Bicycling

MTE SSC P7 900-Lumen 2-Mode LED Flashlight really lights it up for night riding. Only $33 from dealextreme.com. Combo of new LED technology and lithium batteries is amazing. Two batteries were only $8.18 (flashlight only needs one), charger was $8.81, and bike mount was $2.55. I didn’t have to strain my eyes at all when I … Continue reading »

This is one nice looking bike! http://www.sevencycles.com/articles/090406_azure_sola.php I don’t believe I’ve had my Sola for over ten years now, and I still love how it rides.

Link via Velonews.com In temperatures as low as -40F, common grease and chain lube can begin to work against the rider. “The first absolute imperative is to remove the factory grease from the free wheel mechanism,” said Oatley, “The factory grease will freeze around zero degrees.” Oatley chooses to use arctic-grade Mag 1 grease. “All … Continue reading »

It’s good to hear that at least one “green” industry is doing well these days: Link via Bicycle Retailer News One factor that has kept Taiwan factories humming is the island nation’s surprisingly strong domestic market. Until recently, Taiwan residents have never taken to cycling for recreation despite their country’s reputation as the world’s source … Continue reading »

It’s been in the low to mid-40s when I ride to work this morning. I’ve been wearing a jersey, light-weight thermal top, and a light windbreaker jacket or vest. This kept me warm, but I could still feel the wind go through all my layers. Yesterday, I wore a jersey, arm warmers and a vest … Continue reading »

After replacing a Slime tube in the rear tire of my Bianchi Axis twice in 7 days, I thought I would be okay with a new inner tube and Mr. Tuffy liner. During the day, I heard a loud hissing noise behind me which was the presta valve failing and releasing all the air in … Continue reading »

Although the gold Mr. Tuffy Liners specify a tire wide of 32 to 41 centimeters, I was able to insert them into my 28 cm Continental Ultra Gator Skin tires without any problem. I got rid of the slime tube which had been compromised by a shard of glass which had penetrated the tire and … Continue reading »

for riding! At noon, I started a ride that went up Old La Honda, south on Skyline, and then down Pagemill. I’ve never seen Portola Road so quiet in the middle of the day. It felt like I was riding a quiet country road up in Napa. At the top of Old La Honda, I … Continue reading »

www.cyclingnews.com – the world centre of cycling The Rise of the Chinese Women Not surprisingly it was Ying Liu of host nation China who took the win, with the above mentioned home course advantage at her disposal. Yet, there are other factors that puzzle Spitz. “Usually it takes quite some time to advance to the … Continue reading »