I'm guessing Ride to Work Day numbers were down a bit this year in Melbourne, because conditions were a little inclement. If you're not a regular bike commuter, you might not appreciate that the weather is part of the attraction.
Gadgets and Gear
A "pre-flight" check is worth the effort
Taking the time to kick the tyres before you ride sometimes pays off.
Bike Shorts
Bike Shorts 30 September 2009
"I've traveled by foot, car, plane, train, boat and on horseback, but nothing comes close to connecting me to places and people the way bicycling does." --Diane Daniel, Ode Magazine
Bike Shorts
Bike Shorts 17 September 2009
"I'm going to start acting my age some day soon, instead of piss-farting around on bikes. Nah, f_ck it." --Surly Dave
Bike Shorts
Bike Shorts 10 September 2009
"People often underestimate what you can carry on a bicycle" --PedalGR