FOLDING BIKES BLOG
Stories, tutorials, and advice from the Montague Bikes team.
Repurposed Bike Parts: Getting Creative
There are a lot of parts on a bicycle that need to be replaced regularly; tires, tubes, chains, brake cables, you name it. When old parts are swapped out for shiny new replacements, they often end up in a scrap heap or a bin in your basement never to be seen again,...
Pre-Ride Checklist
As the expression goes: Check it before you wreck it. It's important to be sure your bike is in working order before each and every time you ride. Too many of us go days or weeks regularly riding our bike and never giving an ounce of thought to its condition or...
Keep Your Hands Warm: Winter Cycling
Putting on a pair of gloves when it's cold out isn't rocket science, but when the temperature drops to single digits, keeping your digits warm can be a challenge. With the colds spells in New England recently, we've been testing a few products meant for the coldest...
Bikes Make the Front Page in Boston
Here in Montague's hometown of Boston, bikes are making news. We've had our fair share of snow, sleet, and freezing temperatures this winter, and the Boston Globe has taken note that we're still out there riding! On the front page of today's Globe is a feature titled,...
Montague Tour of the Americas: Belize
Ever wanted to pack up your bikes and go to Belize for a ride through the jungle? Take a look! Although we've only spent five days in Belize, we have been pleasantly surprised for two reasons: first, the people. Belize is a truly mixed country with people from Mexico...
The New Cycle Courier: E-Trikes for UPS
We all know the classic image of the cycle courier, the hardened bike messenger who rides day in and day out to deliver the most time critical of packages. Accustomed to rain, sleet, and bitter cold, no stranger to aggressive drivers and shouting matches with cabbies....
The Many Uses of Pedal Power
Bicycles can be used for transportation, fitness, recreation, and for those with a little imagination, a whole lot more. Pedal powered vehicles have been turned into shops, pubs, food carts, and perhaps most surprisingly... a venue for pole dancing. We'll get to that...
Tour of the Americas: Farewell Mexico
This week: a guest post from Mireia and Alex, our friends traveling the America's with their Montague bikes. They've just enjoyed their last days in Mexico before entering Belize. Here at Montague HQ, we're feeling a bit envious of their experience... and their warm...
Tips for Cycling in the Snow
Riding your bike in the snow can be challenging, but it's no doubt an adventure. My most satisfying bike commutes are ones where others say "you actually rode in that!?" You do need to properly prepare for it to be an enjoyable experience, so here are a few tips. When...
The Political Attack on Bicycles
Here in North America, bicycles have been in the news quite a bit lately. From the various bike share programs popping up across the US, to high profile bike lane debates in Brooklyn, the bicycle has been getting it's fair share of attention. Unfortunately, it hasn't...
Bike Chain Christmas Ornament: How To
'Tis that time of the year again. If you celebrate Christmas, you're probably setting up a tree in your living room, draping it in lights, and hanging all those little ornaments on it. Everything from the popsicle stick Santa your 3rd grader made, to the priceless...
Cycling to the Museum
Last weekend I had some free time, and instead of resting and relaxing at home, I decided to expand my knowledge of art by visiting the museum. The sun was shining on Saturday, a perfect excuse to take our bikes and ride to The Institute Of Contemporary Art in Boston....
Front Derailleur Adjustment
Any bike with multiple chainrings uses a front derailleur to shift between them. In order to get smooth, accurate shifting, and avoid chain rub, it's important to have your front derailleur properly adjusted. There are a few adjustments that can be made to the...
Bert Cebular, Founder of NYCeWheels Passes Away at 47
It saddens my heart to learn today that Bert Cebular, the founder of NYCeWheels, has passed away. In addition to being a loyal Montague dealer in the New York City area, NYCeWheels is one the country's leading retailers of folding bikes and E-bikes. That success can...
A Bike Tour of Martha’s Vineyard: In Winter!
After feasting on Thanksgiving last Thursday, I really wanted to take a nice long bike ride the next day to burn off the extra calories. I decided to go with some friends to Martha's Vineyard, a beautiful island full of history which is located off the South coast of...
Volvo Unveils Cyclist Detection System
According to The Outdoor Foundation, cycling is the second most popular outdoor activity in the United States, with 60 million adult Americans riding each year. While studies show that we're biking to work more than ever, most U.S. cities have a long way to go before...
Montague Tour of the Americas: Mexico III
After being isolated for some time, our friends traveling the Americas with their Montague Bikes, Mireia and Alex, finally found some reliable internet to update us. Since they're last transmission they've made their way to Southern Mexico. They've been in this...
Smartphone Controlled Bike Lock: BitLock
Most of us don't go anywhere without our smartphone. Its' always in our pocket, in our bag, always within reach. It already acts as our camera, calculator, GPS, news source, and game system, what if it could do even more? What if it could replace your key ring too?...
