This article was inspired by a r/BikeCommuting conversation I had a while back. It’s a short list-style article outlining some of the top benefits for cyclists and society at large from having more people choose bikes when they need to move. Biking is good for local businesses. When people ride their bikes, they’re more likely… Continue reading There are so many benefits to more people cycling
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A Skosh Better’s Most Read Articles of 2018
Hi All, if you’re reading this, thank you for visiting askoshbetter.com. 🤗 This article is a countdown of the most read articles of the last year according to Google Analytics*. In late 2017 I launched “oakfive” on blogspot (this website is now called a skosh better. In March 2018 I made the switch to WordPress.com… Continue reading A Skosh Better’s Most Read Articles of 2018
The Downsides of Sweaters
Do you like my sweater?#SweaterWeather #thriftstore https://t.co/KBswEAhCeS pic.twitter.com/w1HpAUiaT6 — Nathan Corliss ✌️🧢 (@oakfive) September 18, 2018 The Downsides of (wool) Sweaters They stretch They pile They’re difficult to wash They have questionable environmental consequences (e.g. desertification in China) Moths sometimes eat them The Upsides of (wool) Sweaters Profound warmth They continue to insulate when wet… Continue reading The Downsides of Sweaters
DIY Rear Rack Mounted Bike Fender for Less Than $5
I recently upgraded my bike’s rear rack to a Axiom Streamliner Road DLX rack. The rack is sweet, and a nice upgrade, but due to it’s low profile design, my fender didn’t fit under it. Rather than go out and buy a new fender, I decided to see if I could jury-rig a fender using… Continue reading DIY Rear Rack Mounted Bike Fender for Less Than $5
7 Things I Learned When I Started Bicycle Commuting in Portland
7 things I learned both good and bad when I started riding my bike to work in Portland.