biking

The Los Angeles Times writes that, according to a recent census, bicycle commuters in the City of Angels have increased by 50 percent over the past eight years. That’s part of why the city’s Councilman, Bill Rosendahl, has proposed a cyclist anti-harassment law that’s being considered by the L.A. City… Read the rest

To us, a good trail guide hits like food to a hungry belly. A thorough guide inspires and informs, preparing the adventurer and providing him with an invaluable tool to use on-the-go.
The Outsider’s Guide to Prince Rupert written by Matt J. Simmons–author of Wend… Read the rest‘s Wanderlust feature in the

Remember MC SpandX? Apparently, it’s not all about performance anymore. Instead of bashing his “skinny-jeaned rivals,” the artist now formerly known as MC SpandX pokes fun at himself—or rather, who he used to be. Because he’s not cycling the streets with shaved legs and clean jerseys anymore. No. Instead, he’s… Read the rest

Whether you ride your mountain bike downhill, cross-country, free riding, or on trails or streets, there’s a resort for you. This week Montana Mining Corp. announced it would acquire Park Capital Management, Inc. (Park), a private company that intends to develop a mountain biking resort in the Dominican Republic. Park’s… Read the rest

British bicycle racer, Alan Bate, 45, set out at midnight on March 31st on a mission to circle the globe in a mere 99 days in an effort to break the current world record of 165 days. Nearly two months later, on day 51, Bate has reached the halfway point… Read the rest

Yesterday morning, an awesome new feature was added to Google Maps. That’s right, folks, you can now map your bicycle route.
Not only does the sweet new addition show streets that are known to be bike-friendly, but it also factors in car traffic and hills. So, a word to our… Read the rest

Considering that kids who have a greater appreciation for the environment have higher test scores, it’s no surprise that parents are looking for plenty of ways to get their children outdoors.
One parent, Heidi Ahrens, took that desire one step further when she created the website Outdoor Baby a year… Read the rest

We’ve always got cycles on the mind, but because it’s Bike to Work Week we’re paying even extra attention, and today it’s all about which state has the most bike love, thanks to the second annual report of Bicycle Friendly States released by the League of American Bicyclists.
Unfortunately our… Read the rest