Guzzi “Running When Parked” A Tough Call
This one has me stumped. This '82 Moto Guzzi V50 Monza looks like it is all there and the asking price isn't crazy high. So why do I hesitate? While the ad doesn't state it,…
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Antagonizing Motorists Does Not Improve Rider Safety
I’ve noticed a number of well-meaning experts touting the use of pool noodles by cyclists to keep motorists from passing too closely. I believe this is bad advice that may be counter productive and potentially…
The Major Flaw in Brigham Young University’s E-Bike Paper Revealed
A flood of headlines last week appeared to be clickbait because of their preposterous claims. The articles from Outside, The Verge, Men’s Health, KSL.com, Adventure Journal and Electrek referenced a study from Brigham Young University…
How Much Trail Do You Use In An Hour? (A Trail User Speed Comparison)
Four major user groups share unpaved recreation trails designated for non-motorized use; hikers, trail runners, equestrians and mountain bikers. A change in California law (that other states may adopt) has permitted electric-motorized bikes access to…
Harley-Davidson Adventure Prototype Nails It (UPDATE)
November 6, 2019: Cycle News is reporting that Harley-Davidson is showing a prototype dubbed the Pan America. While this is still a prototype, it looks closer to a production model than the photos first leaked…
Italian Harley-Davidson Needs More Than “Very Little” To Get Running Again
This is a cool old bike that looks like a fun project. The owner claims it will require “very little” to get the bike running. Technically, that may be true. Still, a running motor is…
The 2019 Mike Nosco Memorial Bicycle Ride 11 Years Strong
Last week we had hurricane-strength winds, major power outages and wildfires that seemed to negatively impact every family in California. Well, all that changed on Sunday November 3rd because it was time for the 11th…
Buyer Beware: You Can’t Get This Electric Motorcycle For $99
Please don’t fall for this scam. The ad is posted to my Facebook feed and it shows what appears to be a $3900 Luna Sur Ron X Bike for $99. How can they do it?…
The E-bike Battle Is Now Between Bicycle And Motorcycle Companies
It seems like every month another motorcycle company jumps into a crowded field of bicycle companies offering electric-motorized bicycles. Italy's Ducati Motorcycles, who offered a single E-bike model in 2019, expands their 2020 selection to…
Mike The Talking Bike For Bicycle Safety
Mike the Talking Bike was used by the State Patrol for bicycle safety education statewide. Jerry Dickson of Owatonna, creator of the program, is pictured sixth from the left.