Folding Bike – Urban Simplicty

1898 Fongers Military Bicycle

I think this photo is so interesting; it was found at this flicker photostream. Here’s what the caption says about it: “1898 Fongers militairy bicycle, this bicycle could be separated in two peases [sic]. Picture came out of a recently discovered crate from the old Fongers-factory filled with glass negatives. What you see is alsoContinue reading “1898 Fongers Military Bicycle”

Things That Can Be Carried On A Bike (#61)

A pint of seafood gumbo.A couple slices of bread.A bottle of water.(Dinner!)

Things That Can Be Carried On A Bike (#58)

A really big zucchini.

Things That Can Be Carried On A Bike (#55)

Two large cardboard boxes.A bottle of wine minus one glass (in the water cage).A paper bag containing a soiled t-shirt (front rack).A U-lock (front rack).A canvas shoulder bag (which I wore). (It’s amazing what a little duct tape can do.)

Things That Can Be Carried On A Bike (#54)

A two pound can of coffee.Two reusable hot/cold compresses. (I have to say that it is a little more challenging carrying things on this little folder, but it is also a lot of fun…it’s also equipped with a hitch to pull a trailer when things get a little bulky.)

Things That Can Be Carried On A Bike (#47)

Three large cans.A rolled up shirt in a bag.

Mini-Cargo Bike

I rode my Dahon today for the first time in a few months…it felt good. It was such an odd feeling after riding “the Mule” and the Yuba all winter. The Dahon, with it’s short wheel base and 20″ wheels, feels almost like a sports car (was I going thorough a mid-life crises when IContinue reading “Mini-Cargo Bike”