“the modern san fransiscan”

apparently, san francisco is all WOman! i wonder what “the modern new yorker” looks like?

via I am in like with my bike

a documentary of A.N.T.

“we try to balance function and style” – antbikemike

i’m soooo looking forward to this documentary on American Urban cycling.

Two Wheels + Two Seats + IBM = Nurd Bike Love

NYTimes.com Spokes blog has a nice little write up on two wheel love. Don’t forget the cammio by the IBM 7094. Two Wheels + Two Seats = Love

the waltz of the bikes

just a reminder that there is a thing called summer. (via Change Your Live. Ride a bike!)

now that’s a bag!

Stocking stuffer tip – T.A.’s giftshop

still don’t know what to get for your fav #BikeNYC’r? stop by Transporsation Alternative’s gift-shop and give something that keeps on giving… Membership or memorabilia!

Stocking stuffer tip – Bright Bike v2.0

are you looking for an inexpensive stocking stuffer for your fav #BikeNYC’r? well, don’t look to further than michael mandiberg‘s bright bike kit. in a matter of 15 mins, you can light up the night and make everyone’s sprits bright!

how she rides in this weather

Being a firm believer in making bike riding a regular and normal part of one’s life I wear my normal clothes but add some extra layers to the ensemble. Today’s forecast is clear and cold! Sunny with wind at 22 mph gusting to 31. The ensemble today will be quite ordinary. The addition of a base layer is the critical difference. – from why she rides, a new #BikeNYC’r

photo from Chicago’s Let’s go ride a bike

holding fast to toe clips?

i’m no speed demon. the extent of my exuberance extends from the top of the bridge to the bottom. other than that, i’m in the slow lane looking at the city. as an avid supporter of nyc based products, i’m quite excited to see that Hold Fast is a Brooklyn foot strap manufacture. while they cater to “freestyle” cyclist, i’m wondering if these suckers will hold up to my dress shoes and flip flops…

ole days of copenhagen

beer goggles = mighty fine rack

via amsterdamize

calling all sweet & tender hooligans wearing pompadours w/ smith shirts.

Wear: 1. pompadour 2. glasses 3. Smiths t shirt (sharpie version ok) 4. anorak 5. pins/badges

Bring: 1. yr bike 2. Smiths mix tape 3. boombox 4. money for a pint 5. a Smiths song you know the words to

Fans of all levels are welcome to attend. Best pompadour, best Moz costume, and winning trivia team gets a prize.

Still don’t get it? Watch.

ps – newamsterdamize has nothing to do with this ride, but it sure does look sweet! thanks @bikewobble

in winter you can never have too many hats

i’ll take all three of these – the pegasus from chari & co nyc.

“…olsen gets around on her bicycle — or by kayak.”

“In Hamilton, Mass., where the couple owned a 3,600-square-foot house, they had to drive to everything. In Rocky Neck, Ms. Olsen gets around on her bicycle — or by kayak.” – From the Fast Lane to the Bike Lane – Photo: Jodi Hilton for The New York Times

Rickshaw Sukkah, why not?

shabbat shalom, welcome to NYC’s one and only rickshaw sukkah.