October 2009
I Asked Myself…
Posted 10/9/2009
I asked myself,” What am I trying to accomplish by writing this column?” Many bicyclist writers are “event” oriented. Some are interested in races or in racers. Most are seasonally oriented, an...
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What about all those bikes on the road?
Posted 10/7/2009
There are all kinds of bicycles. I like to categorize them by function. I’ll try to give an overview that might be helpful to those of you that really wonder why there are bikes on the road when w...
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HOW ABOUT THIS?
Posted 10/6/2009
I have read that on Handford Road in Ipswich, England there are no posted speed limits, no lane lines, no posted speed limits, and very few traffic lights. Even so, drivers politely move aside to ...
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August 2009
SEATBAGS
Posted 8/20/2009
There are numerous bike bags: Handlebar Bags, Saddle Bags, Rack Top Bags, Seat Bags, etc. Every cyclist needs a bike bag and whether you are a “roadie”, a mountain biker, a commuter, or a recreati...
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A Fishy Story
Posted 8/15/2009
All the aspects of being a healthy cyclist is amazing to me. I learned something from an article I read recently that chances are good that I may have a dietary deficiency that’s harming my healt...
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Bike Theft and Bike Locks
Posted 8/12/2009
Nothing keeps us from using our bikes for everyday purposes more than worrying that our bike might be stolen. and knowing that most stolen bikes are never recovered.Most bicycles are stolen from ...
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Bicycling Safety
Posted 8/10/2009
For those of us who want to ride our bicycles on the road, it’s good to be reminded of the rules of the road. Bicyclists are legal vehicles on the road and have all the rights and responsibilities ...
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Bicycling Safely
Posted 8/8/2009
Whether you are just going for a spin around the block on your bicycle or going for a long jaunt, safety should be your first consideration. Here are some thought on the subject. Some of this is st...
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Let’s Talk Bike Helmets
Posted 8/6/2009
· There are 73 to 85 million bicycle riders in the US, including 44.7 million over age of 6 who rode more than six times in 2008. · About 540,000 bicyclists visit emergenc...
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Bicycling More
Posted 8/6/2009
You’ve been riding your bicycle around your neighborhood, but it’s becoming boring and predictable. You’ve been thinking of doing more exploring on your bike, but haven’t gotten around to it. Here ...
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May 2009
RIDDEN A BIKE LATELY?
Posted 5/26/2009
Ridden a bicycle lately? Consider some of the reasons to get started again and to keep going. These include improved health and fitness, just plain fun and recreation, and even commuting which can...
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April 2009
TAX BREAK FOR BIKE COMMUTING TAKES EFFECT
Posted 4/22/2009
As of January 1, bike commuters can spend $20 per month tax-free. That’s $240 per year of pre-tax dollars that bike commuters can spend on bikes and accessories. It results from an expansion of an ...
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March 2009
RECYCLE YOUR OLD BIKE
Posted 3/11/2009
I write one of these articles every year. As we think about the things in our garage, we always start thinking about spring. Perhaps you have an old unused bike sitting there. Instead of putting th...
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BACK FRIENDLY BIKE LESSONS
Posted 3/8/2009
Every spring we see parents head out to the driveway to teach kids how to ride a bike. Most often the teaching involves the parent pushing the child as fast as they can and hoping the child will le...
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February 2009
BICYCLE FRIENDLY
Posted 2/25/2009
In communities across the world, there is a growing need and responsibility to provide options that give people the opportunity to bike—to bike more often, to bike to more places, and to feel safe w...
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Among Outdoor Activities, Cycling is a Favorite
Posted 2/10/2009
According to a recent study by The Outdoor Foundation, cyclists take their bikes out for a spin more frequently than any, other than runners. (2008 Outdoor Recreation Participation Report)Bicycling...
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Here’s a Deal for You
Posted 2/4/2009
I was recently made aware of a really good deal. A deal that is made for those of you who commute to work on your bike.Under Section 122 of the Internal Revenue Service Code, employees who work for...
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January 2009
TRENDS IN THE BICYCLE BUSINESS
Posted 1/8/2009
The bicycle industry in the United States sells about $6 billion of bicycles, clothing and accessories each year. The types of bicycles people buy changes as the industry adapts to current trends a...
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December 2008
Winter Cycling Survival Tips
Posted 12/28/2008
Winter ice, road salt and mud can accelerate the deterioration of a bike’s moving parts and brake pads. For efficient winter riding whatever nature throws your way, step up your bike maintenance. ...
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Cycling in the Winter
Posted 12/18/2008
Here are a few tips for winter cyclists. These tips can be applied to a wide range of temperatures and conditions. Use your own judgment as to what you need to make your winter riding more enjoyable...
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November 2008
Five Fast Facts
Posted 11/29/2008
Bicycling makes America better for everyone. 1. .Bicycling can make you live longer.Just three hours of bicycling per week can reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke by 50% (League of Am...
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Something Good from all the Financial Turmoil?
Posted 11/16/2008
We have talked in this column several times this year about Bicycle Commuting. High gasoline prices combined with the worsening economy has led many of us to at least think about Bicycle Commuting...
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Best in the Western Suburbs
Posted 11/13/2008
The votes are in! Suburban Focus Magazine has made their selection in over 80 categories. Including winner MIDWEST CYCLERY bike shop as “the BEST of the Western Suburbs”.Midwest Cyclery was opene...
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October 2008
Bike Theft and Bike Locks
Posted 10/26/2008
Nothing keeps us from using our bikes for everyday purposes more that worring that our bike might be stolen, and knowing that most steln bikes are never recovered. Most bicycles are stolen from home,...
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Biking to Lose Weight
Posted 10/20/2008
I eat to ride, I ride to eat. At the best of moments, I can achieve a perfect balance, consuming just the right amount of calories as I fill up at bakeries, restaurants, or ice cream parlors. On the...
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