Month: December 2007

365 days ago, I wrote my first post for this blog. I’ve managed to knock out another 224 since then, and mostly enjoyed it. Over the course of the year, I’ve made a few changes to the look and content, but mostly stayed true to my original goal. And although I didn’t get nearly as … Read more

365 days ago, I wrote my first post for this blog. I’ve managed to knock out another 224 since then, and mostly enjoyed it. Over the course of the year, I’ve made a few changes to the look and content, but mostly stayed true to my original goal. And although I didn’t get nearly as … Read more

I’ll be taking some time off between now and the new year. Hope everyone stays safe and warm. Brian

I can’t think of a better cycling advocate this time of year than jolly old St. Nick. Sure, Floyd Landis Lance Armstrong might be a familiar figure in the US, but in Bulgaria, it’s all about Santa. And not only is Santa showing up on his bike, but he’s giving people rides too. The whole … Read more

I’m getting a little behind as the end of the year approaches. In case you didn’t read it elsewhere already: SAN CARLOS, Calif. – Dec. 20, 2007 – Ritchey Design Inc. today announced the re-signing of separate sponsorship deals with the Health Net Presented by Maxxis and the Symmetrics Fuelled by FarmPure top-tier North American-based … Read more

Normally, we get form and function with our bikes, especially in carbon fiber. But the Factor 001 is quite unattractive. Judging by the name, they’ve at least given themselves plenty of room for improvement, in future models. Good thing I already got my Christmas bike. Now if only it would warm up at least enough … Read more