Good looking urban cycling clothes are hard to find. We’ve got some different options for you to check out if you want to wear jeans and jackets that can withstand the wear and tear.
You’ve seen some items in our store, but we wanted to show you what it looks like in action.
Our handsome mechanic Tom is rocking the Cadence Prism jacket, a 90s inspired nylon/fleece jacket that can withstand the wind and has a subtle drop to keep the small of your back coovered, and the Swrve Cordura Trim Fit Waxed Canvas pants. Perfect for this windy/rainy/overcast weather that seems to be making a cameo every few days in Boston.
The back pocket is the perfect size for a U-lock.
Close up of the Nylon/Fleece jacket. And, of course, Tom.
Interior pants detail.
We’ll be featuring more clothing every week, check back to see our suggestions as the weather changes!
Ben came to us today with a problem: his bike got run over while locked up on the side walk and he needed a new one. As a bike messenger and Boston Bike Messenger Association Vice President, obviously a bicycle is not only a means of transportation and a friend; it’s a necessity.
“I would borrow my friend’s bikes, but they were all custom, really nice bikes, I couldn’t ride how I normally do,” said Ben.
While Ben’s Budd frame is being repaired, he wanted a solution that was his.
That’s when he saw the Charge Scissor frame.
He was attracted to the frame for a variety of reasons.
“It looks nice, and I wanted something I could ride downtown and really beat on. I can go down stairs without a worry!”
Tom building up the Scissor with a Sugino crankset and Eastern Bikes BMX Pedals.
Ben took it out for a test spin and loved the geometry.
“It’s fast and comfortable, I’m going to have a lot of fun with this!”
For more information on the BBMA click here.
We’ve added a few bikes to our line up with multiple speeds. If you’re looking for a bike to ride around town with more than one speed and won’t break the bank, these bikes are definite must test rides.
Introducing the Jamis Coda Sport, Commuter 1 and Ventura.
Jamis Coda Sport. This commuter is great for riding to and from work or going on longer rides.
Reynolds Double butted chromoly tubes.
These bikes come complete with 32c Vittoria Randonneur tires, a wonderfully durable tire that makes for a smoother ride.
Jamis Commuter 1. An 8 speed bike equipped with full fenders, rear rack and a chainring mounted pants guard to make your ride around town comfortable.
…and it comes with a wonderful bell on its flat sweeping bars.
And last but certainly not least:
Jamis Ventura Road bike. Aluminum road bike you could ride either in, out of, or around the city.
The wheels come with Formula hubs.
We just finished this Custom Build Cinelli Gazzetta for Ethan. We built it up dual duty fixed gear and single speed. Ethan chose a classic assortment of parts that really look great on the frame.
Cinelli Gazzetta Frameset
Velocity Aero Rims
Superb Hubs
IRD Crankset
White Industries Freewheel
All City Stainless Cog
All City Lockring
Sram PC1 Chain
Vittoria Randonneur Tires
Nitto Handlebar
Brooks Slender Grips
Mks Sylvan Pedals
Brooks Toe Straps
Paul Love Levers
Campagnolo Veloce Brakeset
Nitto 65 Seatpost
Brooks B17n Saddle
Velo Orange Stem
Pro-Pulsion Headset
If you’ve been riding around Boston long enough, you’ve probably seen a man drumming and occasionally tapping a cow bell on his bike.
Well, here he is:
Meet Greg.
“I started drumming in Middle School with a Marching Band, then I ended up going to BU Bikes and seeing Galen, the creator of the group with a drum set on his bike. I thought, ‘I could do this!’ and I did. After the first few times of almost dying I got the hang of it. We would go to critical masses and even drum during the Midnight Marathon bike ride.”
If you’re into group rides, you’ve probably experienced Greg’s drumming.
“Group rides are great. It’s a cool way to explore the city and meet people who enjoy riding bikes. I really enjoy (and still frequent) Critical Mass. Sometimes people are suprised when they find out I really enjoy Critical Mass, but honestly a really big bike ride with 100 people is guaranteed fun no matter what. I also go out every Wednesday for the Wednesday Social Ride ”
(Photo Provided by Greg)
Greg’s love for group rides inspired him to create a special Boston Marathon Midnight ride.
(Photo by Albert Mena)
“There was a Thursday Midnight Ride awhile back where lots of people would show up, and I wanted to start something similiar again. I had friends who were talking about running the marathon the night before and that planted the idea in my mind to combine the marathon and bike ride. I brought it up to the BU Bikes meeting and told people about it and they all thought it was awesome.”
Check out video of 2011 Midnight Bike Ride
In its second year, the marathon ride is an incredible success.
“We had people get to the trains at 9 PM this year, there were 100 people at 9:30. Together we totaled 700 people who participated in the bike ride, and over 600 who used the MBTA system to get to Hopkinton. I want people to ride bikes and make friends. I guess it’s working!”
(Photo by Albert Mena)
For more information on the Midnight Marathon ride, click here
