Reviews

These are links to some reviews of the Kona AfricaBike. It'll be updated whenever I find new, or interesting ones.

Adam Greenfield's Speedbird

Cyclorama

Fortworthology

Manchester Cycling

MCRcycling

Post Industrial Brambles

Road CC

Not a review, but you gotta read this!

Security

When I take my bike for quick errands I use the "integrated rear wheel lock" and a "chain lock" to secure my bike. If I had to leave it for long time, I'll throw in another U-lock in the mix.

I also have the old "bicycle chain in a inner tube" trick for the saddle. I would also cover the saddle with a plastic bag to hide and "ugly-fy" it a bit if I was gonna leave it locked for a long time.

A professional bike thief will still be able to take the bike or saddle.  The best I can hope for is to slow them down, or make them look for an easier target.

UPDATED APRIL 3, 2011:  I decided to remove some security features.

Retired For The Winter

I've cleaned and lubed the chain with Finish Line Dry Teflon Lube. Now it's hung up for winter storage. I admire the people who tough it out in the winter.

Since I won't be riding for awhile, I'm thinking about possible modifications. Maybe I'll turn it into a light weight road beast with drop bars. Or a touring bike. Maybe a mountain bike with suspension. Oh I know...a cyclocross bike. Hmmm...so many options.