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  • The Math of Bikes in Motion

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    Fascinating read in Nature Magazine published July 2016

  • The Other Trans-Am: TAT

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    From Outside online, info here about Bikepacking, in the article these folks started in 2015 to be the first to Bikepack the Trans-America Trail—the cob-rough, dirt-and-gravel path across the U.S. adored by off-road motorcyclists. Bikepacking, in which the bike serves as both steed and pack mule along dirt single- and doubletrack—is one of the hottest…

  • PodRide

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    I am intrigued by the idea of dealing with the weather on an electric bicycle and this one does pretty well with that.  Neat that it may well come in a kit form! Published on Apr 2, 2016 Demo of my bicycle car PodRide with speaker textHelp to support my projects on Indegohttps://igg.me/at/podride/x/13298299

  • Innovative Loopwheel has integrated suspension for a smoother ride

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    Disclaimer: I own a Dahon and found it because of that via Treehugger © Loopwheels Bike riders will know that riding on bumpy roads with potholes or going up a curb will cause some discomfort — ditto for wheelchair owners and folding bike afficionados. But that may change with Loopwheels, an innovative, shock-absorbing wheel that…

  • Is a Cargo Bike In My Future

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    I was reading the following article earlier today and wondered if just like families I might find a cargo bike in my future.  Head over to read the article on the NYTimes, see some of it below. Dave Hoverman and his wife, Abby Smith, in Berkeley, Calif., with their cargo bike, which can hold all…

  • Prepare Your Motorcycle For Winter

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    Hey, it is a bike too. Winter is coming, and preparation is particularly important when it comes to making sure your motorcycle is ready for the coming cold. Before you put your pride and joy away until warmer days, there are some initial measures you should take to ensure you don’t face nasty surprises when…

  • This sleek electric bike is wonderful and could be real, if you vote for it

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    A clever concept with smart lights and a built-in lock Originally posted on the Verge.  VOTE FOR IT A team of designers in Seattle are building a bike that could be your new best option for navigating busy city streets. Called the Denny, the bike concept includes a number of clever features that make it…