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Yamaha 3 Tuning Forks Bicycle Head Badge

Posted on February 23, 2019 by Boston Biker

I was contacted by a client in Australia to make this badge.  I am pleased with the way it came out.  The outer softness contrasts the hard lines of the inside.  The way the points intrude into the outer circle, and the over all design.  It also feels really nice when you pick it up, […] Continue reading →

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Hazel-Rah Rabbit Head Badge

Posted on May 27, 2015 by Boston Biker

  Inspired by Watership Down, this badge features an etched copper witch hazel leaf with high polish brass rabbit.  I really like the way this came out! Continue reading →

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Turning The Loss Of Cycling Ability Into A Gain

Posted on January 19, 2015 by IsolateCyclist

TweetLife starts with almost unlimited and unknown potential. A newborn is a mystery in that he or she might be anyone, might do anything and might even make a difference in the world we live in. But, the farther along … Continue reading →

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Pedestrians Are Not A Uniform Group

Posted on January 12, 2015 by IsolateCyclist

TweetRoad planners tend to look at road design, efficiency, and cost first. Road users themselves, are something of an afterthought, if thought of at all. The problem with this approach is that it omits the most important thing of all, … Continue reading →

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As Bicycles Get Smarter Will Bikers Get Dumber?

Posted on January 5, 2015 by IsolateCyclist

TweetIn recent years, there has been a lot of talk about intelligent bicycles. What is meant by “intelligent” is never clearly defined, but it implies that the bicycle has the ability to do something beyond rolling along on two tires. … Continue reading →

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Bicycle Bandits Should Avoid Motor Vehicles

Posted on December 29, 2014 by IsolateCyclist

TweetSurprisingly, the use of a bicycle as a getaway vehicle is on the rise. This is probably because robbers can’t flee quickly enough on foot, and a motor vehicle would be too easy to identify. A bicycle provides the best … Continue reading →

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With The Advent Of Motorized Vehicles Came The Concept Of Traveling Out Of The Way

Posted on December 22, 2014 by IsolateCyclist

TweetOne thing about riding a bicycle is that most cyclists try to find the most direct route to their destination. The shorter the route, the easier it will be physically, barring the existence of steep hills, for them to get … Continue reading →

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With The Advent Of Motorized Vehicles Came The Concept Of Traveling Out Of The Way

Posted on December 22, 2014 by IsolateCyclist

TweetOne thing about riding a bicycle is that most cyclists try to find the most direct route to their destination. The shorter the route, the easier it will be physically, barring the existence of steep hills, for them to get … Continue reading →

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Humans Creating Divisions Among Themselves And Drawing Comparisons

Posted on December 18, 2014 by IsolateCyclist

TweetIf there’s one thing humans like to do, it’s categorize people. Everything from race to religion, height, weight, age, gender, ethnicity, ability, talent and achievement — to name a few — are considered. Once everyone is classified into at least … Continue reading →

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When Is Being Seated Not Sitting?

Posted on December 15, 2014 by IsolateCyclist

TweetAs a photographer, I tend to see the world as an interesting and ever-changing collection of “interesting shots.” These shots do not include selfies. For while selfies can loosely be defined as photos, they do not reflect the photographer’s eye … Continue reading →

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