bikes
Occupy Wall Street (OWS) is now literally people-powered. After their gas-fueled generators were confiscated on Friday, the protestors have found a solution in the stationary bike. According to estimates from the non-profit group Time’s Up, it’ll take only 11 of these bikes to provide enough power for the entire OWS… Read the rest
Thanks to Adventure Journal… Read the rest, we now know about an event so wonderfully fun-looking that we have to share it with as many people as possible. The happening happens to be something we’ve yet to hear of, though it seems as if it’s an experience we should have already had.
Cyclepedia: A Tour of Iconic Bicycle Designs… Read the rest by Michael Embacher is a photographic trip through bicycle history. The book’s contents include images of tons of bikes, including those of nearly every variety– from the fancy, speed-focused race bikes designed for the Tour de France, to those intended for two riders,
This week’s Friday Photo winner is Luke Wyma, who submitted this shot of the aftermath of a mud-soaked race that came as a result of a few too many showers. Here’s what Luke had to say about his shot:
An hour before race start, the director had to call it. … Read the rest
If you see the holiday season as an opportunity to give your time or resources to a good cause, you’re in for a unique treat. Schwinn Bicycles just launched its ‘Bells for Bikes’ campaign, which gives you the opportunity to donate a brand new bike and helmet to a kid… Read the rest
The German company Conrad recently developed what they deem to be “the most secure bike lock in the world.” What makes it so, according to Conrad, is that the lock itself hoists your bike up to a point that it is literally out of reach of any thief. It does… Read the rest
Two friends and South African Muslims set out nearly a year ago to pedal their way to Mecca in time for the annual Hajj pilgrimage. They passed through twelve countries during their journey, and despite a few minor bumps in the road, they made it with almost three weeks to… Read the rest
Until now, Osprey has been known entirely for its packs. From those created for hydration needs while on-the-go to traditional messenger bags and backpacks, Osprey is unanimous with quality packs. But as of the beginning of this week, September 20th, Osprey began making a name for itself in an entirely… Read the rest
This, apparently, is what you get when you combine cutting edge mass bicycle sharing systems and rappers–the Bixi anthem.
Are bikes the new “ride?” This isn’t the first time we’ve seen rappers pimping their bikes.… Read the rest
If you’re a cyclist in Canada, you’re in luck. The Canadian Automobile Association’s South Central Ontario branch is now offering roadside assistance for the cyclists among its 1.8 million motoring members. It’s yet another sign that many drivers also ride bikes and many cyclists have a driver’s license.
The program, … Read the rest
Just caught this post over at Cyclelicious who asks the Question “The Four Horsemen of the Fixed Gear Apocalypse Are … Mormons?”
The Mormons have always been cutting edge, and have a history of blending in with the locals in order to spread the word.
Maybe these Elders are targeting… Read the rest
With spring now upon us, it’s fair to assume that warmer weather will be heading our way soon. Which means that we here at Wend HQ will soon be trading in our methods of winter transport in order to “put the fun between our legs” on the way to work.… Read the rest
Great photo essay here from photographer Marcus Riga, who recently took a road trip down the west coast with Knolly team riders Curtis Robinson and Alan Crisp. This dispatch comes from the rider-built trails at Black Rock, near Salem, OR, where they camped out for a week getting to know… Read the rest
The 88 Bikes Foundation, along with Keen Hybrid.Care, has been hard at work on spreading two-wheeled love to children in developing countries. Project4, their latest installment, donated 300 simple, sturdy bikes to orphans in Ghana, Nepal, and Vietnam.
To facilitate the success of the program and the happiness of the… Read the rest
