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[26 Jan 2010 | No Comment | ]
How to Pack Your Bike On a Plane.

How do you get your bike from one side of the country to another other than riding it or strapping it to the back of your car…well you can pack it up and put it on a plane.  The charges for checking a bicycle at the airport can vary, but most airlines will charge an additional $50 fee for transporting it.  One other alternative to taking your bike with you on the flight is to simply ship it to your destination.  It will probably be a bit more expensive, but …

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[16 Jan 2010 | No Comment | ]
Doctor Assaults Bikers with Vehicle

A Doctor was recently tried and convicted of assault on two fixed gear cyclists about a week ago in Los Angeles.  The Doctor who was driving along the same road with the cyclists, claimed that they were cursing at him and flipping him off…and there were no bike lanes in this particular situation.  So the car slams on brakes, causing one of  the cyclists to go through the rear window and doing a pretty good amount of damage to his face.  The Doctor was sentenced to 5 years in prison…he …

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[16 Dec 2009 | No Comment | ]
Coolrain Fixed Gear Figures.

Well, I’ve never seen anything like this before. Korean toy maker and customizer Coolrain has created these new action figures for the Korean retailer Kasina. These are action figures that are based on the current fixed gear/streetwear/skate trend. This might be taking it a bit too far…actually, yes this is definitely taking it too far. It is kind of ridiculous, but I’m sure some people will definitely be into it. This just might be the next big collectible. Check it out.
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[12 Dec 2009 | No Comment | ]
Are Fixed Gear Track Bikes Dangerous?

One of the most criticized aspects of fixed gear riding is that it is a major road hazard and danger for other bikers, cars and pedestrians…this is mostly due to the fact that many riders choose to ride without formal bicycle hand brakes or coaster brakes.  This is also one of the biggest misconceptions about the style of riding.  Many people tend to assume that because there are no official brakes on the bike, that it is automatically less controlled and a road hazard to the rider and other people …

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[1 Dec 2009 | One Comment | ]
How to Stop on a Fixed Gear Bike.

There are a couple of different methods when it comes to stopping on a fixed gear track bike.  The easiest, but probably not the most common way to stop on a fixed gear bike is simply by using a brake.  Most people you see on fixed gear bikes tend to ride without brakes, and they stop in a different way…but for someone who is just starting out, the best way to stop is with the assistance of a brake.  When using brakes to stop, the most efficient brake to use …

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[27 Nov 2009 | No Comment | ]
What is a Fixed Gear/Track Bike?

If you aren’t familiar with cycling, then you may be asking yourself this very question…what exactly is a fixed gear or track bike?  Well, that is exactly why I have created the page entitled, ‘What is a Fixed Gear?”  Here you will find out everything you need to know about fixed gear track bikes…a good little introduction to this amazing sport/hobby/way of life.  You will also find some excellent deals on some great fixed gear bikes for sale that are offered through current eBay auctions.