Did you know that our dog Billy is a Pet Therapy dog? Accompanied by Maggie, he visits patients at the Royal Columbia Hospital, spreading smiles and cheering up very sick and stressed people of all ages. He loves his job – but is always completely exhausted after spreading all that love! Lots of other dogs do this too, as part of a great organization called Pets and Friends. This weekend, we will be joining other pet therapy dogs (and their owners!) to compete in the Scotiabank Charity Challenge. Please contribute to this great cause by visiting the web site and making a donation to our team.
Featured Posts
How to Choose a Mountain Bike
Tips on how to choose a mountain bike that is well suited for your needs. Four careful steps should ensure you get a mountain bike that helps you get a good start in the exciting sport of mountain biking!
How to Buy a Bike on Amazon
Usually, I would recommend that you buy a bike at your local bike shop. However, that is not possible or easy for everyone, and there is actually a good alternative: buy a bike on Amazon, taking advantage of the many benefits this online retailer offers. Here’s a post with recommendations for some excellent brand name bikes that are great deals on Amazon.
Velorama Festival in Colorado Blends Bikes and Music
Velorama Festival in Colorado Blends Bikes and Music with intense bike races and great rock music. This year, bands include Velorama, Deathcab for Cutie, Wilco. Get your tickets now!
How to Protect your Bike from Bike Thieves – 9 Simple Steps to Ensure You Have A Ride Home
9 simple steps that will help ensure your bike is not stolen by bike thieves while you are at work, so it is waiting for you when you are ready to cycle home. These 9 steps will protect your bike while you get on with your job.
Just published: How to Buy the Best Electric Bike, 2nd Edition
I just published the expanded, updated, 2nd edition of How to Buy the Best Electric Bike. This brand new, updated and expanded edition of How to Buy the Best Electric Bike is presented in collaboration with Turbo Bob and the Electric Bike Review, two of the greatest ebike reviewers and bloggers in the world. As a result, this new edition includes many more reviews of new, quality electric bikes. For a very limited time, I am offering the new edition for a discounted price, cheaper than the first edition.
David Marchione prepares for his 5th Ride to Conquer Cancer!
I interviewed Ontario’s David Marchione, who is gearing up for his FIFTH Ride to Conquer Cancer! David shares his motivations for doing this two-day, long-distance fund raising ride year after year.
5 Incredible Natural Cycling Locations
The world is brimming with must-visit natural locations for cyclists. From dedicated cycling holidays to taking a day trip into the countryside by bike, traveling through an area on two wheels means that you can experience the natural beauty in one of the most exhilarating ways. This post by guest author Nick Ball introduces 5 incredible cycling locations inspired by nature.
Happy Memorial Day!
Happy Memorial Day to all! It’s important to stop for a moment on these wonderful public holidays and think about the meaning of the day. Memorial Day is a day to honor those who gave their lives for their country in military service. Did you know that bikes have played a huge role in US military history?
Vancouver Challenge Shows Bikes and Transit More Convenient than Cars
Vancouver’s latest challenge shows that bikes and transit are more convenient than cars: six people on bikes arrived first and in some cases were twice as fast as their car commuting colleagues.
Quick Links to Our Best Posts on Cycling in Montreal
Here are quick links to our best posts about cycling in Montreal. Our posts include bike share in Montreal, renting bikes in Montreal, how to ride the Lachine Canal, and why cycling is so wonderful in Montreal. Cycling in Montreal is truly world class. Consider Montreal if you are planning a cycling vacation.
7 of the Best Cycling Jerseys — How to Choose the Best Cycling Jersey
7 of the best cycling jerseys explains all about how technical cycling jerseys work, and offers you a comparative choice of 7 of the very best. Cycling jerseys are technical garments that use lightweight, sweat-wicking fabrics to keep you cool, dry, and comfortable while cycling. This post has a chart comparing 7 of the best cycling jerseys, plus reviews to help you choose the best cycling jersey for your needs.
Quick Links to Our Best Posts on Cycling Gear
Here are some quick links to our best posts on cycling gear. Our most popular posts include posts on waterproof cycling jackets, waterproof cycling pants, and cycling balaclavas. All of the links are below, for your convenience!
7 of the Best Cheap Bike Computers under $70
7 of the best cheap bike computers under $70. Post includes a chart comparing features, videos, and reviews. These 7 cheap bike computers are very popular and highly rated. All of them are sold by trusted companies with a solid reputation for quality bike computers.
Green Party’s Policy on Cycling
Video in which New Westminster Green Party candidate Jonina Campbell speaks about the Green Party’s policy on accessible cycling. The 41st British Columbia general election will be held on 9 May, 2017, to elect members of the Legislative Assembly in the Canadian province of British Columbia. Traditionally a two-horse race between the Liberals and the NDP, this year we have a viable third choice in the Greens, led by Andrew Weaver.
Another Great Bike the Blossoms Ride in Vancouver
The latest Bike the Blossoms Ride in Vancouver was a great success, with an excellent turnout despite threatening skies. The rain held off for just long enough for most riders to finish the relaxed ride around the blossom-lined lanes of Vancouver. Bike the Blossoms in Vancouver was again organized by Velopalooza and the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival.
Shape My Grips Review
If you are the type of cyclist who likes to make their road bike ride as comfortable and personalized as possible, Shape My Grip might be for you! In a nutshell, SMG (Shape My Grip) offers grips for the top bar and the drops of your road bike. Instead of gripping a flat bar or drop, you get to nestle your fingers into ergonomic grips with slots for your fingers, making for a more comfortable, secure ride. And you can further customize them with an Exacto knife! Post includes installation videos, plus a how-to on applying handlebar tape to your handlebars.
Smoking Hot Cruzbike T50 Kickstarter still has Some Pain-free Recumbent Ergonomic Bikes Left
Cruzbike has introduced a recumbent bike that is designed ergonomically for pain free cycling. The Kickstarter has been live for only a week, yet is already fully funded. The Cruzbike T50 Kickstarter raised an amazing $100,000 in less than 48 hours. Clearly, there is a big demand for affordable, high-quality, ergonomic bikes. The good news is that some of these innovative new recumbent bikes are still available.
Leglites – A New Product for Easy High Visibility for Cyclists
Leglites is an innovative, easy-to-use new product for easy high visibility for cyclists. Leglites are lightweight, high visibility garments that you simply zip onto your calves, or slip onto your forearms.
The Amazing Evolution of Vancouver Cycling Infrastructure
Located on the west coast of Canada, 200 miles north of Seattle, Vancouver, BC, is a beautiful city with a mild climate well suited for cycling. But until recently, it lacked sufficient user-friendly cycling. Fortunately, since Vision Vancouver took over Vancouver City Council in 2008, there has been a simply amazing evolution of Vancouver cycling infrastructure. This post uses photos and videos to document key developments in this amazing evolution.
Featured Product Reviews
Best Camera for Cyclists – Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5 Camera Review
The Lumix DMC-TS5 is the perfect point and shoot pocket camera for a cyclist. I couldn’t think of a better camera for bike tours. At 7.5 oz, you are not even going to notice it in your baggage. If your tour includes beaches, snorkeling or scuba diving, just grab the Lumix DMC-TS5 out of your pannier and take it into the water with you. No need to fiddle around with a case!
How to Save Your Life for Less than $160 – Electron Terra 2 Bike Lights Review
Electron Terra 2 Bike Lights are great bike lights – Electron Terra 2 Bike Lights work well, look great and take up very little real estate on your handle bars.
Links to our Best Posts on Headphones for Cyclists
Here are links to our best posts on headphones for cyclists. The links will take you to in-depth comparisons and reviews of some great headphones for cyclists.
Best Cycling Gloves Under $60 – Gore-Tex Cycling Gloves Review
Gore-Tex cycling gloves are a top-of-the-line product. They are billed as waterproof cycling gloves – but will they keep your hands dry when you are cycling in the rain? These are top quality gloves, and are the closest to waterproof cycling gloves I have found so far.
Cycling Posts
8th Annual Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer 2015 – Save the Date!
Save the date! The 8th Annual Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer 2015 takes place on June 13th and 14th, 2015, when thousands of dedicated women and men will embark on a two-day, 200-kilometre cycling journey between Toronto and Niagara Falls. This year, participants can select one of six route options to ride. Join in to make a difference!
Our Best Posts about Winter Cycling
Here are quick links to our Best Posts about Winter Cycling. Check them out – we’ve tried to cover all of the most important issues and questions about winter cycling.
Cyclist’s Lives Valued at $2,500?
The Manitoba courts apparently value a cyclist’s life at $2,500 – judging by a fine they recently handed down to a motorist who killed two cyclists. Motorist Ian Gibbons of Brandon struck and killed two cyclists two years ago. The victims, Robert Joseph Carrier from BC and Daniel Hurtubise from Quebec, were attempting to raise […]
Leglites – A New Product for Easy High Visibility for Cyclists
Leglites is an innovative, easy-to-use new product for easy high visibility for cyclists. Leglites are lightweight, high visibility garments that you simply zip onto your calves, or slip onto your forearms.
