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Commuting bike
A streetbike named desire
What makes a good commuting bike? Stephen White tries out an off-the-shelf machine and a custom made to give us an idea
This article first appeared in Ride On October-November 2005 issue.
Cyclocross
Tough crossbreeds
Born in Europe to cope with demanding obstacle races, the Cyclocross is a hardy bike with both off-road clout and speed. Malachi Moxon reports
This article first appeared in Ride On June-July 2006 issue
Folding bikes
Pack small travel fast
If you prefer a bit of origami to pulling off your front wheel everytime you travel, why not try a foldable bike?
This article first appeared in Ride On June-July 2006 issue
Mountain bike
The mountain bike all-rounder
Big bucks or budget? Marcus Walker of Walkers Wheels and radio 3RRR weighs up scrimping versus spending on a steed for city streets
This article first appeared in Ride On October-November 2006
Recumbents
Laid-back wheels
Recumbents: What are they and what are they good for? Gear guru Mark Horner looks at a few locally made models for people taking the laid-back approach
This article first appeared in Ride On December 2005-January 2006 issue
Road bike
Skinny tyres on a skinny budget
You don't have to refinance your mortgage to afford a quality road bike. Sam Patterson checked out an entry-level and a mid-range package
This article first appeared in Ride On August-September 2006 issue
Road bike
More bang for your buck
Do you have to spend a lot, or will budget road bike do the trick? Kate Reeves makes a comparison to see just what those extra dollars buy you
This article first appeared in Ride On August-September 2005 issue.
Single speed
Fixed on single speeds
Bike couriers love single-speed bikes for their simple, single-minded designs. Now style-conscious commuters are ditching derailleur systems for track-inspired, gear-free bikes. Steve White tests two models made for the mass market
This article first appeared in Ride On April-May 2006 issue
Touring
Get what you pay for?
Trying a touring bike for the first time? Should you spend $3000 or will a $1000 bike do? Craig Garrett tests the Mongoose Randonneur and the Cannondale T2000
This article first appeared in Ride On December 2005 - January 2006 issue.