This was the only opportunity I had to take a picture, while putting my bike in the storage area in the basement at my work. For me it was not just bike-to-work day; it was bike-to-work-then-to-the-army-navy-store- and-then-to-a-restaurant-and-then-home-at-midnight day. by the way – I hailed my wife a cab at Rivington and Bowery and rode off…
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Bike to Work Day-RL
Here’s a shot of my bike at my cubby hole. Whats sad is, I didn’t realize how small my work space is….and its a mess.
Orange County Ride of Silence
RL and I got the chance to go to the Orange County Ride of Silence. We were lucky because the ride took place on RL’s town and about 8 miles away from my house. I didn’t know what to expect or who to expect. As I was waiting for RL to arrive, I heard a…
Bike 2 Work day pictures
Here’s a picture of me on ‘Bike to Work’ day. I’ve just finished my 11 mile commute back to my brother’s house. I encountered a nasty 9mph head wind for most of my way back. I’m not mad, I’m tired. This is a picture of the San Gabriel River trail in the morning. Notice the…
Bike Trailer
Last night my wife Soraya and I bought a Quick’n EZ Bike Trailer for the kids. What better way to spend quality time together as a family than on a bike? We’ve always wanted to ride our bikes together but were never able to because of the girls. Finding a baby sitter isn’t as easy…
Ergon Bike Grips
The kind folks of Ergon Bike Ergonomics are letting us test their cool grips. I’ve already got it installed on my Giant Warp. So stick around for the review.
Bike to Work Week
I hope everyone is celebrating Bike to Work Week. Here in Flagstaff, Arizona, our local cycling association does a great job of really promoting this celebration of efficient commuting… http://flagstaffbiking.org . Though I love the sentiment behind Bike to Work Week, I believe it would be even more effective to promote an efficiency transport to…
Thursday Is Bike To Work Day
Don’t forget to make a difference by riding your bike to work tomorrow!
Bicycle Commuting 101
Route One of the first things to do is make sure you plan your course. Look at your course to and from work. Watch out for heavy traffic areas as well as road hazards. Also make sure you have a bail out route just incase you experience street closures, and accidents. Being Prepared Being the…
Favorite 4 Letter F-word: FREE!
So um…we have this little contest to win a “commuter” mug…get it commuter mug…and we’re commute by bike…aye..nevermind, it was funnier in my head. Anyhow, don’t forget to try and answer the trivia to win yourself a new mug! Heck I even gave you guys a hint…(pssst…just look for the word HINT and click on…
Tonight is the Ride of Silence
Moe and I are fortunate enough to participate in this evening’s Ride of Silence due to the fact that its in my own town. If this event is happening near you, check it out. Here are the folks that were killed in a bicycle/motorist accident that are being remembered in this evenings event. CLICK HERE…
Hazards On The Road
Just like any other sport, you have to have a good offense and a great defense. Being on your bike shouldn’t be different at all. First you should have the proper safety equipment. Such as a helmet, gloves, and the list goes on. You should always be aware of your surroundings. Always have an escape…
First Bike
Do you remember your first bike? I’ve had several. But the one that sticks out in my mind the most was a silver BMX style bike that my Dad bought for me. I remember the day we took it home. I couldn’t wait to ride it everywhere. I was trying so hard to pop wheelies…
Excuses, Excuses, Excuses
“I can’t do it. It is way too difficult. I’ll be late for work. I have to take the kids to school, yada, yada, yada.” Yah, this was me a few weeks ago, anything to avoid my husband prodding me to try commuting to work by bike. It’s not that I don’t enjoy riding my…
Win Stuff From My Desk!
That’s right you’re looking at a very handsome brand NEW, never been used “Commuter” Mug that came off my desk. It even has motivational mumbo jumbo in the back. All you have to do is answer this 2 part trivia question: What year did Ibex Bicycles introduce the Alpine 550 Mountain Bike and what colors were available?…
Too Much Queen
As much as I like the song Bicycle Race by Queen, I am starting to get annoyed in how everyone in YouTube uses it to make their video. Oh man when I did a search for “bicycle” I must have previewed over a dozen videos using that song….STOP IT! Pick another song!
Front Page !
Last week I posted that I was going to be interviewed by my local newspaper, The Whittier Daily News. What I didn’t know is that they were going to plaster my picture on the front page! Click here to read the article.
Ride of Silence
Date: May 17, 2006 Time: 7:00 pm Where: At over 200 U.S. locations and six other countries Join cyclists worldwide in a silent slow-paced ride (max. 12 mph/20 kph) in honor of those who have been injured or killed while cycling on public roadways. Why does this site exist? To HONOR those who have been…
Happy Bike to Work Week!
This week is the 12th Annual California Bike Commute Week May 15-19, 2006. Remind your family, friends and coworkers that Thursday is the official “Bike To Work Day.” Last year I was fortunate enough to win a new Giant Cypress from the Bicycling Magazine’s Bike to Work Contest. Check it out!
Vaporwick Jersey Polo Review
Disclaimer: As a product reviewer for Commute By Bike, I am providing my unbiased opinion of any products provided to us by any company. I do not posses any type of relationship with the product’s company or parent companies. Companies that send in their goods to be reviewed do not compensate me in any way….
Happy Mother's Day!
Don’t forget to call your mom and wish your wife a Happy Mother’s Day!
Normal, Illinois to the Pacific Ocean and Back
An old friend of mine plans to ride his bike from Normal, Illinois to the Pacific Ocean and back. I just thought that this was so amazing and decided to share this with the rest of you. Read more about it HERE.
SHARE MTB Poker Ride
Our friends at HOSS Technical Gear and KHS Bicycles will be sponsoring the next SHARE Mtb Poker Ride. The event happens to fall on the same day as our picnic. But don’t worry, if you do the Poker Ride, you still have time to make it to the picnic! All of the proceeds go to…
Commute By Bike Picnic
Commute By Bike is celebrating its 1 year anniversary by hosting a potluck picnic at Tri City Park in Placentia, Ca. Who: CBB’s readers, Partners, Family and Friends When: June 10, 2006 Where: Tri-City Park in Plancentia Ca. What Time: 3pm-6pm Everyone is invited! MAP IT There will be bicycle events such as DownHill Racing…