Cycling

I’m a cycling nut (or nutcase, depending on who you ask). The majority of this blog content is cycling focused, whether it’s an experience, a trip, an issue, a gear review or something else somewhat related.

May 272011

I noticed a bike draped in rain gear at the racks today – typical commuter clothing these days…

rain gear

May 192011

Calgary artist Luke Lukasewich has a couple of great bike sculptures on display and for sale. The bikes are made from recycled BMX parts and a brass bed frame.

You can check them out at the AXIS Contemporary Art gallery.

Brass recumbent

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Mar 022011

Being highly visible when riding is one way to help make sure you don’t get hit by a driver.

There’s “Oh, a cyclist” visible and then there’s “visible to the point of making sure everyone who sees you feels kinda sick” visible…

Feb 112011

What do you get when you cross a unicycle and a single-speed?

Feb 032011

This is my first winter season using my new commuter bike that has an internal geared hub.

The Shimano Alfine 8 speed hub is doing a fantastic job — goodbye frozen/clogged up derailleurs!

Sep 232010

2010 Bike Shorts Film Festival
Bike Calgary is back again for their third year hosting the Bike Shorts Film Festival.

Date: Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Place: Downtown Library Theatre
Time: 7 – 9:15 PM

Tickets are $10.00 in advance (purchase online at www.bikecalgary.org) or at the door for $12.50.