The cool-styled ENVO Flex Overland e-bike made it possible for me to make a compromise with my 16-year-old son that made us both happy. He gets independence, and I get peace of mind. He got his learners’ permit to drive, but he just doesn’t have enough experience behind the wheel.Continue Reading

During the pandemic, there was an explosion of interest in recreational cycling, and e-bikes were a huge beneficiary of a new class of pedalers who wanted to get out into the fresh air, engage in a little physical activity, but not knock themselves out. A neighbor who bought one triedContinue Reading

Biking accessories that will keep you cranking When enjoying a bike ride, besides the scenery and company, your gear makes up a large part of a bike riding experience. Here are a few must-haves for the road or trail rider to make your outing on two wheels carefree and pleasant.Continue Reading

A ride on the wild side Like many ‘tween and teen boys, my son played a lot of Fortnite. Okay, too much Fortnite. Hours and hours of Fortnite, sometimes through the night. When he wasn’t playing Fortnite, he was on group chats with his friends or watching TikToks.  I triedContinue Reading

Biking road rules for safe family riding Whether for recreation or a mode of transportation, bicycling is an excellent way to get exercise and get where you want to go. Cycle safely by following riding rules for the trail, the street or anywhere your two-wheeler takes you. Be a helmetContinue Reading

Must-haves for exploring the great outdoors Get out and enjoy the great outdoors with these proven products that will keep you going – climbing, camping, fishing, hiking, mountain biking and doing whatever you do in the wild, in style, comfort and with gusto. Get down tonight When the weather outsideContinue Reading

The weather is hot, the pool is cool, the kids are out of school. Here’s what you need indoors and outdoors, for fun in the sun and summer entertaining. Glide through summer Cruise through the neighborhood, head to the pool, or coast over to your BFF’s house, and arrive likeContinue Reading

Cycling road rules to ride by Whether for recreation or a mode of transportation, bicycling is an excellent way to get exercise and get where you want to go. Cycle safely by following riding rules for the trail, the street or anywhere your two-wheeler takes you. Be a helmet headContinue Reading

A beach, a city, and a harbor for ships and visitors Living 17 years in LA, I visited Long Beach about half a dozen times. It served as a halfway meeting point for me and friends who lived in Orange County. We had brunch and dinner there on occasion, andContinue Reading