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Are Dutch Bikes Any Good?

You’ve seen those classy, upright city bikes cruising along Amsterdam canals.  You might even have seen them around town in North America. The quintessential Dutch bike is the symbol of…

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Are Rivendell Bikes Worth It? (Owner’s Perspective & 3 Cheaper Alternatives)

Rivendell Quickbeam single-speed bike, set up for urban cycling and bike commuting

If you’ve ever waded into bike geek territory, then you might have stumbled across Rivendell Bicycle Works. Based in Walnut Creek, CA, they make some unique and beautiful bikes for…

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My 9 Favorite Single-Speed Cycling Tips (For Urban Riding)

I spent a cumulative year or two tackling my hilly commute on single-speed bikes. One was a svelte cyclocross racer, the other was a comfy, upright city bike, and both…

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Are Disc Brakes Better On Bikes? (Maybe Less Than You’d Think)

Nice, but (probably) not worth paying a premium.

These days, disc brakes are almost universal on mountain bikes, and quite common even on the lightest-weight road bikes. They’re gone from a bit of a luxury to a fairly…

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7 Things To Know About Commuting On A Single-Speed Bike

Rivendell Quickbeam single-speed bike, set up for urban cycling and bike commuting

Single-speed bikes are a blast to ride.  But are they the right choice for your commute? Having ridden them for years, here’s what you’ll need to consider. What should you…

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What To Wear For (Urban) Cycling In The Rain

A road bicycle with full-coverage fenders for protection from road spray

Rain might not be a big deal on a recreational ride, but when we need to step into the office or store or restaurant, it’s nice to be dry. However,…

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The “Life-Changing Magic” Of Cycling (Almost) Everywhere

If tidying up has “life-changing magic”–and it does–then the practical side of cycling is a close second in lifestyle impact. Practical cycling (things like local trips and bike commuting) has…

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These 8 Simple Tips Help Make Urban Cycling Part Of Your Life

Whether you fantasize about being an urbane European cruising along a canal, or just want to save a few bucks on gas, cycling can be an enriching and healthful part…

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How Much Does A Good Commuter Bike Cost?

Loaded for bear with a pannier and basket.

To a newer rider, most bikes look awfully similar, even though their prices are all over the place. With $99 Wal-Mart bikes on one hand, and $9,999 (or more) marvels…

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Choosing Your First Commuter Bike: 11 Non-Obvious Things To Consider

That’s the ticket! (Photo: http://www.workcycles.com/home-products/handmade-city-bicycles/workcycles-opafiets)

Starting to use a bicycle for practical purposes can be more overwhelming than you’d think. After all, few of us are fortunate enough to grow up in cities like Amsterdam…

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