Montreal Snow Storm Biking

Montreal is known for people biking during its harsh winters. You'll find anything from old bikes to fixies going at it in the snow, slush and ice covered streets. The sometime Arctic cold is not even a deterrent for most.

Yesterday however was another story with the biggest snow storm to hit the City in the last 41 years, 45 cm of snow on the same day. I went about most of the downtown and Plateau area to find one lone cyclist pushing her ride off to the sidewalk. Most bikes were snowed in for the day. Enjoy the pictures I took while walking about in the storm.

I'd like to wish a Happy New Year and all the best for the Holidays.

Ride safe and free.

Gerry :)

Lighting, thinking outside the bike or the Xfire safety light.

I saw this video on You tube and at first I was sure it was a joke. Well it's not. The people at Xfire came up with a great idea for lighting by thinking outside the box or more precisely outside the bike.

Their rear light actually draws two red lines on the ground creating what is usually the imaginary safety box occupied by a bike and its rider. This visible cue for oncoming drivers is the best lighting application I have ever seen. The price is very decent at $39.99 and I can guaranty you that I'm getting one for next season. Check it out here: thexfire.com .

Until next time, ride safe and free.

Gerry :)

Cargo Bikes, the future from the past!

Cargo Bike, photo by Brian Yap.

Could it be that cargo bikes, who were ever so present in the past in most big cities, make a come back? This article in Lowtechmagazine seems to say yes . I would agree since a cargo bike is much more agile in inner city traffic than a van or truck and many cities are seeing them operate right now.

Great article and good read: http://www.lowtechmagazine.com/2012/09/jobs-of-the-future-cargo-cyclist.html#more

Ride safe and free.

Gerry :)

Montreal Mini Maker Fair

On August 25th and 26th from 12 to 6, I'll be at Monttreal Olympic Stadium with a couple of friends and our home made custom bikes. If you make it to the fair, don't be shy and come to say Hi. It will be our pleasure to meet you.

Gerry :)

A Blogger friend needs your help.

Lindsay from You ain't got Jack is moving her whole family to England and she is facing some logistical issues. If you are in the UK, take the time to read her post and see if you can't help her out in any way. I'm sure there is someone who reads this that can give the some assistance.

Thanking you in advance.

Gerry :)

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