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NFL Star Says Walmart Was Mean To Underprivileged Kids

Houston Texans Wide Receiver Andre Johnson said his foundation ordered 750 bikes from Walmart that were to be given to underprivileged kids, and in return the retailer offered to provide ice and water for the event. TMZ says something got messed up with the order and so Walmart said "No water for you." More »

2:53 PM on Thu May 15 2008
By Meg Marco
9,893 views, 62 comments

walmart

This E-Zip Comfort Electric Bike Cannot Be Purchased Anywhere

An affordable electric bike that can go 18 mph for over 20 miles, but isn't sold online or in stores? Detroit, you clever fox, you've done it again!

E-Zip Comfort Electric Bike [Walmart] (Thanks to Jeff!)

12:43 AM on Sat Mar 22 2008
By Carey
5,626 views, 44 comments

Latest by chiieddy: @Michael Belisle: Or two people who have to drive to work because there's no other transportation. My husband and I work 24 miles away in OPPOSITE directions. We both drive AWAY from the city to get more »

recalls

This Huffy Bike Will Injure You

If you own this Huffy bike, you should be aware that at any moment "the bicycle crank can unexpectedly come off, causing the rider to lose control, fall and suffer serious injuries." More »

5:27 PM on Tue Oct 16 2007
By Meg Marco
2,651 views, 18 comments

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Make A Hex Key/Allen Wrench If You Only Have A Knife And A Pencil

If you're biking along and need to tighten something up on your bike, like your bike seat, here's a trick to remember even if you forgot your hex wrench. More »

11:36 AM on Tue Jun 26 2007
By Ben Popken
2,397 views, 23 comments

recalls

Target Bikes Recalled For "Frame Failure"

If something is going to fail on our bike, the frame isn't our first choice. The CSPC has issued a recall of two bikes, sold exclusively at Target for about $100. Triax PK7 and Vertical PK7 Bicycles have a frame that can crack "while in use, causing the rider to lose control and suffer injuries from a fall or collision." More »

12:59 PM on Thu Mar 29 2007
By Meg Marco
2,869 views, 22 comments