Category Archives: Bikes

First Dates

We had an awkward ending but overall, it was a successful first date.

Solitude

I’ve been playing a dangerous game the past couple of weeks. My bike lost a cage and when you’re riding fixed, not having your feet secured is risky. Being sick of cages and not wanting to drop 70$ on ‘Holdfast’ straps, I figured I’d made my own based on this article from Wired.
Not the prettiest straps in the world but I’m really proud of myself. They are secure and feel great. Also, for 14$ in material and 2hours of my time, they are perfect.

A Sad Life

Is it bad that I’d like to strip and re-paint my bike?

Jerbear

2 Coats of paint thinner.
2 Coats of primer
3 Coats of Navajo White(cream).
2 Coats of clear gloss.
1 fun weekend.

beforeafter

Fixie

My savings are gone and I’ll be eating pasta for the next couple of days(garlic only, no oil) but at least I look really cool.