2 charged with stealing bicycles in Atlantic Beach Aug 20, 2008
- A Schwinn beach cruiser bicycle worth $125 was stolen after it was left unlocked between 12:20 and 12:30 p.m. Sunday at the Winn-Dixie grocery store, 1209 Atlantic Blvd. ... - A Mango beach cruiser bicycle worth $200 was stolen after it was left unlocked in a driveway between midnight and 7 a.m. Aug. 13 in the 1100 block of Hamlet Lane East. (Florida Times-Union)
Bargain Beach Vacations in Orange C... Aug 16, 2008
To offset those extra calories, rent a beach cruiser and bicycle for miles along the paved beachside bicycle paths. Catalina Island. (Suite101.com)
New killing echoes old refrain Aug 8, 2008
A man on a green Beach Cruiser bike gunned down the 21-year-old convicted drug dealer Thursday just off Moncrief Road near 12th Street. Perry, an expectant father, lay only yards from where his grieving mother and others gathered to hug and cry. (Florida Times-Union)
Triathlon something for all Jul 30, 2008
With Brown's track and cross county running prowess -- including a 17:13 5K -- added to the water skills that will allow him to join the Merritt Island High swim team this fall, the 16-year-old rising sophomore built his competitive cycling strength this summer with daily rides to the gym on a heavy beach cruiser. "When I got on the good bike to race, I felt really fast," said Brown, who has dropped more than 10 minutes off his first finish time and hopes to race faster and further. (Florida Today)
Police track down, arrest sex offender Jul 1, 2008
An officer saw the man swaying and clutching at his pants as he walked his beach cruiser down the road. When the officer stopped the man, the man let go of his pants and they fell down again. (Florida Times-Union)
Man drowns while wading at Huguenot Jun 21, 2008
- A woman's unlocked Sandollar beach cruiser bicycle was stolen from the driveway of a home about 5:15 p.m. Tuesday in the 1700 block of First Street. PONTE VEDRA BEACH. (Florida Times-Union)
Economics 101: Fewer can afford far-away colleges Jun 19, 2008
"She actually is receiving a beach cruiser (bicycle) for her birthday.". Type Size. (AZCentral -- News)
Florida's secret beaches Jun 12, 2008
The historical houses, art studios and unique eateries sandwiched in the sandy lanes are best explored barefoot atop a beach cruiser ... Beach cruisers are the preferred way to roll on the neighborhood streets of Atlantic Beach. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Homelessness and injustice in the Nation's Oldest City May 18, 2008
"Where to," I asked, trying to keep up on the beach cruiser I had brought for the week. "I'm in the mood for chicken. Let's go to KFC," Shamus said with a grin creeping its way onto his face. (The St. Augustine Record)
Early Morning 7-11 Robbery May 18, 2008
The suspect is in his late 20's to mid 30's, approximately 6 foot tall, 200 lbs, and was seen riding away from the 7-11 on a 10-speed Beach Cruiser bicycle. Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.. (WTKR.com, VA)
Video: Buzztime to Demonstrate New Customizable Game Screens at National Restaurant Association Trade Show May 17, 2008
Attendees of the NRA tradeshow in Chicago can view demonstrations of this free addition to Buzztime games (booth #431), and enter Buzztime's twice-daily trivia competitions for the chance to win an iPod Touch or a beach cruiser. About NTN Buzztime, Inc.. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Fire temporarily closes Wakey Wakey Eggs & Bakey May 12, 2008
- Two beach cruiser bicycles were reported stolen about 2:30 p.m. Sunday along Selva Marina Drive while the owners were fishing in a nearby pond. The next night, a three-speed bicycle that had been locked to a rail in the 100 block of West 13th Street was stolen. (Florida Times-Union)
Cycling For Food: Engineers Work On Pedal-powered Grain Crusher Mar 22, 2008
21, 2008) Heather Klein crisscrosses the campus of Glassboro, N.J.'s Rowan University, from the College of Engineering to the townhouses, the dining hall to the Rec Center, on a blue Huffy 26-inch beach cruiser bicycle. See also. (Science Daily)
What are you going to do with the extra hours of sunlight? Mar 15, 2008
Wayne JordanLodiStudentPut on my True Religion (jeans) and ride my beach cruiser. Art BrodyLodiRetiredIm gonna go to a show. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Man stabbed in chest in confrontation at house Feb 9, 2008
- A Mango beach cruiser bicycle worth $100 was stolen as it was left unlocked Feb. 2 at Selva Marina Country Club, 1600 Selva Marina Drive. JACKSONVILLE BEACH. (Florida Times-Union)
Phenoms Mayo, Love to face off for first time Jan 19, 2008
Before peddling off on a beach cruiser after practice, Mayo sounded like a drone on the topic of him and Love, who dont play the same position. Mayo is a guard and Love is a center. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Wheels for swingers Dec 13, 2007
Beers is one of the founders of Americas Bike Co., a San Diego start-up that has reinterpreted the short-lived, banana seat, chopper handlebar swing bike of the late 1970s as a modern beach cruiser. "It spices up the boardwalk and makes a regular bike seem boring. It really attracts a crowd," Beers said. (Los Angeles Times)
POLICE BRIEFS: Police arrest 6 Barracudas players Nov 21, 2007
- A Sandollar beach cruiser bicycle worth $130 was stolen as it was locked in a bike rack between Nov. 12 and Thursday outside Sliders restaurant, 218 First St., police said. PONTE VEDRA BEACH. (Florida Times-Union)
Old School Dating Nov 8, 2007
I m from the West Coast, so I used to ride my blue Beach Cruiser up to the store to get mom s cigarette s and a pack of Fun Dip for me that I used to pour into my hand, regardless of whether or not my hands were clean, and licked every bit of it LOL.. I also used to eat Pop Rocks, Chico Sticks, and of course, Mexican candy. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Toyota retunes Corolla as techier and edgier Nov 1, 2007
A "beach cruiser" concept of the five-door hatchback that Hyundai plans to introduce into the USA next year appeared here. Hyundai turned the model over to Concept K-Daddyz Kustomz in Bakersfield, Calif. (USA Today -- Autos)
Public pushes to keep 2 lanes Oct 31, 2007
A substantial majority of the 50 residents at a public workshop Tuesday night on the future of the roadway indicated that they want a two-lane street with paths where they can safely ride their beach cruiser bikes or take a stroll without trucks or buses speeding by on their way to the port. "I think it should be a residential street," resident Alice Filteau said. (Florida Today)
Robber threatens to start shooting; gets bank's cash Oct 22, 2007
- A beach cruiser bicycle worth about $100 was stolen between 7:45 and 8:30 a.m. Tuesday as it was sitting in an open garage at a home in the 400 block of Helmsman Lane, police said. JACKSONVILLE BEACH. (Florida Times-Union)
WAVELENGTHS: Life lessons, mistakes and being 60 in Neptune Beach - an essay Oct 11, 2007
A beach cruiser rider bought my recommended handlebar tape and crudely wrapped her handle bar. I have spoken to four civic groups. (Florida Times-Union)
Outdoors: Trails are fat-tire paradise Oct 4, 2007
I set out at Santos at 4:40 p.m. one day last week on my wife's beach cruiser ... I told him I might want to follow him for a few minutes, but by the time I had the beach cruiser bumping along the trail, Borowski was zooming through the trees 50 yards ahead. (The Palm Beach Post)
Woman says she was attacked, threatened by a man with a knife Sep 24, 2007
Whoever stole the bike left an older girl's beach cruiser bicycle in its place. - About $1,000 in construction tools were stolen from a trailer belonging to MCM Construction Monday in the 1200 block of Atlantic Boulevard. (Florida Times-Union)
Upscale inn to open downtown Sep 23, 2007
- Beach cruiser bicycles for sightseeing. - An upscale continental breakfast and a wine and hors d'oeuvres meet-and-greet from 5 to 7 p.m.. (Pensacola News Journal)
Mayo blends in at USC Aug 27, 2007
Mayo's mode of transportation in the land of Bentleys and BMWs is a black beach cruiser, which he can still pedal somewhat anonymously through campus. Outside the Galen Center last week, two Trojans volleyball players spotted arguably the most heralded basketball recruit in school history and didn't know who he was. (Los Angeles Times)
The Next Page / Pittsburgh: An Expert's Guide Aug 26, 2007
Borrow a free beach cruiser. Organized by Friends of the Riverfront, the corporate-sponsored Dasani Blue Bikes Program offers the use of an absolutely free bike -- a sky-blue beach cruiser -- for anyone wishing to explore the length of the city's Three Rivers Heritage Trail. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Man in truck robbed at knife-point Aug 22, 2007
- A Searay beach cruiser bicycle that was left unlocked was stolen as it was parked about 2:30 p.m. Saturday outside the K-Mart, 500 Atlantic Blvd.. PONTE VEDRA BEACH. (Florida Times-Union)
Lohan celebrates 21st b-day Jul 5, 2007
Lindsay, who spent the afternoon playing beach ball with her siblings, received a series of presents, including blue Louis Vuitton shoes, a skull necklace and a beach cruiser bike. The flame-haired actress kept paparazzi waiting outside happy by sending them five cheese and pepperoni pizzas. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
You don't have to be Irish to enjoy Shamrock Pub May 31, 2007
After locking my beach cruiser to the chain-link fence in the back, I entered the narrow and quiet tavern. About a dozen folks were in the bar, which had images of emerald three-clovered plants everywhere. (Herald-Tribune)
Students spread awareness of environment May 11, 2007
To promote environmental stewardship, students who carpooled or rode bikes to school had an opportunity to enter a drawing to win a stylish, nonpolluting beach cruiser bike. Green ribbon bracelets were distributed to encourage Bullard students to participate in the lunch activities regarding the environment. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Diel or no Diel?Nearly wooed away, Chargers' Dielman decided there's no place like home Mar 26, 2007
Riding his beach cruiser bicycle to the bank. The $5 cab ride to the bars. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Spring brea000005A8k ideas Mar 2, 2007
Get a free Beach Cruiser bike rental when booking a stay with Villa-Sinclair, a six-suite hotel in Hollywood Beach, Fla. near Fort Lauderdale, and mentioning The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Exercise program to include mental health Jan 1, 2007
The grand prizes will be beach cruiser bicycles. The program will begin January 16 and continue until March 6. (US Santa Cruz Currents, CA)
Morro Bay is a great weekend getaway Dec 6, 2006
The hotel had bicycles available for guests to use, and I tried one out, but it was a beach cruiser, one gear and only foot brakes. I was not very comfortable with the bike and decided to pass on the opportunity. (Los Angeles Daily News)
Thousands turn out for Encinitas Poinsettia Festival Nov 20, 2006
They ambled along the seemingly endless path of vendors in every way imaginable for a quintessential beach community ---- walking, jogging, skateboarding or riding a beach cruiser. Neighbors and friends who ran into one another stopped briefly to say hello or present their newborn children for the first time. (North County Times)
Follow your passion| Nov 1, 2006
Get a BMX. Get a beach cruiser. My abilities as a marketer and a branding and design creator keep me inspired. (iAfrica.com)
Too much commercialization of breast cancer? Oct 8, 2006
"You see a pink-ribboned beach cruiser going down the boardwalk and you think, 'There's somebody who cares about breast cancer and finding the cure.'". Wolter says the Komen Foundation is careful about setting up financial relationships with corporate sponsors. (Monterey County Herald)
Full Story » Sep 6, 2006
And if that weren't enough, students may also be tempted to make a pit stop to multiple booths for a chance at winning one of two fully accessorized beach cruiser bicycles. In addition, students who take part in a scavenger hunt to familiarize themselves with the organizations are eligible to win an assortment of certificates donated by local businesses. (Boulder Colorado Daily, CO)
PUBLIC SAFETY: Mayport traffic stop turns into drug bust Aug 10, 2006
A 26-inch Huffy beach cruiser bicycle was stolen from the front yard of a home in the 500 block of Aquatic Drive. A man said he saw someone take the bike from the front porch and ride off about 12:45 p.m. Thursday. (Florida Times-Union)
BEACHES VOICES: Building a wheel for your bike isn't an easy thing to do Jul 28, 2006
For the beach cruiser cyclist and casual rider, if the wheel on the bike goes round and round, you are satisfied. You are often a bit angry if that wheel hits a curb and goes out of "true." When you are told that it cannot be "trued," made round again, you discover that a new wheel starts at $25 and runs to about $50. (Florida Times-Union)
POLICE BRIEFS: Man walking on 12th Avenue South robbed by man in car Jul 21, 2006
The 24-inch girls beach cruiser and the 24-inch Specialized Expedition 18-speed bikes were hanging on bike racks in a garage that was left open overnight. Three woman sunbathing on the beach near the South Street beach access saw a man exposing his sexual organs to them near the dune line about 2:30 p.m. Friday. (Florida Times-Union)
POLICE BRIEFS: Toddler and infant left home alone Jul 5, 2006
Police said the beach cruiser bikes were chained and locked in a carport of the home when they were stolen. A 1995 Chevrolet Astro van worth about $2,000 was stolen Saturday night or Sunday morning from a home in the 1800 block of Arden Way. (Florida Times-Union)
POLICE BRIEFS: Pair enters home, steals 3 pit bull pups Jun 21, 2006
A Sand Dollar beach cruiser bicycle that was parked in the garage of a home in the 1700 block of Strand Street was stolen Friday between 3 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.. A Sand Dollar beach cruiser bicycle chained to a fence Thursday was stolen sometime between 4:50 p.m. and 5:10 p.m. at Fletcher High School, 700 Seagate Ave.. (Florida Times-Union)
Woody Designated Official Car of Huntington Beach, California Jun 13, 2006
In addition, the bureau has signed a deal with Felt Bicycles to offer the first official Surf City USA Beach Cruiser bicycle which will feature a Huntington Beach-inspired sea blue and wood panel graphic scheme, similar to that found on the woody cars. The bicycle will be offered in more than 30 countries including the U.S., starting this summer. (Primezone Releases)
Six superb options for the discriminating cyclist May 18, 2006
Forget the beach cruiser. When you want to make a statement on the Monon this is the bike to be seen on. (The Indianapolis Star)
Bracing for racing May 18, 2006
Give me some big, fat whitewall balloon tires on a beach cruiser or some gnarly tread on a mountain bike, and I'm game. But bend me over a track bike, strap my feet in so I can't stop myself if I start to fall over and plop this bootylicious body on a bike with 1-inch tires, and don't be surprised if I'm not jumping for joy. (The Indianapolis Star -- Entertainment)
His Only Home Is Staples May 12, 2006
Atop a blue-and-white, one-speed Trek Classic beach cruiser, a wire basket in front crammed with Clipper gear, he navigates traffic-clogged Mid-City streets as he makes his way downtown during rush hour, then retraces his tire tracks back to the marina late at night. Round trip, depending on where he starts: 28 to 36 miles. (Los Angeles Times)
A mind that matters May 5, 2006
She was on her beach cruiser (bicycle) and she rode it all the way to Sacramento, Guier said. She s very spontaneous. (Davis Enterprise, CA)
