Why?
I used to blog till a few months back, but the inanity of the whole thing got to me and so I stopped. However, now that I have a reasonably good excuse to blog I'll start again. Instead of blogging on general principles though, I plan to blog on something very specific. Cycles, cycling and cycling in Bangalore, to be precise.
Why?
I decided to start cycling in order to improve my general fitness level and being a child of the internet generation I tried to get some information about cycling in Bangalore. I managed to dig up a few websites which ranged from being useful to hilariously pointless.
Next: How does one actually go about buying cycling equipment in Bangalore? Where are the stores? How does one get there? Will Sourav Ganguly buy a cycle?
PS: For those of you who ( the very few ) who used to frequent this piece of internet real estate till I stopped blogging, a word of advice..... if you don't live in Bangalore and you aren't interested in cycling, this blog won't provide any entertainment.
Why?
I decided to start cycling in order to improve my general fitness level and being a child of the internet generation I tried to get some information about cycling in Bangalore. I managed to dig up a few websites which ranged from being useful to hilariously pointless.
- http://www.geocities.com/kummini/cycling/cycle.html - General information about cycling in Bangalore. Found it quite useful.
- http://www.bicyclesource.com - Information about cycling in general. Found it useful.
- Airzone - Nice flash presentation with no useful information whatsoever. Most of it is under construction.
- Yay! I want a cycle! Where do I buy one?
- Yay! I want a cycle! Where do I get a cycling helmet?
- Yay! I want a cycle! Where do I get elbow and knee guards?
- Yay! I want a cycle! Does it make sense to cycle on Bangalore's wonderful roads?
- Yay! I want a cycle! Should I settle for a goldfish instead? ( In a bowl. To stare at. Not to sit on and pedal )
Next: How does one actually go about buying cycling equipment in Bangalore? Where are the stores? How does one get there? Will Sourav Ganguly buy a cycle?
PS: For those of you who ( the very few ) who used to frequent this piece of internet real estate till I stopped blogging, a word of advice..... if you don't live in Bangalore and you aren't interested in cycling, this blog won't provide any entertainment.
posted by TheLaddoo at 8:21 AM
27 Comments:
# Yay! I want a cycle! Where do I buy one?
I used to buy cycles and cycle-accesories (last was when I was in 8th std., so info may be obsolete) from a couple of shops near (or at the end of) commercial street.
# Yay! I want a cycle! Does it make sense to cycle on Bangalore's wonderful roads?
No...you can get hit by other traffic, u can hit potholes, people, cows and get chased by confused dogs (this has happened to me!).
# Yay! I want a cycle! Should I settle for a goldfish instead? ( In a bowl. To stare at. Not to sit on and pedal )
You could learn swimming and chase fishes in a pool or you could run on a treadmill and stare at the goldfish.
your blog has come a full cycle dude :)
You Cyclerer.
What Kinda cycle do you have in mind BMX/Racing
Standard Chartered organizes these midnight cycle runs through the city. Ping Me and Ujjwal if you are interested
hey !!
good to see you blogging again.
i dont understand why you completely destroyed your previous posts, they were interesting you know.
happy cycling doc!!
Maybe you should start blogging again!!!Its been long.
--Aishwarya.
Hey,
I am looking forward to starting cycling. But preferrably to go on expedition trips outside Bangalore - which still to a large extent is serene. Any ideas?
Commercial Street has one of the better concentration of cycle shops in the city.
SB
dude. I am a regular commuter to work on my cycle. I own two bikes - the hero hawk with starlit 5 speed gear and the new bsa foldman. I am a software engineer with Infineon.
I will strongly suggest buying cycle from a store that provides excellent service. Raja cycles near Townhall in Bangalore is one such place. Number is 080-22297180.
You can read my review in mouthshut for more information. The link is http://www.mouthshut.com/review/Bicycles_vs._Automobiles-123654-1.html
regards,
Santosh
Hey,
I am impressed with the fact that you have considerd cycling to work being in Bangalore. My name is Audi and I am doing it too. I cycle alt days to my office at Residency Rd. from JP Nagar. Infact I am thinkin if there was a way to popularize this among the young IT people who stay in the city but drive to work! Looking for a cycling club or something which would spread awareness bout the same. Also, organize short weekend trips. Fun is important too.
Please let me know if you think the same.
Cheers,
Audi
Hello Sridhar / Suraj / Audi
I did not know that there are so many people interested in cycling in Bangalore. I thought people here are interested only in SUV's.
I cycle to work almost everyday from Bannerghatta road to South end cirle. i have a FIREFOX RELOADED, 21 gears with front and rear shocks. Its a mountain bike... you need one for Bangalore roads. it takes me 25mins to cycle 8.5 kms in this traffic...faster than my car...takes almost 40mins.
getting hit by other traffic... quite true like Suraj says... but cant hep it, can we?
Weekend trips for fun like Audi suggests.... fantastic idea. would love to be a part of it.
i want to pick up a pro bmx stunt bike where do i buy it in bangalore.....had one years back but it was stollen plz sugesst
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Guys...I am really working hard to popularize cycling in Bengaluru..Yes..you guys need to kickass....I am aiming for big time in popularizing bicycles by June 11th...Interested in the challenge...email me right away if you are serious about helping out in ways you can..I can share information that can get us going
hi,i love cycling,i`ve bought a cycle recently,and cycle in the mornings..
I need to know of groups that cycle on a regular basis in and around the city.
thanks
Just bought me a nice BMX Fear Factor from Raja cycle mart....been cycling everyday now for the last 15 days and want to join a cycling club of sorts...would like some info on it...
Bests
Vinay
Hey guys, check out this store in Bangalore called bumsonthesaddle. They are extremely good with what they do. Unlike the others, they dont push you to buy a cycle,they try to understand your need and give exactly what you want.They are a bunch of passionate cyclists who have substance. Visit them at www.bumsonthsaddle.com
Hi vinnie
Bumsonthesaddle does many rides in Bangalore. They have a biking community. You could join them in one of their rides.
Dear people...
I have been in Blore off and on and work for Britannia. Was on a lookout to buy a bicycle here to go to work on and started searching and bumped into this blog...!
Awesome guys...didnt know thr were people in this automobile jungle who are interested in bicycles as a mode of transport...do count me in for any sort of bicycle club u ppl might be coming out with...
Nishant
nishant.g1@gmail.com
if you want ti buy a cycle (a good one) you should go to the firefox outlet on st.johns road they have firefox, trek and raleigh cycles...you can also get accessories there
Hi Guys,
Seen thro' lot of exchange on cycling...I say why to cycle only in Bangalore why can't it be outside of bangalore on a weekend & enjoy the scenic beauty of karnataka n get thrilled with the hunmps n bumps along the country side with mesmorising scenic...
here is one stop solutions to all your hitches...We are a cycling club organising cylcing events n expeditions in & around karnataka in the roads which you would have never thought of..We will take care end-to-end starting from transporation,food, accomodation, cycles (if you don't have one)& excitement...if anybody interested you can write to me on mbprash@gmail.com
Prashanth
Hey Guys...
Really nice to see that there are so many bicycle enthusiasts in BLR.
My name is Shri and I too want to get myself a cycle more from a get fit purpose.
I had a cpl of questions though, since my core objective is to get fit i was looking for a cycle without any gears, remember i had a Hero ranger back in school and now the options available is making me dizzy.
Cud anyone here suggest a good cycle that looks like one and costs like one too :-)
Cheers
S
Need Tips on Switch over to Cycling in Bangalore
Hi,
I searched on google and came upon your page.
I am seriously looking to switch from my bike to bicycle for various reasons:
Ease of Traffic congestion
Health Reason
Economic
Eco friendly
However, I am not sure which model and what accessories I would need in order to sustain my daily commute to office and home.
I wanted to learn from the expereinces of other such initiative taking people in Bangalore and it would be really great to come across such people.
Do let me know.
Thanks a lot, sanjeev
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Hi guys,
For any of you who are looking at buying imported road cycles like Colnago, Wheeler, Trek, Bianchi, CSK, Pls feel free to contact my husband Mr. Prasanna (better known as Pressy). You can contact him on +91-9342854422 or +91-8088984422 or you may also mail your requirements to him on prasanna_cyc@rediffmail.com
Pressy was an international cyclist. He has represented the state and the country at various championships.
To promote his interest to the others who were interested, he started dealing with Imported Racing bicyles for Track and Road, MTB's and accessories. He has been in this business for over 15 years now. Most of the leading professional cyclists across India are using cycles supplied by him.
I am sure he will be able to help you guys out with your requirements...
www.decathlon.in You can get all the equipment you need.
hey..guys ..i'm a bmx beginner !! looking for people who r into da sport seriously !! ders not much scope of BMXing in bangalore..lets try making it popular..
World Diabetes Day 10K Cyclothon event, Nov 10th Sunday.
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hey guys. i recently started commuting to my office by cycle. its been 6 weeks i am doing it ., and i see good results. i want to buy the accessories. where do i get bicycle accessories at reasonable price.
Hello!
Bengaluru's own Corporate cycling event is here & you cannot miss it!
Pedal for the Planet 2015 organized by the Embassy Group is scheduled to happen on 23 August, Sunday at the Embassy Manyata Business Park.
As responsible developers with the largest office parks portfolio in the country, we would like to encourage cycling to work, for a greener planet.
All proceeds from the event will be helping our charity partner for the event, Colours of Life NGO, who works with the Embassy Group to support over 10 government schools covering 2,000 children in Bengaluru.
Check out the various race categories here: http://pedalfortheplanet.com/
Attractive prizes await winners of the event. We look forward to your support and participation to make the 2015 Pedal for Planet an even bigger hit!
Register for the event today: http://bit.ly/1L4XGys
Regards,
Krushita Varma
Member, Pedal for the Planet Team
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