September 25, 2008
by kwikle
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Folding bikes are really handy. I can imagine the boredom and sedentary waiting around for the show to start would probably make me a bit crazy. A pair of running shoes would most likely be my refuge of choice because … Continue reading
September 9, 2008
by kwikle
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The Kal-Haven Trail Link up to Downtown Kalamazoo Runners and cyclists rejoice, a new low traffic route is available from downtown Kalamazoo. Right near Westnedge ave, the trailhead can be picked up and taken all the way to 10th avenue. … Continue reading
August 15, 2008
by kwikle
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Sick of looking like a cycling dork? Try one of these bad boys for girls out. Yakkay Brainwear for Smart People Helmets and helmet covers. I have a hard time getting my wife Laura to wear her bicycle helmet. She … Continue reading
August 4, 2008
by kwikle
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Look out for Handle Bar Palsy! I went out and did a 37 mile ride with Rob and Gene last week on my Bianchi San Jose Single Speed Cyclocross bike. I’ve turned it into a commuter rig with moustache handlebars. … Continue reading
May 15, 2008
by kwikle
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Photo courtesy of bikeportland.org Ironically I am incapable of biking to work today. The inguinal hernia repair is healing nicely though. I have of course biked to work many many days, through rain, sleet, snow. This day isn’t so much … Continue reading
April 16, 2008
by kwikle
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Cycle Commuting Comicstrip Yehuda Moon & the Kickstand Cyclery is a daily comic for cyclists everywhere. The comic is geared for the commuting audience. But is a little for everyone on two wheels. The comic is drawn by Rick Smith. … Continue reading
April 14, 2008
by kwikle
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I find myself becoming more and more irritable on my morning bike commute. Drivers who use cell-phones, that do not look where they are going are trying my patience. This morning I made a critical mistake. I think if I … Continue reading
April 18, 2007
by kwikle
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I think I may have single speed fever. I went through a lot of bike parts this year on Michigan roads with salt, ice, slush, flotsam and jetsam. I like the flexibility of a 10 speed cassette, but the maintenance … Continue reading
February 16, 2006
by kwikle
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We’ve officially become residents of Kalamazoo. We can immediately go out and buy the trendy black and white oval bumper sticker that says proudly, “zoo”. I’ve got two kid size t-shirts on order that say, “Yes there really is a … Continue reading