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A Tune Up Is Not A Tune Up. Does this make sense? Yes it does.It’s this time of the year, your bicycle was stashed away all winter long, barely used and when you finally feel like getting it out - it’s covered in dust and spider webs. And some things don’t seem to be right.What to do now? Usually just bring it down to your local bike shop, but all though you like the guys at the shop and their work you wanted to do some price shopping before you bring it down. Because saving money is always good, you think.You check the web and find 3 bike shops close by, one of them is your local shop that yo …
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All over the world, we are seeing that family biking is becoming more trendy. There are many reasons for this, and they are all positive. So why is it becoming so trendy?The Various Benefits of CyclingThere are currently various blogs, Facebook pages and other online groups that promote the benefits of cycling. Not only do these groups give you great tips on days out with the family and how to keep safe but they can also allow you to build a new network of friends and acquaintances. Plus, these trips can also let you see a bit more of the world.Secondly, the reality is that bikes are convenien …
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Any cyclist knows that riding is one of the best ways to unwind, have fun and take in the scenery and it doesn't take long for any rider to recognize that there are inherent hazards whether you're in the countryside, in town, or even in your own neighborhood. Of course, regular maintenance and repair is necessary to keep a bicycle in top condition. To make sure you don't get caught off guard on your next ride, there are tools every cyclist needs to have. These gadgets make it easier to perform the occasional roadside or trail-side repair. Safety equipment lessens or prevents injuries such as h …
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Best Shopping, Biking and Hangouts in LA - away from the ordinary (mall)Did you ever visit Europe where each city is different than the other? Did you enjoy travelling to different cities in Europe and loved the fact that each city has many unique stores, restaurants and cafes, that look and feel completely different than the ones you saw before? Did you fall in love with the fact that each city is special, unique and interesting? Did you bring unique local gifts from each city?Did you and your friends notice that cities in the US from the East coast to the West coast have different architectu …
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Cycling in LA: A Very Good Idea!You live in LA, where it sometimes seems as if cars spend more time sitting still than rolling forward. You have a full time job that you're expected to show up to work every day. You want to stay in shape, yet by the time you get out of work and endure the commute home, it's often too late to go to the gym. You resent the amount of time you spend sitting in traffic, watching people on bikes roll by unimpeded. Arrghh! What's a person to do?Wait. You have a bicycle! What if you change your life and made the decision to commute to work each day? You'd no doubt eli …
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