Schwalbe Durano Bicycle Tires

Schwalbe Durano Tires Note: Photos of My Schwalbe Durano Tires Below This is less of a review and more of a preview as I have not ridden these tires.  I just purchased  the Schwalbe Durano’s to replace my Specialized Fatboys.  I considered the Continental Ultra Gatorskins, the Specialized All Condition II Pro’s, and Michelin WildRun’R Advance. Why [...]

Written on March 19, 2010 | Posted in Reviews | No comment

Kool Stop Tire Bead Jack

Take the Pain out of Mounting Bicycle Tires with the Tire Bead Jack The Kool Stop Tire Bead Jack is an amazingly simple idea put into practice. This is one of those tools that you use once then wonder why you did buy it years ago! I was really amazed at just how easy tires [...]

Written on March 19, 2010 | Posted in Reviews | No comment

Recumbent Bicycle Manufacturers

Who Makes Recumbent Bikes? For Recumbent Trikes use the “Trikes” Tab or this link >>> Recumbent Trikes For many the quest to discover what’s out there will lead directly to recumbent bicycle manufacturer’s sites. Bicycle dealers with experience and broad lines can be few and far between for those of us not fortunate enough to [...]

Written on November 19, 2008 | Posted in Bike Manufacturers | 8 comments

RideKick Push Trailer

Have you seen the RideKick Electric Push Trailer? If you have or have not you’ll still want to read more of my opinions on what might make or break this product and this company.  RideKick in my opinion is a fantastic idea and a well engineered product (on paper anyways). The concept of pushing one’s [...]

Written on April 24, 2012 | Posted in Bike Manufacturers | No comment

Bike Plans

Build your own Recumbent Bike or Trike Contribute to this page by submitting links to sites you find that offer information on building recumbent bikes. Bentech Recumbent Bike Plans – Plans “blueprints” if you will are available for two models a SWB and a LWB. Steve’s Recumbent Bicycle Project – Listed here instead of on [...]

Written on March 12, 2012 | Posted in Plans | 3 comments

Plano Toolbox for Bike Tools

Note: Scroll down to see photos of the Plano Toolbox after the article below. For some time I’ve wanted to get a good toolbox for my growing collection of bicycle tools. Years ago I purchased a Plano Tackle box that I’ve used as a toolbox for household repairs. I really like the design and size, [...]

Written on February 8, 2012 | Posted in Reviews | No comment

Schwalbe Kojak 559 x 50 (26×2) Folding Tire Review

The Schwalbe Kojak Folding 26 x 2.0  bicycle tire (Photos at end of article) has been on my mind for quite some time as the best replacement choice for the rear of my Recumbent Mid Racer in order to smooth out the ride while at the same time keeping the weight down and the rolling [...]

Written on August 21, 2011 | Posted in Reviews | No comment

Schwalbe Kojak Tires Where to Buy in USA

I asked myself this question several times over the past 2 months as I did search after search online for Schwalbe Kojak Tires that are actually available and in stock. And while I found a few wire bead versions in the size I was looking for 26 x 2.0 the folding version seems to be [...]

Written on July 24, 2011 | Posted in Uncategorized | No comment

JensonUSA Sucks – Shipped me Used Parts!!!

UPDATE: AFTER A MONTH AND A DOZEN OR SO EMAILS I FINALLY GOT MY REFUND IN FULL. Until recently I was a long term customer of JensonUSA having made several past purchases without incident.  I am absolutely astounded at what they tried to pull on me, and the way they responded to their con. Instead [...]

Written on July 12, 2011 | Posted in Uncategorized | No comment

Avid Brakes Single Digit 7 V Brake Review

I just bought an Avid Single Digit 7 V Brake because I recently upgraded my front fork to allow for a larger diameter wheel and the old Tektro Mini V’s are too short to work properly.  If you are looking for a quality well priced and very effective rim brake for your bicycle then Avid [...]

Written on July 6, 2011 | Posted in Uncategorized | No comment