2009 Bianchi Pista – flat bars and brakes

Bianchi will introduce a flat bar and brakes version of their popular Pista fixed gear bicycle. Besides the handlebar, cabling and brake hardware, this is exactly the same bike as their regular Pista track bike. The ’09 Pista — both the brakeless and flat bar versions — will be available in blue, as shown here, […]