by Garabed Minasian | Sep 26, 2012 | Bike Maintenance, Freewheel
“We made the shop lean, kept the work in proximity, and decreased human transportation in a big way, with very small changes”, says Garabed, “When I’m working at the repair station with a bicycle on the stand it’s very simple to put down the wrench and...
by Garabed Minasian | Sep 16, 2012 | Freewheel, Health
It’s funny, in some way or another, we all ride to stay fit and healthy. We all ride for lots of other reasons, but sooner or later, we all figure out that being on the bike makes us feel healthy, makes our clothes fit better, let’s us drink a few beers,...
by Garabed Minasian | Sep 9, 2012 | Freewheel, Rides!
Who enters these things? Now is the time of year when more and more endurance races are coming around. Before this morning’s “training” ride at 7:00 because that’s when it’s cooler and less humid, I checked the weather reports – 77 degrees and 99% humidity. No joke...
by Garabed Minasian | Sep 9, 2012 | Freewheel, Gear!
A front tire that inspires and seems to be the ultimate synapse connection between rider, bike, and trail. After years of riding a multitude of tires, including a WTB Prowler – which split in the middle, like when a fat girl wearing tight shorts bends over to grab a...