That’s the slogan of the new bike manufacturer that opened in my neighbourhood. And after looking at the bikes (and with my basic understanding of French!) I have to agree. On Friday I had some time to stop in to the Vitess showroom and meet with Julien to review the bikes and their offerings. I [...]
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Vitess Translates Into Speed
Published by February 17th, 2010 in 2010, Chris and cycling. 0 CommentsWant vs. Need = Chris’ Garage Sale!
Published by January 31st, 2010 in 2010, Chris and cycling. 0 CommentsI want a new road bike. And I’m slowing convincing myself that I need it.
Vitess – A new manufacturer of high end road bikes recently opened a showroom in our neighbourhood and they’ve got me wanting. Bad. So what’s a guy to do? Have a garage sale!
I’m selling the following goodies:
Bike: Specialized Tarmac Expert: $2700.
Camera [...]
There’s a cool image documenting the benefits of a bicycle on iBikeTO.ca today:
The “second” annual Toronto Criterium takes to the streets of St. Lawrence Market this Friday starting at 4pm. Get there early, and stay late to catch all the great cycling action! Leah and I are heading down right after work. I hope to try out my new lens and get some sweet action shots.
Race schedule [...]
With less than 40 days to go, I need your support to meet my goal of raising $5000.00. I’m currently 71% of the way there with donations totaling $3,525.00.
If you’re willing and able to support me in my ride, please visit my page at conquercancer.ca/goto/chrisandleah and make a donation. Tax receipts will be issued.
I’ve been [...]
Woo Hoo!!!!!!
I’m selling my Sirrus. Here’s the link to the sale on craigslist.
It’s perfect for commuting, fitness training or touring.
From Specialized.com:
More and more, riders are getting serious about leaving the car behind and commuting by bike, or finding themselves seeking a source of fitness in their own urban or suburban environment. Reducing your ecological footprint, outpacing [...]
Please Support Me In The 2009 Ride To Conquer Cancer
Published by September 22nd, 2008 in 2008, Chris and cycling. 0 CommentsHello friends,
I’ll be participating in a 2-day major cycling event called The Ride to Conquer Cancer benefiting The Princess Margaret, one of the top 5 cancer research hospitals in the world.
I’ll be cycling over 200 kilometres that weekend, from Toronto to Niagara Falls, with thousands of other Riders. All the proceeds will go to The [...]
Band Travels On Bicycles And Uses Bikes To Generate Electricity For All Performances!
Published by August 29th, 2008 in 2008, Chris, Climate Change and cycling. 0 CommentsTOUR DAY FRANCE: Day 03 Rest Day (aka “I Rode Alpe d’Huez”)
Published by July 21st, 2008 in 2008, Chris and Leah, Travel and cycling. 0 CommentsAs a rest day for the Tour riders we took the opportunity to check out Alpe d’Huez. The bus took the riders to the top of the Col du Lauteret, and the non-riders right to the top in the village of Huez.
The descent down Lauteret was 40 of the fastest downhill kilometres I’ve ever ridden! [...]
