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Monovelo, the Wheel You Pedal From the Inside

Posted by Derek Markham Fri May 25, 2012 03:51 PM ET | 0

Instead of riding above the wheels on your bicycle, what would it be like to ride inside the wheel? In the history of velocipedes, there have been a number of monowheel designs, but the latest version is the Monovelo, ... Read more

Looking for a Better Bike? Go British

Posted by Eric Rogell Mon May 21, 2012 12:44 PM ET | 0

Warmer weather means breaking out the bike for a weekend ride or a green commute to the office. And if your ride is in need of a replacement, consider the “Best of British” bicycle winner, now ready for riding ... Read more

Enter to Win a Full Bike Commuting Setup from Timbuk2

Posted by Derek Markham Tue May 15, 2012 05:45 PM ET | 0

Does your daily riding gear need upgrading or replacing? Or maybe you’re thinking you’d commute by bike if you only had the right gear? Well, you’re in luck, because Timbuk2 is giving you a chance to win a sweet ... Read more

Bike-Powered Light Show Makes Me Actually Want to Workout

Posted by Jerry James Stone Mon Apr 23, 2012 05:52 AM ET | 0

If spin classes were housed in pseudo-planetariums like this art installation by Bruce Munro, I’d probably sign up for them. Well, I’d sign up for them and then feel guilty for not attending, but that is beside the point. ... Read more

It’s a Bike Race, It’s an Obstacle Course, It’s a Party: The Urban Assault Ride

Posted by Derek Markham Mon Apr 16, 2012 02:38 PM ET | 0

So dodging car doors, blind drivers, and jaywalking pedestrians on your bicycle just isn’t enough of a challenge for you anymore? Perhaps you need to prepare for an urban assault. An Urban Assault Ride, that is… Since 2003, the ... Read more

The World's 8 Most Grueling Endurance Events

Posted Wed Apr 11, 2012 04:15 PM ET | 0

Top athletes are always looking to push themselves to their limits. This drive has led to the creation of competitive events that test human physical limits. Explore some of the most grueling endurance contests on Earth. Read more

Bike Rack Design Concept is Versatile and Scalable (Photos)

Posted by Alice Truong Wed Apr 11, 2012 12:17 PM ET | 0

Try your luck finding space in a bike rack in New York City. With the number of riders increasing 28 percent from 2009 to 2010, it can be a challenge to park your fixie. This is where Vim & ... Read more

Handy Bicycle Multitool and Wallet Combo Has You Covered

Posted by Derek Markham Thu Apr 5, 2012 04:30 PM ET | 0

When you head out for a quick ride, chances are you don’t want to carry a big ol’ wallet in your back pocket, and you probably don’t want to carry a full bike tool kit in your other pocket. ... Read more

Spring Gear Guides: The Best Stuff for Hiking, Running, and More

Posted by Alexander Davies Thu Apr 5, 2012 01:56 PM ET | 0

Now that winter is finally gone, it’s time to get outside again. As spring kicks off and we head into summer, it may be time to pick up some fresh gear to make your adventures this year better than ... Read more

A Pop-up Camper for Your Bike (Photos)

Posted by Alice Truong Thu Apr 5, 2012 12:35 PM ET | 0

Planning on taking off a couple days with nothing but a stuffed bag and bicycle? You mom might whine about the dangers that lurk around, but reassure her that you’ll be in warm and cozy accommodations. Kamp-Rite’s Midget Bushtrekka ... Read more

Spring Gear Guides: The Best Stuff for Hiking, Running, and More [EXPIRED]

Posted by Alexander Davies Mon Apr 2, 2012 05:01 PM ET | 0

Now that winter is finally gone, it’s time to get outside again. As spring kicks off and we head into summer, it may be time to pick up some fresh gear to make your adventures this year better than ... Read more

Spring Gear Guide: 10 Essential Gadgets and Tools for Cycling

Posted Mon Apr 2, 2012 01:30 PM ET | 0

Aah, the sweet scent of spring is in the air, sending cyclists out on the road and down singletracks in droves. Even if you've let your ride languish in the garage all winter, now's the time to pull it out, tune it up, and get spinning. Read more

Crazy Bike Ride Down a Peruvian Mountain at 10,500 Feet (Video)

Posted by Jerry James Stone Thu Mar 29, 2012 03:29 PM ET | 0

Our friends over at TreeHugger have this great post on biking down a Peruvian mountain. It’s a lot like watching the Blair Witch Project but on speed, so if you get car sick, grab your Dramamine! This video was ... Read more

Insanely Talented Cyclist Shows Off His Gravity-Defying Skills

Posted by Derek Markham Wed Mar 28, 2012 03:45 PM ET | 0

Many of us grew up riding bikes, and maybe even learned to pull some cool tricks, but then we got a little older (and maybe a little wiser), and confined our riding to flat surfaces or well-defined trails, because ... Read more

New York’s Most Incompetent Bicycle Thief Caught On Video

Posted by Erik Trinidad Tue Mar 13, 2012 02:04 PM ET | 0

Bicycle theft is a harsh reality when riding and locking your bike on the street in New York City. Bicycle thieves work as quickly and skillfully as they can to break locks, steal frames, and/or take wheels and seats. ... Read more