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Katie Melua – Nine Million Bicycles
Posted by Richard on September 22nd, 2009 | 25 Comments »
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Posted by Richard on September 14th, 2009 | 25 Comments »
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Cycling Gear That Make Bike Riding Care Free
Posted by Richard on September 12th, 2009 | Comments Off
Muna wa Wanjiru
For any bike tour, competition or simple weekend ride, there are some absolutely indispensable elements that should not miss from the cycling gear you take with you. How can one feel both comfortable and safe without the minimum items that make bike riding care free? First of all, let’s think about how much effort is involved in the pedaling process, even if the weather is not hot, the biker is nevertheless exposed to dehydration by excessive sweating that is absolutely normal under the circumstances. Sports equipment manufacturers have come up with some items of cycling gear that use more than a simple water bottle.
Most quality hydration reservoirs are easy to clean and fill, and they make truly important items of cycling gear given the fact that during races bikers don’t have enough time to stop and refill the water bottle every hour. For safe antibacterial usage, hydration reservoirs use silver ions in the entire system, including the delivery tubes. Due to the antibacterial film that is thus created, the biker is safe from the action of almost 100% of the germs and fungi that can outgrow in a water reservoir particularly on hot days. The design of such elements of cycling gear allows easy access, so that the biker only has to bite and sip.
Bikers who take part to races as well as anyone who is likely to ride the bike in the evening or at night should have a led lighting system as well as efficient reflectors. Such equipment represents the kind of cycling gear that is a life savior and safety enhancer and it should be used on any type of bike regardless of its design. When buying such an item of cycling gear take your time to learn the functioning life span; the best operational bike lights can actually transmit light impulses for as long as seven hours without your having to change the batteries. Usually mounted on the stem, a bike lighting system is not heavy at all, and it doesn’t affect the aerodynamics of the cycle as such.
Cycling gear items vary according to gender, and the functionality of the elements is adjusted to a man’s or a woman’s body. This is the case with the backpacks that follow different curves for women, and the same thing happens to the saddle structure. The anatomical details that are taken into consideration for the manufacturer of clothing are also highly important. Women cycling shoes for example have a different structure around the heels and the corners than men’s shoes, even if the material properties are identical: same carbon sole, same fittings and closure style.
For any bike tour, competition or simple weekend ride, there are some absolutely indispensable elements that should not miss from the cycling gear you take with you. How can one feel both comfortable and safe without the minimum items that make bike riding care free? First of all, let’s think about how much effort is involved in the pedaling process, even if the weather is not hot, the biker is nevertheless exposed to dehydration by excessive sweating that is absolutely normal under the circumstances. Sports equipment manufacturers have come up with some items of cycling gear that use more than a simple water bottle.
Most quality hydration reservoirs are easy to clean and fill, and they make truly important items of cycling gear given the fact that during races bikers don’t have enough time to stop and refill the water bottle every hour. For safe antibacterial usage, hydration reservoirs use silver ions in the entire system, including the delivery tubes. Due to the antibacterial film that is thus created, the biker is safe from the action of almost 100% of the germs and fungi that can outgrow in a water reservoir particularly on hot days. The design of such elements of cycling gear allows easy access, so that the biker only has to bite and sip.
Bikers who take part to races as well as anyone who is likely to ride the bike in the evening or at night should have a led lighting system as well as efficient reflectors. Such equipment represents the kind of cycling gear that is a life savior and safety enhancer and it should be used on any type of bike regardless of its design. When buying such an item of cycling gear take your time to learn the functioning life span; the best operational bike lights can actually transmit light impulses for as long as seven hours without your having to change the batteries. Usually mounted on the stem, a bike lighting system is not heavy at all, and it doesn’t affect the aerodynamics of the cycle as such.
Cycling gear items vary according to gender, and the functionality of the elements is adjusted to a man’s or a woman’s body. This is the case with the backpacks that follow different curves for women, and the same thing happens to the saddle structure. The anatomical details that are taken into consideration for the manufacturer of clothing are also highly important. Women cycling shoes for example have a different structure around the heels and the corners than men’s shoes, even if the material properties are identical: same carbon sole, same fittings and closure style.
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Is there a serious difference between Road Cycling Shoes and Triathlon Cycling Shoes?
Posted by Richard on September 12th, 2009 | 6 Comments »
Richard H
I’m looking to get a pair of shoes and found a very nice pair brand new and inexpensive for my size foot, which is rare; however, they’re called “triathlon” cycling shoes rather then road cycling shoes, which is what I want. Is there a serious difference or will either work?
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I’m looking to get a pair of shoes and found a very nice pair brand new and inexpensive for my size foot, which is rare; however, they’re called “triathlon” cycling shoes rather then road cycling shoes, which is what I want. Is there a serious difference or will either work?
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The Smallest and Most Convenient Bicycle in the World—folding Bicyclethe Smallest and Most Convenient Bicycle in the World—folding Bicycle
Posted by Richard on September 9th, 2009 | Comments Off
robinwood
What is folding bicycle?
Folding bicycle is bicycle that can be folded up. They are from 12 inch to 26 inch long, and 16-inch bicycle and 20-inch bicycle are the commonest types. They weigh from 8.5kg to 15kg, much lighter than common bicycles. They can be taken onto bus, into subway and train. You can fold or unfold them in 10 minutes. It is a unique and convenient vehicle, especially for short trips. Some folding bicycles can be used for long trips. Nowadays they are also used for entertainment in the park. DAHON is a famous brand of folding bicycle.
Advantages of folding bicycle
You can fold it up and put it into a bag. It is easy to carry with when you take bus or subway. When you go out for a trip, you can also put it into your package. If you drive out, you can put it into your boot.
Folding bicycle is a cool and fashionable vehicle. It has become a recreation tool for young people. It is also a good body-building tool. You can take it in your hands. Therefore, you don’t have to worry that your bike will be stolen. You can take it everywhere. In a way, it has broken away from the concept of bicycle. It will enter every aspect of your life.
Some people are not used to its small wheels and low speed. However, slow riding is safe. In the society pursuing efficiency, you can enjoy yourself riding bicycle slowly.
The smallest folding bicycle in the world
The smallest folding bicycle in the world A-bike only weighs 5.6 kg, equal to the weight of 2 notebook PCs. It is only 0.03 cubic meters in volume after it is folded. It is just as big as a medium traveling bag. Diameter of its wheel is only 6 inches. When it is unfolded, it looks like the letter A. So it is called A-bike. Such a little thing can bear things of 120 kilometers. You can ride this bicycle with a speed of 24 kilometers per hour. It is more interesting that you can ride A-bike comfortably however tall you are, because its height can be adjusted.
Made in China offers different kinds of folding bicycles
You can find many different types of folding bicycles from Made in China, such as the classical A-bike, folding electric bike and mini folding bike. There is even a folding bike with two seats. Choose one for yourself. Enjoy your bicycle trip!
What is folding bicycle?
Folding bicycle is bicycle that can be folded up. They are from 12 inch to 26 inch long, and 16-inch bicycle and 20-inch bicycle are the commonest types. They weigh from 8.5kg to 15kg, much lighter than common bicycles. They can be taken onto bus, into subway and train. You can fold or unfold them in 10 minutes. It is a unique and convenient vehicle, especially for short trips. Some folding bicycles can be used for long trips. Nowadays they are also used for entertainment in the park. DAHON is a famous brand of folding bicycle.
Advantages of folding bicycle
You can fold it up and put it into a bag. It is easy to carry with when you take bus or subway. When you go out for a trip, you can also put it into your package. If you drive out, you can put it into your boot.
Folding bicycle is a cool and fashionable vehicle. It has become a recreation tool for young people. It is also a good body-building tool. You can take it in your hands. Therefore, you don’t have to worry that your bike will be stolen. You can take it everywhere. In a way, it has broken away from the concept of bicycle. It will enter every aspect of your life.
Some people are not used to its small wheels and low speed. However, slow riding is safe. In the society pursuing efficiency, you can enjoy yourself riding bicycle slowly.
The smallest folding bicycle in the world
The smallest folding bicycle in the world A-bike only weighs 5.6 kg, equal to the weight of 2 notebook PCs. It is only 0.03 cubic meters in volume after it is folded. It is just as big as a medium traveling bag. Diameter of its wheel is only 6 inches. When it is unfolded, it looks like the letter A. So it is called A-bike. Such a little thing can bear things of 120 kilometers. You can ride this bicycle with a speed of 24 kilometers per hour. It is more interesting that you can ride A-bike comfortably however tall you are, because its height can be adjusted.
Made in China offers different kinds of folding bicycles
You can find many different types of folding bicycles from Made in China, such as the classical A-bike, folding electric bike and mini folding bike. There is even a folding bike with two seats. Choose one for yourself. Enjoy your bicycle trip!
Filed under Cycling | Tags: Notebook Pcs, Traveling Bag
How steep should a hill be to make it faster to walk rather than cycle?
Posted by Richard on September 8th, 2009 | 2 Comments »
Smish59
On my way home, I cycle a really steep hill. I have plenty of gears on the bike, and can manage to cycle it. Sometimes, someone will walk up the hill faster than I can cycle it. Its comical and a bit embarrassing to see someone walk past me! Im physically fit and train regularly, but just cant cycle any faster.
On my way home, I cycle a really steep hill. I have plenty of gears on the bike, and can manage to cycle it. Sometimes, someone will walk up the hill faster than I can cycle it. Its comical and a bit embarrassing to see someone walk past me! Im physically fit and train regularly, but just cant cycle any faster.
So, at what gradient does it become faster to walk rather than cycle?
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Front Gear Stuck. Part II?
Posted by Richard on September 6th, 2009 | 4 Comments »
SouthDeco
Hi I have an 07 Orbea Onix and I am new to cycling. I was spinning on a trainer and I shifted from my front small chain wheel to the big chain wheel. Now I can’t shift back to the small chain wheel. What did I do wrong and how can I fix it?….I tried shifting to the gear behind the left break while pedaling and it won’t really move. Also tried shifting the left break gear and nothing.
…Yes, I shifted sidways in towards the bike and the gear won’t shift. Thanks for the speedy replies.
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Hi I have an 07 Orbea Onix and I am new to cycling. I was spinning on a trainer and I shifted from my front small chain wheel to the big chain wheel. Now I can’t shift back to the small chain wheel. What did I do wrong and how can I fix it?….I tried shifting to the gear behind the left break while pedaling and it won’t really move. Also tried shifting the left break gear and nothing.
…Yes, I shifted sidways in towards the bike and the gear won’t shift. Thanks for the speedy replies.
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What are the Washington State laws regarding motorized bicycles?
Posted by Richard on September 3rd, 2009 | 1 Comment »
Damon H
What are the Washington State laws regarding motorized bicycles? Is a driver’s or other license required? Where can they be operated?
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What are the Washington State laws regarding motorized bicycles? Is a driver’s or other license required? Where can they be operated?
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These are Some of the Key Features of Bike Shoes
Posted by Richard on September 3rd, 2009 | Comments Off
Muna wa Wanjiru
Bike Shoes are shoes designed especially for cycling. They come in a range of designs depending on the style and intensity of the cycling for which they are intended. The key features of Bike Shoes include the stiffness, for more-efficient shift of power from the cyclist to the pedals; load; a technique of attaching the shoe tightly to the pedal; and compliance for use on and off the bike. Bike Shoes are mostly adjustable and have straps which can be easily adjusted. These straps have replaced the laces.
Bike Shoes are of four types. These include shoes for touring, for road racing, spinning, and off-road or mountain biking. Shoes for street cycling have a particularly rigid, smooth and inflexible sole, bent to some extent, at the ball of the foot to let the power to be transferred and focused at that spot.
The quality of the Bike Shoes relies on the durability and rigidity of the sole, overall weight of the shoe, and breathability. Street shoes normally don’t have the treads or the protruding cleat, which is used for attaching to the clip less pedal which makes them unsuitable for walking. Touring shoes give up some stiffness for footing and these shoes also secures feet from recessed cleat, so that it enables the rider for comfortable walk and easy riding.
Mountain Bike Shoes have a lower-level fixing and rivets attached to the sole so that the riders can manage to ride on tricky landscape. Cleats of mountain-style Bike Shoes are generally smaller than the cleats of road-specific type. The recent development on spinning shoes, are a mixture of touring and road shoes, with a rigid sole and limited footing. Spinning shoes are made of a material which is thin and light. This feature ensures the shoes provide coolness, comfort and breathability.
Modern cycling Bike Shoes are designed in such a way that they work in pedal systems without clip. These systems directly attach the Bike Shoes to the pedal for maximal competence of power-transfer, by means of a cleat on the bottom of each shoe and a corresponding fitting on the pedal. Several manufacturers fabricate such systems; consequently, modern Bike Shoes usually have different threaded-hole designs to attach the cleats from different manufacturers.
Before the opening of the clip less pedal most of the Bike Shoes had tough plastic or leather based sole that has attached to either metal or a plastic shoe cleat. The toe clip along with cleat and strap maintains the rider’s feet firmness to the pedals. The hitch is that a rider had to get down and untie the toe strap by hand to get their foot out of the pedal, and for this cause toe clips have been made largely outdated by clip less pedals.
The second was to use Bike Shoes with a level sole or a non-cycling shoe. Previously there was a difficulty for riders to grip the pedals with these shoes. However the advantageous feature was that the rides were able to enjoy ride without having to untie the strap by hand.
Bike Shoes are shoes designed especially for cycling. They come in a range of designs depending on the style and intensity of the cycling for which they are intended. The key features of Bike Shoes include the stiffness, for more-efficient shift of power from the cyclist to the pedals; load; a technique of attaching the shoe tightly to the pedal; and compliance for use on and off the bike. Bike Shoes are mostly adjustable and have straps which can be easily adjusted. These straps have replaced the laces.
Bike Shoes are of four types. These include shoes for touring, for road racing, spinning, and off-road or mountain biking. Shoes for street cycling have a particularly rigid, smooth and inflexible sole, bent to some extent, at the ball of the foot to let the power to be transferred and focused at that spot.
The quality of the Bike Shoes relies on the durability and rigidity of the sole, overall weight of the shoe, and breathability. Street shoes normally don’t have the treads or the protruding cleat, which is used for attaching to the clip less pedal which makes them unsuitable for walking. Touring shoes give up some stiffness for footing and these shoes also secures feet from recessed cleat, so that it enables the rider for comfortable walk and easy riding.
Mountain Bike Shoes have a lower-level fixing and rivets attached to the sole so that the riders can manage to ride on tricky landscape. Cleats of mountain-style Bike Shoes are generally smaller than the cleats of road-specific type. The recent development on spinning shoes, are a mixture of touring and road shoes, with a rigid sole and limited footing. Spinning shoes are made of a material which is thin and light. This feature ensures the shoes provide coolness, comfort and breathability.
Modern cycling Bike Shoes are designed in such a way that they work in pedal systems without clip. These systems directly attach the Bike Shoes to the pedal for maximal competence of power-transfer, by means of a cleat on the bottom of each shoe and a corresponding fitting on the pedal. Several manufacturers fabricate such systems; consequently, modern Bike Shoes usually have different threaded-hole designs to attach the cleats from different manufacturers.
Before the opening of the clip less pedal most of the Bike Shoes had tough plastic or leather based sole that has attached to either metal or a plastic shoe cleat. The toe clip along with cleat and strap maintains the rider’s feet firmness to the pedals. The hitch is that a rider had to get down and untie the toe strap by hand to get their foot out of the pedal, and for this cause toe clips have been made largely outdated by clip less pedals.
The second was to use Bike Shoes with a level sole or a non-cycling shoe. Previously there was a difficulty for riders to grip the pedals with these shoes. However the advantageous feature was that the rides were able to enjoy ride without having to untie the strap by hand.
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A Look at the Basic Structure of the Bmx Bicycles
Posted by Richard on September 1st, 2009 | Comments Off
Muna wa Wanjiru
As the BMX is a sport in which the bicycle have to face lots of shocks and strains these bicycle have to be specially designed. As the BMX is divided into two types as the free style and racer both these types have their own special bicycles. As in the racing the bicycle has to bear slightly less harsh conditions, they are not as strong as the free style bicycles. On the other hand, the free style bicycles are very strong and heavier.
In the races, the bicycles are light in weight so that they racer is able to gain more speed. However, in this too the bicycle has to bear some amount strain as they are sufficiently stronger. They have knobby type of tires. However, as in this sport the rider may find the need of applying breaks abruptly they have very good and quick rear breaks.
On the other hand, the free style bicycles are heavier in weight, and thus they are stronger and also they bear sufficiently stronger loads.
The frames of the bicycles are made from the aluminum or some of its alloy. The advantage of using this metal is that the bicycles are light in weight having good strength and also they are rust proof. They have the necessary thickness as per the requirements.
The lightness of the bicycles also will affect its price. The more lighter the frame, the costlier the bicycle.
As the rider has to bear the different types of stresses during the riding the shape of these bicycle are properly planned. The maximum resistance is provided by the air and therefore for avoiding they have such a shape that the rider can sit in proper position for avoiding it.
The wheels i.e. the tires of these bicycles are about 20 inches in diameter. In this the cruiser types has broader tires of 25 inches. According to the type of the BMX racing these bicycles have different types of tires. Therefore it is important that you should consider the type before purchasing the bicycle.
The handlebars feature the upright bars, small saddle bars, and longer cranks. The breaks are present in the rear region of the handle. All these bars have good padding around them. This provides good comfort while riding these bicycles.
The breaks work on the vertical pulling mechanism, which provides a very good and immediate haut to the bicycle. In addition to this these breaks also provide you the flexibility to stop immediately or just to slower down the speed. For this you have to either manner pull them i.e. harder for immediate breaks and lightly for reducing the speed of the bicycle.
The seats for these bicycles are soft as the normal bicycles. However in addition to this, as in this sport there is a danger of the rider falling off the bicycle during the jumping, they have extra support for the rider.
The paddles the rollers the chains etc are all smoother than the normal bicycles. This is very important as it saves the energy and time during race.
As the BMX is a sport in which the bicycle have to face lots of shocks and strains these bicycle have to be specially designed. As the BMX is divided into two types as the free style and racer both these types have their own special bicycles. As in the racing the bicycle has to bear slightly less harsh conditions, they are not as strong as the free style bicycles. On the other hand, the free style bicycles are very strong and heavier.
In the races, the bicycles are light in weight so that they racer is able to gain more speed. However, in this too the bicycle has to bear some amount strain as they are sufficiently stronger. They have knobby type of tires. However, as in this sport the rider may find the need of applying breaks abruptly they have very good and quick rear breaks.
On the other hand, the free style bicycles are heavier in weight, and thus they are stronger and also they bear sufficiently stronger loads.
The frames of the bicycles are made from the aluminum or some of its alloy. The advantage of using this metal is that the bicycles are light in weight having good strength and also they are rust proof. They have the necessary thickness as per the requirements.
The lightness of the bicycles also will affect its price. The more lighter the frame, the costlier the bicycle.
As the rider has to bear the different types of stresses during the riding the shape of these bicycle are properly planned. The maximum resistance is provided by the air and therefore for avoiding they have such a shape that the rider can sit in proper position for avoiding it.
The wheels i.e. the tires of these bicycles are about 20 inches in diameter. In this the cruiser types has broader tires of 25 inches. According to the type of the BMX racing these bicycles have different types of tires. Therefore it is important that you should consider the type before purchasing the bicycle.
The handlebars feature the upright bars, small saddle bars, and longer cranks. The breaks are present in the rear region of the handle. All these bars have good padding around them. This provides good comfort while riding these bicycles.
The breaks work on the vertical pulling mechanism, which provides a very good and immediate haut to the bicycle. In addition to this these breaks also provide you the flexibility to stop immediately or just to slower down the speed. For this you have to either manner pull them i.e. harder for immediate breaks and lightly for reducing the speed of the bicycle.
The seats for these bicycles are soft as the normal bicycles. However in addition to this, as in this sport there is a danger of the rider falling off the bicycle during the jumping, they have extra support for the rider.
The paddles the rollers the chains etc are all smoother than the normal bicycles. This is very important as it saves the energy and time during race.
Filed under Cycling | Tags: Bmx Bicycles, Racing Bicycles