A simple way to avoid ‘dooring’ cyclists

Dooring is one of urban cycling’s hazards. But here’s a simple tip for motorists that can reduce the chance of opening a door in front of an oncoming rider.

Five tips from a former bike thief (and one from me)

Omar Aziz is a former bike thief, trying to make amends by sharing five tricks of the trade. And while I don’t steal bikes, I have one for you, too.

Killing the Bicycle Buddha

ESPN host Tony Kornheiser’s anti-bicycle rant was offensive. But what can it us about motorist attitudes — and our own? Must we kill bicycle culture, just to save it?

Why I quit FriendFeed

After a couple of years on FriendFeed, I’ve thrown in the towel and deleted my account. Here’s why.

How Not to Get Ripped-Off When Buying a Used Bicycle

Bikes are smart transportation — and used bikes can be a great way to start parking the car. Here’s how to buy used without getting burned.