The Brompton Bicycle Experience
My decision to buy a Brompton bike was not a quick one. But after such long deliberation and careful consideration, I'm very glad I did it.
A Smart New Handlebar Bag from Brooklyn Bicycle Co.
Anybody who rides a bike can use an extra compartment. Brooklyn Bicycle Co. has a new one that balances looks, quality and price.
What I’d Wear If Bicycle Helmets Became Mandatory
The world of bicycle helmets is a world of ugly. The helmets from Hedon combine form and function, with a simple, elegant and sophisticated design.
Sex on Wheels: My Five Favorite Bicycles, 2016-2017 Edition
A couple of years ago, I published a post about my favorite five bicycles. In the wake of a discontinued design and a couple of new discoveries, I figured it was time for an update.
NYPD’s Assault on Bicycles (and on Reason)
The other night, I was stopped by an NYPD officer after making a rolling stop through a red light - a stop (and a summons) that insulted both our senses of intelligence and reason.
My New Custom ‘Chief’ from Heritage Bicycles
The basic design of the bicycle was perfected a long time ago. With the exception of advances in gear shifting, braking and niche flourishes that benefit professional racers, any design…
A Conversation with Ryan Zagata, President of Brooklyn Bicycle Co.
Ryan Zagata is the president and founder of Brooklyn Bicycle Co., formerly Brooklyn Cruiser. Before starting the company, Ryan was selling software. Naturally, my question was: How does a guy…
My Five Favorite Bicycles
My five favorite men's bicycles that offer a lifetime of timeless, classic and stylish city riding.
The Experience of The 2012 New Amsterdam Bicycle Show
As my friends and readers know, I love my bike. My ride is a Brooklyn Cruiser, which not only gets me around town, but it also turns heads. When someone…
Bicycle Bicycle
It was a rite of passage as a kid growing up in the suburbs of Cleveland. The bike. The gateway to neighborhood freedom, which eventually gave way to the wider freedom enabled by the car. But those innocent days of youth spent on my simple bike were sweet. Now, as a near middle-age man in New York City, the bicycle has become my favorite way to get around town. A little company here in Brooklyn has rekindled my affection for the simple bicycle: Brooklyn Cruiser.