And… we’re off! It has been a hectic couple of weeks full of last-minute preparations, gear purchases, and logistical arrangements. If there is one thing that I’ve learned recently, it is that organizing an expedition is a LOT of work! Yet it truly is an exciting time. In less than a week we will begin […]
Axiom Gear
Preparing for a Siberian Cycling Expedition; Only a Couple Weeks Left
février 4th, 2010Preparations begin for Siberian Cycling Expedition With only 18 days left until our departure date, planning efforts and gear modifications are in full swing! One of our principle challenges is to anticipate the conditions which we will encounter during our 35-day circumnavigation of Lake Baikal and make all preparations ahead of time to ensure a […]
Layering 101: How To Dress for Winter Riding
janvier 7th, 2010It’s a new year and as many parts of the world are being gripped by the worst winter conditions in decades it seems like a slim chance that many of us will get out on our bicycles anytime soon. But trying to view the glass as half full I thought I would bring a quick […]
In the end, Wearing a Helmet Just Seems to Make Sense
décembre 21st, 2009I will always remember a quote I read a few years ago: “There are three types of lies: Lies, Damn Lies and Statistics.” If you Goggle this quote, you’ll find that details on who first made the statement are foggy, regardless it’s been repeated many times since. I once tried to use it against my […]
Layering 102: How To Dress for a Winter Riding Photo Shoot
décembre 11th, 2009One thing all year round cyclists wrestle with is how to dress for the less than ideal weather winter brings. How many layers do you need, should you wear a soft-shell or not or maybe how warm will leg warmers keep my legs? The true answer depends on the rider. But what if you needed […]
Sirius Pannier and Phoenix Rack Reviews
novembre 26th, 2009Some of our Axiom gear was recently reviewed by the fine people at Bicycle Times magazine and is featured in their most recent issue – #4. The gear in question, as the title of this post states, are our Sirius waterproof panniers and the new urban-styled Phoenix Rack. Here are a couple of short excerpts. […]
Have we lost our minds: Is Wearing a Helmet Uncool?
novembre 19th, 2009It seems like a no brainer: if you enjoy your ability to engage in coherent, cognitive processes and you ride a bicycle you should wear a helmet. But the old adage appears to be true, ‘common sense ain’t so common.’ At least not these days. It is fairly common knowledge that in the event of […]
Expert’s Tip: Arm and Leg Warmers for Winter Riding
novembre 10th, 2009Last May during Bike to Work Week, I decided it was time to suit up and take on the 64km (40 mile) round trip commute to work and back on my trusty bicycle, which was brand new so I was only assuming it was trusty. And though my bike did turn out to be trusty […]
Bike to Work, Bike to School, Bike Everywhere: It’s Bike To Work Week
novembre 3rd, 2009Here in Vancouver it’s bike to work week. Time to leave the car at home, pull out your trusty bicycle and pedal your way to work, school or wherever you may roam. Sorry, I am listening to Metallica’s Black Album right now which has nothing to do with this post other than the song « Wherever […]
Rain gear: Are you ready for the wet weather?
septembre 3rd, 2009Last night I woke up suddenly. It sounded as though the heavens were falling. It rained proverbial cats and dogs. I wasn’t sure what was going on at first but the noise certainly woke me up quickly. And in my sleepy haze it took a few seconds before I realized –it was raining, and hard. […]