All articles tagged with #bicycles
Rob P., a 54-year-old Seattle man, survived a traumatic brain injury in 2017 and, despite cognitive and physical challenges, remembers how to fix bicycles. He spends hours repairing bikes—often for free—in his garage, turning a past injury into purpose, helping neighbors and keeping old cycles out of landfills.
Bianchi updates the Specialissima with a redesigned frame claimed to be its lightest at about 750g and 40g lighter than 2023, while adding aero gains including up to 16W at 50km/h. Most aero improvements come from the new fork (up to 17% more efficient; 14% from fork shape), a D-shaped seatpost, and a cockpit with roughly 25% more aero performance; Countervail damping returns on the RC frame. The bike is offered in three trims—RC (€11,500), Pro (€7,700) and Specialissima base (€5,200)—with geometry kept from the prior generation per Bahrain Victorious, and new reach/length tweaks for aero comfort; RC units feature an integrated cockpit and RC 49R wheels.
Sea Otter 2026’s Randoms Round 2 delivers a rapid-fire tour of new bikes, gear and concepts—from Telepathy’s production mule and a wild backseat brake setup to Tailfin’s expanding bikepacking ecosystem and RSVR’s stripped-back hydration pack. Sensor-enabled lighting from Knog/POC, Kashima-coated Galfer Shark rotors, and WeAreOne’s new 32-inch wheels headline the hardware, alongside a Hunt long-travel dual-crown mule and Lab71’s BB-mounted gearbox prototype. Ergonomic tweaks from Ergon, Naild’s R3act aluminum front triangle, and Aenomaly SwitchGrade Pro with eight stops and adjustable rotation showcase the ride-side innovations. Rounding out the recap are new Giro/Smith/Bell gear, a retro Volvo Cannondale nod, Noterra road hints, and Sea Otter’s characteristic mix of tech, style and history.
Škoda's DuoBell is a passive bicycle bell tuned to 750 Hz with a sharp transient attack to break through active noise cancellation, plus a high-frequency component to preserve the bell's sound; in tests, ANC headphones reduced detection distance for normal bells, but the 750 Hz tone improved it by about 9.2 meters and lowered the detection threshold by 2.3 dB in noisy settings, and the device has no electronics—an analogue fix to a digital problem that raises questions about future liability as ANC tech evolves.
Authorities thwarted a planned bike-led takeover of the Bay Bridge after a large group rode toward the bridge; CHP detained 85 riders and seized 85 bikes for riding on the freeway and released them after citations, with police having monitored the group as they entered via the Harrison Street off-ramp. Officials warned that riding the wrong way on the freeway is dangerous for cyclists and motorists.
Rising gas prices prompt a ranking of travel options by energy per mile (kWh/mi). The list shows bicycles as the most energy-efficient, with walking and the subway also very efficient when considering per-person energy use; electric vehicles like the Lucid Air and Kia EV6 are highly efficient as well, while internal-combustion options vary (the Prius remains a benchmark among ICE cars). Practical tips: bike or walk for short trips, and consider carpooling or transit to maximize energy savings, noting that efficiency depends on occupancy and vehicle design.
A Scientific American update ranks bicycles as the most energy-efficient form of transport on Earth, due to biomechanics that maximize propulsion while minimizing gravity and friction; advances like aero-focused designs and e-bike assistance could push efficiency even further (e.g., recumbent velomobiles).
The Made bike show 2025 in Portland showcased a diverse array of innovative bicycles, components, and accessories, highlighting advancements in bike technology, custom builds, and design, with notable exhibits including a 3D-printed bike, vintage classics, and cutting-edge gear, all set against a backdrop of hot weather and vibrant culture.
Mike Kazimer shares his top 10 favorite things of 2023, including participating in the BC Bike Race, appreciating trail builders, getting a new townie bike, using the Feedback Mechanic HD Bike Stand, riding the Trek Fuel EX, enjoying Nerds Rope candy, testing the Scor 2030 mountain bike, and using the Fox Flexair Pro Gloves. He also mentions his favorite books and music picks of the year.
This article showcases a photo dump from the MADE Show, featuring various subjects such as Breadwinner Cycles, Speedvagen, Black Magic Paint, Flux Customs, Mosaic Cycles, Black Cat Bikes, Wolfhound Cycles, Monē Bikes, and more. It also pays homage to the late Bruce Gordon of Bruce Gordon Cycles and highlights the legacy of the Fez and Rock N Road tire. Additionally, it includes unique interpretations of the Pace RC-100 by English Cycles, a Rickshaw Bike at the show, and exhibitor bikes.
Engineer Sergii Gordieiev of The Q has built a wheelless bicycle by crafting a long treaded channel attached to both ends, allowing him to propel forward with each pedal turn. Gordieiev enjoys experimenting with the physics of bikes and built the bike just for fun.
Engineer Sergii Gordieiev has equipped his bicycle with triangular wheels to see how they would work. He added guide rails to keep the wheels moving in a straight line and ensured the bike had excellent suspension for a comfortable ride.