May 30, 2013
Pimp your ride…. if your ride is a bike. The PUBLIC Stripe Fender Set turns any city bike into a “signature piece of visual design in motion.” Imagine the distinction you’ll have when you go to lock up your bike. So cool.
April 26, 2013
Is it a birdhouse? No, it’s a cute way to store your bike indoors! Handmade in Toronto out of Mahogany Plywood, this clever bike storage unit, attaches to your wall and even has a spot to “house” your helmet. No birds allowed!
April 23, 2013
Another stylish bike accessory by the folks at Velo Orange. The Campagne Handlebar Bag is a nice looking, sturdy bag made from thick, waterproof and long lasting dry waxed canvas. Three outer pockets to carry a phone, camera, maps, wallet, etc and a handy shoulder strap round out the great features of this bag.
April 18, 2013
Stylish and practical. The Brick Lane Roll Up Panniers By Brooks England are made of water resistant fabric with leather finishing. The pair of panniers attaches to your back bike rack and can be rolled up when not in use. Elastic bands are located on the top of the bag to carry additional objects.
April 3, 2013
Tired of always having to find a tree or wall to rest you bike against (or worse, lay it on the ground)? Well, look no further…the Bipod Stand 605 by the German company Hebie has made a two legged bike stand. With a load capacity of 60 kg, your bike is sure to stay upright, […]
March 25, 2013
TrailblazerGirl is always on the look-out for something a little different and cool, and we’ve found it with Eleanor’s Vintage Red Cross Upcycled Bicycle Crate. It’s a retro-looking bike accessory that attaches to your rear bike rack. It may have been a first-aid or medical kit for a school or scout troop with the Junior […]
March 25, 2013
The last thing you want to worry about as you are zipping down the trails on your mountain bike is whether your phone or camera is going to stay put. Worries are over with the Adjustable Cell/GPS Platform by Trail Rail! Made out of solid machined aluminum and lined with neoprene for vibration dampening and […]
March 25, 2013
Coming June 2, 2013. Gorge-Us Gals Ride is an all-women’s cycling event along Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge. Join your fellow bike enthusiasts on one of four course distances (13, 20, 40, and 60-miles), and enjoy the beautiful scenic route with well stocked rest stops, bike mechanic support, and of course, fun finish-line festivities. What a […]
March 22, 2013
Coming May 3-5, 2013. The world’s FIRST consumer show and festival for urban cyclists is debuting on the shores of the Thames. Unlike any other bike trade show, SPIN London will be focusing on the urban cycling scene by presenting to everyone the most progressive, forward thinking international brands and smaller independent makers in fixed […]
March 14, 2013
Like the retro look? Well, in a few minutes, you can easily customize your bike with the Grand Cru Plume Alaire Chainguard by Velo Orange. This will give your bike just a touch of that retro, stylish and cool factor while also protecting your pant leg from getting dirty from the bike chain. The Plume […]
March 14, 2013
The cold won’t stop us form cycling. And that’s what our friends at Bar Mitts were thinking too. These mitts attach to your bike and keep hands warm and comfortable in the cold, rain, snow and wind. They’re easy to install and remove, and they stay firmly attached to the handlebars while thankfully not hindering […]
March 11, 2013
Bike riders rejoice – a fashionable, fun way to protect your pant leg! With 12 wonderful styles to choose from (we especially like the cute blue polka dot one), the handmade Short and Tall Shackles by those clever folks at ShinShackle will keep you looking your TrailblazerGirl best. There’s even a reflective PVC tape to […]
March 11, 2013
Struggling to carry your bike up those stairs? Well, look no further! Walnut Studiolo has just the thing for you in their Bicycle Frame Handle. A simple, beautiful, stylish, leather handle that attaches with two adjustable buckles – one that wraps around the down-tube and one around the seat-tube. Your bike feels lighter, making it […]
March 7, 2013
You’ve done all that work to look good (and we know that may mean looking good with all your gear on), so why not protect yourself from the mud? But oh boy, who wants to take her bike apart to install a mudflap. Enter the Quickfix Mudguard by Full Windsor. No need to worry about […]
February 26, 2013
Biking in the cold just got easier and more stylish. With this Blake Helmet Cover by RockiNoggins, you can cover up your helmet and drop those ear flaps down to keep your ears warm. And when you warm up, just flip them back up. RockiNoggins has a bunch of cute designs for helmet “hats,” but this […]
January 22, 2013
Coming May 24-26, 2013. A weekend of biking the vineyards… these two night, three day packages are the perfect weekend event for the cyclist looking to escape the hassles of city cycling. This price includes two nights lodging with breakfast, a wonderful welcome dinner on the first night, one full day of supported cycling through […]
January 17, 2013
There’s no excuse not to have lights on your bike, and the Blaze 1/2-watt & SuperFlash Light Set by Planet Bike is a great choice. The Blaze 45 lumens LED headlight is many times brighter than a standard white LED, and it keeps on going for up to 100 hours on just 2 AA batteries. […]
January 17, 2013
Coming April 18-21, 2013. This 4-day, action-packed cycling festival at Laguna Seca Recreation Area in Monterey will feature a full schedule of amateur and professional events as well as host to the largest consumer bike exposition in North America. The Sea Otter Classic is truly “A Celebration of Cycling.” Activities and attractions will include rides […]
December 10, 2012
And the winner is… it’s the end of the year, and we’ve just finished counting all of your Facebook likes (and shares) for our 2012 reviews in the Bike and Cycling Gear category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please… the The Hood by Quarterre, the coolest bike hanger ever. […]
December 5, 2012
Remember those clips for your ankle that would keep your pants from getting caught in the chain of your bike. Wish they were more stylish? Well, wish no more. The Snap! Bands by Nathan are what you’ll want to wear while cycling round town or through the park on those long pants days. Even better, […]
October 17, 2012
On a safety kick? We seem to be with another great bike accessory: Pedal Lights by Pedalite. These battery-free (yes!) pedal lights flash when the cyclist is pedaling and store just enough power to keep flashing when you’ve stopped at a road junction. And, you can see these lights up to 1km away. Each package […]
October 17, 2012
Adorn your bike for the night. Oooh, that may sound creepy, but these Reflective Chopspokes by Cyclelogical simply snap on to your bike’s spokes, and they make your bike (and you) visible in the dark. Your spokes will light up with these reflectors and since they’re moving, they’re more likely to catch the eye of […]
October 17, 2012
Coming in Oct-Dec, 2012. Ready for something completely different? Cyclo-cross (aka cyclocross, CX, CCX, cyclo-X and cross) is a new form of bike racing that consists of laps on a short course (1.5 to 2 miles) over a variety of surfaces (e.g. pavement, wooded trails, grass, steep hills) as well as obstacles, requiring the rider […]
October 9, 2012
Why do boy’s have that silly crossbar? After all, that crossbar on the bike is clearly unnecessary since a girl’s bike obviously doesn’t need it. Okay, we know it’s for support, but if you’re gonna have it, why not decorate it? And that’s exactly what the folks at Cyclelogical thought when they created their new Patterned […]