Saturday, November 30, 2013

Tern Verge x10: For the little speed demon in you

The Tern Verge X10 is one of the fastest and lightest folding bikes in the shop, perfect for riders looking for a reliable everyday commuter that can really burn some rubber. 

Last week Tracy Dong took the Tern Verge X10 out for an extended ride in some serious weather.  Check out her review, "Tern Verge x10: For the little speed demon in you" and see how the Tern Verge X10 performed when put to the test of the elements. 

Saturday, November 23, 2013

The Making of a NYCeWheels Video

NYCeWheels' folding bike and electric bike videos are watched all around the world, drawing 2 million views in 2013 alone and 4.5 million views since 2006. 

The videos, featuring multiple camera cinematography, the best actors we can hire (Peter), and aerial helicopter footage is the result of countless hours of planning.  Read this week's blog and learn what goes into the Making of a NYCeWheels Video

Thursday, November 21, 2013

Boardwalk Cruising: Cedar Creek Bikeway to Jones Beach

No doubt about it, a folding bike like the Brompton is a great way to commute in a city like Manhattan - fast, lightweight, capable of longer distance rides, and folds small enough to take on planes, trains, and automobiles.  It's also a great way to get the %&$$# out the city for a second...


Read "Boardwalk Cruising: Cedar Creek Bikeway to Jones Beach,"  and hear from Tracy Dong as she takes a break from Manhattan and cruises the beach on her Brompton bike. 

Dahon Vector P8: The Sporty Commuter Bike

The Dahon Vector P8 folding bike is lightweight and fast, with 8 speeds, nice components and a patented Vector frame that makes for a firm, smooth ride more like a full sized road bike.  It's also one of the more affordable folding bikes in the shop!

Check out Tracy Dong's latest bike blog, "Dahon Vector P8: The Sporty Commuter Bike," for a detailed review of one of the best folding bikes for the price.   

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

Thank You BionX

Over the years the BionX conversion kit has been one of our most popular and innovative products. Not only has the BionX kit changed thousands of peoples lives, converting old bicycles into powerful electric machines, but it has also allowed us to get creative here at the shop and develop electric folding hybrids like the BionX Tern Link D8

Read this week's electric bike blog and give a special thank you to one of our most valued manufacturers. 

Friday, November 15, 2013

The Bikaholic

Much like beer, each folding bike has it’s own unique personality. Some are fast and smooth, others are light, cheap, and ideal for spontaneous hangouts.

Read The Bikaholic, and browse a few choice folding bikes on the menu -  from top shelf to house pours. 

BionX for Beginners

If you're a regular follower of our blogs, you probably are already familiar with electric conversion kits like the BionX, capable of transforming a regular bike into a powerful e-machine.

But for those who are totally new to the subject, check out this great electric bike blog. all about the basics of electric conversion!!

Thursday, November 14, 2013

A warm welcome to Tracey Dong!

Meet Tracey Dong -  prolific writer, culinary connoisseur, and author of "Traveled Eats," a blog devoted to her love of traveling, food, and her interest in disparate cultures around the world.  Tracey purchased a beautiful P3E Brompton bike last week, and has already published some great write ups about her first experiences on the bike!

Check out Tracey's first folding bike blog, and lets give a warm welcome to our newest guest blogger!  Welcome to the family Tracey. 

Saturday, November 9, 2013

It's never to early to start thinking about X-mas shopping, and there's no doubt about it a folding bike makes an absolutely incredible gift. 

Check out this folding bike blog and start knocking items off your list!

Accessories for your City Kicker

The City Kicker is one of the fastest kick scooters in the shop, sporting large polyurethane wheels, an extra wide deck for added stability, and a front hand brake for quicker stops.  It also has tons of great accessories to choose from!

Read this kick scooter blog and learn about these four accessories that could change your life*!

(*statement may reflect hyperbole)

Thursday, November 7, 2013

The ST1 Stromer Video is out!

The newest NYCeWheels video is out!!  Jam packed with close up shots, detailed info, and aerial drone footage, this video features the Stromer ST1 Platinum, an incredibly fast and powerful electric bike fit with an extra large 14.5 Ah battery and a 500W motor capable of 30mph top speeds. 

Check out the Stromer ST1 video review, see the Platinum in action, and get an exclusive sneak peak into the making of one of NYCeWheels' most elaborate videos. 

Flying on a feather light folding bike

The Tern Verge X10 is one of the lightest and fastest folding bikes out there, weighing just 21.3 lbs, fit with a large 55 tooth chain ring for faster speeds, and a high end SRAM derailleur that shifts quickly and smoothly.  This folding bike is a commuter and racer in one, light enough to carry up stairs, portable enough to take into cafes and restaurants, and fit with parts capable of high performance. 

Take a closer look at the Tern Verge X10 in this new customer review! "Flying on a feather light folding bike."

Stromer ST1 - New Video Review Racking up Views!

We're psyched to see that our new Stromer ST1 video review already has well over 3000 views in just 2 weeks! If you haven't checked out this awesome electric bicycle then you are definitely missing something awesome. The ST1 combines a high power electric hub motor with a top quality frame and beautiful design.

You'll love the look and feel of a Stromer ST1 because it hardly looks like an electric bicycle at all. Check out the Stromer ST1 today and get to know one of the best electric bicycles on the market!

Saturday, November 2, 2013

The right speed for your folding bike

Deciding on the right number of speeds for your folding bike is important and can seem tricky at times. Given the thousands of different folding bikes out there all with different components and different gear ratios, how do you find the bike that's just perfect for your needs as a rider?

Read this week's blog, "The right speed for your folding bike" and learn how to determine the perfect gearing.