Ex-Alaskan earns Bassmaster title Aug 22, 2009
When he was 12, Chad Griffin often rode his bike near the family home on Baxter Road, clutching a fishing rod on his handlebars en route to Cheney Lake, where he would coax a few rainbow trout from the shallow waters. Story tools. (Anchorage Daily News)
Family travel five: Ride bikes for a car-free vacation Aug 18, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Jardine: When desire is strong, stature doesn't matter Aug 16, 2009
They modified the handlebars and foot controls and ordered a custom-made gas tank. It holds two gallons, making his range between fill-ups 60-70 miles. (Modesto Bee, CA)
BUSINESS: The bright side of broken bones Aug 15, 2009
Jessica Smith, a University of Colorado art student at the time, broke her wrist when she flew over her bicycle handlebars in 2006. Desperately wanting an artsy cast, she sought out a company to help decorate the dull, black plaster that would be on her arm for eight weeks. (OregonLive, OR -- Business)
Wii Sports Resort Aug 10, 2009
Power Cruising does a better job or mimicking the handlebars of a jet ski but the execution of the races feel more frustrating than fun. Cycling has the player holding the remote and nunchuk in both hands just like riding a bike, but all the game requires is pumping your hands up and down. (Suite101.com)
Burliss: Shifting gears Aug 5, 2009
It s a happy blue with only some rust on the pedals and handlebars that stay wrapped tight (unlike the machine whose ribbon has come undone, and needing chronic tire and ego inflation ... With the Globe under my arm and a loaf of fresh baked bread swinging from my handlebars, I am in love again with this place, this pace. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
Bicycling - good for you, good for the environment Aug 1, 2009
" Nebbe graduated from college with an engineering degree and took a job in Ames. He later returned to Ogden and started a business with his brother, Four-N Industries, selling awnings and home improvement products. The current Bike Barn facility was purchased for warehouse use. That's when he developed the idea of a bike shop. "Every time I sold an awning, I bought a bicycle," he told. He gradually built up the business and eventually was working the store full-time. The bicycle business in the... (Ogden Reporter, IA)
Bike riding is still very much alive Jul 31, 2009
These are community bikes, and the handlebars are usually dropped ... These bikes usually have more upright handlebars ... Hybrids tend to have upright handlebars, and are also commonly referred to as City Bikes. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
One-tank trip: Warm Springs Jul 24, 2009
The pieces include a 1975 Harley still in the crate, with zero miles and handlebars that have never been attached. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday; closed Monday. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Junk to java: Missoula man uses bike power to recycle old jars, plywood and wire into travel mugs Jul 24, 2009
The end result is an older Trek mountain bike frame with either the saw or the sander mounted on the handlebars. It's nickname: La Machina. (Missoulian, MT)
Weather postpones playground openings Jul 13, 2009
The playgrounds also includes handlebars at the slides and climbing walls. The North Park facility will be located near the swimming pool on South Ridge Drive. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Bikes have more room to ride Jul 11, 2009
Whether a biker's handlebars clip a door or a biker squarely hits a door, it results in a crash. I've actually been doored myself right in front of Liquid Planet, Giordano said. (Missoulian, MT)
Spains Lorenzo crashes after claiming pole position Jul 6, 2009
The Spaniard was taken from the Laguna Seca circuit in an ambulance after he tumbled over the handlebars and slid into a sand trap at high speed at the end of Saturdays qualifying. The official MotoGP website () said initial tests showed he had a partially dislocated right shoulder and a bruised right foot, but a decision on whether he could race would not be made until Sunday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Popular bike store Ace Wheelworks wins national award Jul 5, 2009
They just spent an hour with me doing tiny adjustments to the handlebars. Malden Resident Jane Lee said the folks there are very nice and patient and answer all her questions. (Somerville Journal, MA)
Breaking News Jul 5, 2009
SOPHIE NICHOLSON 1:14am. Ousted President Manuel Zelaya was set to attempt a return to Honduras on Sunday, one week after the army threw him out, amid fears of clashes after coup leaders threatened to arrest him on his return. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
'Monster' Mike back on the track Jul 4, 2009
The electric shifter, mounted on the left side of the handlebars, has two buttons linked to a solenoid that controls the shifter and allows Mike to shift with ease. The footpeg, of Mike's design, is made to rock back-and-forth to keep his foot completely on the peg at all times and has a special hook to keep him from coming off the bike on jumps. (Brainerd Daily Dispatch)
Maynard police logs Jul 3, 2009
The phrase bare bones appears on the middle of the handlebars. 3:18 p.m., an officer reported a suspicious individual hiding from him in the rear of the Blue Coyote on Main Street. (Beacon Villager, MA)
Cory McCartneyINSIDE COLLEGE FOOTBALL Jul 1, 2009
"I rode as fast as I could and [the other riders] were smoking right by me. I thought 'This is unbelievable.' It even had the streamers on the handlebars.". That three-hour drive and 18-mile ride prepared Leavitt well for his time at South Florida, where the last two seasons the Bulls have wedged themselves into the Big East and national title races, only to watch the spokes melt. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NCAA Football)
Cyclists input sought Jun 30, 2009
A car cut him off, he grabbed the brakes and flipped over the handlebars. That was years ago. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Summer vacation’s a washout - so far Jun 27, 2009
A bicycle leaned in the corner, the pink fringe on its handlebars turned soggy and dull. Hula hoops swirled in puddles. (Boston Globe)
Girl hurt in Saturday-morning bike/van collision Jun 22, 2009
Quite often I see kids riding w/out helmets or with their helmets hanging from their handlebars. It's up to us parents to emphasize the importance of wearing a helmet. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
New diet, new threat in Uganda Jun 20, 2009
Uphills require him to get off and walk, reaching across the handlebars to push his crowns of bananas. The physical demand on the arms and calves brings a grimace to all the men like him on the roads, no matter how fit they must be from the years of doing this. (Boston Globe)
Raffle highlights drive for BMX park Jun 17, 2009
The frame comes with no handlebars or tires because the kids change their bike parts like they change their socks, said Tari Hayes, administrative assistant for the parks and recreation department ... Bikers were banned at the outset because of concern about damage to the park by bike pegs and handlebars, and there was reason to believe that bikers and skaters would not get along. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Engen vetoes part of cell phone ban Jun 16, 2009
Texting behind the wheel or handlebars remains illegal. I've heard from more citizens on this issue than nearly any other in my experience as mayor, said Engen, reading Monday from his veto letter. (Missoulian, MT)
Former Kansas AD dies after cycling accident Jun 16, 2009
near the campus Thursday evening when he hit a pothole, flew over the handlebars and struck the pavement. He was taken by helicopter to the University of Kansas Hospital in Kansas City, Kan. (ESPN -- College Sports)
Meet the new Merv, without the curves and handlebars Jun 5, 2009
The Sydney Morning Herald: national, world, business, entertainment, sport and technology news from Australia's leading newspaper. In front of the Southern Cross he stands Peter Siddle is ready for everything England and their supporters want to throw at him. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Bicyclist clipped by trailer Jun 5, 2009
"According to his statement, it was a black Chevy pickup with a red toolbox, and it was pulling a little flatbed trailer with railings on the side and had camping gear on it. He thinks it's possible it was the trailer that clipped his handlebars and caused him to crash.". Bake said it is possible that the driver did not realize he or she had clipped the bicycle. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Report: Bandit steals candy, lighters Jun 4, 2009
A Volusia County sheriff's deputy caught up with the 50-year-old Fischer on Monday and found 40 cigarette lighters in the suspect's pockets and 38 king-size Twix candy bars in a blue nylon bag tied around the handlebars of his mountain bike ... Then the deputy asked about the blue nylon bag wrapped around the bicycle handlebars. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Fit Families Jun 3, 2009
A child needs to be able to hang on to the handlebars without leaning to the side, Chin noted, which not all young kids can do. He recommended parents keep to flat terrain. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Demons lust to earn a crust May 31, 2009
Indeed, he had to pull out of the Sydney shows after smashing his head on the handlebars of his 1200cc Harley-Davidson last week in Brisbane when he overshot his landing and was flung into a wall. "I couldn't count how many injuries I've had over the years," said Enslow, who like all riders follows a strict core-strength and cardio regime to be at peak "bike fitness". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
LETTER: Nature trail has become dog disaster area May 27, 2009
I hit the dog and endo d (over the handlebars). The only damage to me was a cut on the leg (I wear a helmet unlike most recreational cyclists) and the inability to get up easily. (Marblehead Reporter, MA)
The ER doc's guide to a safe summer May 26, 2009
"We see a lot of abdominal injuries that occur when bikers stop short and fly into the handlebars. And if the protective foam covering has worn off the handles, exposed metal edges can cut into skin." At the beginning of each summer, give family bikes a good once-over. Make sure the brakes work, and look for worn parts. (MSNBC -- Health)
Bike race takes Erie by storm May 25, 2009
Scott Hunt, Handlebars 4 ... Scott Hunt, Handlebars2. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Leipheimer relying on Armstrong's help at Giro May 22, 2009
Armstrong appeared bothered by a back problem and took his hands off the handlebars several times to stretch. "I've never seen him do that in the past," Bruyneel said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
• Ragnark 105 gear report May 21, 2009
One of my favorite little things is the Bento Box, a small nylon container that mounts on a bike's top tube behind the handlebars. The 16 product, available at many bike shops, provides easy access to food and energy gel while pedaling. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Ready for a spin? May 2, 2009
Whether climbing a tough hill, or not even moving from a single spot, grabbing the handlebars and moving your feet is an excellent workout, according to area enthusiasts. Cycling is the third best cardiovascular workout, only behind swimming and cross-country skiing, said Brett Peterson of Campus Cycle and Fly Fishing, Lewisburg. (Milton Standard Journal, PA)
WATCHWORDS: Bike riding is fun, but proceed with caution May 1, 2009
When riding, be alert to your surroundings, watch for debris in the roadway and keep both hands on the handlebars. You should dress in light-colored clothing or wear a reflective vest to increase visibility. (Amesbury News, MA)
Dead Rising 2 First Look Apr 29, 2009
The classic zombie shredder is there, but there's also a kayak paddle with chainsaws attached as well as a motorcycle with two chainsaws strapped on the handlebars. Yes, there is a motorocycle in Dead Rising 2 that has chainsaws strapped to the handlebars. (IGN PC Games)
What women want from mountain biking Apr 19, 2009
During our Bellingham camp, my intermediate group first learned how to properly brake, getting a feel for how to apply the right amount of pressure on the front and back brakes so we didn't skid, fishtail, or pitch over the handlebars while descending a hill near our practice field. Pretty soon we could glide down in a slow, controlled way without redistributing dirt along the hillside or popping up our back tires. (Boston Globe)
Warning: These Product Labels May Cause You to Double Over With Laughter Apr 14, 2009
But they should pay very close attention to the warning smack dab in the middle of the handlebars lest they not realize: the scooter will move when used. "That one is because of all the injuries that occur when kids use a product like that," Jones said. (Fox News)
On his feet again: Missoula filmmaker helps homeless man get back in society Apr 13, 2009
At the time, Gleason didn't even have an ID, and he carried his belongings in plastic garbage bags that hung from his bicycle's handlebars. Now, the vagabond who wandered the streets for more than 20 years rides a 2008 Harley-Davidson Heritage Softail for which he paid cash. (Missoulian, MT)
Big-picture view works for rider Apr 12, 2009
Ossenfort crashed with just a couple of laps left, and Van Horn also tumbled, bruising her right arm after flipping over the handlebars of her KTM.. Van Horn was able to remount her machine with the help of her father Dave and her third-place finish, just ahead of a fast-closing Ossenfort, was just enough for the point title. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Plane loses wheels during flight, crash lands at airstrip near Kalispell Apr 7, 2009
It came down, nosed in and very, very slowly it tipped over, Sand said, like a slow-motion bicyclist going over the handlebars. There wasn't even a hint of flame, and firefighters stood by as the pilot walked away without a scratch. (Missoulian, MT)
What's the cure for these ailing A-listers? Mar 30, 2009
Ailment: The Today show anchor suffered a separated shoulder after flipping over the handlebars of his bicycle to avoid hitting a deer. He had orthopedic surgery last Monday to repair the shoulder and returned to work Thursday morning. (USA Today -- Life)
Lance and the will to suffer Mar 28, 2009
On Monday, Armstrong catapulted over the handlebars of his bike in a massive pileup on a rugged little goat path of a road, near the end of the first stage of the Vuelta a Castilla y Leon, a five-day race in northern Spain ... That's when he'll rise up out of his seat to pump at the pedals, and lean all of his weight forward on his handlebars. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Spring brings bikers back to the roads Mar 26, 2009
The woman made it to the midway point of the road, when out of nowhere a 16-year-old girl drove her car into the back of Gordon s motorcycle, causing his sissy bar to bend into his back and forcing him over his handlebars. The girl was talking on her cell phone and didn t even notice Gordon at the stop sign. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
Today Show Host Recovers After Bike Accident Mar 25, 2009
He flew over the handlebars. Lauer was wearing a helmet, NBC said. (KWTX.com, TX)
'Knowing' leads box office Mar 24, 2009
He flipped over the bike's handlebars and was slightly injured, NBC said. His broadcast partner, Meredith Vieira, joked on the air that Lauer thinks the deer was hired by the competition. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Lauer absent from 'TODAY' after bicycle flip... Mar 24, 2009
He flipped over the bike's handlebars and was slightly hurt, NBC said. "Today" show publicist Megan Kopf said Lauer, who was wearing a helmet, separated his shoulder and was scheduled to have surgery Monday. (The Drudge Report)
Unable to walk, Rodney Roger regaining his stride Mar 11, 2009
"And going through the trail, I kind of hit a ditch and it flipped me over the handlebars. I thought I had my hands down. But I didn't. Fell on my head. Broke my neck." ... Rogers flipped head-first over the handlebars. (News & Observer -- Sports)
O'Neil off deadline: All the cool toys are old Mar 10, 2009
It was reddish orange with a blue seat back and yellow handlebars. The color scheme was pretty wild, but to an experienced bicycle rider like myself, the Big Wheel had three wheels and in my mind, it was still a trike. (Wakefield Daily Item, MA)
Unicycle jousting a new twist at CHS event Mar 9, 2009
It s neat to ride around without any handlebars, Goeckner added. The Effingham native began learning to ride a unicycle as part of the YMCA program in his hometown, he said. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
All kinds of bikers make up Bike Week Mar 8, 2009
"It was the best thing I have ever done for myself," she said, and now that it's her hands on the handlebars, she isn't about to let go. Strobridge has put about 3,000 miles on her current ride, which she bought in October on the last day of Biketoberfest. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Snowmobilers teach rookies Mar 2, 2009
For the moment of truth, Wright and the other newbies mounted their motorized steeds, from the left like with horses, located the gas and brake levers on the handlebars and turned the ignition. The four-stroke machines are markedly quieter -- and less polluting -- than the two-stroke versions, which is why new regulations insist on their use in Yellowstone National Park. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Do-it-yourself Tucson bike shop a big budget draw Mar 2, 2009
All of the parts - the frame, crankshafts, handlebars, bottom bracket, brakes, everything but the tires and tubes - came from the piles of donated materials that sit in plastic crates at BICAS' headquarters. The first bicycle Jones built at BICAS was stolen, but rather than give up on cycling, she treated it as an opportunity. (FOX 11, AZ)
The Cycle of Art Feb 26, 2009
Unless your bike was made out of bamboo and had bullhorn handlebars. Calfees rideable creation is part of the first ArtBike. (The Indianapolis Star)
Races run in the family - Celeste Davis follows in her father’s dogsled tracks Feb 13, 2009
The snow was deep, and 1 1/2-year-old Celeste could barely see over the handlebars of the sled she rode on. Her entry into the competition of distant mushing had to wait another 34 years, until her career and family got squared away. (Missoulian, MT)
Pedaling like a pro? Reporter takes on part of race route Feb 12, 2009
Hunched over the handlebars and panting for breath like a dog thats chased one Frisbee too many, I think about the pros who will be tapping out an easy rhythm on these same slopes. Or not. (Fresno Bee)
Full Of Promise Feb 12, 2009
He sprained his left wrist in December when the pedals on his bike locked, sending him flying over the handlebars. Bramlett missed Stanford's season-opening tournament last week in Hawaii but has resumed putting and hopes to soon start taking full swings. (ESPN -- Golf)
Hairy trend: Return ofthe beards Feb 11, 2009
A site designed to facilitate the cordial and practical discussion of beards, moustaches, handlebars, goatees, tailbacks, long beards, fus and every other imaginable style of beardedness. Protecting the rights of, and fighting discrimination against, mustached Americans by promoting the growth, care and culture of the mustache. (MSNBC -- Health)
How to Ride a Unicycle, Turning and... Feb 10, 2009
With no handlebars on a unicycle it may seem impossible to steer the bike in any direction other than forwards but turning is possible. Here s how. (Suite101.com)
