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Curious About The History of Bicycles?!

  Here is an awesome article by the Washington Post about the many different chain-ges of the bicycle!   Check it Out Here!      

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July 5, 2017

December Cycling Social Calendar

Just because the temperature is going down doesn’t mean you can’t keep riding! In fact, there are still plenty of biking events throughout December. We hope to see you out there – whether on the road or trail. © Copyright Patrick Baldwin Saturday December 3 7:30 am in West Concord | mileage varies – Saturday morning rides with Monsters in the Basement cycling club. Join the email list for details. 8:30 am sharp at Nahanton Park, Newton | 19, 23, 28, and 42 mile loops – Saturday Morning Ride Smack Down Ride with the Boston Road Club. 11 am at the South Acton Commuter Rail Station | 23 miles – Bustin’ Out with Nashoba Valley Pedalers. 8 am in Warwick, RI | 30-60 min – NBX Grand Prix of Cyclocross Sunday December 4 7:30 am at the Unitarian Church in…

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November 27, 2016

Shooting from the Saddle: 3 Urban Photography Concepts

The process of urban cycling photography is not as easy as it seems. Our guides understand the challenge of simultaneously riding, looking at the terrain and judging a good vantage point. The following are some fundamental photography concepts that should help you. It’s all about perspective.   1. Lighting your Shots Natural Lighting…

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October 24, 2016

Camp Wapanacki – Luxury Cabin Rentals

Check out Camp Wapanacki – our sister company in the “Northeast Kingdom”, Hardwick VT.

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August 24, 2016

Are you Urban?

Check out our new lineup of advocacy T-shirts.

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August 23, 2016

Top 5 May Events in Boston

  Now that our spring fling with April is nearing its end, we’re moving on to bigger and better things, and they’re called May! Here’s our roundup of the best events Boston has to offer during the fifth month…. 1. Art Week in Boston Kicking off tonight, Art Week is a bi-annual creative revolution. This…

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April 30, 2016

A Look at Our First Tours of 2016

  Each year, we come away with a large (read: tremendous) amount of tour photos, highlighting almost every tour group that goes out. We like taking the time to share the best of these pics because, a. it gives potential riders a sneak peak into what they can expect on an Urban AdvenTours experience, and b….

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April 21, 2016

Getting Around Town During Boston Marathon Weekend

      Who’s excited for Boston Marathon weekend? Who’s not excited for getting around the city during marathon weekend? We thought so…. Whether you’re actually running in the race or not, the Boston Marathon can be a transportation and logistical challenge. Tens of thousands of runners (and up to a million friends, supporters and…

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April 13, 2016

Top 5 Reasons You Should Get a Bike

    Still not sold on investing in a two-wheeled adventure? Well, we think this post may change your mind… And, lucky for you, we sell only top of the line bicycles at our bike shop, Urban Cycles—complete with friendly folks who can help you pick out your perfect set of wheels! 1. A bike…

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April 7, 2016

Top 5 April Events in Boston

  Happy April eve, everyone! Yes, that’s a thing. (Or, it is now…) Nothing goes together better than springtime and Boston, and we’ve rounded up all the best things to do this month in the Hub. 1. Boston Marathon  It wouldn’t be an April list if we didn’t mention the marathon! This year marks the…

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March 31, 2016