Category: News
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Bike Pic Nov 18, some Minnesota biker chicks having a good time
A little damp weather bike touring wont stop these Minnesota Ironman biker chicks from having a good time riding around Washington County.
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Lupine SL-A7 Road Light, out of the box and amazing first impression
I really didn’t know what to expect when I heard we were going to be reviewing Lupine’s new SL A7 light. This is by far the clearest and brightest 900 lumen light I have ever seen. My first experience with their product reinforced everything I have heard and more. Read on to learn more.
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First Impressions of Sealskinz’ Super-visible Halo Overshoe
The pond in my back yard is frozen, the leaves are off the trees and the snow blower is ready. These are all signs that Minnesota is firmly in the act of becoming the ice planet Hoth, as history suggests. Happily, my transition into winter has been cushioned. I have some fine products to test,…
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Bike Pic Nov 14, one more perfect fall bicycle ride
A peaceful Tuesday morning for one more fall bike ride and the perfect time to stop by your local bike shop and see the latest in warm weather gear. Maybe gain some great tips to extend your biking season as cooler temps approach.
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Revolutionary products the Carlito bike lock and Flat Stoppers tire sealant
Each year I go to Interbike to find the most technologically impressive products there. This year was no exception and there were two new products that were created by inventors who looked at a certain problem in a new way. The first is the Rocky Mounts Carlito bicycle lock and the second is the Flat…
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Bike Pic Nov 9, bicycle tourism directors roll out before meetings
At the National Bicycle Tourism Conference in St Pete, FL. this week, tour bike directors from all over the U.S. rolled out for an early morning ride before scheduled BTN workshop sessions begin. Here leading the pack is T.J. Juskiewicz, Director of RAGBRAI.
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Out of the box first impression of Sealskinz’ Halo Glove for winter rides
In a previous article, I talked at length about the Sealskinz’ new Super Light Pro Sock. While Sealskinz as a company began with socks, they have evolved their product line to include headwear and gloves. One of the products that piqued my interest was the Halo glove. It drew my attention because it is a…
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Bike Pic Nov 2, the good times on RAGBRAI this summer
Reflecting back to the good times in the saddle, this biker chick enjoyed her time riding across Iowa on RAGBRAI and all the other great ride opportunities that took place through the summer of 2017.
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Bike around Saint Cloud and discover all the parks and trails
The sun is warming the morning air as you ride along the Mississippi River Trail through St. Cloud, then you notice a change in scenery as you pass a group of buildings and realize it’s St. Cloud State University and across the Mississippi River is the popular Munsinger/Clemens Gardens. This is an area prime for your…
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Bike Pic Oct 28, mountain biking fun in the snow is here again!
Is mountain biking in the snow season really here to stay in the upper Midwest? With temps hovering in the low 30’s, including rain and snow over the next several day it maybe time to get the fatty out and prepare for some winter riding fun.