Today in Portland, Davidson Handbuilt Bicycles debuts the Hotspur frameset. In an age of single-season-use carbon frames built built for some Pro Tour rider and…
February 2008
Brakes on a Keirin Bike
Five years ago few people knew the difference between Kirin and keirin. But the traditional, steel track bikes used in the Japanese professional racing circuit…
Orange Bikes Arrested!
Captions? Here’s mine “Fashion Police impound all orange bikes!” Uploaded to Flickr by fixedgear. More from the Bike Hugger Photostream.
Electric Bike Reviews
A reader wrote Does bike hugger have any reviews or suggestions for an electric bike I could use for my work commute. Thanks. Bettie is…
RideCivil Feb08— 2/15/08, 5:30, Westlake
Well, RideCivil’s taken a bit of a winter break but it’s time to get back in the saddle and ride. Come join us for a…
Bike Hugger Beer & BBQ @ SXSW
Bike Hugger is hosting a bike community event at SXSW this year with rides, a barbecue, and all-around fun times. Of course, you’re all invited!…
Green Lanes and the Right Hook in Seattle
The Seattle Times had a big article on bike safety and infrastructure yesterday. The focus was mostly on the danger cyclists face from traffic turning…
Off the bike
The Bike Hugger, outside his natural habitat … Note that Pam called me pussy foot and I said, “the rocks were rough” and to “shut…
Sheldon Brown Stories
A reader just tipped us that Sheldon Brown has died. Very sad news and I paused before writing a post, thinking that someone who’s been…
Test: Nokon brake and shifter housing
Nokon segmented aluminium cable housing has been on the market for a number of years; I’ve used it myself for at least 4 yrs. It’s…