Can Ikea’s “Sladda” bike bridge the bike-shop-or-big-box gap?
Useful, attractive, and widely available.
Products
Survive winter riding with these 30 pearls of wisdom
The straight dope on surviving and thriving on big adventure rides during winter.
Product review: The Knog Oi bike bell
It’s a stylish bell that I’ll add to all my bikes.
Product review: The Islabikes Beinn 20 children’s bike
A solid bike for kids from a solid company.
Local company wants to make bike security a cinch
It’s not a heavy u-lock, and that’s the point.
Local company makes tote bag for front basket of Biketown bikes
It’s the “Townie Tote” and it’s the perfect complement to your bike share lifestyle.
Book review: ‘Streetfight’ by Janette Sadik-Khan
Sadik-Khan has given street fighters the weapons to transform our streets: data and success stories.
Product Review: Aquilo full-fingered gloves from Planet Bike
A no-nonsense glove that gets the job done at a fair price.
Product Review: A warm winter cap from Bella Capo
A no-nonsense winter cap that works well on and off the bike.
Portland’s former urban bike farmer releases new book
The author laid roots in a changing city.
Gimmick or godsend? My review of the NiteRider Sentinel with “Laser Lanes”
A rear light that promises a bright bike lane wherever you go.
Product review: Turn Siri into your mechanic with the OTTO Tuning System
Adjust your own derailleur with help from Siri.