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Rivendell Bike Book and Hatchet Mug

Rivendell Bike Book and Hatchet Mug

Rivendell offers an American-made stoneware mug that reminds you of the good things in life while you’re drinking your morning..

February 20, 2014 with 0 Comments
City Reports Wanted

City Reports Wanted

Urban Velo’s new City Report will be an ongoing, reader-contributed segment that highlights cities around the world. We’ve..

February 19, 2014 with 0 Comments
Protected Bike Lanes Mean Business

Protected Bike Lanes Mean Business

From the Alliance for Biking & Walking: In a new report from PeopleForBikes and the Alliance for Biking & Walking, 15..

February 17, 2014 with 0 Comments
Bespoked 2014 – The UK Handmade Bicycle Show

Bespoked 2014 – The UK Handmade Bicycle Show

Tickets are now on sale for Bespoked 2014, London’s handmade bicycle show. Bespoked is scheduled for April 11-13 at the Lee Valley..

February 17, 2014 with 0 Comments
City Report – Pittsburgh

City Report – Pittsburgh

The following is a new reader-submitted feature we are piloting. We crafted the first one as a model for future contributions, so share..

February 17, 2014 with 2 Comments
Brooks Conquest Re-Issue

Brooks Conquest Re-Issue

Brooks is proud to announce the re-issue of the classic Conquest saddle. Retailing for €130, the genuine leather comfort saddle..

February 16, 2014 with 0 Comments
Cinelli Introduces the Bootleg Hobo

Cinelli Introduces the Bootleg Hobo

From Cinelli: The Hobo’s name is a nod to the great American tradition of exploring wide open spaces in total freedom. A touring bike..

February 16, 2014 with 0 Comments
1890’s Schwinn Factory Photos

1890’s Schwinn Factory Photos

Take a step back in time with these photos from the Schwinn factory back in 1890. Via Cycle Smithy.

February 15, 2014 with 1 Comment
Empire Cycles 3D Printed Frame

Empire Cycles 3D Printed Frame

Not so much urban, but interesting never-the-less. The titanium alloy frame claims to be one third lighter than a traditional frame. But..

February 15, 2014 with 0 Comments
When Frame Candy Takes Too Long

When Frame Candy Takes Too Long

From the All-City blog: One of the hardest aspects of being a Rockstar Bike Design Engineer, aside from the non-stop parties and the hoards..

February 14, 2014 with 0 Comments