In this second week of the Bike to Work challenge, Alex and I pooled our wisdom to share advice about equipment. Last week we shared our Road Rules.  We absolutely believe in the power of the pedal and are happy to give personalized advice by email should you want to write us! Equipment: Get a decent bike.  I ride a Surly Cross Check and Alex has an updated vintage Fuji road bike and a Surly [...]

Two weeks ago we drove past a tandem bike for sale in someone’s yard. Last Saturday Alex and I went on a long bike ride together and after that I was sure I had to have that tandem. After a few phone calls, trip to the bank for cash, plea to Dad to pick up and drop off the bike with his big car, a little tuning and this morning we took our first rides [...]