by benjamin on June 3, 2009
Pedro's Blowout Recycled Seat Bag
Bike gear manufacturer Pedro’s takes its environmental footprint seriously. Their philosophy is, “The best way to help the planet is to help people ride their bikes.” Plus, they strive for sustainable manufacturing techniques wherever possible – and they’ve combined these two principles with their recycled rubber Blowout seat bags.
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by benjamin on May 18, 2009
The Best Cruiser Style Bicycles
“Cruisers”, the sturdy, balloon-tired bicycles that were a common sight on American streets through the 1950s, have seen a serious spike in popularity lately. And their throwback style is attracting commuters and other riders for some very good reasons: cruisers are comfortable to ride, thanks to an upright pedaling position; they’re relatively inexpensive compared to sport-specific models like mountain bikes; their frames and components are typically very durable; and they’re mechanically simple, which means minimal maintenance. A cruiser can be a great option for biking around town, and these are 7 of the top models on the market.
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