Category Archives: Dutch Bicycles

Red Bikes Diaries

Posted on July 11, 2011 by

My friend Linsey had been looking to upgrade a bit from her well-used Electra Townie commuter bike.  In addition to wanting a new ride, she was bit by the loop-frame bug and wanted a new ride, but with the elegant … Continue reading →

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Happy Independence Day

Posted on July 4, 2011 by

Today is a personal independence day of sorts for me as tomorrow I start a new job as Director of Communications for the Bicycle Federation of Wisconsin.  Look for Over the Bars to continue, but evolve into something with a … Continue reading →

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Used Batavus on Milwaukee Craigslist

Posted on May 4, 2011 by

I saw this on the local Craigslist and thought I would share it because opportunities to purchase a Dutch commuter bike are few and far between in Milwaukee.  I have no relation to the seller. Just picture yourself a native … Continue reading →

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Koninginnedag Ride Report

Posted on May 2, 2011 by

Orange has been one of my favorite colors since I layed my hands on a 1993 Bridgestone XO-1. The color seems to have connected me to so many great bicycle things since then.  The latest orange blast was Milwaukee’s first annual Koninginnedag Ride last … Continue reading →

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What I like: Kate Spade Bicycle and Accessories

Posted on April 22, 2011 by

Bikes and two of my favorite designers, whats not to like? In 2008 and 2009 Cynthia Rowley got a lot of attention when put her designer cruiser bikes in her runway shows.  Now Kate Spade and Adeline Adeline, the adorable … Continue reading →

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Final upgrades: lock, mudflap, pedals

Posted on February 28, 2011 by

I recently told you about some upgrades I am making to my Schwinn euro-style city bike project. Friday when I got home from work, I was excited to find a small brown box on my front porch.  Inside the box were … Continue reading →

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Dutch Schwinn Upgrades

Posted on February 21, 2011 by

A couple weeks ago the wiring on my DLomotec LED headlight on my Dutch Schwinn broke.  The wires broke right next to the housing, and the light is built in such a way that it is not meant to be disassembled.  … Continue reading →

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Sunny Sunday and Spring Ride Schedule

Posted on January 31, 2011 by

It was so nice to have a bright sunny day for a change I decided to take Oma out for a long Sunday ride yesterday.  Although she is usually all Dutch practicality from head to toe, she still enjoys a nice slow ride along … Continue reading →

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Happy 2011

Posted on January 1, 2011 by

I did not come up with any earth shattering resolution this year.  All I have so far is to be OK with small steps. Anybody have any resolutions they want to share?

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Bicycle Spokesmodel Terry Thuemling: worth reading

Posted on September 16, 2010 by

Terry is one of the smartest and most well read guys I know.  He sent me a bit more commentary that I did not have in time for his Spokesmodel debut yesterday, and I wanted to share it. OTBMKE: Tell us … Continue reading →

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