A compendium of bicycling tips to save you money:
- From Lifehacker (DIY Bicycle-Powered USB Device Charger): “Last week we took a look at MightyMintyBoost, a solar-powered USB charger. If you liked the idea but can’t count on the sun shining, this USB charger runs on the power of your bicycle pedals.”
- From Rob Kerr of the Bend Bulletin (Be a pedal pusher): “When shopping for a bike, ask yourself, what kind of rider are you? For those who want a good bike within any price range, Frey says finding it requires self-reflection. Buy a more durable bike up front, save for it, and you’re more likely to use it.”
- From Michael Townsend of the Burlington Free Press (Commuting by bicycle can save you money): “Bikers won a little tax break this year under the stimulus plan and for each month they commute to work they could receive a tax-free $20 stipend to offset riding costs. The perk must be offered through an employer, who also receives a tax write-off for the tiny effort to reduce the nation’s carbon footprint.”
- From ClickGreen (Bike sales booming as recession-hit travellers turn green): “The UK cycle market is braced for a record year of sales as the recession bites and people look to switch to more sustainable modes of transport. The Association of Cycle Traders says business has soared to unprecedented levels with 20 percent sales increases from this time last year.”
- From BicycleSpokesman.com (Before You Do A Charity Ride): “Before you sign up for a charity ride, it is a good idea to check out the charity. I recently discovered a website that rates the efficiency of charities. The site is called CharityNavigator.org.”
- From The New York Times (Not Just Present at Work, but Presentable): “Like many bike commuters, Ms. Cortes-Comerer speaks about the time she spends on the bicycle each morning as a revelation, the joys of which easily offset the associated indignities. But she also acknowledges the disadvantages of a form of transportation that can leave a person sweaty and dirty at the beginning of each day at work. With the hottest months of the year looming, concerns about personal hygiene on the bike are heightened.”
- For great deals on bikes and gear via Twitter follow @bikedeals @MTBDeals @steepandcheap @chainlove
These tips are expanded versions of the items posted regularly on the Frugal Cyclist Twitter Feed. To get up-to-the minute tips, news, and deals, follow @frugalcyclist on Twitter.
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