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Faves From SPIN London Urban Cycle Show

Guest // gear, style
Earlier this month, I visited the SPIN London Urban Cycle Show – the world’s first urban-focused, consumer bicycle show and festival. With the event set at the Old Truman Brewery in  trendy Brick Lane, London’s answer to New York City’s East Village, my anticipation [...]
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Chic Helmet Totes: Give Love Cycle

Susi // accessories, fashion
The arrival of Capital Bikeshare in 2010 not only introduced Washington DC residents to a new public transit option, but it also changed Debra Zusin’s life. The 31-year-old lawyer had done some trail riding, but bike share, combined with improving infrastructure and more cyclists on [...]
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Ingenious Picnic Baskets for Bicycles

Susi // accessories, design
As temperatures rise and thoughts turn to al fresco dining, creative minds have been working overtime on inventive picnic baskets for bicycles. The Springtime concept (above) by Dutch designer Jeriël Bobbe, lets riders transport food, cups, dishes and utensils to their favorite idyllic spots in [...]
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DucksDay Rain Suit Stack

Rain Gear for the Littlest Bike Passengers

Susi // accessories, gear
As April ushers in spring showers, rainsuits for children are the answer to keeping the littlest bicycle passengers happy and dry. That’s why we’re smitten with the whimsically named, waterproof and windproof designs from the Belgian company Ducksday. Sized for ages 6 months to 5 [...]
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Giro New Road Urban Cycling Collection Debuts

Susi // accessories, gear
The most exciting new entry into urban cycling apparel for men this spring? It’s the Giro New Road collection of tops, shorts and outerwear that seeks to “redefine the silhouette of cycling” by giving everyday riders options beyond close-fitting, Spandex cycling kits. For example, the [...]
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Moynat Paris Promenade

Petite Getaway: Bicycle ‘Promenade’ in Paris

Susi // fashion, film
Didn’t make it to Paris Fashion Week? Neither did we. But we found a petite getaway in a Paris bicycling video by Mary Clerté that celebrates the luxury trunk and leather-goods maker Moynat. We can practically smell the croissants and hear the whisper of the [...]
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Bobbin Birdie Leopard Print

Wild Ride: Leopard Print Bicycle Accessories

Susi // accessories, fashion
From Audrey Hepburn’s fur hat in the film Charade to decorating legend Elsie de Wolfe’s signature upholstery to the streets of Paris Fashion Week right now, leopard prints feel simultaneously exotic and classic. Bobbin Bicycles’ recent introduction of a limited-edition, safari-print Birdie (above) inspired us [...]
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Nabee Compression Socks: Treat for Sore Feet

Susi // accessories, gear
Cyclists, triathletes, runners, pregnant women or anybody who stands for long periods can potentially benefit from compression socks to help fight sore legs and feet. These snug accessories help enhance circulation, prevent fluid build-up and flush waste products for quicker recovery after exercise. Trouble is, [...]
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Overade Folding Bicycle Helmet Debuts

Susi // accessories, gear
As interest in city cycling continues to boom, driven by efficiency, economy, health benefits and sensitivity to the environment, the ingenious design of the Overade folding bicycle helmet is news to cheer about. Although the styling and features of urban bicycle helmets have improved [...]
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Winter Cycling: 10 Ways to Keep Your Head Warm

Susi // accessories, seasonal tips
Nowhere is winter more cruel to an intrepid city cyclist than to the extremities, with the head and face perhaps most vulnerable. After all, you can cocoon and shroud hands and feet, but above the neck the need for unobscured vision and breath on a [...]
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