It’s Raining Folding Bikes
As August draws to a close, the string of blisteringly hot sunny days has begun to give way to colder temperatures and thundershowers– harbingers of the colder seasons to come. In the spirit of the...
View ArticleFrom NJ to NYC on the Brompton Folding Bike
I have wanted to add biking to my commuting equation for quite some time now, but I never really made a commitment to do it – not even try it. I happen to work with some, how shall I put this,...
View ArticleBike City: the Aftermath of Hurricane Sandy
Hurricane Sandy has come and gone and left its mark. Severe flooding in Jersey and lower Manhattan, trees ripped from the earth, and a complete dissolution of public transit. MTA Chairman Joseph Lhota...
View ArticleThe Best Folding Bikes for the Price
There are many ways to think about buying a new bike. Some go for the gusto. They don’t want to think about prices, discounts, deals, they want the best of the best, the creme dela creme— a high...
View ArticlePlaying with the Brompton Toolkit
Yesterday, we received word: the Brompton Toolkit has been officially shipped from the Brompton Factory and should be available by the end of December. The wait is nearly over, I know I know, but I...
View ArticleBrompton Toolkit In Stock!
The Brompton Toolkit is now in Stock, and today we’re excited to be shipping out our first batch of the new bike kits. Now that the Brompton Toolkit’s available, here’s a refresher on it’s features and...
View ArticleMy Brompton Bike Street Demonstrations
Twice a week I pack up a few Brompton Bikes, load them into a cart and head out onto the streets of New York City to give some demonstrations. As a bike shop, we try to find ways to connect with our...
View ArticleThe Brompton Bike Tours
In spite of the snow that blanketed New York last night, spring is not too far off and we’re starting to turn our thoughts towards the warmer days ahead. As soon as the sun comes out from behind the...
View ArticleThe Brompton: a folding bike for taller riders
Today, we got a facebook message from someone who was looking for a folding bike for taller riders. He had already done some research and had rightly concluded that a Brompton Bike with a telescopic...
View ArticlePeter and Roberto’s Custom Brompton Bikes
On a typical Thursday, there are 7 of us working the shop, Izzy the mechanic, Jeffery in the back crunching numbers, pulling a little accounting magic out of his hat; Eric shipping like no man has...
View ArticleBrompton Bike Serendipity
Here at the shop, each of us plays a uniquely important role to make sure everything goes smoothly. Steve and Miles work sales on the floor, Eric ships out all orders, Peter does pretty much...
View ArticleHow to ride in NYC traffic: 5 Tips that could save your life.
It seems crazy to me now, but just 2 years ago I had never ridden a bike in New York City. I grew up loving bikes, like any kid, setting up epic plywood-cinderblock jumps in the drive way, getting in...
View ArticleClaire’s Specialized Titanium Brompton
On our weekly Brompton Bike Rides, we have 12 tour bikes to lend out, but it’s always nice when someone brings a Brompton Bike of their own. It’s one thing to see a Brompton hanging on the wall here in...
View ArticleThe right speed for your folding bike
When a customer comes in the shop looking to buy a folding bike, right off the bat they usually ask about gears. How many gears is enough gears? Will the 10 speed really be better for longer distance...
View ArticleHow to fold the Brompton bike! A beginners guide.
Being new to the world of folding bikes, there has been a lot to learn about the brands, parts, and technologies that are completely alien to someone who has been riding a full sized bicycle since...
View ArticleBrompton: Why wait?
One of the great things about Brompton Bikes is that they come in so many different models and in so many different colors. Of course this poses its own challenges. I remember being a kid, waiting at...
View ArticleUpcoming Brompton Events in 2014!
As you enter NYCeWheels bike shop in NYC, you may be distracted by the shiny new folding bikes lining your peripheral, you may even feel star struck as Peter from the NYCeWheels videos takes your hand,...
View ArticleFixing a flat on the Brompton Bike!
So there you are, pedaling hard at the last stretch of a 20 mile commute home from work – your blood is pumping, your energy is holding strong, and with any luck you’ll beat your best time and make it...
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