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For all those who do not want to go cycling without their mobile phones, GPS, MP3 players and other electronic devices and do not have access to a stationary charging station comes the "bike mobile" E-WERK. If the compact device is connected to the hub dynamo, the electricity generated by the cyclist's muscle power does not have to be used by only the lighting fixtures but can alternatively be processed by E-WERK. The energy is given off via two included connection cables that tinkerers can equip with plugs suited to their individual applications. Alternatively, the user employs an also included USB cable - the standard connection par excellence that offers compatibility with a wide range of devices - making sure that his electronic equipment does not run out of power while he is on the way. A small stylus that is housed at the bottom of E-WERK is used for adjusting two turning knobs controlling voltage (2.8 to 13.3 V) and current (0.1 to 1,5 A) quickly and variably for a...

Brett, Taylor and I decided to do the century. Highlights: 100 miles 14.2 mph average 5300 feet climbing Cleared 2 of the three hills without stopping. I rode the 16% grade climb at mile 69. Humidity hovered in the 70-90% range Lunch at Liberty Bell in Bremen. Paid back the waitress from last year for the tip I couldn't afford. Rained three times for short periods I caused a small stamped by mooing at the cows. We stopped 5 miles from finish to allow a skunk mommy and four babies to cross the road.

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Nokia unveiled on Thursday a bicycle-powered phone charger. The Nokia Bicycle Charger Kit, which can be attached to any bicycle, powers up from the pedaling motion of the bike's rider. A dynamo--the electricity generator--is powered by the front bicycle wheel as a rider pedals and transfers electricity to a charger attached to the handlebar, which a phone plugs into. "To begin charging, a cyclist needs to travel around six kilometers per hour (four miles per hour), and while charging times will vary depending on battery model, a 10-minute journey at 10 kilometers per hour (six miles per hour) produces around 28 minutes of talk time or 37 hours of standby time. The faster you ride, the more battery life you generate," Nokia said in a statement. The charger can be used to power any Nokia phone with a 2mm power jack, according to Nokia. more...

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The CLIX bicycle wheel release system, winner of a Eurobike Design Award, is an innovative quick release system that makes taking your bikes front wheel on and off faster, easier and more intuitive. The development of this new technology was inspired by the frequent misuse of the traditional quick release system. Bicycles with the CLIX QR from CLIX Systems, Inc. are revolutionizing the cycling industry from the casual rider to the performance racer. More here

WHO DO YOU RIDE FOR? STICKERS $10 USD * Take your own fight to the streets with the same bike-safe decals Lance and Team RadioShack use. Available for you to customize with the name of whoever you ride for. *  100% of proceeds go to LIVESTRONG *  Tax & shipping to be calculated at checkout BUY THEM HERE!

Riders: 18 at start, 17 after first flat in the park, 16 riders by the time we made it out to the west side. Flat at Goodale Park before making it down the street Insane clown posse wannabes in a busted up BMW harassed us on the west side. Stopped at COSI for the weigh-in (see pics) Gauchos for 2for1 taco night. Big Run for coasting races Audubon park Tip Top for food and drink 22.5 miles (others mileage may vary)

HOOT-Heart of Ohio Tour-Budget Tour Saturday, June 5th 7:30-9AM Gloryland Nazarene Church off Coonpath Road, Carroll Ohio. Scenic tour in the Lancaster and Fairfield county area. Roads will be marked and maps provided. 38-100 miles. Longer routes are hilly. Budget Tour. $2 member, $4 non-member. Al Moore 740-756-9218 Donna Bush 614-506-8294 bikedonna AT sbcglobal.net

Despite accidents, bicycling getting safer Increase in riders may heighten awareness Monday, May 31, 2010   02:50 AM BY  BILL BUSH THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH Last summer, Greg Yoakum was riding his bike about 25 mph through Hilliard when a car traveling the opposite direction turned left across his path, sending him crashing into the windshield and then onto the road. He was one of the 269 bicycle-vehicle crash victims in Franklin County in 2009. His right arm had a cut 8 inches long and 3 inches wide. He injured his lower back and sustained a 4-inch contusion on his right leg. He left the hospital using a walker, which he needed for a few days. "I completely went up onto her windshield, smashed her windshield, and was taken by ambulance to the hospital," said Yoakum, 37. continue...

Tuesday Night Ride - 7pm start at Goodale Park - route changes weekly - Like it at the  Facebook page Heart of Ohio Tour (HOOT) - June 5 - More info here

Most parents think that as long as their child is wearing a helmet, they've done their job. The truth is, a helmet that's not worn correctly may not protect the way it should. All the complicated adjustments have been made on our end so there's less tugging and adjusting to do on your end. True Fit goes on right-and stays that way. It's a new level of helmet protection. One that ensures true peace of mind. *Provided by Safe Kids Worldwide bell website is here

Any dyed-in-the-wool road junkie will tell you: Steel is real. It’s the most refined, resilient, lively frame material ever. It is the benchmark for ride quality. Granted, flyweight carbon and lightweight aluminum are tough to beat on race day, when weight and stiffness are paramount. But our steel bikes are perennial sellouts, and that’s because of the ride, because we know how to make them work.  Steel sings over pavement, with a resonance and springy liveliness that rewards crank-blurring spin-meisters and  big-gear mashers alike. Factor in our award-winning geometry, and it’s an unbeatable combo. Year after year. more here.... Editor's note: My little brother called me yesterday to tell me he picked up one of these for himself and his fiance. Looks like a nice bike for the price.

Contact: Tel: 614-222-0017 Email: b1bicycles@gmail.com Web: www.B1bicycles.com What: 2010 Pelotonia Discount program W hy: To reward fundraisers when they purchase high quality bicycles and accessories from B1 Bicycles and to involve the shop and its employees in fundraising efforts. When: Beginning June 1st and continuing until August 19th, 2010 Where: B1 Bicycles 124 E Long St Columbus, Ohio 43215 Discount: 5% off of any bike $949 and up, 15% off of bicycle and triathlon clothing and shoes B1 Bicycles will be offering a discount for committed 2010 Pelotonia riders starting June 1st 2010. B1 Bicycles offers high quality bikes and clothing from Cannondale, Bianchi, Blue, Kuota, Sugoi, Orca, Louis Garneau, SIDI and Mavic. All bikes are built to the highest possible standards from factory trained mechanics. In addition to the discount B1 Bicycles offers free lifetime tune-ups and adjustments to all of its bicycles sold, and offers a free floor fitti...

Highlights - 20+ riders at start Johnnies Tavern - coldest beer in town and home of the Superburger. Shrum Mound The beach Almost stopped at a cool cemetery (democracy overruled) Franklinton Audubon Park on peninsula 20 miles total I want to thank the riders for wearing helmets and bringing lights. Please keep in mind this ride has always been geared towards adult riders who can ride 15-20 miles at an average of 12+ mph.

Memorial Day West Virginia Century Ride with Danny Chew Big Bang Bicycles presents Chew on 100 Miles Century Ride: When: Memorial Day - May 31, 2010 - 7 am start Where: Washington Blvd. Track/Oval where the ACA holds criterium races and the Dirty Dozen starts/finishes. Route: West of Pittsburgh to and from West Virginia. No Dirty Dozen climbs, but it will be hilly. No Registration fee for this first time held event Bring your own snacks, and there will be at least two food stops at grocery stores (bring money). 100 Miles total distance NOTES: Since Google maps only allowed me to make limited changes on their maps, I had to use 4 maps instead of 1. Please feel free to print out the 4 Google maps of the route or program them into your GPS. I will be leading the route, but it is good to know the route in case we get separated. About 36 miles into the ride, we will have our first food stop in the town of Burgettstown, PA. at the IGA supermarket with a McDonalds besi...

Highlights 40+ riders (rode mostly with Tommy and Al) 74 miles total, averaged 16.5mph, 2000+ feet climbing Rode through Tappan Lake area Dennison Dover New Philadelphia Tuscarawas Deerville