One of the most common bicycle repairs is the flat tire.

1. First determine the problem. Check and remove if there any foreign objects protruding from the tire. Check to see if there is an air leakage at the inner tube or valve stem. Inner tubes holes can be patched, but valve stem damage needs the inner tube replaced. Either way, you will have to remove the tire to get to the inner tube.
2. Remove the wheel from the bicycle being careful not to strip the nuts. Use an open end, box-In wrench, crescent wrench, or equivalent tool.
3. There is a wire bead around the inside of a rubber tire, that's fits tightly around the rim of the bicycle wheel. In order to remove the tire you'll have to pry very hard against the tough wire bead of the tire while trying not to damage the inner tubing. There are appropriate

With gas prices going up, the number of bicycle commuters has followed suit. More and more people are switching to the "two-wheelers" sitting in their garage and leaving the four wheeled gas guzzlers stationary. Though bicycles are just now seeing more use in the United States, technical advances for these bikes has been continuing even with the abcense of a huge commuter crowd. We will review some of the top high-tech bicycle equipment and accessories available on today's market.

#10 Air Free Tubeless Tires

Air free in a sense. These tires are made out of dense polyurethane foam that traps millions of microscopic air cells – so they DO have some air in them, but do not require the pain of filling them up all the time. The longevity of these tires is similar, if not better, than it's tubed counterparts – about 3000 to 6000 miles. Everything, including resistance, …

The bicycle is one of the most important and useful inventions ever made. It can be used for travel, recreation, and exercise. Children love bicycles just as much as adults. However, properly using your bicycle and your body when riding is essential to ensure a safe trip. As we approach the summer months, this becomes more and more important. Families and groups take more bicycle trips than during any other season. There are several rules to keep in mind while bicycle riding this summer.

Body Form 
Bicycle riding can take a toll on the body if performed incorrectly. So many times you see bicycle riders slumped over their handlebars. Unfortunately, this will cause severe back pain over a certain amount of time. Instead of bending at the waist, make sure you bend your body at the hips. Also, to absorb any shock of riding, bend your elbows to prevent …

In the film The Bicycle Thief by Vittorio De Sica, Antonio is the tragic hero because he is naturally wise, has a turn of fate, and shows dramatic irony.

The first way Antonio is shown as a tragic hero is his wisdom. He is naturally wise which can be seen in how he is able to get a job while everyone else must wait. He knows that he has to lie about having a bicycle to get the job and he does. His wisdom is also shown through the actions of his son, Bruno. Bruno is very mature for his age and this is likely the result of his father’s wisdom.

Another reason Antonio is the tragic hero of the film is his turn of fate. He is able to get a job that pays him well and he gets the bicycle that he needs to be able to keep …

To this day, I still love to ride my bike. Now that I have a car, my bike is used more for leisurely activities and not so much travels anymore. I used to ride my bike everywhere! There was nowhere I wasn't up for biking to; however, it was not always like that. There was a point in time when I avoided my bike. This was after "The Accident." Of course, I got over these negative feelings for my bike eventually but I'll never forget that summer bike ride and how it went from a normal ride to a bloody struggle back home.

I was riding my bike with friends to the local drug store for frozen treats. We decided the bike path would be our fastest way of travel. About halfway there, I had ridden into a deep pothole causing my bicycle chain to fall off and the spokes …

Finding a bicycle shop is a relatively easy task. Chain stores across the country offer a variety of bicycles at affordable prices. However, what chain stores can not offer is the personal customer service and attention that a local bicycle shop can. Local shops tend to hire people passionate about biking that know the best routes and offer group rides.

Cahaba Cycles in Birmingham, Alabama offers a wide selection of bicycles for the recreational rider to the competitive cyclist. The first time I walked in to Cahaba Cycles I was immediately greeted and asked what brought me in to the shop. After a brief discussion with the associate, Ian, I looked at a variety of hybrid bicycles. Ian encouraged me to test ride several bicycles in the local neighborhood before making a purchase. Ian also took time to make sure I was riding a bike that fit me. Originally, I …

Growing up as the only girl in a family with three brothers has both its benefits and negative sides. Being the only girl and the youngest child just enhances both the benefits and the negative side effects. As a young child, I grew up in a neighborhood with mostly boys. Older boys that were friends with my brothers. I was still too young to go to school, so everyday I sat outside and watched all the older kids ride up and down the streets on their bicycles. Both of my neighbors raced bikes, boy was this a tease! All three of my brothers had their own bicycles, and then there was little ol' me. Sitting and watching, with envy filled eyes until one day my mom got me my first bicycle!

I was so excited as I jumped on the pink and white bike, with its white tires and flairs …

Approximately 5,200 Novara Afterburner children's trailer bicycles have been recalled, due to their dangerous potential to separate from the adult bicycle they are attached to. Customers are urged to stop using them immediately.

According to a press release issued on Tuesday by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, these trailer bicycles were distributed by REI (Recreational Equipment Inc.), which is based in Kent, Washington. They were sold at REI stores throughout the nation during February-June 2007, and were priced at approximately $160 dollars. They were manufactured in China. The bicycles have a single wheel and have to be attached to an adult's bicycle to be used. There has been one report of the bicycle separating; fortunately, no injuries have been reported.

Customers are urged to stop using the bicycle trailers and either contact REI or visit their nearest REI store. They will be supplied with a full refund, a replacement part …

When riding a bike, like the rules of the road, many states have similar laws, but you will want to make sure you know all the rules before hitting the biking trails. You will definitely want to know the rules of biking when visiting Florida, because it is one of the most popular recreation activities among visitors. There are so many unique bike trails in Florida, including those by the beach, along lakes and among other areas unique to the area. Plus, you get the chance to catch a glimpse of some of the state's wildlife while out biking.

Below is a list of things to remember before hitting the biking trails:

• Make sure you wear a proper fitting helmet.
• Adjust your seat to your height.
• Make sure you see and are seen.
• Have full control of your bike.
• Watch and avoid road hazards.
• Look before you turn and watch