Author: Leandro Mangubat
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Bike commuting taught me what it’s like to be vunerable, marginalized, and oppressed
Our experiences on the road illustrate how systemic bias against cyclists normalize risk, shift accountability away from dangerous drivers, and… READ MORE
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Photography and cycling: Did I give up one for the other?
Photography and cycling intertwined beautifully, but bike commuting took precedence. Embracing both passions shaped Leandro’s journey, revealing joy in documenting… READ MORE
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This 1978 Fuji Olympic touring bike is a gold medal
An impulsive purchase led to a memorable experience with a 1978 Fuji Olympic touring bike. Despite its quirks, the bike… READ MORE
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Raging my dream with my Bridgestone Eurasia
The journey of transforming a dream bike into reality through passion, creativity, and determination reflects deep personal growth, with every… READ MORE
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You can build a chill all-terrain bike with the Traction Veer
The Traction Veer is an excellent mountain bike for chill rides and touring, offering comfort, versatility, and ruggedness, perfect for… READ MORE
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Filipinos are throwing pearls to the swine with light electric vehicles and e-trikes
The “Life with LEVs” event revealed government officials’ reluctance to adopt light electric vehicles, emphasizing restrictions over solutions, undermining efforts… READ MORE
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Turn your world around with the Tern Link D8
The Tern Link D8 is an excellent beginner-friendly folding bike that combines convenience and comfort for urban commuting, making it… READ MORE
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“Mamma mia!” The greater tragedy behind the storefront crash at Matteo Guidicelli’s restaurant
Minimizing negligence through kindness reframes accountability, normalizes dangerous driving, and shifts blame onto victims, revealing how car-centric narratives excuse harm… READ MORE
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Language matters when talking about bike commuting
The perception of bike commuting reveals societal biases, with language influencing relationships and attitudes. Advocating for cycling and inclusive infrastructure… READ MORE
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Cycling in Singapore is doable, but it could be so much better
Cycling in Singapore shows promise with evolving infrastructure, but challenges remain. Optimistic efforts could make it a truly bike-friendly city,… READ MORE
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The Traction Compass is great for your first gravel bike
The Traction Compass is an affordable gravel bike offering speed, versatility, and comfort for commuting or recreational rides, making it… READ MORE
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How bike commuting to San Juan made working on-site bearable
The transition back to office work highlighted the stress of daily commutes. Bike commuting emerged as a practical, cost-effective solution,… READ MORE
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4 signs of a good bike shop
For us bike commuters, a bike shop should have products available, knowledgeable staff, community atmosphere, and accessibility to meet individual… READ MORE
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