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Special Air Package on AmaWaterways 2015 Seine River Cruise
Europeanbarging is offering the opportunity to experience a river cruise on the Seine River in France with discounted air from New York. - March 12, 2015 - Europeanbarging
First Serial Solar Electric Bike Worldwide
The first self-sufficient Series E-bike with fully integrated solar panels for charging. - March 09, 2015 - LEAOS
Builders Site Protection Announced Today That They Are Donating Trail Signage Materials at the New Fat Biking Trails Area in Bend, Oregon
Builders Site Protection announced today that they are donating trail signage materials at the new Fat Biking trails area in Bend, OR. Fat bikes are souped-up all-terrain bikes that are primarily used for snow travel but have become increasingly popular for shredding trail and cruising on beaches... - March 05, 2015 - Builders Site Protection
European Bicycle Dealer AIKA for Urban Cycling Continue to Expand Brompton Line
California-based European bicycle dealer AIKA for Urban Cycling is continuing to fine-tune its selection of Brompton folding bikes with the introduction of the New Black Special Edition coming in April. This addition is coming off the heels of the recent changes in the Brompton colors, including... - March 04, 2015 - aika trading
Ventum Signs South African Professional Triathlete Kyle Buckingham
Kyle Buckingham, the 2014 IRONMAN Lake Placid Champion and 2013 IRONMAN Age Group World Champion (Kona) is the third professional triathlete signed and announced by Ventum. Buckingham entered his first triathlon in 2009 and turned pro in 2014. Buckingham hails from Port Elizabeth, South Africa,... - February 27, 2015 - Ventum
nextbike Shifts Gears with Launch of Pittsburgh Bikeshare and Other New US Programs, FCC Certification
With dozens of nextbike programs already operating around the globe, the German-based bike sharing firm has obtained FCC certification and will soon deploy systems in the cities of Pittsburgh, West Palm Beach, Weehawken and Hoboken. - February 15, 2015 - nextbike, Inc. | nextbike GmbH
Ventum Signs 2014 Lifetime Series Champion Alicia Kaye
Alicia Kaye, the 2013 Toyota Triple Crown champion, 2013 St. Anthony’s Triathlon champion, and repeat Lifetime Fitness Series champion (2013-2014), has been named as the first triathlete on the Ventum roster. Ventum is developing the world’s fastest triathlon bicycle; it requires... - February 14, 2015 - Ventum
Spiceroads Cycle Tours Launches Bicycle Tour in Madagascar
Discover unique species of animals and plants as you cycle and hike through a country so incomparable to anywhere else in the world it is dubbed the "eighth continent." - February 13, 2015 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
AIKA Trading Announces the Arrival of the Yepp Junior in North America
With the arrival of the Yepp Junior in the North American market, Yepp is the only line of child bicycle seats that offers a solid child bicycle seat solution for each age group. Yepp, already known for being the only brand to offer a range of adapters that make the seats suitable to 95% of all... - February 05, 2015 - aika trading
Ventum Developing World’s Fastest Triathlon Bicycle
Ventum is developing triathlon bicycles that are lighter, faster and more technologically advanced than the competition. Co-founders Diaa Nour and Jimmy Seear are taking a radical approach to create the world’s fastest triathlon bicycles and to pioneer the future of speed. Ventum leverages... - February 04, 2015 - Ventum
Turner Bicycles Unleashed King Khan
Turner Bikes annouces production of new fat-bike full-suspension mountain bike model named King Khan. - February 03, 2015 - Turner Suspension Bicycles
Get Away on a "Pop-Up" 340 Km Cycle Tour This Chinese New Year
Wind through rice fields, pose with a 130m high Buddha, sample local grape juice and enjoy the ocean breeze as you cycle past some of Thailand’s beautiful beaches. - January 28, 2015 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
AIKA Trading Continues to Expand Brompton Folding Bikes’ Line
California-based European urban bicycle importer and distributor AIKA Trading are continuing to fine tune their selection of Brompton folding bikes with the introduction of the New Black Special Edition coming in April. This addition is coming off the heels of the recent changes in the Brompton... - January 24, 2015 - aika trading
Royal Dutch Gazelle Introduces Two New Lifestyle City Bikes to Their Line of Products
Aika Trading is proud to announce that they are now stocking two brand-new city bikes: the CityZen and the Van Stael. - January 22, 2015 - aika trading
Morocco is First African Tour from SpiceRoads Cycle Tours
SpiceRoads Cycle Tours expands into North Africa with the launch of its first tour in Morocco. - January 21, 2015 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
Aika Trading Announces Yepp Child Bicycle Seats Receive "2014 Good Design Award"
Aika Trading, a successful importer and distributor of high quality European designed bicycling products, announces that both the Yepp Mini and the Yepp Maxi have recently received the “2014 Good Design Award” from The Chicago Athenaeum Museum of Architecture and Design and the European... - January 18, 2015 - aika trading
FZLED Launches Premium LED Bike Torch in Economy - Aerospace-Grade Aluminum Alloy with Black Anodizing
FZtech Inc. is pleased to announce the brand new LED Bike Torch FZL-1210 with handy bracket. The powerful 1W Nichia LED light emits 70 lumens with high intensity beaming spot, offering cost-effective replacement for bike lighting. It is also suitable for use in mountain climbing, hiking, camping,... - January 10, 2015 - FZtech Incorporation
Italiaoutdoors Food and Wine Introduces Custom Private Bike Tours and Other Active Adventures in Italy
Italiaoutdoors Food and Wine introduces distinctive custom private tours in Italy, private bike tours, ski tours, walking vacations and other active adventures individually crafted with your small group in mind. - January 10, 2015 - Italiaoutdoors Food and Wine
Cycle, Trek and Horse Ride Mongolia with SpiceRoads Cycle Tours
SpiceRoads is reaching higher altitudes with the launch of a multi-activity tour across the magnificent rugged plains of Mongolia. - December 15, 2014 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
Spree Wearables Inks Distribution Deal with D&H
Cutting-edge fitness monitor gears up for wide retail launch. - December 09, 2014 - Spree Wearables, Inc.
Jim Dodson Law Celebrates Christmas with Bike Giveaway for Kids
Most children spend all year looking forward to the holidays, but not all of them. With employment being harder to find or keep for many, some parents simply cannot afford to get their children Christmas gifts. But, two, local bicycle-focused businesses want to give these children the Christmas... - December 09, 2014 - Jim Dodson Law
Innovation Direct™ at Helm of Marketing Initiative for Fulton Cycle Invention
An innovative and highly useful improvement on a widely popular bicycle product, the Fulton Cycle, has been developed by John E. Fulton of Memphis, Tennessee. The invention’s unique design provides a conventional “big wheel” bicycle with enhanced functionality. The Fulton Cycle... - December 07, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Innovation Direct™ Tabbed as Official Marketing Representative for Me and My Bike Pal Invention
An innovative and eye catching new bicycle safety accessory geared at children, the Me & My Bike Pal, has been developed by Donna Ollison of Saint Louis, Missouri. The invention’s unique design enables it to serve as both an engaging and effective method of helping to make sure children... - December 05, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Aika Trading Announces Prizewinning Sandwichbike’s Model WF2 at This Year's Dutch Design Week in The Netherlands
This year, Dutch Design Week was held on October 18th, 2014 through to October 26th 2014 in the Netherlands where prizewinning Sandwichbike’s Model WF2 was showcased with other innovative Dutch design. The Sandwichbike is unique thanks to the use of non-traditional and sustainable materials... - November 07, 2014 - aika trading
Royal Dutch Gazelle Introduces Two New Lifestyle City Bikes to Their Line of Products
Aika Trading is proud to announce that they are now stocking two brand-new city bikes: the CityZen and the Van Stael. These two bicycles are characterized by a stylish, sporty design with high-quality components, and a remarkably light weight. The CityZen is a real lifestyle city bike, as well as... - November 07, 2014 - aika trading
The New Yepp Cargo Basket Now Available from Aika Trading
Thanks to the new Yepp Cargo basket from Aika Trading, baskets getting caught on handlebars are now a problem of the past. This new basket, that is both lightweight and foldable, transforms crowded bike racks by easily snapping shut to conserve space. The Yepp Cargo is available in two front... - October 19, 2014 - aika trading
Innovation Direct™ at Helm of Marketing and Licensing Initiative for Carroll Bike Invention
An innovative new product designed to make a common physical activity much safer to learn, the Carroll Bike, has been developed by Keith Carroll of Colorado Springs, Colorado. The invention's unique design enables novice bike riders to enjoy more peace of mind and security when still in the... - October 17, 2014 - Innovation Direct, Inc.
Spree SmartCap Wearable Fitness Monitor Now Compatible on iOS and Android Platforms
Cutting-edge wearable technology also adds Brookstone to retail sales channel. - October 02, 2014 - Spree Wearables, Inc.
Wheel Fun Rentals to Open New Bike and Specialty Cycle Rental Location at Holiday Inn Express in Port Hueneme
Wheel Fun Rentals is opening a new location at the Holiday Inn Express, located right in the heart of Port Hueneme in Oxnard. Wheel Fun Rentals offers guests the opportunity to rediscover the joys of having some old-fashioned outdoor fun, providing activities and rental equipment for people of all... - September 19, 2014 - Wheel Fun Rentals
Aika Trading Successfully Hosts the Grand-Opening of Their European-Import Bicycle Shop
Many European countries, particularly Denmark and the Netherlands, are commonly known for their biking culture that has been a growing fad for over a century. Now, Los Angeles, the city that created drive-ups, drive-ins, and drive-throughs, is slowly beginning to follow the European trend. As more... - September 08, 2014 - aika trading
Aika Trading to Attend Interbike 2014 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas
On September 10-12, 2014, Aika Trading will be hosting a booth (#2045) at the 2014 Interbike Conference at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. They will represent their exclusive brands for North America: Royal Dutch Gazelle, Yepp the award winning child bicycle seats, Egg the new... - September 08, 2014 - aika trading
Ride with Pro Cycling Champion Sean Kelly
Cycle alongside the legendary Sean Kelly, nicknamed "the hard man of cycling," on a SpiceRoads Cycle Tour from Bangkok to Phuket in February 2015. - August 19, 2014 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
The X-Treme XB-504 Electric Bike Introduced by UrbanScooters.com for 2014
UrbanScooters.com is making available the XB-504 moped style electric bike to ebike enthusiasts nationwide. Promotion of this and additional electric bike models will commence throughout the third and fourth quarter of 2014. - August 13, 2014 - UrbanScooters.com, Inc.
SpiceRoads Pioneers Bike Tour from Bangkok to Yangon
This adventure is a first and only SpiceRoads cycle tour from Thailand to Burma on this just opened overland route. - August 09, 2014 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
Georgia Cup Duluth Twilight Criterium to Debut in 2014
New bike race for 2014 that will pit the top professional and amateur riders against each other for a $15,000 prize purse. - July 23, 2014 - City of Duluth
Ecommerce Company Cocoweb Introduces Initial Products from New Line of Sports Equipment
Cocoweb Sport Presents Functional and Innovative Bike Accessories. - July 22, 2014 - Cocoweb
New Bike Light Could Help to Promote Safety During Night Riding Events
With the number of nocturnal biking events growing in popularity, Triumph Innovations has released their Xtreme Bright LED Bike Light which could help to address a major concern. That concern is safety. - July 18, 2014 - Triumph Innovations
Introducing Taste Seattle Food Tour’s Beach, Bikes and Bites Tour
A fun new tour on Alki Beach that combines a flat bike ride along the beach with tantalizing beach cuisine all while learning a little more about the history and culture of this beach neighborhood. - July 09, 2014 - Taste Seattle Food Tours
Newly Announced Software PrettyRoutes Adds Customized Routes to Google Maps
PrettyRoutes adds customized tour routes to Google Maps! MapifyPro - one of the many startups emerging as of late from Cincinnati, Ohio - has proudly announced a new WordPress plugin that they’ve titled PrettyRoutes. Yes, they seem to be fond of mashing two words together and randomly capitalizing in order to form a new word. - July 01, 2014 - PaperTelevision
Pedestrian and Patagonia Partner for Boulder’s Community Cycles
The Pedestrian Shops and Patagonia Footwear Partner to Raise Funds and Awareness for Boulder’s Community Cycles. - June 22, 2014 - Pedestrian Shops
Spree Wearables Introduces “SmartCap” Fitness Monitor
Ditch the chest strap; become a better athlete with one true, comfortable wearable. - June 13, 2014 - Spree Wearables, Inc.
SpiceRoads Launches New Cycle Tour in China
SpiceRoads Cycle Tours launches Karst Peaks of Guilin, a bike tour that is a treat for culture lovers as it boasts plenty of unspoiled traditions, architecture in a magnificent scenery. - June 11, 2014 - SpiceRoads Co., Ltd
Street Savvy Cycling Skills at The Gateway Family YMCA
Free class to learn how to ride in the road and navigate traffic. - June 11, 2014 - The Gateway Family YMCA
Bicycle Accident Victims Have a New Legal Resource
"Florida Bicycle Accident Handbook" by attorney Jim Dodson Reveals Insurance Coverage No Cyclist Can Afford to be Without and What to Do in Case of an Accident. - June 09, 2014 - Jim Dodson Law
VOmax Announces Distribution Agreement with Amazon for Its NBA and MLS Cycling Apparel
VOmax, an online and custom designer, retailer and manufacturer of performance active wear, including sports apparel, announced that it has reached a new agreement with Amazon.com, the world's largest online retailer, to carry its line of National Basketball Association (NBA) and Major League... - June 05, 2014 - VOmax
Road Respect, Car/Bike Safety Program Coming to Moab
May 31st in Moab, the Road Respect Tour swings into town to join the community during a celebration of the Lions Park Transit Hub at the intersection of Hwys 191 and 128. - May 25, 2014 - Moab Utah Travel Council
The Evolution of Electric Bicycle Design & Technology. Industry Review by Top Secret EV a Leader in Light Electric Vehicle Technologies.
Today's e-bikes are svelte and stealth, but that has not always been the case. Let's take a look back at the design history of electric bicycles. - May 23, 2014 - Top Secret EV
Cumberland County to Host the 2014 North Carolina Road Cycling State Championships
The Carolinas Cycling Association (CCA) is proud to announce that Wade NC, Cumberland County, has been selected as the site for the 2014 North Carolina Road Cycling State Championships, June 14 -15. - May 15, 2014 - Cross Creek Cycling Club
Jessi Prinner Wins 2014 USA Cycling Collegiate National Individual Time Trial on a Stradalli Phantom II
Reigning USA Cycling Collegiate National Time Trial Champion Jessi Prinner has retained her Individual Time Trial title after a convincing win on a Stradalli Phantom II bicycle. - May 07, 2014 - Stradalli Cycle
Bike MS to Host New Route Information Night
National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s Annual Southern California Ride from Santa Monica to Santa Barbara Features Ocean Views and Routes for all Experience Levels - May 02, 2014 - National MS Society Southern California & Nevada Chapter