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A California Kind of Camping

ByKelley O'Toole
October 22, 2019

Memorable outdoor getaways that will have you counting down to sleeping under the stars, and riding on the trails. This kind of caravan camping eliminates many of the challenges of a traditional campsite, but benefits from the features that make camping so popular.

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Toxic Plants and Sneaky Shrubs You May Come Across While Riding in California

ByThe BICYCLIST Adventure Team
August 2, 2019

California has the most diverse ecosystems in the United States, which includes plants that can be toxic to humans. Interaction with these toxic plants is avoidable so long as you’re aware of what to look for.

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Spiders, Snakes, Lizards, and Newts!  A Reader Inspired Reflection on Trail Friends

ByThe BICYCLIST Adventure Team
May 31, 2019

Coming across wildlife while riding can be a rewarding reminder of the benefits of traveling at ‘bicycle speed’; fast enough to cover significant ecological diversity, slow enough to bear witness and observe the animal kingdom all around us. Keep nature wild, look don’t touch (you knew that right?)

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The Driver Experience Gap: Riding Bikes Helped Me Be A Better Driver

ByKelley O'Toole
December 18, 2018

In getting a front row view to the ways in which bad drivers drive, I made a conscious effort to be a better driver, and to be more alert and aware while behind the wheel. It is not possible to be a perfect driver, and in certain situations, it may seem that breaking traffic laws/norms is worth the trouble.

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Basics for Making Your Tour or Bikepacking Adventure Successful and Safe

ByKelley O'Toole
November 27, 2018

Since the advent of the bicycle, two-wheeled outdoor adventures have been part of bicyclist culture. With today’s access to public lands, developments in multi-surface terrain bikes, and the electric variants cropping up exponentially, more and more adventure seekers are capable of riding up steep mountains and through forest roads.

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A Delicious Recovery with Floyd’s of Leadville

ByKelley O'Toole
September 4, 2018

This innovative new protein powder brought to you by former pro cyclist Floyd Landis is one of my new favorites to consume after a workout. The nutritious ingredients, the unique taste, versatility of the product, and the connection to cycling really make this product a stand-out.

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If an Alchemist was a Climber: Spreng Reng Continues Refinement of the Omni-Radius Chainring

ByChris Reynolds
August 1, 2018

The Spreng Reng is designed so that one side of the chain-ring within the entire power stroke segment is a smaller radius than the other side, thereby increasing the mechanical advantage of that crank arm.

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studio shot of van cleve bicycle that supports wright brothers

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Preserving the Wright Brothers’ Legacy with Adventure Bikes

ByChris Reynolds
July 2, 2018

In a time when the commodification of bicycles is the norm, bicycle sales that serve a purpose beyond the enriching of corporate shareholders is refreshing. Bikes can be ordered at the Wright Brothers webstore and are priced at $4,750 for the Van Cleve 1896 and $3,950 for the St. Claire.

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Don’t Think You Need A Bike Fit? The Rick Schultz Bike Fit May Make You Reconsider

ByKelley O'Toole
April 23, 2018

Rick Schultz uses 3 bike fitting/bike sizing machines including the GURU DFU (Dynamic Fit Unit), a Serotta Size Cycle, and a Computrainer. For the majority of the visit we used the GURU DFU which electronically adjusts the position of the stationary bike in small increments.

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The Bicyclists We’re Thankful For in 2017

ByKelley O'Toole
November 24, 2017

This Thanksgiving we thought about how grateful we are for all the local, state, and national Bicycle Advocacy groups who do a lot of the work to keep bicycling safe for riders.

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The San Diego Rider Safety Visibility Initiative Declares It’s “Time To Be Seen”

ByBICYCLIST Staff
November 23, 2017

Led by Ed Clancy, the San Diego Sports Collective has been focusing on educating and advocating for pedestrian safety through the Rider Safety Visibility initiative. Known as RSV, the focus is improving the experience and safety of cycling by increasing the visibility of pedestrians to cars

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The 1989 Iron War Revisited

ByBICYCLIST Staff
September 24, 2017

The Kona Ironman world championship consists of a 2.4-mile swim in a calm bay in downtown Kona; a 112-mile bike race through the barren black fields, climbing up the lush mountain road with green grass to the small town of Hawaii; then back down, through the lava fields to the Kona Surf Hotel outside of Kona

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Cycling For Solar: SunPedal Ride Sets Records

ByBICYCLIST Staff
August 22, 2017

Guinness World Record Holder, IIT Bombay alumnus to ride from San Francisco to San Diego on a solar ebike to promote solar energy and sustainable transportation.

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A Seat for a Friend: Bike Bug Bicycle Sidecar

ByVictor Prestinary
June 29, 2017

Built in Texas by Mike Schneider, the apocalypse-ready, 10-gauge polished aluminum sidecar sits on a steel frame that anchors onto the bike’s frame tubes and rear axle.

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Antiperspirant: Bad to Worse?

ByKelley O'Toole
March 31, 2017

Despite the popularity of antiperspirant deodorants today, most Americans didn’t use them until the early twentieth century. For the average person, the antidote to unpleasant smells was often heavy amounts of perfume and altered clothing, such as cotton sweat pads under the armpits.

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Love Treats For Your Cycling Sweetie

ByKelley O'Toole
February 7, 2017

We appreciate any excuse to buy new accessories for our favorite past time, but when you give them to your cycling sweetie, their excitement is all the more worthwhile. On this (pseudo) holiday, our recommendations are tailored to the spirit of the “season.”

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Velo Allegro Brings Bikes and Smiles to Jenny Oropeza Elementary in Long Beach

ByKelley O'Toole
January 26, 2017

Closing the year out for third graders at Jenny Oropeza Elementary School was the surprise of a bicycle, built by members of Velo Allegro, YMCA of Greater Long Beach and Bikable Communities.

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Make The Commitment To Harmonize Work Life With Bike Life

ByKelley O'Toole
December 18, 2016

A long-term commitment to harmonizing work-life and bike-life by becoming a bike friendly business have far-reaching benefits for both the employee and employer and once established it can foster a more productive workplace.

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#OptOutside Friday: California National Monuments Designated by President Obama

ByKelley O'Toole
November 23, 2016

Inspired by President Obama and #OptOutside, we’ve highlighted some of the National Monuments designated by President Obama in California.

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The e-Chariot

ByBob Becker
November 6, 2016

My friend Ron’s granddaughter is a precocious nine years old with a penchant for mechanical things. She conceived the e-Chariot to be a vehicle that would allow her family, including her 12-year-old physically challenged sister Hailey, to bicycle together.

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Lessons in Liability From The Bicycle Attorney

ByBICYCLIST Staff
September 29, 2016

Thomas Forsyth Answers Our Questions Regarding the Liability and Responsibility of Bicyclists and Pedestrians BICYCLIST.fm Episode #45 –…

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India by Bicycle: A Brief Survey

ByDavid Manski
July 28, 2016

When I lived in India for six months in 2014 doing environmental research, I always traveled to my host institution in the northern Bangalore suburbs on my bicycle. It was 6 km away and only took me about 20 minutes. It was a lovely trip through a colorful neighborhood and I relished the sights, smells, and sounds. But, the rides were challenging, both physically and emotionally.

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The One Way Ride to Mexico

ByKelley O'Toole
June 5, 2016

The One Way Ride Program officially began in 2012, but these men have been carrying on this tradition for over a decade. It all started after the 2001 Rosarito to Ensenada ride when local resident Raymond “Randy” Kiefer and his riding partner, Hank Williamson, generously gave away their bicycles to two local teenage boys who were hanging around the finish line watching the riders come in.

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Ride Of Silence: The Ride To Commemorate Fallen Cyclists

ByKelley O'Toole
May 10, 2016

Participation in a Ride of Silence helps raise awareness and increase legislation to reduce the number of fatalities of bicyclists killed by motorists. It’s a free event and will be gathering in a city near you to honor our fallen comrades.

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Gus Van Sant & “The Discipline of DE” Applied To Bicycles

ByVictor Prestinary
February 5, 2016

Early in his directing career, Gus Van Sant created a short film, “The Discipline of DE,” based on a collection…

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A Dilemma Solved By World Bicycle Relief

ByCate Clark
February 3, 2016

World Bicycle Relief is dedicated to mobilizing people by using specially-designed bicycles that can withstand the challenging terrain and conditions in rural, developing areas.