Mission Mission

Yes, it was too hard to resist.

Yes, I need a new front wheel.

Previously:

Human Trafficking Ring in Downtown SF Preys on Unsuspecting Cyclists

Wow, be careful out there fellow cyclists–it sounds like we have another maniac on the loose.  Our pal Shelley and her friend were just menaced by a crazy driver who appears to have it out for people riding bicycles:

It was a black Chevy Impala with tinted windows. Rammed us from behind heading northbound on Shotwell btw 17th and 18th (right in front of the ODC building), and then executed a 3 point turn to escape. It was crazy, he came at us honking, and then shouted “I warned you!” as he drove off. I couldn’t believe it was happening. I’m just grateful the only serious damage was to Erik’s bicycle (The bike ended up under the dude’s front bumper.. totally snapped the back rim in two, crushed the right side toe clip, headset is fucked, etc.)

Luckily, they got the license plate and filed a police report, so be on the lookout for a Black Chevy Impala with license # 6PWS040.

It was almost one year ago exactly that some creep in an SUV went on a rampage and targeted 4 different cycles before eventually being caught by police, and even less than that since Yannick Linke was killed at Turk and Masonic by an allegedly drunk driver who then tried to flee the scene, so it’s clear that there’s definitely still some tension between automobiles and bicycles, even in one of the most cycle-friendly cities in the country.  Be careful out there everyone!

[Photo by Troy Holden]

Chrome is throwing happy hour tonight, you know, because it’s Thursday:

Every 3rd Thursday of the month, we’re bringing you a night of FREE live music & booze.

Third Thursdays Chrome SF Presents: DJ DudeStorm

Now you have something rad to do tonight after work. Have fun!

[Photo via Chrome Dispatch]

Deal With It today published an interview with Storts, our favorite messenger. Here’s an excerpt:

What’s the craziest think you have seen while at work?

Craziest thing at work would probably be the time I saw a bummy fight, and one of the dudes was tossed into on coming traffic and got hit by a car. Smashed the cars front window, but just got up and continued to fight with what I’m sure was a broken everything! Man that PCP is one powerful drug!

What are your top 5 cities for riding and why?

Cities I love to ride in would be SAN FRANCISCO, Portland, L.A ., Hawaii, and OHH anywhere in Japan! But I’m going to europe for the CMWC’s (Cycle Messenger World Championships) so there might be another one we gotta add, but I’ll let you know how it goes when/if i come back.

Read on.

[Photo by juicyrai]

It’s not the most common accoutrement you may see attached to a bicycle (even in this city), but I bet it really comes in handy when you can’t quite finish that super burrito and want to take the rest to go.

Macaframa is hosting tomorrow’s annual bike swap, so if you’re looking to buy/sell bike parts on the cheap, head over to the bell-cement area in the center of Dolores Park to set up your wares and find some treasures.

So does anyone have a cheap crankset they want to sell, and subsequently put on my bike for me?

[Poster via Macaframa]

Not to be outdone, some cycle-centric staff at Arizmendi have taken the time to set up their own little spot and are handing out delicious cookies to anyone riding by!  Even better, attached is a very stylish coupon that grants you a buy-one-get-one-free deal on some of the best pizza slices around!

Free pizza and cookies?  Sold.

Previously:

Best Arizmendi pizza I’ve had in a while

Happy Bike to Work Day 2011 everyone!  Come and join the party at Valencia and 17th, where there’s free bags, bananas, music, and all sorts of festivities!  Not on your route?  Check out the handy map!

Keep up the great work SF Bike Coalition!

Previously:

Segway to Work Day

This is not a sponsored post or anything. I’m just pumped that we’re all no longer stuck with plain ol’ black and orange! (And just in time for Bike to Work Day!)

Pushbike has all of these and more in stock right now, and you can buy the whole lock or just the skin. Read all about it and then head on over before closin’ time, which is at 6:00.

And as usual the SF Bike Coalition is geared up to make it a good one.

Find an explanation of the above map of energizer stations and commuter convoy depots here. And learn more about the rest of the day’s festivities here.

Most importantly, bike to work tomorrow! (I’ve got a couple extras if somebody needs a loaner.)