TOP 5 ESSENTIALS FOR COMMUTING ON A BICYCLE

Ayush Kundu BOTS Guides, Commute, Tips & Tricks

We’ve come up with the Top 5 Bicycle Commuting Essentials for India which will help you stay safe, seen and comfortable while getting around on your bicycle. Commuting via bicycle is one of the best ways to get around Indian Cities. They’re nimble, quick and can cut through the dreaded traffic jams on your typical rush-hour commute. Not to mention …

Kona Dew 2020 - BUMSONTHESADDLE BIKE REVIEW

BIKE REVIEW – KONA DEW 2021

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Kona Bikes is synonymous with good quality bikes across the world. An originally Canadian bicycle brand, currently based out of Washington, Kona produces a complete range of road, commuter, cyclocross, and mountain bikes. The Kona Dew 2021 is the latest iteration of the company’s classic all-around commuter bike, aimed at providing a comfortable fun riding experience at an affordable price …

Choosing Bicycle Lights for Daily Commute

CHOOSING BICYCLE LIGHTS FOR A DAILY COMMUTE

Ayush Kundu BOTS Guides, Commute

Commuting on a bike is perfect for beating rush-hour traffic and reducing your carbon footprint, while also staying fit and healthy. And enjoying your daily commute. In crowded Indian cities, we’ve often seen bike commutes being a lot faster than driving to work. What a great way to save time, save money, have a fantastic commute, squeeze in some fitness …

HOW TO STAY SAFE WHILE CYCLING DURING CORONAVIRUS

Shaun George BOTS News, Commute, Tips & Tricks

Times such as these are tough as we’re amidst a super contagion that has spread havoc all over the world. The novel Coronavirus (Covid-19) is, in a true sense a pandemic. As mandated by the Indian Government, most Indians have been staying indoors to prevent the spread and there has been a drastic drop in vehicular movement and pedestrian movement. …

ORTLIEB BIKE BAGS & PANNIERS – BUYING GUIDE

Shaun George BOTS Guides, Commute

Bike bags are small bags that latch onto your bike’s frame and are invaluable for carrying gear on bike rides, be it a day trip out of your crowded cities or an across-the-world bike adventure. Although these are indispensable for long rides, these can become absolutely essential for your every ride bike commute or while you’re out shopping. DO I …

HOW TO CHOOSE BICYCLE LIGHTS – BUYERS GUIDE

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We have all been in situations where poor visibility has led to bad ride days or even worse. These situations can be better handled with appropriate clothing and lighting solutions. There are a few parameters to consider before you shop around for BICYCLE LIGHTS. Read on to understand how we at BumsOnTheSaddle choose lights. TYPES OF BIKE LIGHTS Bicycle lights …

HOW TO CHOOSE BICYCLE PANNIERS – BUYERS GUIDE

Shaun George BOTS Guides, Commute

Why do cyclists prefer pannier bags when they can carry a backpack to lug things around? We asked a few riders who regularly commute to work on their bicycles and they gave us a few reasons why they prefer pannier bags vs a backpack Comfort was the most important. Everyone hates a sweaty back because of a heavy backpack on …