Cycling

Cranksgiving: How To Illegally Street Race And Give Back At The Same Time

Posted 11.24.2009 | Impact


Most major cities obviously have more to worry about than the occasional alleycat street bike race, but the brains behind a burgeoning Thanksgiving tr...

Women Cyclists: 5 States Where Women Barely Dare to Bike Commute

treehugger.com | April Streeter | Posted 10.05.2009 | Green


Dedicated bike commuting is grew about 38% in the last eight years. But if women are truly the indicator species for a successful bike infrastructure,...

Cycling or Walking to School Will Not Be Tolerated!

William Volk | Posted 10.02.2009 | Living


William Volk

More than 12.5 million children are overweight in the U.S., up from 13 % in 1999. One would expect schools to be encouraging students to exercise more. One would be sadly mistaken.

Monday Best Bike Bits - Pistol-Packing Cyclist and Bike-Powered Transit Called Shweeb

April Streeter | Posted 09.03.2009 | Green


April Streeter

The low-slung (2 to 4 meters above ground) Shweeb pods include a highly efficient system of pedals that can theoretically allow riders to reach speeds of up 70 kmh.

Top 8 Bike Trips in the U.S. (PHOTOS)

Huffington Post | Ami Cholia | Posted 08.22.2009 | Green


There's no better time than summer to get outdoors and experience natural beauty. One low impact way to see the sights and get some sunshine is a bike...

How To Bike To Work: A Guide

Ideal Bite | Posted 08.17.2009 | Green


With a little prep and the right gear, you won't need to worry about breaking down between a bus and a Beemer, or even losing your way - you can just ...

Cycling Comes of Age as New High-Tech Approach Offers Greater Comfort

John Positano | Posted 07.31.2009 | New York


John Positano

Many people can relate to a golf club fitting and appreciate its positive effects on the enjoyment of a round of golf, but to most, a bicycle fitting is a new concept.

Tel Aviv Bicyclists Protest In Thongs (VIDEO)

Huffington Post | Posted 07.30.2009 | Green


Tel Aviv cyclists and roller bladers protested the lack of bike legislation in Israel wearing nothing but thongs and underwear. The cyclists argue tha...

Where-O-Where Can I Store My Bicycle?

New York Times | J. David Goodman | Posted 07.17.2009 | New York


In a city of tight living quarters and unaccommodating corporate towers, the biggest cycling challenge can be finding a good place store one's ride wh...

Cars Are Like Cigarettes; The New Pariah

Matthew Modine | Posted 06.26.2009 | Green


Matthew Modine

The burning of fossil fuels and the internal combustion engine is dead. Raise your glass to self-propulsion! Long live the bicycle.

Bicing: Barcelona's Communal Bicycle Program Has Transformed The City (VIDEO)

Huffington Post | Elizabeth Khuri Chandler | Posted 06.06.2009 | World


By Elizabeth Khuri Chandler and video content by Kirsten Dirksen of faircompanies.com On an unusually hot afternoon this spring, the streets of Barce...

Lance Armstrong's Trainer Speaks

Graham Bensinger | Posted 01.17.2009 | Entertainment


Graham Bensinger

Chris Carmichael: Well, let me tell you. Lance is not going back to the Tour de France to finish second. It's obviously a very big challenge and he recognizes that, but his standard is winning.

2009 -- A Banner Bike Year, We Hope

Graham Hill | Posted 04.15.2009 | Green


Graham Hill

Name one industry that hasn't yet suffered from the global gray economy. Personal hygiene? Snacks for couch potatoes? Nope, it's the global bicycle industry.

Motorists vs. Cyclists: How The New York Times Ain't Helping

Erik Lundegaard | Posted 09.13.2008 | Media


Erik Lundegaard

Does anyone know one person who has quit driving because they're too worried about being hit by a bicycle?

US Olympic Cyclists Fly Into China Wearing Face Masks

Reuters | Doug Hamilton | Posted 08.13.2008 | Green


BEIJING - Some members of the U.S. cycling squad arrived for the Olympic Games on Tuesday wearing black respiratory masks, apparently concerned over r...

The Tour de Juice

Roger I. Abrams | Posted 07.29.2008 | Entertainment


Roger I. Abrams

Cyclists are drawn to EPO and other substances almost as a matter of survival. The Tour has responded with serious testing and disqualifications mid-race. Should we condone the use of the "juice?"

Joe DiMaggio Sports Medicine Blog: Making Your Bicycle Fit You

Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano | Posted 06.25.2008 | Living


Dr. Josh Dines and Dr. Rock Positano

Cycling comes of age and utilizes new high tech approaches to enhance enjoyment and lessen injuries.

U.S. Cities Promote Bicycling As Gas Prices Soar

Reuters | Jon Hurdle | Posted 07.29.2008 | Business


U.S. cities that have long promoted bicycle use by commuters are now seeing a steady rise in the popularity of pedal power as gasoline prices soar. C...

Obama Celebrates Win By Riding Bike

TreeHugger.com | Andrew Posner | Posted 07.29.2008 | Green


Presidential hopeful Senator Barack Obama has won our admiration before, thanks to his support of cycling and his support of public transportation, a...