Tag Archives: bicycles

BACK it UP!

Posted on June 18, 2012 by

In an effort to make my cruiser more functional, I bought a sturdy Bontrager rack for my rear fender.  I decided on the Bontrager because I already have the same one on my Trek.  Therefore, I can use the utility … Continue reading →

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Bike Share Coming to Boardwalk and City by the Sea

Posted on June 10, 2012 by

The sign on the kiosk reads, “Coming Soon.”  What is coming soon? Four hundred, yes, 400 Decobikes to the City of Long Beach, NY!  What a great alternative to driving to do errands, and a ton more fun than walking! … Continue reading →

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Primary Cycle Style – It’s in the Bag!

Posted on May 20, 2012 by

      Already a fan of NY’s own Tahliah Lempert, of  http://www.bicyclepaintings.com/ I was  thrilled and delighted to discover (through my pal Jill) her bicycle paintings are being featured on roomy spring/summer tote bags at anthropologie. I’m very pleased with … Continue reading →

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Happy Valentine’s Day!

Posted on February 14, 2012 by

This jersey from Target certainly made me smile, hope it brighten’s your days as well!  Ooh La La indeed!

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October Ride

Posted on October 2, 2011 by

The blue  sky was  mixed with soft, billowy white clouds, and ominous grey ones, but I figured I would try to get a ride in on the path to Jones Beach.  I’m so glad I did.  Even with the wind … Continue reading →

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Fall Bike Jumble, Wheelin’ and Dealin’

Posted on September 25, 2011 by

Yesterday’s weather looked a bit iffy, with a grey sky and lots of humidity, but luckily it didn’t pour, and the Bike Jumble took place as scheduled.  This bicycle flea market is held at Washington Park in Brooklyn every spring … Continue reading →

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I Bike Polite – T.A.’s Bicycle Ambassador Badge

Posted on August 28, 2011 by

Transportation Alternatives is offering an assortment of “Bike Badges”.  I first learned of this through Julie’s (a cute bike commuter) blog,http://www.thejulieblog.com/search?updated-max=2011-07-11T00%3A06%3A00-04%3A00&max-results=5 I happily pledged my support for the three pillars of safe cycling:  I pledge my support for the three … Continue reading →

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Summer Streets, Had Me a Blast!

Posted on August 21, 2011 by

     Yesterday, August 20th was the final day  of NYC’s 2011Summer Streets, when Park Avenue was closed to motor vehicles from 73rd Street all the way downtown to the Brooklyn Bridge. Doing so provided an extraordinary opportunity to walk, … Continue reading →

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Summer Streets = NYC FUN! FUN! FUN!

Posted on August 14, 2011 by

 Savoring the sunshine at Saturday’s Summer Streets was an added joy to a spectacular day! The atmosphere was festive as cyclists rolled along from Park Avenue and 72nd all the way to the Brooklyn Bridge! Skaters and pedestrians joined the … Continue reading →

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Chicago, and all that jazz!

Posted on July 30, 2011 by

    Last week I was my first ever visit to Chicago.  I spent four glorious days there.  What a great city, lots to see and do.  We managed to get around almost everywhere by walking, outside of  taking a … Continue reading →

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