Author Archives: Scott M. Helfrich, Ed.D.

How I Made a Custom DC Comics Bicycle Wheel of The Flash

As a teen in the 1980s, I collected comic books for a few years, primarily DC Comics. The Flash was my favorite superhero, and I collected the second volume of the series when it started publication in 1987. I loved the artwork, color scheme, and the conflicts that Wally West had to solve. During thatContinue reading “How I Made a Custom DC Comics Bicycle Wheel of The Flash”

Essential Bicycle Repair Books to Have

As a bicycle mechanic, having a repair book on hand is a necessity. Even the most experienced mechanic will need to refer to a written resource from time to time. While there are nearly an endless variety of bicycles and associated components, general repair principles for all of them are generally in key repair books.Continue reading “Essential Bicycle Repair Books to Have”

Buyer Beware of Cheap Used Bicycles

Those looking to purchase an inexpensive used bicycle from a thrift store, yard sale, or flea market need to proceed with caution. While a $50 – $75 bicycle may seem like a bargain, you could be setting yourself up for a larger financial investment after you purchase it and, more concerning, possibly have an unsafeContinue reading “Buyer Beware of Cheap Used Bicycles”