OK here's a problem for this esteemed group of biking experts! I've been traveling almost exclusively by bike for about a year now and it'sworked out great....
Why would -you- pay for her car and insurance? Perhaps if she had to chose between paying for the a car herself or having a bike given to her, she would...
Rick you dont mention where you live but kids most everywhere have bought into the 'car culture'. my sons adopted a 'no car' lifestyle. But to do it, they...
Paul has a really good point, If she wants a car, let her get a job, buy it and pay for the insurance, gas and maintenance. Why should *you* pay for *her* car?...
anybody have a decent way to keep fingers and toes warm during their rides this winter? i've seen the 2 liter plastic bottle attached to the pedals set up.......
I have found that the best thing to do is to layer your feet and hands. Get boots alittle roomy and layer wool socks and plastic bags. I know it sounds wierd...
... sweater ... miles I'm fairly happy with the jacket I got from www.jacksongibbens.com/. It is fully lined with nylon mesh, has a full vent on the back and ...
I've been using Seal Skinz for several years. I know mine are still waterproof because one day water started trickling down my leg INTO the right sock. Talk...
Well for really rainy days I have the Jackson & Gibbens rainpants. However, they are too warm for anything but cold rain. For windy with light rain days I...
For me, I wear my old commutor/walking cycling shoes which are roomy enough for a pair of wool socks and neoprene booties. If it's going to be extremely cold...
Curious. I was able to view this story--with photo--this morning, but a few hours later it had disappeared. However, this photo is still viewable at: ...
Just wanted to announce the recent launch of my company Lume Lighting, Inc. We recently introduced our Strada HID and Vado Xenon lighting systems. Both come...
Is there a website like MTBR.com for commuter equipment? I'm trying to find reviews of panniers and rack bags, but the reviews on MTBR.com don't cover that...
Well, here's another website (http://www.bicycledriving.com/bikepaths.htm) that trashes bike trails, paths, and lanes. If I were to believe this site, I would...
It’s late. I should have been home hours ago, showered, fed, and in bed. Instead, I’m out in the cold fumbling with my keys to lock the door, my bike ...
i am looking for some inspiration to get back on my bicycle. I was a longtime bicycle commuter who aborted bike commuting in favor of motor scooter commuting...
Welcome. Just get on and do it once to remind yourself that it is not as bad as you think. You might just enjoy it again. Paul--a bicycle commuter before...
On Fri, 20 Dec 2002 23:40:03 -0000 "sharpjewlawyer ... r/t ... tribulations ... One thing I find helps tremendously is music. I have a CD player (jog-proof...
Hi! The main inspiration for me is my health. I took the winter off last year and gained 20 pounds, found my stamina going down, and had stiff joints. Once I...
Ya need to just start riding! Sure the scooter might be more comfortable, but it does nothing for your health. A 10 mile r/t commute is cake on a bike. I...
Just thought that the more weather bound of you folks would appreciate how rough my commute is: http://weather.yahoo.com/forecast/USCA0182_f.html Louis ...
this is entirely dependent on your peed and riding conditions. I have used a niterider high end light with the expensive taillight for abou 4 winters. worked...
Since I spend half of my daily commute riding in the dark, I've had to rely on lights that are not only bright, but also compact, lightweight, last a long time...
I would like to recommend a budget concious alternative to the overpriced light sets that the bike shops sell. These lights kick butt and the price I paid for...
Also a simple cheap solution is to bungee cord a Maglite flashlight (Three D cells or above) onto the handlebars. I rarely ride at night so for me this works...
