Category Archives: selecting a bike

You Glow!

Posted on June 30, 2011 by inspiredcyclist

Spokes that glow in the dark? These reflective spoke additions were super easy to push on (and will be just as easy to take off) the spokes on my bike.  The package was reasonably priced, about $5 if I recall … Continue reading →

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Felt, Tigers, and Leopard Fur, Oh My!

Posted on May 25, 2011 by inspiredcyclist

When a black and red bike with a leopard fur handle purred past me Saturday, I rode up to the rider for a better look.  She was gracious enough to tell me a little about her bike, and pose for … Continue reading →

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Trek FX 7.3

Posted on September 11, 2010 by inspiredcyclist

    Knowing I hope to take more bike vacations, I picked up my Trek FX 7.3 bike this week.  This appears to be a great versatile, hybrid bike that will allow me to take longer rides, and train for a … Continue reading →

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Sweet Adeline!

Posted on August 29, 2010 by inspiredcyclist

I had read about Adeline Adeline in the NY Times a while back  and knew I’d want to check it out this summer.  http://www.nytimes.com/2010/04/15/fashion/15bike.html , And then of course, on Let’sGoRideABike   http://letsgorideabike.com/blog/2010/08/pashley-pride-in-nyc/ I called a week ago for some specific information … Continue reading →

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Shopping for a new bike!

Posted on August 27, 2010 by inspiredcyclist

     I love my regular around town cruiser, which I use for trips of 10 miles or so.  However, I want to go on other bike tours and need to look for a hybrid or touring bike to go uphill, … Continue reading →

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