Cycle team takes 2nd at 24-hour Targhee ride Aug 28, 2008
6-mile lap in 40 minutes, and Russ Gates headed off on his single speed. The elevation 8,000 feet provided a significant element on the intense course. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Off-Roaders tired, muddy and all smiles Jul 28, 2008
"It was fun, and coming in here to the finish was especially sweet," said Durango's Jon Bailey, who turned in an amazing ride on a single-speed bike, finishing fourth overall on the extended course and winning the single speed "A" classification ... Lyra Parker completed the extended course on a single-speed bike, the only woman in the single speed "A" class won by Bailey ... Single-speed racer Darren Dencklau, who rode the shorter course in the single speed "B" classification, said the... (Durango Herald)
HEALTHY OBSESSION Jun 16, 2008
Gear you can't live without: My LeMond Fillmore bike with a single speed for maximum peddling simplicity - hammer it as hard and as long as you can. Where you train: Golden Gate Park Polo Field track. (San Francisco Chronicle)
What a dad wants Jun 11, 2008
A neat present might be to surreptitiously take my bike to a shop and "high-end-ify" it, replace various components with better ones, maybe get it converted to single speed. Single speeds are taking the world by storm. (Globe and Mail)
Bike contest returns to the area May 15, 2008
A new class this year is single speed in which the riders use a bike with only one gear ... 8 miles for sport and single speed and 30. (Columbus Commercial Dispatch, MS)
Single-Minded Cool Apr 17, 2008
a two-time national single speed champion (2004, '05) and runner-up in last summer's Single Speed World Championships in Scotland ... "My single speed bike weighs 17 pounds." ... "At the U.S. nationals two years ago (at Sonoma County's Infineon Raceway), I rode both multi-gear and single-speed cross-country races, and I found myself doing faster laps on my single speed.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Biking provides fun for all ages Apr 11, 2008
There are a variety of 21, 24, 27 and 30 speed bikes available, but they still offer the old comfort single speed bikes for those who don't like all of the gadgets. Added accessories such as bags, water bottles, bells, flags, baskets, locks and lights help the bike enthusiast as well as riding gear such as helmets and gloves. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
A question of attitude| Mar 27, 2008
At no point did anyone expect the words single speed to enter this discussion, until Chris Wurster (USA) and Shaun Weber (RSA) of team One Speed Wonders put a spoke in everyones wheel. FOLLOW THE EPIC CYCLING A question of attitude Wed, 26 Mar 2008. (iAfrica.com)
Late night ride Mar 4, 2008
All the riders grab their bikes, a mix of gear road bikes, single speed, fixed gears, and a few mountain bikes. They wander out to the street, being cautious about traffic as they mount up. (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
Recipe: Curried Winter Squash Soup Jan 24, 2008
The basic hand blender has a single speed and one attachment for blending. The more expensive (and more heavy duty) models have several speeds and attachments ranging from whisks for whipping cream to heavy duty blades for chopping vegetables. (Suite101.com)
Get the cost down, and fuel-cell Equinox rocks Nov 9, 2007
The transmission has but a single speed, relying on the electric motor's low-speed oomph to take the place of low-ratio gearing to get the buggy motivated. No shifting. (USA Today -- Autos)
Battle on Mount Ascension Oct 18, 2007
Helena Independent Record. Helena Independent Record. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Working with City Hall Sep 23, 2007
chaouni with uenal karamuk (yeah, lowercase again, yawn); Moskow Architects, who are the old-timers in this group; Single Speed design, the firm that built a house in Lexington out of waste junk left over from the Big Dig; and Studio Luz, which designed the marvelous Diva Lounge in Davis Square and other restaurants. As you can tell from the names, young architecture in Boston is a multicultural world. (Boston Globe)
Next thing you know, well carry golf bags for machines Aug 31, 2007
Advertisement Last updated Thursday, Aug 30, 2007 - 05:19:24 am MST Sierra Vista, Arizona. Next thing you know, well carry golf bags for machines. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Uncivilized aviation Aug 4, 2007
Families would be guided to special channels that would mix screening with education so children grow up to be better travelers - don't wait till the last second to take your jacket off, pull out your computer long before you get to the conveyor belt, et al. The elderly and disabled would be offered special lanes with extra staff and space so pensioners don't have to go through the humiliation and stress of having to collect their possessions as they pile up at the end of a conveyor belt set on... (International Herald Tribune)
Jigsaws and winter blues| Jul 18, 2007
Speeds Jigsaws can either offer single speed, 2-speed or variable speed. Single speed jigsaws are suited for cutting hard materials such as wood and metal ... By pressing the trigger, the single speed motor runs at full speed immediately. (iAfrica.com)
Tour de France: Stage 9 as it happened Jul 18, 2007
"Perhaps my ability to recognise a sort of Cartesian opportunity to discuss existence, sanity and cognitive ability might do the trick. I shall though acquiesce with a mention and lodge a new request for readers recommendations of best shops in London to convert my bike to single speed." You must be great fun in the classroom, Joe. 1. (Guardian Unlimited)
Twelve Hours of Round Top enduro a success Jun 25, 2007
The title in the Single Speed class went to Philadelphia's Paul Turner, who completed 12 laps. The ladies champion was Dorinda Hamilton of Oneonta, who made 10 circuits. (Sayre Evening Times, PA)
Deltona officials consider ways of 'calming' traffic Jun 19, 2007
A single speed hump, or a table-like traffic slower that is raised 4 inches and leveled off for 12-14 feet, costs from $2,500 to $3,500, said Denny. Special taxing districts may also pay for ways to slow commuters who are speeding through arterial roads. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Bike safety can’t be measured by yard Feb 1, 2007
Single Speed Fixed Gear wrote on January 30, 2007 11:05 PM:"The author of this story drives an SUV. I bet he doesn't give cyclists more than 1 yard of space. I cannot tell you how many times some idiot on a cell phone in an SUV/minivan/giant truck/bunny-loving neo-hippy hipster wannabe Priuses driving too close to the bike lane has almost killed me. I've been driven into ditches. Run over curbs. Turned into at lights. Etc. All of these things are against the law, as described by the writer... (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Towers were the height of fashion Jan 1, 2007
The Pedini house in Lexington is the work of another talented firm, also headed by young marrieds, that calls itself Single Speed Design. It's named after the only kind of bicycles the staff could afford when they started. (Boston Globe)
The Last-Minute Gift Guide: Gifts For Kids Dec 22, 2006
The new Razor E300 electric scooter utilizes a single speed system and twist throttle for higher torque and superior off the line acceleration that will send your "Scooter-Girl" speeding along at 15 mph. This toy is perfect for any childhood activity, whether it be taking on City Council, or causing mass media overreaction. (Up & Coming Magazine, NC)
The Recycled Home Oct 6, 2006
Jinhee Park and John Hong, AIA, principals of Single Speed Design (SsD), grabbed the firm name from the single-speed bicycles they ride around on in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Although they didn t mean the name to stick, in the end they decided to keep it. (BusinessWeek)
At home with the Big Dig (Ken Maguire) Aug 7, 2006
Architect John Hong, whom Mr. Pedini hired in 2003 to design his home, was skeptical until he saw the dismantled highway pieces and thought, "It's actually very efficient." The home was designed by Mr. Hong and partner Jinhee Park, founders of Single Speed Design in Cambridge. Concrete slabs, each about 40 feet long and weighing up to 25 tons, make up the floors and roof. (Washington Times, DC)
FIT TO BE TRIED Aug 4, 2006
The single speed event is a relay. Each of three team members jumps for 40 seconds. (Toronto Star -- Life)
Massachusetts House Built from Big Dig Scraps Aug 2, 2006
The home was designed by Hong and partner Jinhee Park, founders of Single Speed Design in Cambridge. Concrete slabs, each about 40 feet long and weighing up to 25 tons, comprise the floors and roof. (FOX29.com, PA)
A Tale of Two Cities: Neoscape Makes a Second Home in Manhattan Jul 28, 2006
" Neoscape is working with the architecture firm Single Speed Design to double the size of their studio in Boston, adding creative space, as well as constructing a state of the art project theatre. In New York City, Neoscape has recently acquired 3000 square feet at 18 East 17th Street, with plans to add new staff. At the core of their business offerings is a simple premise: tell a good story by visualizing that which has yet to be built. Honored with a Gold Medal for the best real estate... (RisMedia.com)
They liked Humbug ’06 Jun 10, 2006
3 232 Stephen Maluk Etna Brew/DeSalvo 2:02:49 SINGLE SPEED MEN (open). 1 56 Rich Maile 1:50:38. (Yreka Siskiyou Daily News, CA)
Out of the Computer Jun 2, 2006
Using recycled materials from the Big Dig, Single Speed Design creates a house of monumental proportions. A Chicago designer's signage shows the benefits of bicycling over driving. (BusinessWeek)
Blunt a double winner at Ivor Novello awards May 27, 2006
"Accepting the award for Most Performed Work, he told the audience: "I should probably be rude about it before anyone else is, so thank you very much for the Most Overplayed Song award. "Blunt`s music has some celebrity supporters.Bee Gee Barry Gibb said: "We like James Blunt. (UTV)
Maine Sport Mayhem is huge success May 24, 2006
Females ages 12-and-older (single speed) 1, Sandy Nobel, 47, Kennebunkport, SMCC, 2:09:35. Males 18-and-older (single speed) 1, Yale Iverson, 36, Old Town, Bikeman, 1:41:36; 2, Scott Seymour, 38, Brewer, Pat's Bike Shop, 1:42:24; 3, Tom Noble, 40, Kennebunkport, SMCC, 1:43:06; 4, Marcio Munch, 40, Biddeford, Cape Able, 1:44:53; 5, Zach Magoon, 32, Portland, Bikeman. (Camden Herald, ME)
Six superb options for the discriminating cyclist May 18, 2006
Selling points: Just like your first bike -- single speed (Grey Ghost comes in a five-speed version), glitter paint, chrome handlebars and a banana seat. Manufacturer: Schwinn. (The Indianapolis Star)
Coldplay, James Blunt lead Novello nominations Apr 26, 2006
Daily music newsacross every genre. Two of the biggest selling artists from 2005 have come out top on this year's Ivor Novello nominations list. (VHI.com -- Soundgenerator.com Music News)
The latest spin Apr 4, 2006
While this had the interesting side-effect of annoying Chris Martin's Coldplay, whose single Speed of Sound had been set for No 1 but was outsold three to one, it was derided as a new low for the singles chart. Since then, restrictions have been placed on Jamster's advertising and no Crazy Frog single has reached higher than No 5. (Scotsman)
Kaisers Pull Of BRITs Hat-Trick Feb 17, 2006
Plus free broadband for a year, all thanks to UK Online. Walk the red carpet at the premiere of Pierce Brosnans new flick. (MTV.uk)
KT, the Brit Pack's leading lady Feb 16, 2006
" Coldplay's two awards were one of the few examples of a triumph by a more established act. The band won awards for their Xm, which went to number one on both sides of the Atlantic, and their single Speed Of Sound. Madonna picked up only her second Brit award, beating Kelly Clarkson to the Best International Female title after putting out her best-received album for years. The American band Green Day won two awards in the international category for their album American Idiot and for best group.... (Daily Mail - UK)
Tickets to Crazy Frog dance party Jan 12, 2006
Crazy Frogs remake of Axel F started off as a humble ring tone and shot to superstardom when it debuted at No.1 on the UK singles chart holding off Coldplay's long-awaited new single Speed of Sound from the top spot. Crazy Frogs The Original Crazy Frog Dance Hit has recently been certified platinum with 25,000 units sold. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
