Nowadays affordable quality mountain bikes have a front suspension fork but not a rear shock. This type of bike is called a “hardtail.” The front shock gives you better control on a rough trail through the woods. Read More…
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Finger Lakes Ride
It was a clear June morning as we rolled our bikes out of the Bicycle Man shop in Alfred Station and turned downhill, toward Grandma and Grandpa’s cottage on Keuka Lake, one of New York’s Finger Lakes. Abby’s 52 miles through the Finger Lakes Region of Western NY Our older daughter, Abby had been looking Read More…
Keuka Lake 45 Mile Loop
Tandem Recumbent at scenic Keuka Lake in NY As we finished breakfast the warm sun was pouring through the window, burning off the morning fog and beckoning us out to our bike. Riding north on route 54A we had a great view of Keuka Lake on our right and tree covered hills on our left. Read More…
Angelica NY Ride
Over a chicken burrito and Tai curry at the “Za” restaurant we wondered if we were ready for our first 50-mile ride of the season. It was May third and we hadn’t ridden over 10 miles in a day yet this spring. The weatherman was predicting, “frost tonight and partial sun raising temps to near Read More…
Recumbent vs Upright Stationary Exercise Bikes
Upright stationary exercise bikes have been around a long time but recumbent stationary exercise bikes have become very popular. And there is no doubt that you can readily find someone willing to debate which type of exercise & fitness bike is the “Best Exercise & Fitness Bike.” Read More…
Bionx Electric Kits
Bicycle Man is an Authorized Dealer-Distributor of BionX Electric Bike Conversion Kits to convert your bike to an electric bike. BionX the Electric Bike Company manufactures an electric motor to power assist a bike. The BionX conversion kit for making an electric bike includes a BionX electric bike motor and hub, electric battery and control assistance. The BionX motorized bike system is also used for electric two wheel drive bikes, electric mountain bikes, electric tricycles or folding bikes. Read More…
History of the Recumbent Bike
We tend to think of recumbents as a “new” type of bike, but as Solomon observed “there is no new thing under the sun.” The recumbent has been around, in one form or another, since before the turn of the 20th century. These pictures show that many features of “modern” recumbent design have been around Read More…
Used Iowa Linear Mach III (3) 42″
HP Velotechnik Speed Machine Recumbent Bike
The Speed Machine is a low racer recumbent with dual hydraulic disk brakes, full suspension and a well-padded carbon seat for folks who want to go fast without giving up comfort. At 35 lb it is a bit heavier than non-suspended (without suspension) low racers. Read More…
Volae Tour Recumbent Bike
Designed for long distance touring; the Tour is lightweight and equipped with components chosen to provide trouble-free performance. AFD (Accessory Friendly Design) engineering allows you to easily add fenders, racks, lights, bags, computer, etc. Starting and stopping is a breeze thanks to the smaller front wheel and lower crankset. Fat tires or skinny tires; the choice is yours. Read More…