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Two-Wheeling Women’s Cape Cod & Martha’s Vineyard Tour
May 1, 2015
Coming June 14, 2015. Head to the Cape this summer! Join Two-Wheeling Women for their Cape Cod & Martha’s Vineyard Tour on this luxury Inn to Inn tour. Your two guides will start you off on this coastal vacation at Hyannis, Massachusetts, the hub and heart of Cape Cod and lead you through quaint historic […]
AIDS/LifeCycle
April 28, 2015
Coming May 31, 2015. A journey for a good cause. Join AIDS/LifeCycle for a 7-day ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles to help raise money and awareness about the continued HIV/AIDS epidemic. Much of the 545-mile trek will be along the beautiful California coastline with an average daily ride of 80 miles over varied […]
Petal Power Joy Ride System
April 23, 2015
It’s a sensitive subject, but we think you need to hear about it. Our “lady parts” can take a beating on long rides, so our friends at Petal Power have something just for us. Their Joy Ride System is a 3 step system that takes care of our “petals” before, during, and after. First, their […]
Tour of Somerville Cycling Series
April 15, 2015
Coming May 23, 2015. If you’re a cyclist, you must know about this race. The Tour of Somerville Cycling Series is the oldest major bicycle race in the United States. Started in 1940, in the central New Jersey town of Somerville, this three-day event includes a sports and music festival, a carnival, 5 different criterium races, […]
U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame, Davis, California
April 6, 2015
You’ve heard of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Baseball Hall of Fame. Well, how about the U.S. Bicycling Hall of Fame?! Founded in 1986 in Somerville NJ, it moved to Davis, California in 2010. According to their website, “its mission is to preserve the history of American cycling in order to […]
Davis Double Century
April 6, 2015
Coming May 16, 2015. One of the oldest and most popular double centuries in California. The Davis Double Century in Davis, California, 70 miles northeast of San Francisco, is billed as an ideal one if you’re a newbie to these 200 mile rides. A high level of support is provided with 9 rest stops plus […]
Skylock
April 3, 2015
The ultimate bike lock. The soon-to-be-released Skylock is a U-lock loaded with high tech features. The built-in accelerometer can detect when your bike is being tampered with or when you are in a crash and send a text to you or someone in your trusted network. It’s keyless and connects to your phone via Bluetooth […]
Yepp Cargo Flexx
April 3, 2015
It’s not your white wicker basket with flowers! The Yepp Cargo Flexx is a totally different kind of front bike carrier. The award winning design of the Cargo Flexx allows for the sides to be folded up for storage when not in use, especially when parking your bike in a tight space. The frame is […]
America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride
April 3, 2015
Coming June 7, 2015. America’s Most Beautiful Bike Ride…a big claim for a ride but one that we think has some merit. And we think you’ll agree too when you see the route that circumnavigates Lake Tahoe, the largest alpine lake in North America and the second deepest in the United States. The emerald and […]
Hammerhead One
March 20, 2015
A new kind of navigation system for cyclists. The Hammerhead One is a handlebar-mounted device that provides LED lighted, turn-by-turn directions for a specific route. With the help of the Hammerhead app, you can design the route based on your preferences (hills, no hills, distance, difficulty, etc.). Pair the app with the Hammerhead One, and […]
Vanhawks Valour
March 20, 2015
You’ve heard of a smart phone. Well, how about a smart bike? The soon-to-be-released Valour by Toronto-based Vanhawks is a high tech solution to the potential problems of urban cycling. This innovative bike is has the industry’s first sensor-driven blind spot detector that alerts you via vibrating handlebars when traffic is too close. It can […]
Cycle for Sight, Napa Valley, California
March 20, 2015
Coming April 18, 2015. Springtime, Napa Valley, bike ride, wine festival…yes, please! Sign up for the Cycle for Sight Ride with 3 course options – 15, 25, and 50 miles – that take you through the gorgeous hills and vineyard of that famous California wine region. It’s a fully supported ride with SAG vehicles, food, […]
Iron Horse Bicycle Classic, Durango, Colorado
March 6, 2015
Coming May 22, 2015. A weekend of pedaling fun! The Iron Horse Bicycle Classic in Durango, Colorado has something for everyone. What started out as a friendly sibling challenge with one brother on the train and the other on a ten-speed bicycle, attempting to to see who could travel the fastest from Durango to Silverton, […]
Omni Wheel by EVELO
March 3, 2015
Add some power to your bike with Omni Wheel by EVELO. In 30 minutes, you can turn your regular bike into an electric bike by replacing your front wheel with the 26″ or 700C Omni Wheel. Each is available with either a standard battery that lasts 15-25 miles or the extended range battery that allows […]
Cinderella Classic & Challenge
March 3, 2015
Coming April 18, 2015. No glass slippers needed for this “ball”! Gather your TrailblazerGirl-friends and join the Cinderella Classic and Challenge recreational bicycle ride. The Classic is a metric century (100k/65 miles) over a mostly flat course through Alameda county in Northern California, while the Challenge is an 85 mile route with a 2,000 feet […]
VSN Mobil V.360° HD Camera
February 25, 2015
Capture 360 degree shots effortlessly! Get strikingly clear video and still shots with the VSN Mobil V.360° HD Camera. Mount it on your surfboard, SUP board, helmet, bike handlebars, skateboard, or anywhere that gives you a good view of the action. Clever features include their Burst Mode that allows you to take 5 sequential panoramic […]
Humble Lions Bike Ride, Humble, Texas
February 13, 2015
Coming February 14, 2015. Enjoy an active Valentine’s Day in Humble, Texas with the Humble Lions Bike Ride. Choose from an out-and-back 22-mile route or loops of 46.5 and 51.1 miles. Routes will be on paved roads and well marked. They’re even throwing in a bottle of wine for the first 300 riders who register […]
Wide-Eyez Day and Night Shields
February 9, 2015
A practical item for cyclists. The Wide-Eyez Day and Night Shields are simply put, great protection for your eyes. Acting as a visor that attaches to your helmet, you’ll keep the wind, rain, bugs, and dirt from getting in your eyes. You can even comfortably wear your prescription glasses or sunglasses under Wide-Eyez. Use the […]
RAGBRAI
February 9, 2015
Coming July 19, 2015. Know what’s the oldest, largest and longest bicycle touring event in the world? It’s RAGBRAI (aka Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa), a seven-day bicycle ride across the state of Iowa. The route changes every year but is about 468 miles through the Iowa countryside from the western border on the Missouri […]
BikeBoard Kit
January 16, 2015
Have bike, will ski? Yes, with a BikeBoard Kit! The kit works with virtually any wheel/tire size through the use of a “boot” and pin and strap system. Then either choose to ride with a single ski on the front wheel or one on both the front and the back wheels in order to shred […]
OnGuard K-9 Folding Lock
January 8, 2015
Super security for your bike! The K-9 Folding Lock by OnGuard, the recognized champion of security locks, will keep your treasured bike free from theft. Made out of heavy-duty steel plate links and a “pick, pull, and drill-proof cylinder”, the K-9 will ensure your bike it waiting for you where you leave it! An included […]
Women V Cancer Ride the Night
January 8, 2015
Coming May 30, 2015. The UK’s only women’s 100K NIGHT cycling event! Raise funds to help fight women’s cancer by participating in the the Women V Cancer Ride the Night. Starting at the Royal Windsor Racecourse around 9pm and traveling along flat open roads arriving in London in the early morning hours, this cycling challenge […]
Top Bike of 2014
December 3, 2014
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 2014 reviews in the Bike category. And the item that came out on top was… drum role please…Buca Boot, a cool boot (or trunk) for the urban cyclist. Rounding out the […]
BioLogic’s Pango Folding Helmet
November 14, 2014
An innovative, award-winning design. The Pango Folding Helmet by BioLogic folds down in three simple steps to half the size of your typical bike helmet. It’s very convenient for commuters or for traveling, since it can be stored easily in your bag or briefcase. Other great features include a well ventilated centered ridge, a magnetic […]