Gary Fisher introduces the Gritty, styled after the freestyle fixed gear bikes that are the new trend in the fixed gear scene. The price tag at $439 isn’t a bad place to start for your freestyle-esque bike but as a commuter I see huge potential.
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Interbike Awards
Hi there UtilityCycling.org readers! I apologize for the hiatus, but my MA thesis has now been submitted, and I can now turn my attention to more important matters, such as Interbike. I realize that the blogosphere has been inundated with Interbike related posts for the lasts few weeks, but here is just one more in…
Q & A : Input for Commute By Bike
As we have mentioned that Commute By Bike has changed hands and the site has gotten rolling in the past week. Now that the site has been live for two weeks with constant updates, tips and reviews we would like your input. If you could take the time to help make this site better please…
Massachusetts Bikers : Traffic Laws are Being Enforced
Across the state of Massachusetts you will be seeing more police officers focusing on traffic laws. The officers will be working overtime hours to not only enforce, but educate about traffic laws and safety. A subject that is very behind if the United States is going to propel forward the issue of bike commuting or…
Rainy Day Commute
My questions for you are, how was your ride this morning and how will you be gearing up for winter? There is a range of articles we are working on to get you through this winter safer and more comfortable but for now I would like to hear from you!
Batavus Bikes : Dutch Designed, Dutch Built
Although a recent arrival to the North American market, Batavus is a century-old quintessential Dutch bike manufacturer. Their line-up of urban and transportation oriented bikes are targeted to the daily bike commuter looking for a dependable and low maintenance means of getting to-and-fro.
Trek's Ride+ Electric Bikes
This past August was Trek World where dealers of Trek, Gary Fisher and Bontrager go and learn all about the next years product. One of the hot ticket items was the electric assist bike line up from Trek.
Portland's Bike Commute Challenge Wrap Up
Every September the Bike Commute Challenge, where work places go up against other work places for fierce competition, happens in Portland, OR
Commute Route Database
A reader, See Wah, wrote in to tell us about his new cycle commute route database he built up. I am a software developer who commutes to work in London, U. everyday. Previousl. I have use. different route planners online (e.g. the pretty goo. http://www.tfl.gov.uk/roadusers/cycling/11598.aspx. but the. tend to take you down some obscur. sidestreets,…
Trek and Bontrager has Gone Eco
Going green has been an bike industry trend for a couple years now and the Trek/Bontrager brands are taking it to the next level. Bontrager has teamed up with Alchemy Goods, maker of fine bags made out of recycled tubes and parts, to bring Bontrager branded seat bags and panniers. All the bags are said…
ElliptiGO Elliptical Bicycle
Is it a stair stepper or a bicycle? Maybe both. Meet the ElliptiGO. The elliptical bicycle could be handy for your daily commute. Your business attire may thank you as there is no chain to grab the cuff of your pants or grease if you lean the bike the wrong way at a stop sign….
Commute By Bike on Flickr
We have a new group on Flickr for you to add all of your commuter bike rides, videos and bicycle photos. Join up today and maybe you’ll wake up to your photo being featured on commutebybike.com! Flickr.com/Groups/CommuteByBike
Fyxation Session 700 Tires | Stylish & Durable
Style and function are two things that the bike industry are taking note of.. More product is being designed first for function, durability and ease only to be followed up with design. When companies get this right it won’t be long before their product is sought after by fixie riders and cruiser riding mom’s with…
Washington's Vulnerable User Law
It seems like a pretty important law, Washington’s Vulnerable User Law, is going up to be passed in January 2010. Each year in Washington state, nearly 500 pedestrians and bicyclists are killed or critically injured by motor vehicles. Shockingly, almost none of these drivers is ever held accountable.In the vast majority of cases, these collisions…
Cordaround The Urban Awareness Jacket
Over a year ago Cordaround released their Bike to Work Pants which were tagged as “everyday khakis with inner brilliance.” Now they have released a new jacket tagged “The Urban Awareness Jacket.”
2010 Kona Commuter Bike Preview
The new 2010 Kona Bikes are up on their website. To save you some time I introduce you to the 2010 Kona Bikes that are commuter friendly out of the box.
Zero Per Gallon Under New Ownership
The very catching “Zero Per Gallon” company and blog was recently taken over by Kit Kohler from the founder Jonny Waldman. From Kit about the new Zero Per Gallon : I am massively excited to take things over. Expect to hear more from ZPG soon, including a new site, tales from the Tour de Fat,…
The U.S is Not Europe, Can it Ever Be?
I would love to think within my life time my children would have a safe way to get to their school 7 miles away and I wouldn’t be such the odd-ball by commuting to work daily. Unfortunately the part of the country I live in isn’t as bicycle friendly as Portland, Oregon or others listed on the top bicycle friendly cities.
2009 Bicycle Friendly Businesses
Congratulations to the 45 businesses named a Bicycle Friendly Business from the League of American Bicyclist.
A Camper Bike in Photos
Camper Bike, a functioning sculptural piece, built in April 2008. A stand alone piece and the subject of a series of paintings. For the complete cyclist that wants to take everything, including the kitchen sink. Maybe the ultimate touring machine as well. If it starts raining, hop in the back to take a nap. All…
Oregon Manifest Constructor's Design Challenge
The Oregon Manifest Constructor’s Design Challenge aims to inspire frame builders and designers to develop considered, integrated, and spectacular solutions for the everyday rider. This challenge will showcase the quality, engineering ingenuity, and functionality of modern handbuilt bikes. Come see the latest in functional innovation!
Oregon Manifest October 2 – November 8
Oregon Manifest celebrates the art, craft and community of bicycling. Our mission is to engage a wide audience with cycling lifestyle through innovative, influential events around the bicycle.