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Product Profile – Burley Travoy Urban Bike Trailer
May 20, 2011 1 Comment
Since today is National Bike to Work Day, the culmination of Bike to Work Week, we thought it was the perfect opportunity for a product profile of the new Burley Travoy Urban Bike Trailer. If you’ve been commuting by bike this month, you have probably already tried hauling your gear with a set of panniers, or in a backpack or a classic messenger bag. While those are all good commuting options, the Travoy bike trailer is a great alternative to transport just about anything – from a week’s worth of groceries, to a change of clothes for the office, or up to 60lbs of cargo!
Here David demonstrates how the Travoy Trailer hitches effortlessly to your seatpost and travels at a 45° angle, redistributing the load’s weight for easier riding and offering better stability than standard panniers or backpacks.
Setup is quick and easy, as all you need to do to get up and running is to clamp the trailer quick release bracket to your seatpost, and then mount or remove the trailer itself by pulling a little spring-loaded arm out of the way of the hitch pin.
And did we mention that the Travoy trailer can carry up to 60lbs! You can carry some serious loads in the included tote bag:
The tote bag has a nice wide opening and sturdy construction, but you can also upgrade to a waterproof Burley Dry Bag if the forecast calls for heavy downpours.
And when you’re done with your commute, just twist the 2 grips and fold the Travoy down into a convenient size for storage (you can even store the folded Travoy in its own tote bag). The whole setup weighs less than 10lbs, so you can easily just bring it inside with you when you get where you’re going.
Check out the Travoy in action in this video by Burley:
If you’re serious about commuting by bike, take a look at the Burley Travoy Urban Bike Trailer - it’s a great option to haul your gear in comfort and style.
Bike to Work Week Employee Profile: Tony DeRubeis
May 20, 2011 Leave a Comment
Here’s our last Bike to Work Week Employee Profile about one of the many commuters who ride to work here at Performance HQ. They ride different bikes and different routes, but they’ve all got great advice on how to make your commute easier and more fun!
What’s your name?
Tony DeRubeis .
What do you do at Performance?
Spin Doctor Pro Bike Build Coordinator.
How often do you ride to work?
1-2 times per week.
How far do you ride?
42 miles round trip.
What bike do you ride?
I ride a Scattante XRL cross frame with a Frankenbike parts kit.
Why do you commute by bike/what’s your favorite part of commuting by bike?
It’s a good workout, plus it’s more enjoyable than driving, it saves money and it’s better for the environment!
Any advice for someone who’s thinking about commuting by bike?
Any distance commuting by bike is better than driving – driving half of your commute and biking half is better than driving the whole thing. And commuting by bike is like stealing time – if your 30 minute drive takes 60 minutes to ride, you get a 60 minute workout while only taking 30 minutes out of your day.
Bike to Work Week Employee Profile: Chris Danz
May 19, 2011 Leave a Comment
Here’s another Employee Profile about one of the many commuters who ride to work here at Performance HQ, in honor of Bike to Work Week (May 16-20). They ride different bikes and different routes, but they’ve all got great advice on how to make your commute easier and more fun!
What’s your name?
Christopher Danz.
What do you do at Performance?
I’m a Merchandising Assistant in the Hardgoods Components division.
How often do you ride to work?
Most days.
How far do you ride?
17 miles each way.
What bike do you ride?
I usually commute on my trusty GT Peace Tour.
Why do you commute by bike/what’s your favorite part of commuting by bike?
I love not being in a car. Cagers (people who spend half of their lives in their steel cages) are always so angry, I like not being a part of that culture. I race in endurance mountain bike events so the extra training time that I don’t have to take from my family time is also key.
Any advice for someone who’s thinking about commuting by bike?
Just go for it! For me, I can’t value my waterproof panniers enough (I use Ortlieb Back-Roller Classic Panniers). I also always keep a good rain jacket in there as I never know when I’m going to be caught in an unexpected storm. Otherwise, just riding is most of my secret. The more you do it, the easier it gets as it starts to become part of your routine and your fitness increases.
Bike to Work Week Employee Profile: Tom Vasiliauskas
May 18, 2011 1 Comment
Here’s another Employee Profile about one of the many commuters who ride to work here at Performance HQ, in honor of Bike to Work Week (May 16-20). They ride different bikes and different routes, but they’ve all got great advice on how to make your commute easier and more fun!
What’s your name?
Tom Vasiliauskas.
What do you do at Performance?
Merchandising Manager.
How often do you ride to work?
About once a week.
How far do you ride?
22 miles round trip.
What bike do you ride?
Scattante Five-Sixty frame, from 2008 I believe (this is a popular bike for commuters here, but for 2011 it’s called the X-570).
Why do you commute by bike/what’s your favorite part of commuting by bike?
I ride for several reasons: to get some additional riding in during my busy day, to save gas, and because it’s always a GREAT way to wake up in the morning. I love riding with lights during sunrise.
Any advice for someone who’s thinking about commuting by bike?
I recommend using at least 2 tail lights for additional safety.
Bike to Work Week Employee Profile: David Wilkes
May 17, 2011 1 Comment
Here’s another Employee Profile about one of the many commuters who ride to work here at Performance HQ, in honor of Bike to Work Week (May 16-20). They ride different bikes and different routes, but they’ve all got great advice on how to make your commute easier and more fun!
What’s your name?
David Wilkes.
What do you do at Performance?
Web Developer.
How often do you ride to work?
Every day that ends in “Y”.
How far do you ride?
1 mile, thus the answer to the previous question. I mean does it really make sense to get in a car to go 1 mile?
What bike do you ride?
I ride my Scattante X-560 cyclocross bike (the 2011 model is the X-570).
Why do you commute by bike/what’s your favorite part of commuting by bike?
I live way too close to drive! Plus it’s just great to get outside and be on the bike.
Any advice for someone who’s thinking about commuting by bike?
Pack extra socks especially on rainy and wet days.
Bike to Work Week Employee Profile: John Buleza
May 16, 2011 Leave a Comment
Since today is the first day of Bike to Work Week (May16-20), we thought it was the perfect time to start a series of Employee Profiles about a few of the many commuters who ride to work here at Performance HQ. They ride different bikes and different routes, but they’ve all got great advice on how to make your commute easier and more fun!
What’s your name?
John Buleza.
What do you do at Performance?
Vice President of Direct Marketing.
How often do you ride to work?
Usually 2-3 days a week.
How far do you ride?
9 miles each way.
What bike do you ride?
Fuji Roubaix ACR 2.0 road bike.
Why do you commute by bike/what’s your favorite part of commuting by bike?
I ride for fitness, to do my part for the environment, and for the gas savings!
Any advice for someone who’s thinking about commuting by bike?
Take a trial run on a weekend to make sure that you’re comfortable with the route and to see how long it takes you to ride. Then start one day a week and build up to riding one more day, and then another, and then another…. Also, plan ahead to make your commute easier – bring in clothing/food on “off” days when you aren’t riding to work.
Bike Commuting Tips
May 10, 2011 2 Comments
As Bike to Work Week is fast approaching (this year it falls on May 16-20), it’s time to refresh your commuting knowledge, or maybe just share some tips with those folks who have yet to try commuting by bike.
Bike Commuting Tips
- Plan your route. With a little forethought, you can avoid heavy traffic and construction zones. Use a tool such as the biking directions in Google Maps or ask other bike commuters or your local bike shop to suggest the best routes.
- Watch the weather. Know what to expect so you can plan ahead and dress appropriately. Always keep packable raingear in your bag, just in case.
- Maintain your bike. Check tire pressure often. Inspect tires for wear at least once a week. Tighten quick releases, bolts and screws regularly. Ensure that brakes are working properly prior to every ride. Keep chain, pedals and other moving parts properly lubricated.
- Be prepared. Carry an extra tube or patch kit, tire levers and a pump or CO2 inflator. Pack a small multi-tool or set of basic hex wrenches for emergency repairs.
- Keep extra clothes and clean-up essentials at the office. Instead of toting your change of clothes and personal hygiene essentials such as towels, wipes and deodorant every time you commute, store a week’s worth of clothes and clean-up essentials at work.
But you should always be comfortable when you ride in to work. If there’s a part of your commute where you don’t feel safe riding your bike, you can always drive part of the way, park your car and then ride the rest. If there’s nowhere to change or store spare clothes at your office, just leave yourself some extra time and ride slowly so that you can wear your normal work clothes (plenty of folks around the world do just this, and manage to look quite stylish while commuting).
With these few simple tips you can make Bike to Work Week fun and enjoyable, and hopefully part of your regular routine in the future (if it isn’t already)!
National Bike Month
May 5, 2011 2 Comments
National Bike Month is here! May is a month-long celebration of all things cycling, and the League of American Bicyclists has made it easy to find out what is happening in your area with their guide to Bike Month Special Events. They also have a handy Bike Month Guide to help you create a successful National Bike Month Event in your community, workplace, city or state (it’s never too late to plan an event).
But really National Bike Month should be an easy sell for cyclists everywhere. It’s an excuse to ride your bike more, plus bring along some friends for the ride! Get your friends to dust off that old bike, or pick up a new one, and remind them why they used to love to ride. As a cyclist yourself, you know that:
- Biking burns calories and boosts your metabolism
- It increases your cardiovascular fitness
- It strengthens and tones your muscles
- It improves flexibility, balance, endurance and stamina
- It relieves stress
- Cycling is FUN (even when you’re grinding up that last hill)!
Invite someone new to your next group ride, or try one out for yourself at your local shop. Get your riding buddies together and go exploring on that new trail you’ve been meaning to try, or that road you’ve always ridden past. Ride slow and just enjoy the view. Enjoy the fact that the only fuel you’re burning comes from your own 2 legs! Even car maker Audi has realized that maybe bicycles aren’t such a bad idea (what with $4 a gallon gas), and has partnered with handbuilt hardwood bicycle specialists Renovo to create a line of Audi-branded bikes.
Whatever you do, just get out there and ride! National Bike Month is a time to let everyone know that you’re a cyclist, and that they should be too. So what are you waiting for… let’s go for a ride!
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