Here’s a bike for everyone who thinks the standard metal frame bicycle is just a bit too rigid. This is the Bonobo bike, designed by Stanisław Płoski, and it’s frame is made of plywood. Why would you make a bike frame out of plywood? Well the first reason I can think of is to be more »

Back in the olden days, bicycle lights were powered by the tire rolling against an arm. Today, companies like Nokia are taking a serious look at how users can repower their cell phone batteries. The results could have serious implications for those not near power sources or those just looking to use less power. Nokia more »

Cannondale announced some chosen 2010 models and among them was this gem: Cannondale Flash, a 29″ wheel mountain bike. There is more than just the price tag ($9,599 – gulp) that makes one take notice of this new branch in the Cannondale family.

First up is the weight. This complete bike weighs in at a unbelievably light 16.56 lbs. The Flash features a Lefty single-sided fork and SRAM’s new XX groupset (minus some weight-saving replacements like the Hollowgram crankset). My non suspended road bike doesn’t come close to weighing 16 and a half pounds. The lucky riders that get to throw a leg over this will feel that $10 grand almost throwing the bike forward.

Interbike, USA’s biggest bicycle industry trade show was held last week in Las Vegas, NV. Here, brands show off their latest offerings for the upcoming 2009 season. While many argue this show’s timing is all wrong as many 2009 model year bikes are already in dealer showrooms and the rest may be on the water in transit, it is the show where big introductions are usually made.

This year’s show had some growing themes. Themes like 29″ mountain bikes are here to stay. Major brands are keeping a close eye on commuting bicycles as the nations gas prices escalate. The final theme I’ll touch is one they didn’t want to publicize at the show, but it is something you should know.

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