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By Paul Andrews, BI editor on September 29, 2009
Interbike 2009 dribblings … Attendance a mixed bag. Overall attendance declined, but buyer numbers were up. Exhibitors were said to be happy, so that’s good, because if the exhibitors aren’t happy, then the booth bimbos aren’t happy, and if the bbs aren’t happy, well, you know… Great video from Mountain Bike Action with Richard Cunningham [...]
Posted in Accessories, Interbike, Mountain Biking, News Cycle | Tagged bikesnobnyc, doping, Ibis HD, Interbike, kuat racks, mountain bike action, richard cunningham
By Paul Andrews, BI editor on September 28, 2009
California’s decision not to close state parks is great news for mountain bikers. Common sense in this case was aided by the stat that for every dollar the state spends on its parks, it takes in about $3. That and the fact concessionaires were contacting their lawyers over breach of contract if the parks were [...]
Posted in Advocacy, Interbike, Mountain Biking, News Cycle, Obama Bikes, Racing | Tagged Cadel Evans, California state parks, Interbike, tour of california
By Paul Andrews, BI editor on September 24, 2009
Following up on our previous post re the carbon conniptions at Interbike, some random links: The belt drive gets a thumbs up. Some folks questioned my skepticism about the Gates carbon drive system, pointing out its proven service for motos, lawnmowers and the like. I say give me a year with this thing on a [...]
Posted in Accessories, Interbike, Mountain Biking, News Cycle | Tagged 29er, Ellsworth, gates carbon drive, magnetic pedals
By Paul Andrews, BI editor on September 21, 2009
I’m on the road to Interbike and have only sporadic connectivity. That’s my excuse and I’m sticking with it. Anyway, the bike world’s big wheel keeps on turnin’ … IMBA is coming to the Point Reyes National Seashore this weekend for trail work with Chris and Leslie Kehmeier of the Subaru Trail Care Crew. It’s [...]
Posted in Accessories, Culture, Interbike, Mountain Biking, News Cycle | Tagged bike magazine, Cedric Gracia, David Byrne, Ellsworth Moment, imba, Interbike, pivot firebird
By Paul Andrews, BI editor on September 8, 2009
PinkBike has video of the Worlds, including Brit legend Steve Peat’s long-awaited triumph. Peaty may be the only guy I’ve seen on a podium drinking more champagne than he sprayed, but to those who know and love the guy, they’d expect nothing less. If you want to know why Peaty was so emotional after his [...]
Posted in Mountain Biking, News Cycle, Racing, Rider Down, Videos | Tagged alberto contador, Clay Porter, downhill world championships, steve peat
By Paul Andrews, BI editor on September 5, 2009
BikeHugger has video of the West Seattle Bridge Critical Mass, riding one of the busier elevated roadways in Seattle. Police escort helped prevent incidents. Tim Banning reports on MTBR.com regarding the 2009 Kettle Crest Advocacy Fest, aimed at protecting a prime singletrack haven in eastern Washington from being turned into wilderness. Keep an eye on [...]
Posted in Advocacy, Mountain Biking, News Cycle, Trail Access
By Paul Andrews, BI editor on August 31, 2009
Rossland, B.C.’s first fat-tire festival will take place this weekend. How cool is that? I spent a few days last summer in Rossland and was blown away, not just with the widely worshipped Seven Summits epic ride but all the close-to-town tech stuff. Rocky, steep, challenging, with hucks, structures and drops, the local trails will [...]
Posted in Advocacy, Mountain Biking, News Cycle, Obama Bikes, Racing | Tagged Fluidride, Jacquie Phelan, Rossland Fat Tire Festival
By Paul Andrews, BI editor on August 27, 2009
SeattleLikesBikes: Why planners need — really need — the reality check of actual bike riders. “One intersection that looked fine on paper turned out to be a spot where a new streetcar track would be a nightmare hazard for cyclists.” Bicycle Retailer: Crankworx attendance was up despite crappy weather. Really? It didn’t feel that way. [...]
Posted in Lance's Chances, Mountain Biking, News Cycle, Racing | Tagged bicycle planning, Bike Expo, Crankworx 2009, Dave Wiens, jill kintner, Leadville 100, Melissa Buhl
By Paul Andrews, BI editor on August 18, 2009
Great video of best tricks at Crankworx, with Greg Watts’ 360 whip and single flip whip losing out to Andreu Lacondeguy’s 360 flatspin seatgrab indian air. MTBR has more… Bicycle.net: Lance’s next throwdown: The Ironman triathlon in Kona. This is great stuff, bringing international attention to niche sports typically followed largely by the friends and [...]
Posted in Culture, Lance's Chances, Mountain Biking, News Cycle, Rider Down | Tagged Crankworx 2009, Dan Savage, Ironman triathlon, lance armstrong, The Stranger
By Paul Andrews, BI editor on August 17, 2009
Today’s heroes: Septuagenarian cyclists still going strong, an inspiration to all of us callow sexagenarian cyclists. Mark the calendar: Seattle Bike-In is this Sunday at Cal Anderson Park on Capitol Hill. Cycle Killer, qu’est-ce que ce? On September 28, David Byrne will be at Town Hall with his new book, Bicycle Diaries. A $30 ticket [...]
Posted in Mountain Biking, News Cycle, Racing | Tagged Crankworx, Dave Wiens, David Byrne, jill kintner, lance armstrong, Leadville 100, Seattle Bike-In
