Gears 13 posts
Bike gear selection guide: Optimal gear ratio setting tips
"The right gear is not just about speed, but about matching the machine to the terrain and the rider's specific mission." Selecting the right gear…
nz helmet law cycling: Guide to proper fit and safety
"Safety is not an accident, but a result of following established protocols and protective standards." To comply with legal requirements in New…
Netherlands bike touring guide: Planning your journey
"The Dutch lead the way in cycling, providing a blueprint for how integrated networks can change mobility." The Netherlands bike touring guide begins…
How did professional selection work in the past?
"The gear we choose defines the rider we become on the track." Vintage BMX race gear relies on mechanical simplicity and durability to withstand the…
West Coast bike share ops: How to manage fleet integration
"The deployment of a clean energy public transit system such as Citi Bike coincides with the sixth IPCC report on mitigation's call for an increase…
Bike share system tech: Guide to high-use urban cycle design
"The first proposed expansion in 2008 faced delays from both natural disasters and technological hurdles, setting the stage for modern urban…
BMX racing fair play rules: 18-22 weekends guide
"The first is the 20 inch ISO 406mm wheel bicycle." Understanding the technical requirements of BMX racing ensures that every rider competes on a…
Dutch bike infrastructure: Guide to high usage
"Increasing physical activity is a public health 'best buy,' and cycling is a 'highly suitable activity' for this purpose." Dutch cycling…
Official cycling record gear for 349 miles
"The distance by road using the traditional route is 349 miles 562 km and the records are maintained by the Road Records Association." To establish…
Dutch bike usage rate analysis: How cycling is best
"The bicycle is not just a vehicle; it is a fundamental part of the rhythm of Dutch life." In the Netherlands, cycling serves as a primary method of…
Swiss military bike history: 57 cm Guide to frame design
"The strength of the machine was measured not by its speed, but by its ability to carry the weight of a soldier's duty across rugged terrain." The…
How did the initial proposal lead to the first rides?
"The first proposal for a bike sharing network in New York City was made in 2008, setting the stage for a massive urban transit shift." The expansion…