Commute Archives | Montague Bikes https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/category/commute/ Performance Folding Bikes for Road and Mountain Fri, 16 Feb 2018 21:58:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 Winter Cycling Check List https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2016/12/winter-cycling-check-list/ https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2016/12/winter-cycling-check-list/#comments Thu, 01 Dec 2016 17:37:40 +0000 https://www.montaguebikes.com/?p=16021 There’s no reason winter should stop you from riding your bike. Whether you normally get in the saddle for commuting, fitness, or pleasure, you can still have comfortable and enjoyable rides even in cold weather. Here are some necessities to prepare you and your bike for winter cycling.   1. Clean, Lubricate, and Service Your Bike […]

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]]> https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2016/12/winter-cycling-check-list/feed/ 5 Montague Expands Official Park&Pedal Program with State of Massachusetts https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2016/06/montague-expands-official-parkandpedal/ https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2016/06/montague-expands-official-parkandpedal/#comments Wed, 29 Jun 2016 17:35:14 +0000 https://www.montaguebikes.com/?p=15651 Last spring Montague Bikes worked with the state of Massachusetts to establish the nation’s first official Park&Pedal program. The multi-modal commuting network encourages car commuters to park outside the city and cycle the second half of their journey. It provides a stepping stone to bike commuting for those who live too far from work to […]

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]]> https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2016/06/montague-expands-official-parkandpedal/feed/ 3 What I’ve Learned Bike Commuting in Boston https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2015/11/what-ive-learned-bike-commuting-in-boston/ https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2015/11/what-ive-learned-bike-commuting-in-boston/#comments Thu, 19 Nov 2015 17:24:06 +0000 http://www.montaguebikes.com/?p=14327 It’s been almost a year since my first day at Montague and after 9 months of commuting by bike, I think it’s time to take stock of what I’ve learned from the experience. First, I should clarify that by no means does working at a bicycle company automatically make you the ultimate bike commuter. Yes, I naturally love […]

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]]> https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2015/11/what-ive-learned-bike-commuting-in-boston/feed/ 4 Montague Launches Official Park&Pedal Program https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2015/08/montague-launches-official-parkpedal-program/ https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2015/08/montague-launches-official-parkpedal-program/#comments Sat, 08 Aug 2015 21:37:05 +0000 http://www.montaguebikes.com/?p=13805 Here at Montague Bikes we’ve been encouraging the concept of Park&Pedal commuting for many years. If you normally drive to work and your commute is too long to do entirely by bike, park half way or a reasonable distance from work and ride the remainder. It provides a manageable step toward bike commuting and can save […]

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]]> https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2015/08/montague-launches-official-parkpedal-program/feed/ 1 New to Bike Commuting in Cambridge, MA https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2015/04/new-to-bike-commuting-in-cambridge-ma/ https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2015/04/new-to-bike-commuting-in-cambridge-ma/#comments Tue, 21 Apr 2015 14:37:03 +0000 http://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/?p=9775 I’ve always been impressed by people biking to work regardless of how bad the weather is.  Since I’m not really a ‘morning person’ and usually take a long time to wake up both physically and mentally, I used to commute by bus. It doesn’t take a lot of thinking: go outside, wait for the bus at […]

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]]> https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2015/04/new-to-bike-commuting-in-cambridge-ma/feed/ 2 2014 Cyclist Holiday Gift Guide https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2014/12/2014-cyclist-holiday-gift-guide/ https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2014/12/2014-cyclist-holiday-gift-guide/#comments Tue, 02 Dec 2014 21:32:35 +0000 http://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/?p=9460 December is a time for gift giving. If you have a cyclist to shop for, we have some ideas for you. Bike Multi-Tool A handy all-in-one bike tool is a must own for any cyclist. I have a great multi-tool and I could still use another. It’s nice to have one in your bag or […]

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]]> https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2014/12/2014-cyclist-holiday-gift-guide/feed/ 2 Enter for a Chance to Win a Montague Crosstown Folding Bike! https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2014/07/enter-for-a-chance-to-win-a-montague-crosstown-folding-bike/ https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2014/07/enter-for-a-chance-to-win-a-montague-crosstown-folding-bike/#comments Wed, 23 Jul 2014 19:11:30 +0000 http://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/?p=9033 Montague Bikes is organizing a bike giveaway for one brand new Montague Crosstown folding bike. The only thing you have to do to enter is like our official Facebook page and answer the following: If you receive a Montague Crosstown, what would you use it for? How would you utilize the bike’s folding feature? Easy […]

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]]> https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2014/07/enter-for-a-chance-to-win-a-montague-crosstown-folding-bike/feed/ 21 Watch Out for the Unexpected: Bike Safety https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2014/07/watch-out-for-the-unexpected-bike-safety/ https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2014/07/watch-out-for-the-unexpected-bike-safety/#respond Wed, 16 Jul 2014 19:08:44 +0000 http://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/?p=8926 The general tips for bike safety are well known among bike commuters, but there are often dangerous scenarios that arise even when you follow the rules of the road.  Unfortunately, some drivers don’t know the laws regarding bikes, they do unexpected things, or simply don’t see you. It’s important to be aware of these scenarios […]

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]]> https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2014/07/watch-out-for-the-unexpected-bike-safety/feed/ 0 Google Self Driving Car Recognizes Cyclists https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2014/04/google-self-driving-car-recognizes-cyclists/ https://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/2014/04/google-self-driving-car-recognizes-cyclists/#respond Wed, 30 Apr 2014 15:02:04 +0000 http://www.montaguebikes.com/folding-bikes-blog/?p=8657 As the idea of self driving cars comes closer to reality, the concern on most people’s minds is the safety of other road users. The most vulnerable of which would be pedestrians and cyclists; those not in a protective, airbag equipped vehicle of their own. It’s hard enough making sure human drivers see us when […]

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