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Mercedes Benz Bike Collection
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2007-12-07 14:02:14
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For those of us who strive to practice environmentally sustainability,
yet refuse to sacrifice our German-engineered automobile, Mercedes-Benz
Accessories GmbH along with ADP Engineering GmbH, a top German cycle
manufacturer, have combined forces to create a Folding Bike – the
newest addition to the highly exclusive Mercedes-Benz Bike Collection.
The Folding Bike is everything one would expect from Mercedes-Benz –
yet remains an acceptable option for navigating any urban
environment. A patented mechanism allows the bike to be folding
effortlessly in a two-step process. A quick-release lever near
the seat brings the front and rear wheel together, and a second lever
above the front wheel allows the handlebars to pivot down. At its
most compact, the bike measures 30 x 30 x 10 inches – and may easily be
placed in the truck of a car or stored in a garage or apartment. Even
the rear cargo rack can be used when the bike is folded, and the
seven liter Teflon pannier can be accessed.
As with any Mercedes-engineered product, the Folding Bike’s suspension
system between the aluminum alloy frame ensures the rider will stay
comfortable on nearly any surface. The urban cyclist may navigate
through the city shifting through five gears while remaining safe with
highly efficient brake discs. By Andrew J Wiener.
See also Yamaha Eco Bike
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SWEETSKINZ - Reflective bike tires
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2007-10-26 14:36:07
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When it comes to cycling, combining safety with style is not always easy. However, these new bicycle tires from Sweetskinz merge the two effortlessly. Sweetskinz is a range of nocturnal tires which are light reflective at night.
Unlike
many reflective add-on features, the entire rubber tire itself is
reflective. With urban edge, graffiti inspired patterns such as the
fiery 'Scorch' and the snake like 'Rattleback', riders can be seen at
night in style. by Andy G
see also, pac man bike spokes and hokey spokes
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Bike Dispensing Machines
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2007-08-22 18:04:42
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Here at TCH, we love riding bikes through the
city. There's something immensely pleasing about sailing past scores of
traffic with little more than a push of a pedal. And at the same time,
you're burning the calories, and doing your bit to stay green. But
there's one thing we hate about this simple mode of transport. People
like nothing more than stealing them, damaging them, or driving buses
into them. While your safe at work crunching the numbers, who's looking
after your ride home?
Cue the bike dispensing machine. Brought to you courtesy of bikedispenser.com,
a small firm from Amsterdam, the idea is to help facilitate bike
rentals in urban areas. Cyclists pay a small fee to hire a bike, and
then they can take it where they please. Once they’ve finished, they
can return it either to that machine, or another one across town. And
because they’ve been fitted with RFID tags, they won’t all have been
nicked before you can get one. Now, if only they can do something about those van drivers… By Matt Hussey
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Nexx Helmets (2007 Collection)
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2007-06-12 15:05:41
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We apologise, but the idea of getting on a motorbike and dodging buses and
pedestrians is just not on top of our list of ‘things to do’ before
we die. Mainly because it’ll probably shorten how long we have to get
through our tick-in-the-box achievements. But there is something
inimitably smug in sliding through traffic and being able to park
anywhere you like without fear of some ambitious traffic warden
clamping your wheels.
And now, it’s just got a little bit smugger. Nexx Helmets from the UK have just
released their new collection for 2007. Featuring the Nexx Cross
Aluminium, a dirt bike shaped helmet, equipped with removable inner so
you can make sure your face doesn’t smell like a football boot when
your out and about. It looks pretty good too.
The range features other helmets including the Integral X10. But our
personal favourite is the Nexx Open Face, think Top Gun on the
highstreet. The lightweight frame is perfect for easy carry, and
it knocks the socks off any other helmet we’ve seen recently. Paired
with the other two designs in the range, it’s a bit of a no
brainer between these and the cannonballs most people wear when
scooting round town. By Matthew Hussey
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PINEL & PINEL - LUX BIKE
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2006-06-22 14:07:36
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With everything from designer luxury toilet paper on offer these days, we're not surprised to hear about the luxury bicycle. For those of you not content with a pushbike or mountain bike, Pinel & Pinel, a Paris-based luxury goods manufacturer, has created the 'lux-cycle', available in leather finishes of no less than 51 different colors including chocolate brown and hot pink. It's not all useless fashion,the 'lux-cycle' folds away (into its own custom suitcase) for simple portability. But at just over $6000, we think only Lance Armstrong will be able to afford one. by Billy T
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BIKE PARKING
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2006-02-16 15:51:26
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With petrol prices soaring worldwide, the bike is back stronger than ever as a favored use of transport. When it comes to parking, there is nothing more space saving than a bike, as this new bike rack by Andrian Rovero proves. To drive its space saving point across the rack is molded in the shape of an average car and holds six bikes in one car space.
Aside from its lesson in space efficiency and urban planning, the simple, yet witty design is aesthetically pleasing and humorous to boot. The Mini Cooper version of the rack only holds two bikes . (just kidding) by Billy T
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CYCLING TUBES - TORONTO
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2006-01-26 15:20:03
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Cycling the streets of Toronto in winter has it's pitfalls. Ice Stalactites falling and killing you, Blizzards messing with your speed and killing you and the occasional death by grizzly bear. Well the safest and fastest way to get around a cold city is by tube , and we don't mean London's'. Velo-City is an elevated bikeway, enclosed in tubes to provide protection for all season cycling. The tubes create a natural tail wind which reduces air resistance and increases speed. Cyclists can zip through a network of tubes like lab rats and resurface at various exit points in the street. It's all in the development stages but provides a very bright future to freezing cyclists. by Andy G
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PAUL SMITH - LIMITED EDITION BIKES
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2005-09-27 15:00:00
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Triumph has announced the launch of two Limited Edition Triumph Bonneville T100s by Paul Smith.
Paul Smith is one of Britain's pre-eminent designers, having led many design trends over the years. The firm is a globally based enterprise, and it was established in Nottingham in 1970. As part of the launch of the,Triumph by Paul Smith's Autumn/Winter 2005 clothing and accessory collection, Paul Smith customized nine Triumph Bonneville's T100'a with one-off paint designs.
These nine individually designed bikes were not intended for sale, but to be used as press pieces and global promotional activity. In response to the overwhelming reaction to these special bikes, Triumph has decided to produce two limited edition Paul Smith designs for sale. Inspired by two of the original customized designs, the "Multi-Union" and "Live Fast"¯ models feature special hand-painted bodywork and mock-croc leather seats.
Fifty of each design will be produced for sale globally and each bike will be individually numbered and authenticated with a certificate, signed by Paul Smith and John Bloor, Triumph's owner. The two Limited Edition Triumph Bonneville T100s by Paul Smith have a suggested MSRP of $10,999 and can be ordered through any Triumph dealership on a strictly first come, first served basis.
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THE GO BIKE
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2005-07-19 11:59:37
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What has more fold lines than Cher, a hotter body than Jolie and gets around town faster than Paris Hilton changes boyfriends? The new GoBike from Japan. It's the innovative mobile solution for the modern urbanite.
Unlike other fold ups, this bike is for serious riding. Don't let its good looks fool you, the Gobike is strong, durable and can take a hard ride. It's one size fits all, light weight and ultra funky. The Gobike is set to do to the biking world what Razor did for scooters. by Andy G
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THE BIKAMPER
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2005-07-06 19:00:00
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If Nicole Kidman had one in BMX Bandits, the movie wouldn't have flopped. Introducing BIKAMPER, the most ingenious bike hybrid residence ever created. As biking is becoming one of the most preferred forms of relaxation and recreation worldwide, the good people at Topeak have designed the ultimate in biking/camping, the Bikamper.
The main structure for pitching the tent is infact the Bicycle. Gone are the days of pitching tent poles, the bike frame and front wheel replace the traditional poles completely, resulting in a light weight, small and easily stowed away design.
The materials are of the tent are constructed of light, durable and waterproofed 45D ripstop nylon.The separate fly is made of a fully waterproofed 70D nylon construction, offering an additional layer of protection from the elements along with two ventilation windows that double as a skylight for a little star gazing. The design of the tent merges simplicity with sophisticated interpretation, producing a highly specific and very pure functional aesthetic. Perfect for one, the bikamper is re inventing the term Mobile Home. by Billy T visit:topeak.com |
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