We have always been saying that the number of children on bikes is a litmus test on the livability and pleasantness of a city. It is also a sign of the paranoia of a society. All parents should read Tim Gill‘s No Fear: Growing up in a risk-averse society. Tim has been invited to give the next Street Talk. It is often said that kids today grow up faster than they used to. As a statement about their everyday freedoms, nothing could be further from [...]
EVERYTHING NEW is at least 10% off, including bikes. Many items at 20% and 30% off. It will end on 21.1.12. It does not apply to online orders. Image by Romie Stanley, on 500px
We are open on Sunday 18th 10:30-18:30. Then as normal, except: 24th – 11:00-15:00 31st – 11:00-15:00 Strip by Yehuda Moon. We are taking orders for the Issue 2-4 Bundle, due out in March.
David Herlihy, author of ‘The Lost Cyclist’ will join The Bicycle Book Club meeting on the 14th December in Fitzrovia, a few hundred metres from our shop. The book narrates the story of Frank Lenz, an American who disappeared in the Middle East while cycling around the world, in 1894. Here is a background interview with the author. UPDATE: We have signed copies of the book, £10.
There is lots of interest in Christianias from business people, not just families! On 25 November we hosted a seminar devoted to the business use of cargo bikes. A select group of entrepreneurs have visited us, along with CTC and LCC campaigners and TfL planners – all invested in the idea of transporting goods by bike. CTC organised the event as part of a 3-year EU project, CycleLogistics, which aims to reduce energy use in urban freight transport. Sensibly, they see Human Powered Vehicles (bikes, [...]
The Fashion Highway Code – A Tweed Run Educational Film, by Pencil. The ride is this Saturday, 26th November. From Rubbish‘s website: Team Rubbish has been v busy prepping for the upcoming Rugby Ralph Lauren Tweed Run. For those of you who haven’t a clue about this tweedtastic event, it’s a ten-mile bicycle ride around the Capital, taking place Saturday November 26th. Lots of our pals are taking part, so we thought we’d do the right thing and create a short film providing top tips [...]
Our workshop is offering 10% off basic and general services until the end of the year, parts included. Call 020 7636 6535 to book. Here are our standard (pre-discount) rates. We would be happy to issue gift vouchers redeemable at the workshop: perfect for your friend who already has all the gadgets. A voucher puchased now will attract the discount even if used in 2012. Image via Trackosaurus Rex
Two influential London bloggers, Mark and Danny are organising a study tour of ten dangerous junctions in London. Already one hundred people have signed up. UPDATE: Here is the map with the route. And here are more details of the day. UPDATE 2: Full report by Mark
Read about the problem, the solution, and the timeline of events here. UPDATE: Yes, it was thousands of us:
A new exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum presents 99 beautifully crafted objects. Above is the entry by Ben Wilson, enriched by a special edition Brooks Swallow. Images by Brooks
A nice way to spend Sunday afternoon: Hop on your bike, follow the stories and (re)discover east London on this animal inspired adventure. Big black bears, porky pigs and a thirty-foot tall feathered friend are among the beasts that you will encounter on this trail that reveals a wilder side to our urban environment. The trail goes between Toynbee Studios, Brick Lane, London Fields, Dalston and Old Street and takes approximately 2-3 hours to complete. You will need a bike and a camera. Map of [...]
Kelly Brook launched London’s Sky Ride on one of our very own Pashleys. It was a brilliant choice of bike. There is no need to make sartorial compromises when riding a Pashley. Kelly seemed to prove this point by cycling quite comfortably in high heels and a pink minidress. See the Daily Mail and OK for more details. Photos: Sky Ride
