It’s time to level up your bike commute and get your phone mounted on your bike handlebars. New routes of many twists and turns will require less memorizing, less stopping to pull out directions, and more fun biking to your destination! If you’re going to bike to everything, it’s nice […]
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I love surfing. It’s such a simple sport, with the only requirements being a surfboard and maybe certain attire to make sure you stay warm enough in the water. But that surfboard…it’s big, bulky, and sometimes a big pain to transport to the surf break. Since I obviously also love […]
I love surfing, but I hate getting myself and my surfboard to the surf break. I just want to be in the water riding those waves already! I usually bike to everything, but when it comes to surfing I’m happy to drive and get stuck in traffic and miss parking […]
After living in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn for a while, I have some bike commuting observations, tips on routing, and other things to know when riding your bike around Brooklyn! Riding your bike is the FASTEST way to get around I’ve been riding my bike from Bushwick to most […]
The bicycle utopia of Burning Man returned to the desert this year. Despite the lack of rules in 2021, bicycles still ruled the road and biking at Burning Man was just as fun as usual. The entire playa was a huge Shared Space for people getting around in all sorts […]
If you’re in the market for a bicycle, you may be asking yourself “Should I buy a used or new bike?” The answer is often not clear. Let’s go through some tradeoffs so this decision can be easy! If you don’t know what kind of bike you want yet, checkout […]
This post is contributed by Martin Goldman who works at evo, an outdoor sports store. When not using the Burke Gilman Trail for commuting, you can find him cruising it on his Devinci Hatchet exploring the many restaurants & breweries along the path while on his way to a park. In some areas, […]
So you’ve decided to buy a bike for getting around town, but where do you start? New or used? Online or at your local bike shop? Which bike!? People are asking me these questions all the time, and every time it involves too many messages and complications. Strap in and […]
Welcome to another guest post highlighting bike commuters around the world. If you want to share your story, see the questions to get a head start and please reach out! Aldrin is a bike commuter in Manila, Philippines, riding his bike to work and errands around the area. He’s also a writer for […]
Let’s set the stage. You’re minding your own business biking straight in a bike lane and it looks like a car wants to turn right at the intersection ahead, directly across your path. Preferably they put their blinker on, but you can also tell from subtle clues like the front […]
Some of you may be considering the transition to winter biking but not sure where to start. If this is you, read on! This post is for anyone who bikes but hasn’t yet leveled up to winter biking…or a winter bike commuter looking for more tips! Winter is coming. Imagine […]
I believe in the bicycle as a tool to get you where you’re going. To make this a reality, your bicycle needs more than just 2 wheels and a seat. You need some way to easily carry more than just yourself! Backpacks and front racks/baskets can do the trick, but […]
Uber & Lyft tricked you. You may not realize it, but you’ve been duped. This issue is close to my heart, because when ridehail companies offer dirt cheap rides that don’t reflect the true cost, people choose cars over other forms of transit. Getting in a ridehail car is really […]
Welcome to the first guest post highlighting bike commuters around the world. If you want to share your story, see the questions to get a head start and please reach out! Ana is a bike commuter from Belgrade, Serbia and a member of an independent organization Ulice za bicikliste (Streets […]
Gear Recommendation: The Seatylock Mason U-lock is a Sold Secure gold lock that gives you a lot of lock and security at a good price point and weight. Buy it directly from Seatylock with free shipping. It also comes in a larger size than the one I reviewed. I’m a […]
It’s a beautiful day for a bike ride, but where should you ride? Maybe you’ve never explored past the few blocks of your neighborhood and you want to find that bike path nearby. Maybe you’ve already found some of those nearby bike paths, but want to explore farther. Maybe you’re […]
With the Coronavirus here to stay for some time, a face mask or face covering is becoming an essential item everyone needs to have with them. While you don’t need to wear a mask all the time while biking or exercising, it’s becoming something everyone should have nearby in case […]
Gear Recommendations for 2020 Keep your bike wheels safe with one of these locking devices! Throw out that annoying wheel cable. Pinhead is the easiest and very secure, but the others should do the trick. First off, you need to know what kind of axle your bicycle has… What Type […]
Around the world cities and countries are ordering residents to stay at home in response to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. In my city of San Francisco, we have a shelter-in-place until further notice. Under this order, all SF residents are required to stay at home except for essential needs, but […]
Sometimes it comes up in conversation that I occasionally wear headphones on a bicycle. Some people accept it as normal, other people seem surprised. Can you ride a bicycle with earphones and be safe doing it? I say if a driver inside a car can blast their stereo as loud […]
I despise taking my bike lights off my bicycle. I want to leave my lights attached to my bicycle and see them when I come back. Unfortunately, in a high theft place like San Francisco, you can’t do that. I’ve solved that problem with locking bike lights, so I CAN […]
The rainy season is coming, and I’ve pulled out all the rain gear to keep me dry on a rainy bike ride. A childlike happiness comes over me sometimes while biking in the rain. Who knew I’d enjoy this as much as a sunny day bike ride!? Of course, this […]
Biking in Paris can be a fun and rewarding way to see the city from a new perspective and search for the best French croissants & pastries. As you bike through each arrondissement and across each bridge more romantic than the last, you can feel the life of Paris. Paris […]
So you’ve heard about this free music festival in Golden Gate Park, and you wanna know how to bike to Hardly Strictly Bluegrass. With over half a million people attending over the 3 days, you know the buses will be crowded and the parking will be sparse. Thousands of people […]
Do you ever meet someone who wants to learn more about bike commuting? Do you want to share how and why you Bike to Everything? There’s now a video for that! A year ago, my friend Andrew Finch with Weekender Studios came to me with an idea: a promo video […]
As I was writing my 5 Reasons to Ride Your Bike to Outside Lands for 2019, I was consistently surprised with the lack of official information about sustainable transit to and from the festival. OSL has done great things for sustainability over the years, but they have left sustainable transit […]
So you’ve got your ticket to Outside Lands this year and you wanna know “How should I get to the Outside Lands Festival in 2019?” I’ll spare telling you all the horrors of the crowded buses and lack of parking, and instead go straight to the best and easiest option: […]
So you’ve got your ticket to Burning Man and you’re preparing to go to Black Rock City, one of the best cities in the world for bike commuting. The vehicle speed limit is 5 mph and there is no speed limit for human powered bicycles. Bikes rule the roads. Make […]
Ever had a car blocking the bike lane? Ever had to pass a slower bicyclist in front of you? What do you do when this happens? Switching lanes and avoiding obstacles on a bicycle are important skills to master for smooth and safe riding. Whether you’re on a bicycle, scooter, […]
Oh how I wish you never had to look behind you. It would be nice to enjoy just looking forward and forgetting about what’s behind you, but as in life and transportation, you have to look back sometimes to safely go forward. When I’m riding a bicycle in an urban […]
It’s May, and that means it’s bike month in America and San Francisco! The most exciting event being Bike to Work Day! In San Francisco, that day is May 9th! We have a lot to be thankful for with new bike lanes and other infrastructure breaking ground and being planned […]
Why Bike to Coachella? You’ve heard the horror stories about getting to Coachella. Hours of driving through traffic. The 30+ minute walk to get to the entrance of the festival from the Uber & taxi drop off area. Waiting for a ride at the end when everyone else is also […]
“I want to see better & safer bicycle infrastructure in San Francisco.” This is something I hear from experienced and new bike commuters all the time, so let’s dig in to 3 easy steps to make this happen. Before I begin, I want to start with a reminder that although […]
Love is in the air. You want to do something special with your partner, and you want to give them the joy of bike commuting. For people who don’t bike often, a nice ride on trails with beautiful sights is a great gateway to using a bicycle for everyday transportation! […]
“What are your thoughts on the new electric scooters?” I’ve been getting asked this question a lot lately with scooter share popping up in cities around the globe. The short answer is “I think they’re great!” Anything that gets more people out on micromobility transportation and into the bike lane […]
Here are 4 things that surprised me about bicycle infrastructure in Amsterdam and The Netherlands while exploring on my own and discussing bike infrastructure with locals. This is Part 3 and in a 3 part series of biking in Amsterdam and The Netherlands. In this post, I talk more about […]
Since almost everyone in The Netherlands rides their bike at some time, they understand what it feels like to be in the bike lane, and are therefore more respectful to the bicycles on the road. They know that it can be stressful to be passed closely, and they know that […]
There was a study done about how The Netherlands is one of the happiest countries in the world. I have a theory it’s because everyone here is so free. The easy bicycling, public transport, and surrounding systems making getting around so easy, you’re truly free to go wherever, whenever you […]
Some people have asked me what I do with regards to helmets when riding the bikeshare bikes or scooters. The short answer is this: I just ride the bike without a helmet. Would I prefer to wear a helmet? Yes. Is it going to stop me from riding a bike? […]
Don’t you hate that noise you hear when you pick up speed on your bicycle? Your ride was so pleasant until suddenly SSHSBOWWWIPSPSSHHSWIPSSBOW is going by your ears. Don’t you wish you could ride your bike without the wind noise? How can you get rid of the wind noise on […]