Cyclists' view 'blocked' Aug 10, 2008
The contentious section is part of the Footscray Road Bike Path, used by about 260 people an hour during peak times. It was reopened two weeks ago after being raised as part of the construction of an adjacent bridge. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Secrets under the hood Aug 9, 2008
6 million on the Epping Road bike path even though only 25 cyclists used it daily. Instead of wasting $300,000 a cyclist, the Government should widen the road to make more room for cars and trucks, it said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Bike shop banks on unique inventory, good service Aug 8, 2008
The company now sells from a range of a $130 children's bike to an $8,500 road bike. The store also sells adult tricycles for those with limited mobility. (AZCentral -- Business)
Still caring in hard times: Danvers helps make annual charity bike-a-thon succeed once again Aug 8, 2008
I was on a mountain bike, but I m going to get a lighter road bike next year, when I signup for it again. Altogether, Matt was able to raise $3,000 for the foundation; $1,200 of which was collected online. (Danvers Herald, MA)
Bike unit a smooth ride for Dorel Aug 8, 2008
At Guru Manufacturing Inc., a custom road bike manufacturer in Laval, Que. marketing director Roberto Rossi said that sales are up 35 per cent from last year. (Globe and Mail)
Looking wheel good Aug 7, 2008
Bike model: Functional and unobtrusive: a single-speed Trek road bike with metal fenders and lots of lights. How long have you been riding around Boston. (Boston Globe)
City uses bikes to cut fuel costs Jul 29, 2008
the city should really consider looking into a road bike trail throughout the city. Go to www. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
Alaska cyclist spreads word about early cancer detection Jul 28, 2008
John Hall has seen the green countryside of Mississippi, the mountainous Arcadia National Park in Maine and the bright blue Clark Fork River in Idaho -- all from his silver titanium road bike. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
2 wheels, countless choices Jul 27, 2008
Did I want a road bike, mountain bike, or hybrid ... For many, the debate is between a road bike and a hybrid or mountain bike - and it often comes down to handlebars ... A hybrid's longer wheelbase (the distance between the centers of the front and rear wheels), compared with a road bike, also means improved steadiness. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
The economy: Business as usual? Jul 24, 2008
McInnis said commuter bikes usually cost around $500 to $700 compared to a base cost of $1,000 for a lightweight road bike. Farmers markets have been increasing in popularity too, as transportation costs drive up the price of supermarket produce. (Medford Transcript, MA)
'Sick' test of stamina Jul 22, 2008
Less than 24 hours after winning the Hammerman Triathlon at Kincaid Park, Donley saddled up her road bike and pounded hill after hill after hill on Sunday to win the inaugural King of the Mountain road bike race. "It's fun in kind of a sick way," Donley said. (Anchorage Daily News)
Stand Up to Cancer visits U.S. Cellular Jul 22, 2008
Jim Thome bought Thomas a road bike to go with the book. "It was great to meet Allen," Armstrong said. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Look Ma, no car! Jul 21, 2008
A $2,000 Bianchi road bike with top-of-the-line components isn't a commuting bike, it's a liability - it'll get chipped and dinged if it doesn't get stolen - so if you're planning to buy new, go to a local bike shop (not a chain superstore) and tell them you're planning to commute. (Whether you buy new or secondhand, a proper fit is crucial. (Boston Globe)
Built for Two Jul 20, 2008
Inspired by the energy of the Tour de France and an incipient midlife crisis, he purchased a gleaming Trek road bike with all the accouterments. While at our beach house on the Jersey Shore, he would up his weekend mileage on balmy mornings. (Boston Globe)
I like to ride my bicycle Jul 20, 2008
That was until I tested out a road bike and saw the difference between it and a mountain bike. Everything that seemed difficult and painful on a mountain bike feels much easier on a road bike ... In exchange for sharing my experiences in training for the Hickory Grove Triathlon in this column, Bike World gave me a loaner road bike to use for the training. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
* Triathlon man Jul 19, 2008
As a committed biker, I already had a suitable road bike in my Giant FCR, but for the less serious there were plenty of mountain bikes and even folding bikes in evidence. The only extra equipment I invested in was a set of aluminum triathlon bars (NT$600), which were not really necessary, and a Thule bike rack (NT$4,200) for the car. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Guest Commentary-Sustainable Living Jul 18, 2008
To contact me, send me an e-mail, catch me at my register at Whole Foods Market in Bedford center, or stop me on my road bike around town. As it is planting season, for some quick tips on living green: put some heirloom organic seeds in your garden or windowsill. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
Tri and excel: Two women tackle a triathlon, and learn what it takes to make it through the competition (14) Jul 17, 2008
If she likes triathlons, she said, then she ll consider investing in a quality road bike ... There s nothing wrong with using a mountain bike in a triathlon although it will probably demand more of your energy to move it than a specialty road bike costing $6,000 or more. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Pedaling to work Jul 13, 2008
When the weather s nice, he rides his road bike, which is a little faster ... In fact, he picked up his road bike used for 75 and had to get a basic tune-up ... He bought a new Trek road bike when he moved to Butte recently and uses it for the 5-mile ride to work every day. (Montana Standard, MT)
From zero to triathlete in eight weeks Jul 6, 2008
Garton and Bike World were kind enough to set me up with a loaner road bike for the triathlon. I've only ridden the road bike a few times, but the difference is unbelievable ... Although the road bike makes things easier, I have no illusions about how tired I will be after 15 1/2 miles. (Ames Daily Tribune, IA)
Riding the rails Jul 3, 2008
We were on the train, chugging along at a speed I could probably beat on my road bike. Immediately after the train ride, we would embark on a 5-hour wildlife-watching cruise in Resurrection Bay. (Anchorage Daily News)
Winning the Tour de France Takes Grit, Strength--And Cutting-Edge Technology Jul 3, 2008
"There is a mad dash to be the most technically advanced," says Scott Daubert, road bike manager for in Waterloo, Wisc ... "For road bikes, the biggest challenge in bike design is the weight-to-stiffness ratio," Daubert says. (Scientific American)
She bikes, she blogs Jul 1, 2008
Lisa Kelly rides a Dolce road bike, a brand of bicycle made specifically for women, while training Boxford ... With comments coming from other road bike enthusiasts, the North Andover mother gathers public opinion about issues such as listening to IPods while riding or discovers tips on how to increase your average speed. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Recumbent bike guide Jun 28, 2008
Not like a road bike, Dietch says. When I m on a road bike, I m invisible. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Pawling Cycling team set to host Union Vale Road Race Jun 26, 2008
" Since purchasing his first road bike in December, his learning curve has been uncanny, taking first in just his third Bethel Crit during the spring series and placing in the top 25 in cycling at the Empire State Games. "He's our rookie superstar," said Kelley. "He takes what we teach him and he goes and uses it the next day in the race ... "John is on my cheapest, heaviest, clunkiest road bike and it makes no difference at all, he's still winning road races, beating everyone on the Huffy."... (MIllbrook Voice Ledger, NY)
Cyclists rally to lift up cancer-stricken mate Jun 26, 2008
Most of the time, it's been while the competitive cyclist was perched on his road bike, strapped in a helmet and climbing an incline surrounded by his teammates from the Frazier Cycling Juniors of Suwanee. But now, the 15-year-old from Lawrenceville wages a different battle against cancer. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Kids Triathlon next Saturday Jun 18, 2008
Another exciting addition to the race is a raffle for two bicycles, a kids bike donated by sponsor ATA Cycles and a top-end road bike donated by triathlete Scott Harris. Fifers from the Lincoln Minuteman will be on hand to kick the race off in style and DJ Ed McMann will team up with professional triathlete Karen Smyers to announce at the finish line. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
The fastest little bike company in the world Jun 14, 2008
"It's the high-end bikes that have been driving the road bike market," says Gluskin, the industry analyst ... In fact, road bikes have been the fastest-growing segment of the bicycle market in the U.S. since 2004, with sales growing by 70% over the past three years (similar statistics for Canada aren't available). (Globe and Mail)
What a dad wants Jun 11, 2008
A non-rattling SIG water bottle that will fit the rack on my road bike, to replace the bisphenol A leacher I've had for 10 years. A travel-sized tube of good brushless shaving cream. (Globe and Mail)
Triathlon is old hat for Mucha Jun 10, 2008
"After I got that done, I knew I was going to make it," said Mucha, who used a mountain bike instead of a road bike. One racer who had no problems with the bike portion was Macky Franks. (Anchorage Daily News)
Helmet Friendly Hair Styles Jun 4, 2008
If the helmet is of a type which does not cover the entire back of the head, such as a road bike helmet, low buns at the nape of the neck can be formed. Buns have an advantage over braids in that they stay put; swinging braids can be a hazard around machinery. (Suite101.com)
300 bicyclists take revolution to the streets Friday Jun 1, 2008
Fulton, I mtb and road bike. What kind of wussy does that make me. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Bicyclists Wish: Rush Hour Lift From Metro-North May 28, 2008
On a recent morning, Gavin ate breakfast, slid his dress shoes and clothes into a pack, said good-bye to his wife and hopped on his road bike. As he detoured through New Haven's Edgewood Park, a wild turkey darted into the trees. (FOX61, CT)
A successful 50 miles, but not as planned: Listen to the Audio May 27, 2008
He'd never ridden a road bike and had just six months to prepare. Can you understand why friends and cohorts would doubt his potential to complete the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic. (Durango Herald)
What’s happening at the YMCA? May 20, 2008
These state-of-the-art LeMond Revmaster training bicycles, which offers an unbeatable workout, infinite adjustability, and a true road bike feel. Join Jon R. Jordan, Jay Miller and Karla Akers in a high-energy class with great music. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Cyclist rides for Road 2 Recovery May 16, 2008
Bryan has been training for the upcoming ride with the Santa Fe Trails Bicycle Racing Team riding about 200 miles per week on a road bike. His normal regimen is 50 to 100 miles per week. (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
Bike tours with fluffy towels, gourmet meals May 15, 2008
The number of road bikes sold grew from 10 ... Road bikes are favored by fitness cyclists because they are lightweight, fast and responsive on corners -- Maseratis of the velo world ... You can get a road bike with an aluminum frame for $1,000. (CNN -- Travel)
Menino pedals for cycle-friendly city May 13, 2008
Things began to change last summer when Menino bought a silver Trek road bike and started riding around his Hyde Park neighborhood for exercise at 5 a.m. Two months later, he appointed Nicole Freedman, a former Olympic cyclist, as Boston's first bike czar and declared, "It's time for this issue to come to the forefront.". "He very quickly began to understand what bicyclists in Boston have been talking about all these years, when they have been complaining that conditions are not very good here,"... (Boston Globe)
A better place to vacation than the Midwest? Maybe, maybe not May 13, 2008
Let's see: I could go hike the Utah canyons, ride my mountain or road bike around here, play golf, even do house projects like fix the loose roof screws or reinstall those rain gutters. Instead, I chose to drive 1,000 miles to the heart of the Midwest. (Durango Herald)
Multisport race draws racers, party animals May 12, 2008
A good time trial bike with a high gear for downhill is better than a road bike. A slow boat can cost minutes, or even the whole race if you dump. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Climbing to the top May 12, 2008
Just this summer I bought a road bike and I hope to compete in a triathlon,'' she said. This document was originally published online on Monday, May 12, 2008. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Sycamore: The fiscal year in review May 9, 2008
Capital projects included a second firehouse, the first phase of the treatment plant expansion, California Street reconstruction, the Peace Road bike path and various equipment purchases tallying nearly 5 million of capital costs funded by general fund reserves, impact fees, jet fuel sales tax proceeds from United Airlines and American Airlines, and a lower city property tax rate. The 2008 and 2009 budget versus actual facts, meeting agendas, minutes and other city information are displayed at... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Crash hits Kersten's Olympic bid May 9, 2008
"I will have to modify my training a bit and try and have a gentle ride tomorrow and see how I pull up," said Kersten, who now has to source another road bike after his $9000 carbon fibre machine was smashed. "I am not that easily deterred and I am prepared to mentally deal with it and try for my Olympic spot. But every day counts and this is not what you need ". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Should cyclists use roadways? May 2, 2008
Second, not all side walks are rideable (riding a road bike requires a smooth uninterupted surface). Third, riding on the sidewalk requires one to stop at all intersections, even if the street one is riding along has the right of way/green light. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
From the Web to the streets May 2, 2008
"I'd rather create my own destiny than have somebody do it for me. "What I really enjoy is working with people on bikes," Howland said. "Somebody will come in here, I don't care if it's a kid or some guy who wants a $5,000 road bike. We'll sit and jab for a while, and I find out more about him and what he really needs, and get him the bike that he needs. (King County Journal Newspapers, WA)
Triathletes’ trove May 2, 2008
High points of his career included racing in a number of World Cup mountain bike championships and competing in the Olympic road bike trials in 1992 and 1996. Both Bomber and Cummings view their store as a supportive resource. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Neighbors, friends holding PMC fundraiser May 2, 2008
At 39, I had a baby, and for my 40th birthday, he bought me a road bike. The first time I rode it was scary. (North Andover Citizen, MA)
Bike riding getting more popular in Lodi with warmer weather Apr 23, 2008
City Bicycles, another local bike shop, also carries beach cruisers along with mountain bikes and road bikes ... Whatever bike riders choose, a beach cruiser designed for comfort, the mountain bike designed for rough terrain, or a road bike designed for speed, the benefits and enjoyment can be endless. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
* [ POP STOP ] Apr 18, 2008
Tame stuff, you may think, but what had Netizens in a tizzy was Zhangs apparent disregard for pedestrians; he had parked his huge road bike in front of the stores entrance, effectively blocking the way. I was only in there for eight minutes, he said, when questioned by the press. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
No spandex required: Town bikes get rolling Apr 15, 2008
The Chapel Hill planner has a mountain bike and a road bike at his Durham home. Both of those bikes fit his lanky 6-foot 5-inch frame. (News & Observer)
On the trail of a good recreational bike Apr 6, 2008
There are road bikes, racing bikes, mountain bikes, hybrids, recumbent bikes, and even bikes that fold up ... If you're preparing for a 100-mile charity ride, a road bike is best ... Road bikes are lightweight with a raised seat and curved handlebars. (Boston Globe)
Local trails a Tour de Austin Mar 28, 2008
For those who dream of being Lance Armstrong while commuting on a road bike, there are ways to move from purely transportation biking to leisure or sport riding with no intimidation. Hess recommends Veloway as a closed, paved trail ideal for beginners. (The Daily Texan, TX)
Spring fling Mar 27, 2008
Southcentral Alaska's pavement has been buried since October, so the unexpected conditions were a welcome sight, paired with regret at not removing the bike's studded tires or, better yet, bringing the road bike instead ... I began making a mental list of days and times when I could come back with my road bike and ride like this again. (Anchorage Daily News)
Italian chef wanders Mission, Noe Valley Mar 17, 2008
Mike's Bikes of San Francisco, 1233 Howard St. "Mike's is where I bought my current road bike. I ride every weekend for exercise and mental health. I bought this carbon fiber bike purposely because it doesn't look carbon, so no pressure to be faster. That's very Italian; do something with purpose, but don't make it obvious. Mike's has a great deal to get unlimited tune-ups, too. My bike seems faster after a tune-up.". District, 216 Townsend St. "Caterina, the sommelier, is always welcoming at... (San Francisco Chronicle)
As times change, so do the types of bikes sold in Somerville Mar 1, 2008
It used to be, there was a mountain bike, a road bike, and a commuting bike, Paige said ... But a lot of people are using road bikes, which are popular because of Lance Armstrong ... Road bikes are ideal for racing long distances, outfit for strength, speed and efficiency, according to the Ace Wheelworks web site. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Club calendar Feb 29, 2008
Send club listing by 6 p.m. Mondays to or fax it to (706) 722-7403. KEY: s -- Dancing l -- Live music n -- Karaoke u -- Games. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Police use Craigslist to nab suspected thief Feb 26, 2008
The "seller" then led police to the second stolen road bike. The bikes were valued at $800 each. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Longview doctor suspected in bike thefts called 'smooth operator' Feb 24, 2008
The staff got him a 6,800 road bike and helmet for what was supposed to be a test ride on the Burke-Gilman Trail ... Officers who arrested Bos said they recognized the pedals on a road bike which he used for commuting and kept behind his desk as having come from the Cervelo R3. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Win Bike For Tour De Houston Ride Feb 23, 2008
Watch KPRC Local 2 morning newscasts on March 10-13 for a chance to win a Marin road bike from Sun & Ski Sports. One winner will be selected daily. (Click2Houston, TX)
What's up with ... Brian Grant Feb 20, 2008
"Better. I invested in a road bike. I (work out on an elliptical trainer) once or twice a week. With my (knees') top and bottom bones, there are stress reactions in both. If they were fractured, I'd have to have knee replacements. That's the only reason I retired. That and the pain. It got to the point nothing would work.". How much do you miss the game. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Charles Quackenbush Feb 18, 2008
In September, he puts road bikes away and kicks into cyclocross, racing through parks, forests and fields. Quackenbush owns a road bike, a track bike, a time-trial bike and two cyclocross bikes. (Albany Times Union)
New team ready to hit the road Feb 18, 2008
Although Jordan will have to wait until he is 13 to race independently in the road bike category at Oregon Bicycle Racing Association (OBRA) events, he is no stranger to long rides. He has completed the Strawberry Century, a 55-mile non-competitive race in Lebanon, on his road bike, and he s also survived some punishing rides with his dad in Switzerland, where his family lived during a sabbatical. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
* From fertilizer to flower festival Jan 23, 2008
Bicycles can be rented for NT$150 an hour for a 24-speed road bike or NT$100 an hour for a coaster. Rental for the day costs NT$450 or NT$300 (24-speed/coaster). (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Berkeley: Grizzly Peak tree debris keeps cyclists on toes Jan 18, 2008
Tree debris up to your knee - or at least your ankle: ChronicleWatch correspondents have reported a surfeit of eucalyptus tree debris piled up along the bike lanes on Berkeley's Grizzly Peak, a popular cycling route for road bike riders looking to get a good workout while taking in panoramic bay views ... But with two wheels - particularly road bikes with smooth tires - it's nearly impassible. (San Francisco Chronicle)
FireFox to launch Rs 1.68 lakh bicycle at Auto Expo Jan 6, 2008
"This bike is not a mountaineering bike... this is a road bike, a kind of speed bike made of ultra light weight OCLV carbon fibre frame with about 20 speed options.". "We expect to increase sales to 60,000 bikes a year by 2011 from an initial 12,000," Singh said. (India Times)
