Tag: bike tips

There are so many benefits to more people cycling

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

The Hurdles of Getting Into Biking and How to Get Over Them

Looking back on how great biking to work in Portland has been, a fleeting thought often crosses my mind, “why didn’t I start sooner?” In reflecting on this question, I’ve determined there were a number of things that held me back from riding. The things that stopped me however, have quite easy fixes. The reasons… Continue reading The Hurdles of Getting Into Biking and How to Get Over Them

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