Bicycles have been around for thousands of years, and the number of them is growing fast.They are also more affordable than traditional cars.But the benefits they offer can be surprisingly powerful.Bicyclists are used for everything from running errands to commuting, and their value has skyrocketed in recent years.We spoke to bicycle experts and experts from…
Month: August 2021
How to steal a bike in 5 easy steps
If you’ve ever taken a ride on a bike that was stolen from the driveway of your house or apartment building, chances are it’s been stolen at least once before.This article will teach you the 5 steps to steal one of these popular bikes, and how to do it safely. 1.Make sure your bike is secure…
Why I bought a bicycle dog-carrier for my pet
I recently purchased a bicycle-sized dog carrier for my dog, and I thought I’d share what I thought of it.I love my dog and have been saving up to buy one for him.But he’s so small, and he has a huge appetite for food, so I had to get something that would fit him comfortably.My…
The next big thing in cycling? Bike-sharing platform promises a “bicycle paradise”
By Lauren Beyer and James RansomPublished June 20, 2017 11:57:54If you’ve ever ridden a bike on the streets of Copenhagen, you’ll recognize a lot of the same bikes.The city’s first bike-share program, launched in the spring of 2016, has been popular with visitors and residents alike.Since then, a number of cities around the world have…
How to ride a bicycle: a guide
Bicyclists have been riding in India for centuries, but only a few years ago were there nearly 50,000 bikes registered in the country.But now, with the new bike census, we know a lot more about the riders who use them.Bicycling is not just a sport of a few thousand riders, it is a global phenomenon,…
How to ride dirt bike without helmets
Riding dirt bike dirt bike riding dirt bike in the mountains.Here’s what you need to know about riding dirt bikes.1.Riding dirt bikes is a lot like riding a bike.If you’re riding a dirt bike, you’re also riding dirt.Riding a dirt bicycle means riding the bike in a steady and controlled manner.Dirt bikes are dirt bikes,…
Washington Post
| The Washington Examiner | The Associated Press article Bicycling advocates want more bike lanes on Washington’s National Mall.But critics say bike lanes aren’t enough.| AP Photo Bicycle advocates want bike lanes more than bike lanes, but critics say bikes aren’t nearly as good as cars.
Why bike accidents are getting worse
In the United States, the rate of bicycle accidents has declined over the last three decades, but that trend is being reversed in Europe.In Europe, bicycle accidents have risen by 20% in the past 15 years, according to a study released this week.The study is based on data from the European Union’s Breda study of…
How to bike safely in the Irish countryside
Bike safety tips for those looking for a good time on the bike in the countryside.This week, RTE has brought you the top five best bike safety tips from the countryside to encourage you to cycle safely.RTE’s cycling editor Michael Walsh, who was recently featured on Cycle Ireland’s website, explains why he believes cycling is…
Bike shops in China’s bike capital: What’s the catch?
In a country where nearly 90% of the population lives on less than $1.25 a day, it can be difficult to make ends meet on a bicycle.For a bike shop in Shenzhen, though, there’s a catch: bicycles can only be sold at a price higher than what the owner pays in cash for them.Bike shop…