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Slap Bag
March 15, 2017
All you need is one hand! Slap Bag, the Simple Little Accessory Pouch, is a novel carry-all for your bike that can be opened and closed with just one hand. Yes, that’s right, you no longer have to stop to unzip your backpack or fiddle with you seat/handlebar pack to get your gel pack, energy […]
Race Across America
March 15, 2017
Coming June 13, 2017. The World’s Toughest Bicycle Race. The Race Across America, or RAAM, is an iconic race in its 35th year that traverses the continent. The race start on the west coast in Oceanside, California and travels approximately 3000 miles to the east coast, finishing in Annapolis, Maryland. Here are some impressive stats: it crosses 12 […]
Lumos Helmet
March 10, 2017
Light up your head! The award winning, Lumos Helmet, is a smart helmet that is a must-have for urban commuters. It meets US and European safety standards and has 10 bright white LED lights in the front, 16 bright red LED lights in the rear, and 16 bright orange LED for turn signals. The battery […]
Cycle Zydeco
March 10, 2017
Coming April 19, 2017. Described as a festival on wheels. It’s Cycle Zydeco, a four-day ride through southern Louisiana, home of delicious Cajun food, gators, swamps, music, and good times! The route is on paved roads that are mostly flat. It’s 5 days of parties and 4 days of cycling, covering an average of 40 miles per day and […]
DC Insider Tours: Full Throttle DC
February 27, 2017
The best way to zip around DC! If you are in Washington DC, you must check out the amazingly awesome Full Throttle DC with our friends from DC Insider Tours. This three-hour+ tour uses top of the line electric bikes to see the whole city in the span of a day – yes, ELECTRIC bikes, so […]
Elite Turacio Thermal Bottle
January 30, 2017
Put a cork in it! As long as it’s the Turacio Thermal Bottle from our friends at Elite. Designed and engineered in Italy, this cool looking sports bottle is insulated with 100% natural cork which allows it to keep those much needed fluids cold for up to 3 hours. The leakproof cap is constructed with […]
Topeak Ninja Bottle Cage Series
January 26, 2017
You don’t need to be a ninja to appreciate these bike accessories from our friends at Topeak! The already fantastic Ninja Bottle Cage Series has recently expanded to include the Ninja Pouch+ Road (pictured above), the Ninja TC Road, and the Ninja CO2+. The + indicates that it comes with full bottle cage (though you can […]
Top Bike of 2016
December 5, 2016
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 2016 reviews in the Bike category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…Bopworx, a traveling cyclist’s best friend. Rounding out the top-3 were NiteRider Lumina 950 Boost + […]
Cape Town Cycle Tour
November 7, 2016
Coming March 12, 2017. Participate in the largest, timed cycling event in the world. It’s the Cape Town Cycle Tour which will celebrate its 40th year with 35,000 cyclists! Started in 1978 with only 525 riders, the goal was to raise awareness about cycling safety and to lobby for bike paths in Cape Town. It has […]
The Beast
October 28, 2016
The Beast. No, it’s not your next Halloween costume or the latest scary movie. It’s Dayak Inc’s new power-assist electric “bike”. We say “bike”, because it’s like an e-bike on steroids with the features of an ATV that make it ideal for taking off-road on those trails, plus it’s street legal. With 4 models to choose from, you […]
Overade Plixi
September 28, 2016
No more excuses not to wear a helmet. The Plixi by the Parisian company Overade is a foldable helmet. The design of this helmet is a marvel – check out the video on their website – it folds into itself with various hinges and segments, so that its volume is about a third of the size […]
Shenandoah Bike Foliage Festival
September 28, 2016
Coming October 14, 2016. Get out and enjoy the fall colors at the Shenandoah Bike Foliage Festival. It’s a weekend of cycling for all levels with well-marked courses including maps and cue sheets, SAG support, and plenty of rest stops with drinks, snacks, and the all-important port-a-potties. Choose from 11 courses from the family friendly 10 […]
RearViz Classic
September 16, 2016
Safety is just an arm’s length away! RearViz is the world’s first arm-mounted cycling mirror. Consisting of a convex, round mirror about the size of a watch face, you’re provided with a wide view of of the space behind you. This innovative product out of Australia is fully adjustable by rotating 360 degrees around the base and pivoting 180 […]
Cycle the WAVE
September 16, 2016
Coming September 18, 2016. Hop on your bike to help raise awareness for a good cause. Cycle the WAVE (Women Against Violence Everywhere) is an all-women, untimed ride that brings in funds for domestic violence programs across Washington State. With four route options, riders of all levels are encouraged to participate: “Little Sister” (12 miles), “Girly Girl” […]
She Bikes Cascade Chains and Derailleurs
September 14, 2016
Coming September 21, 2016. What is the drivetrain? Learn that and more at the She Bikes Cascade Chains and Derailleurs class. This 2.5 hour class is just for us ladies and taught by knowledgeable ladies. Held at the Cascade Bicycling Center, in Seattle, you’ll learn chain maintenance, derailleur adjustment, and troubleshooting system problems. Be sure to bring your […]
Killington Divas of Dirt Gravity Camp
September 13, 2016
Coming September 29, 2016. Explore the ever expanding Mountain Bike Park at Killington with a pro. Join Downhill/Enduro Racer Amy Alton for the Divas of Dirt Gravity Camp. Just for us ladies, this small group (maximum of 10 lucky riders) will spend the day learning and practicing downhill biking in a supportive and fun environment. […]
Specialized Alibi Sport Step Through
August 29, 2016
What?! Airless tires?! Yes, the new Alibi Sport Step Through by the folks at Specialized is fitted with airless tires – what does that mean?! It means that you don’t need to worry about pumping up or changing a flat tire! Very cool! Plus the grips and saddle of the Alibi are designed specifically for women. […]
NiteRider Lumina 950 Boost + Solas 100 Combo
August 29, 2016
On two wheels or on two feet, our friends at NiteRider have the lighting solution for you! Their new Lumina 950 Boost and Solas 100 Combo has you covered coming and going. The Lumina 950 Boost is the frontend and features 6 modes: 200 lumens, 400 lumens, 800 lumens, 950 lumens (wow!), 40 lumens for walking, […]
Kitsap Color Classic
August 28, 2016
Coming September 25, 2016. It’s Cascade Bicycle Club’s last organized ride of the season…the Kitsap Color Classic! Enjoy fall foliage galore as you ride along the Kitsap Peninsula in Washington State. Choose from 3 courses: 25 miles starting at the Kingston Ferry up to Hansville (1,703 feet of climbing); 37 miles taking you along the […]
Hero Kit for Road Cycling
August 24, 2016
Don’t be stranded! Get the Hero Kit for Road Cycling to help you with problems that you may have while on your next road trip. Armed with a 24 Page Field Repair Instruction Manual (smartly made to be waterproof!), you can tackle those mechanical problems with the 12 Function Multi Tool with Chain tool, Planet Bike Tire Levers with […]
Hobie Mirage Eclipse
August 19, 2016
SUP? Bike? Yes, both with the Hobie Mirage Eclipse! This innovative SUP with MirageDrive technology for pedaling is the newest watercraft from the folks known for their sailboats. The large fins drive the board forward as you pedal, a bit like an elliptical machine, and the steering is controlled with hand levers – squeeze right […]
Passport2Pain
August 19, 2016
Coming September 10, 2016. Described as the toughest ride in the Pacific Northwest. Interested? It’s the Passport2Pain fun ride! Held on Vashon Island, a quick ferry ride from Seattle or Tacoma, this ride is a killer cycling challenge with 3 levels of vertical climb: The Idiot at 80 miles and 10K vertical feet; The Weasel at 50 […]
Bopworx
August 11, 2016
They say necessity is the mother of invention, and how true that is for husband and wife team, Paul and Ciara McGriskin. Following a family holiday complete with 6 bikes, they formed Bopworx and developed a line of reusable products to protect your bike while traveling, storing, and shipping. No more need for the old […]
URB-E Black Label
July 22, 2016
With the look of an oversized Swiss Army Knife-like multitool, the URB-E Black Label is a cool, new portable electric vehicle. Weighing in at 35 pounds, this head-turning ride can reach a top speed of 15 mph with a range of 20 miles and is fully charged in only 4 hours. The patented folding design […]