Bike Hugger 

With the news that the economic stimulus checks are going out, I wondered what bike huggers would spend them on; would they bank the cash for gas when they have to drive, upgrade their bikes, get some new bike parts, wheels? Donate it? Or work on folding it all into shirts!

What are you spending it on?

Expecting record turn out for bike-to-work with prices like that … Uploaded by shaderlab | more from the Bike Hugger Photostream.

I’d add a bike rack to this art project

for the irony and found this French Fry Holder incredibly obscene and then thought, “that’d be pretty cool for Bettie when taking the kids out to eat!

We’re in Portland Oregon for our next Hugga Event and it’s on May 21st to coincide with Webvisions. Just like we did at SXSW, we’re going to ride and then meetup at a pub for a reception with a raffle, giveaways, and schwag o’ plenty. Register for the Mobile Social on Upcoming. Participation is limited to 50.

Check below for the ride details and back here for updates.

WebVisions is a two-day web conference that explores the future of Web design, technology, user experience and business strategy.

So what’s a Mobile Social Event?

It’s Like a Tupperware party for bike enthusiasts, only without the beehive hairdo or weird cult-like party games.

No really, what is it?

It’s an intersection of bikes, technology, and culture – we ride, talk bikes, party, and give away product.

Happy Earth Day all, a great time to think about reducing your impact on the planet. Transportation is one of the key areas we can effect in our own lives and if you’re in Seattle’s north end this weekend stop by the Green My Ride transportation fair. The fair’s at the Phinney Neighborhood Center between 9:30 and 3:00 on this Saturday the 26th of April. The announcement says rain or shine, no word on snow but if that happens (again) I’m sure the event will go on.

Helpful tips on biking and a bike gear swap are on the docket, as are a host of other events (some live music, activities for kids, etc). They’ll even have some tips for folks who have to drive cars. I’ll be swinging by on the big yellow cargo bike to show folks how to haul cargo and kids. Hope to see you there.