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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 Anne Mathews in Bikes
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 Anne Mathews in Bikes
Courtesy Civia Cycles
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 Shannon Lee in Bikes
Courtesy Pashley
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 Susi Wunsch in Bikes
Courtesy Kona
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 Craig David Long in Bikes
Courtesy Nirve
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 Julie Pennington Hardee in Bikes
Courtesy Linus
Linus Mixte 8 Review
The Linus Mixte 8 is an ideal leisure bike that works well for cruising around town.
May 23, 2012 by Olga Canlas in Bikes
Courtesy Torker USA
Torker Interurban Mixte Review
Torker’s Interurban mixte offers a latter-day take on the classic mixte frame.
May 23, 2012 by Anne Mathews in Bikes
Photo by Ben Johnson
Mixte Bikes Reviewed
Momentum Magazine reviews 6 modern takes on the classic mixte frame.
May 23, 2012 in Bikes
Photo Courtesy of Abus
Hassle-free Bike Locks for Kids
Kid-friendly bicycle locks take out the hassle of keeping sweet rides safe.
May 16, 2012 by Kathleen Wilker in Kids
Get Your Bike Summer Ready with a Tune-up Checklist
Before you take to the streets or trails, use this summer bike tune-up checklist to avoid unwanted bike maintenance problems.
May 15, 2012 by Sarah Ripplinger in Gear
Jason Van Horn
Bike Shop - Huckleberry Bicycles in San Francisco
A new bicycle shop in San Francisco has a wide line of apparel and knows how to cater to women customers.
May 10, 2012 by Sarah Ripplinger in Bike Shops
Courtesy of Elevate Woodworks
Top Bike-Friendly Designs Found on Etsy
Etsy is a great place to shop for unique, one of a kind bicycle accessories and friendly designs.
May 10, 2012 by Charity D'amato in Gear (2 Comments)
David Niddrie
Bike Camping Gear
Learn what camping gear to bring along for your next overnight bike adventure.
May 1, 2012 by David Niddrie in Accessories
Willis Hager and Kati Jenson
Bike Part 101 - What is a Chainring?
Find out the definition of a bicycle chainring.
May 1, 2012 in Gear
Kati Jenson
Evolution of Gear Shifters
Learn about the history of gear shifters.
May 1, 2012 by Ben van Loon in Gear
ZOIC Caprise Capri with Liner
Capri-length cycling shorts with a comfy, women-specific detachable liner.
Apr 27, 2012 by Denise Wrathall in Gear (1 Comments)
Courtesy of Hiplok
A Bike Lock that Doubles as a Belt
Hiplok had the brilliant idea of creating a lock that doubles as a belt. A cycling fashion accessory that screams edgy toughness and practical time-management!
Apr 5, 2012 in Accessories (2 Comments)
Courtesy of Uberhood
A Portable Overhang for Your Ride
Uberhood is an alternative to rain jackets and pants.
Apr 5, 2012 in Accessories (1 Comments)
Courtesy of Rim Stripe
Stripy Bike Rims
Broadcast your individuality and have the coolest bike on the block with rims from therimstripe.com.
Apr 5, 2012 in Accessories
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 Gwendal Castellan in Bikes
Kathleen Wilker
16-inch Wheel Bikes for Kids Ready to Ride Solo
Three bikes we are testing for five-year-olds.
Feb 20, 2012 by Kathleen Wilker in Kids
Opus Scout
At a slightly higher price point than other quality 16-inchers, the Opus Scout stands out by offering the lightest ride and an easy to use handbrake.
Feb 20, 2012 by Kathleen Wilker in Kids
Norco Sparkle
With its alloy frame, the Norco Megablaster/ Sparkle is the lightest of Norco’s 16-inch line.
Feb 20, 2012 by Kathleen Wilker in Kids
Trek Jet 16
This is a well-made bike at a great price point. It will encourage your young rider’s love of cycling and is built to be passed on when your child eventually outgrows it.
Feb 20, 2012 by Kathleen Wilker in Kids
