The Bike Commuter
Welcome to The Bike Commuter, a fresh cycling resource for bicycling enthusiasts. Our primary focus will be on cycles and gear used in commuting, as that is how we spend most of our time on a bike. But we also enjoy mountain biking, competitive cycling, and just getting out for a casual ride.
We all suffer from BAS – bike acquisition syndrome – which means we are always looking at the latest bikes and accessories. And since we have families, we also consider gear for our significant others and kids. We also discuss news from the world of cycling, and offer gear reviews to help you locate exactly the right equipment for your needs.
Our mission is to create a comprehensive site that gives our readers exceptional bicycling content that is both easy to read as well as informative.
Recent Posts
Commuter Profiles
Commuter Profile: Victor Domingos
Although we're primarily a U.S. based commuter site, we're always excited to hear from readers abroad. We've met quite a few people from other countries over the years, and it is energizing to learn that [...]
Commuter Profile: Willy Campbell
Today's commuter profile comes from Willy Campbell, who submitted his information months ago and has patiently waited for his time in the spotlight. He's coming to us all the way from Hawaii -- and that [...]
Commuter Profile: Hermes Pagulayan
How long have you been a bike commuter? A year or so. I think I started last June. Why did you start riding your bike to work and how long is your commute? It was [...]
All About Commuting Gear
I’ve been a cyclist for upwards of 30 years, and I’ve experienced a lot of different cycling disciplines and cultures…from BMX racing and freestyle in the late 70s/early 80s to road racing in the mid- to late 80s, mountain biking in the early 90s, commuting, cargo-hauling, joyriding, beach cruising, urban assault and pretty much every other conceivable flavor. I’ve owned and appreciated many bikes in that time…road, mountain, fixed and free, single-speed and bikes with dozens of gears. Out of that diverse experience come a number of our reviews:
Bike Commuting Skills
Tips for choosing a good helmet
What makes a good helmet? Everyone has a different budget when it comes to buying a cycle helmet. If you're willing to cough up the extra coin then you can expect the helmets to become [...]
Guest article: Bike Safety
Editor's note: the following is a guest article submitted by our contacts at UK's Claims4Negligence. Some good information on basic safety tips for new commuters: Bike Safety There are so many advantages to riding a [...]
Guest Article: The ABCs of Trip Planning
Editor's note: Here's the latest from Andrew "Doc" Li -- you may remember him from his excellent DIY repair stand tutorial a couple weeks ago. Today, Andrew will give us some smart and practical advice [...]