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Photo by Ben Johnson

Mixte - Vintage Frame Design is the New Trend in Stylish City Bikes

The mixte – pronounced meext in French, but MIX-tee in English – is a step-through frame with a twist.

May 23, 2012 by in Bikes

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Photo by Matthew Doyle

What Makes Mixte Bikes so Strong?

The mixte frame lowers the top tube for clearance and provides rigidity and strength without adding weight.

May 23, 2012 by in Bikes

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Civia Twin City Review

The Twin City Step-Through is an unpretentious city bike that provides an easy, smooth ride and looks good doing it.

May 23, 2012 by in Bikes

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Pashley Penny Review

The Pashely Penny is ideal for a rider looking for a commuting or leisure bicycle that combines reliability with a distinctive aesthetic.

May 23, 2012 by in Bikes

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Kona Roundabout Review

A jack-of-all-trades and aptly named, the Kona Roundabout mixte is as good along a paved park trail as it is darting across town to grab groceries or to meet a friend.

May 23, 2012 by in Bikes

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Nirve Wilshire Mixte Review

The Nirve Wilshire Mixte is a speedy ride decked out with commuter essentials such as fenders, rack and chainguard.

May 23, 2012 by in Bikes

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Linus Mixte 8 Review

The Linus Mixte 8 is an ideal leisure bike that works well for cruising around town.

May 23, 2012 by in Bikes

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Torker Interurban Mixte Review

Torker’s Interurban mixte offers a latter-day take on the classic mixte frame.

May 23, 2012 by in Bikes

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Photo by Ben Johnson

Mixte Bikes Reviewed

Momentum Magazine reviews 6 modern takes on the classic mixte frame.

May 23, 2012 in Bikes

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David Niddrie

What to Look for in a Folding Bike

Is the bike easy to fold and unfold? Can it be rolled around when folded? Can it carry luggage? Find out all of this and more!

Feb 27, 2012 by in Bikes

Bike Friday 1st Class tikit

The 1st Class tikit is Bike Friday’s fastest folding commuter bike with a hyperfold mechanism. It includes a Shimano Nexus eight-speed internal hub, front and rear fenders and a quick transit cover.

Feb 17, 2012 by in Bikes

Dahon Mu N360

Dahon Mu Aluminum frame with NuVinci N360 continuously variable transmission hub with a 360 percent range.

Feb 17, 2012 in Bikes (1 Comments)

Brompton M6L-X

The Brompton tested had titanium forks and chain stays, fenders with mud guards, SON hub dynamo with a Busch & Müller LED front lamp, Easywheels and a 25-liter C Bag.

Feb 17, 2012 by in Bikes (1 Comments)

Origin 8

The Origin 8 has an aluminum frame and comes with a seven-speed derailleur with twist grip shifting, fenders, a rear-mount carrier and Kenda Kwest tires.

Feb 17, 2012 by in Bikes

Tern Link D8

The Link D8 is an eight-speed, 20-inch wheel folding bike with a single pivot point midway on the frame. The kickstand is included.

Feb 17, 2012 by in Bikes

STRiDA LT

This triangular A-frame folding bicycle is one of the most unique in appearance and one of the fastest and easiest to fold and unfold.

Feb 17, 2012 by in Bikes (2 Comments)

Folding Bikes Reviewed

Momentum reviews 6 folding bikes.

Feb 17, 2012 in Bikes (1 Comments)

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Illustration by Douglas Scott

It’s Winter, So Love Your Bike

Basic tips for care and maintenance of your bike in snowy, salty conditions.

Nov 15, 2011 by in Bikes

Breezer Uptown Bike Review

Sarah Ripplinger reviews the Breezer Uptown Infinity, which comes equipped with many built-in features.

Oct 17, 2011 by in Bikes

Opus Novella Bike Review

Katie Millar reviews the Opus Novella, a classic-style aluminum-frame bike in antique blue-green.

Oct 17, 2011 by in Bikes

Linus Roadster Sport

David Niddrie reviews the Linus Roadster Sport, a French-inspired city bike with a steel frame and chromoly down tube.

Oct 17, 2011 by in Bikes

Soma Mini Velo

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Soma Mini Velo Tange CrMo steel

A fun-sized road bike that rides well, perfect for big city riders looking to save some space.

Oct 17, 2011 in Bikes (1 Comments)

Soma Buena Vista Bike Review

Gwendal Castellan reviews the Some Buena Vista, which has a classic mixte frame and a simple and sturdy design.

Sep 30, 2011 by in Bikes

New Bikes for 2012 Preview

Momentum Magazine got a sneak peek of some new bikes that are coming to market starting in fall 2011.

Sep 30, 2011 in Bikes (2 Comments)

The Flying Pigeon in Action

Take a look at the Flying Pigeon on the streets!

Aug 17, 2011 in Bikes

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