SpongyWonder bicycle seat

Some of us guys who use a bicycle to commute to school or work expect to reap the benefits this kind of self-propelled transportation provides. We save money and don't pollute by going gas free. We get a bit of a cardio workout and reduce our need for expensive medical treatment later on. However, for some there are drawbacks to cycling that don't get mentioned much because it was thought nothing much could be done about it and besides that, there are some things guys just don't like to talk about.

For those of you who were afraid to ask there is good news to be had today. A new study informs us that no-nose bicycle seats can improve penile sensation and erectile function whilst decreasing "groin numbness" and perineal discomfort. No, really! The study was carried out over the span of a year using 90 cycling police officers from all over the country as guinea pigs and found that, well, no-nose bicycle seats rule! Of course, some complain that this type of seat also decreases control over your bike (and looks funny) but for transportation purposes they should function just fine. There are many different styles of noseless saddles out there so hit up the great Google and take a gander.

[Source: Science Daily]

With Gasoline prices at record high levels, more drivers than ever are trying to unload their SUVs and get into vehicles that don't consume as much fuel. Some are moving to smaller more efficient cars, while others are hopping on public transit. Still others are opting for pedal power. Barry Dahl of Bismark ND seems to have picked a most opportune time to open his new bike shop. He sold more than fifty bikes in his first month in business. Bike shops all over the country are having record sales this year and even those who aren't buying new ones are getting their older bikes fixed up. Shops that have seen declining repair business for over a decade are seeing a big up-tick in business this spring. For those of you haven't ridden your bike to work yet this Friday may be a good time to start. The League of American Bicyclists is promoting Bike-to-Work Day on May 16. Depending on where you live, this may be the time to start. Fortunately here in the Ann Arbor area, we have lots of bike lanes and, for people who work in the downtown area, there are places to lock up your bike. Try it, you might like it.

[Source: Minneapolis Star-Tribune]