With all the recent bike talk on the green and the blue, I have a few questions about the feasibility of repurposing abandoned subway tunnels with underground bike paths. [more inside]
posted by dinty_moore on Sep 5, 2009 - 14 answers

How can I fix my fixed gear bike whose rear cog rotates with the chain when I pedal? [more inside]
posted by Hates_ on Aug 23, 2009 - 5 answers

Riding bike from Chicago to Gary, Indiana— what to do in Gary? [more inside]
posted by Sreiny on Jul 11, 2009 - 5 answers

So a friend of mine locked his bike to a city-provided bike post... he came back and the city (Toronto) had torn up the entire sidewalk for 2 blocks, including where he had locked his bike. The workers tossed the bikes aside, some still locked to the posts, but some of the posts broken in two thereby freeing up the bikes. His bike was gone. There was no indication from the city that they were going to do this (signs not to lock your bike, etc.). Police have been called but consider it a "stolen bike" issue... now what? Photos and more inside. [more inside]
posted by You Should See the Other Guy on Jul 1, 2009 - 16 answers

Do you know of any local bike makers in NYC? [more inside]
posted by bluelight on Jul 1, 2009 - 7 answers

Is it possible to fit an ordinary, adult-sized street bicycle into a 2007 Honda Civic? If so, how?
posted by ninotchka on Jun 9, 2009 - 13 answers

I've been doing some research into buying a cheap singlespeed bike. I've been riding a rockhopper for years and recently took a test drive of one and thought it was quite fun. Bikesdirect has been coming up a lot because I am on a tight budget. Has anyone here purchased any of their bikes and if so what did you think of them? [more inside]
posted by concreteforest on Jun 1, 2009 - 8 answers

Bike Filter: I'm looking for a cro-moly steel frame and fork that can handle disc breaks and enough clearance for fenders and has track drop outs with a road bike geometry. [more inside]
posted by wcfields on May 31, 2009 - 12 answers

I want a motorcycle, but I don't know where to start. [more inside]
posted by disillusioned on May 21, 2009 - 39 answers

What do I need to know to be a more efficient bike rider? [more inside]
posted by not that girl on May 7, 2009 - 16 answers

Fixed Gear Conversion / Bike Question: 120mm rear hub. 130mm frame. Solutions? I also have a crank/bb question inside. [more inside]
posted by You Should See the Other Guy on Mar 18, 2009 - 9 answers

Lightweight, performance-oriented boy's 20" mountain bike? [more inside]
posted by mosk on Jan 20, 2009 - 4 answers

My bike just broke spectacularly, while I was riding it. I want to research getting a good, new hybrid bike for city riding. Can anyone recommend good websites for research? [more inside]
posted by thelost on Dec 24, 2008 - 15 answers

I have a budget of $75-$100 for a bike headlight. I am seriously considering NiteRider's MiNewt-USB. Does anyone have any other recommendations, or anecdata about the MiNewt? [more inside]
posted by everichon on Nov 6, 2008 - 19 answers

Help me shorten my new 1.5hr commute, or, recommendations needed for short-hop bicycle-type things [more inside]
posted by armoir from antproof case on Oct 26, 2008 - 13 answers

I'm in Toronto. A bike I want is in Berkeley, CA. I do not know the seller and he refuses to ship (anywhere). I have a relative in Fresno who does not drive but if the bike can get to him, he can ship it to me. Is there a service or something that I can pay to either ship the bike to me or deliver it to my relative? Ridiculous details inside. [more inside]
posted by dobbs on Jul 28, 2008 - 13 answers

Madison folks: I'm moving to Madison soonish, and I'm looking for recommendations. Specifically, I'm interested in finding out about good martial arts schools and beginner-friendly bike shops, though any other recs would certainly be welcome (I know there was a similar thread before, but it's three years old and doesn't address martial arts or bikes much).
posted by Vibrissa on Jul 21, 2008 - 6 answers

Where can I find good used bikes in NYC? [more inside]
posted by jeffsimmermonTWC on Jun 26, 2008 - 7 answers

I will be at Usenix in Boston next week, and want to do a 25-30 mile bike ride one of those evenings. [more inside]
posted by everichon on Jun 16, 2008 - 11 answers

Powder Coating in Toronto... who does a good, fast job for a reasonable price? I want to change the color of a bike frame and fork but using google just gives me a bunch of companies in Mississauga with terrible web sites... I'd love a first hand recommendation if anyone's got one. Also disregarding geography, any advice or caveats regarding powder coating in general? Thanks!
posted by dobbs on Jun 16, 2008 - 6 answers

Looking for bags or similar things that can attach to a bike and easily (without tools) be removed that I can carry stuff in. I currently have a MEC frame bag but it's insufficient, space-wise. I'm also familiar with the Detours bags, but they only carry 5 lbs. Suggestions...? It's important to me that when the item is off the bike, its fastening system isn't still on the bike (like a basket or panniers). Also, if I can throw it over my shoulder (when not on the bike) that's even better. [more inside]
posted by dobbs on Jun 6, 2008 - 16 answers

Fixedgearfilter: I'd like to build a single speed bike, but I have no idea what frame and forks to buy. [more inside]
posted by stackhaus23 on May 27, 2008 - 11 answers

What's the best way to put my new bike on a diet? [more inside]
posted by littlerobothead on May 22, 2008 - 13 answers

Please help me find some safe, beginner-ish bike routes that start out in Williamsburg/Greenpoint, Brooklyn. [more inside]
posted by zoomorphic on May 16, 2008 - 5 answers

So I just bought myself a new single speed bike for my birthday. I'd like to get different bars, pedals, and saddle but need advice... I'm also curious if it's possible to remove the branding decals without damaging the frame... [more inside]
posted by dobbs on May 1, 2008 - 19 answers

{Hipster,Scenester}filter: What's up with all of the kids on fixed gear bikes these days? And why don't they wear helmets? [more inside]
posted by virga on Apr 26, 2008 - 56 answers

Where can I rent/borrow different types of multi-person bicycles in Copenhagen? [more inside]
posted by GalaxieFiveHundred on Apr 16, 2008 - 7 answers

I'm looking for a good read about bicycle randonneuring, in English or French. [more inside]
posted by everichon on Feb 22, 2008 - 12 answers

I am looking for an old, black and white photo (circa early 1900s?) of some French bicycle racers, some with cigarettes dangling from their mouths. [more inside]
posted by everichon on Feb 14, 2008 - 6 answers

Why does the law have a problem with sex with a bicycle? [more inside]
posted by popcassady on Nov 15, 2007 - 21 answers

Is it worth it to get my dad a professional bike fitting? Where in Boston? [more inside]
posted by wyzewoman on Oct 1, 2007 - 10 answers

In the pre Giuliani days there were a lot of used bikes floating around NYC for sale. I've been out of the game for a while and am looking for shops that deal in used bicycles. Slim pickings on craigslist.... Any local NY/NJ riders have a suggestion?
posted by Shanachie on Sep 26, 2007 - 3 answers

Help me find a bike that fits a short guy, who is apparently only short in the legs. [more inside]
posted by averyoldworld on Sep 17, 2007 - 25 answers

Few friends in Germany want to sell customized Harley Davidson Motorcycles **German Drag Style... What is it and what would they need to do? [more inside]
posted by curiousleo on Jul 6, 2007 - 3 answers

I just got hit by a car while riding my bike in Vancouver Canada, what is the next step? [more inside]
posted by Knigel on Jul 1, 2007 - 13 answers

Can I rebuild my lung capacity? And how? In the past two years, I have gone from being a high-level aerobic athlete - one to three hours daily of bike riding or running - to doing almost nothing. The reason? Respiratory problems. It started with asthma, went on to sinus infections, then two cases of pneumonia. I've had two sinus surgeries in the past six months. The good news is I am feeling better. The bad news is that my wind is shot... [more inside]
posted by soulbarn on Jun 29, 2007 - 10 answers

Is it worth rebuilding my racer (bike) or should I just buy a new hybrid/tourer? [more inside]
posted by trinarian on Jun 23, 2007 - 14 answers

After riding today, a couple things started going wrong with my bike, and I'd like to fix the problems myself, if possible. [more inside]
posted by god particle on Jun 7, 2007 - 19 answers

Is a carbon fiber road frame worth the extra expense? I mean I've read loads of pros and cons but does it come down to a slight difference or a major one? I love to go on 15-30 mile rides but I'd like to increase my comfort levels (got a proper fitting and new seat/post so far). [more inside]
posted by mathowie on Jun 2, 2007 - 27 answers

[UsedBicycleFilter] Any tips on buying a used bike? [more inside]
posted by the_arbiter on May 11, 2007 - 14 answers

Chicago Bike Questions: It looks like winter is finally receding and it's time for me to buy a new bike. Looking for advice on stores in Chicagoland and potential models for a relatively novice biker on a short, flat commute. [more inside]
posted by fancypants on Mar 19, 2007 - 21 answers

Two of my bicycles and my work stand (and a bike not mine) were stolen out of my condo building's basement bike storage room. The perps (who we've seen on tape) easily entered the front door of the building twice a few evenings ago. I've got no home owners insurance and the replacement value of the bikes is quite significant. I thought I was pretty much screwed until I recieved a call from the building's developer. He had the door company out to fix the now obvious flaw in the front door. The door company stated that the lock was incorrectly installed and forced entry would have been "impossible" had things been installed correctly. The developer told me that he called his lawyer, and that the lawyer said I could "file against" the company that installed the door (though I'm sure this wasn't official legal advice). [more inside]
posted by ArcAm on Feb 15, 2007 - 6 answers

I've seen the well-balanced cycling board, BikeForums.net, and want to know if are there others that also deal with road bikes, fixies, etc. besides the usual mountain bike chatter. What are they? How about the best deals on cycling gear too?
posted by thebarron on Nov 2, 2006 - 8 answers

I'd like to find an old road bike ripe for conversion to fixed gear on the cheap. Thought it would be easy, as it seems to me there must be a huge cache of these sitting in a warehouse somewhere. (Doesn't WMATA and/or the cops pick these up on a regular basis?). The only source I can find is Craigslist, but that has not been very good, at least not yet. Anybody know of anything better? Police auction? Used bike wholesaler? Or perhaps my expectations are too high? Thanks.
posted by gregoryc on Oct 7, 2006 - 16 answers

My 20+ year old low end racing Trek bicycle is coming back to me. I need to restore it to working condition. I'm going to go to the bicycle kitchen to do the work but before I do that I'd like to read a bit. What books can a mechanically naive cyclist read to learn about tuning a bike?
posted by rdr on Sep 28, 2006 - 5 answers

How do I get sponsors for my new cycling team? [more inside]
posted by fearless_yakov on Sep 6, 2006 - 7 answers

Where besides CafePress can I have a turnkey sticker shop? [more inside]
posted by mikepop on Aug 24, 2006 - 2 answers

My current Fuji road bike has 700x23 tires that have worn out. When replacing tires, do I need exactly the same size or could I go for a 700x25 or a 700x20? What might the difference be? Are there particular tire brands/models that are ideal for durability and general city biking?
posted by cubby on Aug 14, 2006 - 10 answers

Is there a good, easy, or already available way to make an altitude profile from a route in Google Earth? Alternatively, is there another easy (and preferably free) way to do it? [more inside]
posted by JMOZ on Jun 3, 2006 - 9 answers

My wife and I have really started to get into bike riding lately - nothing extreme or long distance, just urban riding (10 miles or less). I have an old Huffy multi-speed that I'd like to dismantle, clean up, and repaint, but I don't know the first thing about bicycle maintenance and dis/assembly. Help! [more inside]
posted by bjork24 on May 27, 2006 - 20 answers