3 Little Things I Love in a Commuter Bike - Go By Bike Episode 13

http://www.cycle9.com . Elise Giddings from Cycle 9 talks about 3 small things that make a difference in a commuter bike. Go By Bike is a daily video series that talks about electric bikes, electric kits, cargo bikes, bike safety, getting motivated to bike, and how to ride more and use your car less. Using your car less reduces your carbon footprint, saves energy, helps the environment, gets you in shape, and makes your community a nicer place to live. Elise Giddings is owner of Cycle 9, a store dedicated to providing the information, products, and support needed by others to integrate bikes into their lifestyle.

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[vedranre]

Very nice bike! Schwalbe Marathon Plus are exceptional tires, amazing for their safety. I have regular Schwalbe Marathons, which are also excellent, but a bit less heavy-duty.

[DutchKid121]

@pyromaneak47 Thank you very much, I didn't fine anything online with an explanation such as that.

[DutchKid121]

I have question, how is a U-lock better than a regular chain lock or a cable lock?

[nutintuit]

This bike has disc brakes, which do not require rim braking in the wet. They are far more powerful and reliable than rim brakes. No reason not to ride in the rain!

[Sundance8989]

"Schwalbee" I like that pronunciation better, I think I'll use that myself. :-)

Nice video and great commitment to functional cycling. Thanks for sharing part of your lifestyle.

[experimental0000]

those are nice features don't get me wrong, but those are also aftermarket add ons that anyone can put on their bike. However they are useful :) I prefer a rear rack instead of a basket that way I can use saddle bags and the like. Even if I had fenders I don't ride in the rain simply due to safety: if my rims and/or brake pads get wet, I have no stopping power and could run stop signs or red lights and get hit. I just walk on those days.