A great bike light is essential for cycling – both for seeing, and for being seen. But with so many bike lights on the market, how do you choose the best one? This post explains all the key factors to choose the best bike light for bike commuting. Related Post: 7 of the Best Bike Lights for Night Riding and Commuting Is the bike light bright enough? The ideal bike light must … [Read more...]
9 Useful Tips for Women Bike Commuters
In my experience being a woman bike commuter has some extra challenges. I've figured out some ways to deal with them - here are my top 9 useful tips for women bike commuters! When Joe decided to commute to work by bike he took a deodorant and a couple of extra shirts to work, bought a Gortex rain jacket (read his review of the 7 best waterproof cycling jackets here) and … [Read more...]
3 of the best bike lights for commuter cyclists – Light & Motion Urban 350 vs. CatEye Volt 800 vs. NiteRider Lumina 750
This post compares 3 of the best bike lights: Light & Motion Urban 350 vs. CatEye Volt 800 vs. NiteRider Lumina 750. All 3 of these bike lights used to cost a lot more, but their prices have come down recently. All 3 are now excellent bike lights for very reasonable prices. Use our comparative chart of 3 of the best bike lights to compare these bike lights for commuter … [Read more...]
Bike share is about transport – not profit!
I am a Vancouverite, born and raised in the city. I believe Vancouver is one of the most beautiful cities in the world, as confirmed by recent livability reports. I also believe that Vancouver is populated by educated, eco-conscious and health conscious people who are committed to preserving this treasure for future generations. So, why is it that people continue to resist any … [Read more...]
Boycott Victoria Businesses that Oppose Bike Lanes!
In the lovely city of Victoria on Vancouver Island, design of its first (long overdue) protected two-way bike lane is taking shape. The design calls for the loss of 32 parking spots. In reaction, local merchants have submitted a petition opposing any protected bike lanes that compromise parking. Here is one of the proposed bikes lanes for Victoria. It's just painted lines - not … [Read more...]
