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Hey BARF, Long time no see. I've been working for a biomaterials place that has an artist in residence. They want to make a one off, custom lower-leg prosthesis from lab-grown biomaterials and the usual steel, etc. Want to work with us and get a free prosthetic? Part of the dream is to build...

If you do your own wrenching on your bike, you know what a pain in the ass it can be to get rid of tires (and filters are a bit of a pain, too). Usually costs 3-5 bucks at tire shops. Here's a chance to get rid of your backstock of crusty old tires, worn-out knobbies, used-up slicks, commuter...

Free stuff! Bring in your used motorcycle oil filter to Motopia in exchange for a FREE replacement filter (for in stock filters only). Event Staff will collect the used filter for free recycling. Limited to filters $10 and under. No residence restrictions; anyone can come. Conservation Corps...

Got back from a sobering meeting at the Alameda County Board of Supervisors' chambers in Oakland today. They were voting on whether to approve their own staff's recommendation to oppose the Carnegie SVRA expansion, which would triple the current size of the park. Carnegie bought the land with...

Just as it says--I'm entering all new "likes" on the Riders Recycle Facebook page, from now through June 30th, into a contest for a $50 Cycle Gear gift card. If you're a FB user, you can get oil recycling info, special offers, moto news, advance notice of events where we'll be giving away gear...

Demo ride opportunities are rare, so I thought I'd post these up. Spirit Motorcycles on Meridian Ave. in San Jose has the Victory demo truck out today (Sunday) til 5, and the Indian demo truck will be here on May 30-31st. If you're considering a cruiser, here's a good chance to come try one...

I'm running another workshop on how to change (and recycle, naturally ;) ) your bike's oil and filter, at Piston & Chain on a Thursday evening. The class will be free, you don't have to be a P&C member, and we should be able to get everyone's oil changed on the spot. I've got tools, they've got...

So I have this old friend group from my college days; it's morphed a lot, but many of us are still friends, and have a social media presence. Since we are now scattered all over the map, FB helps. So this morning I am awakened by frantic texts from a good buddy in Portland. She's seen one of...

When I bought my little '01 Suzuki Grand Vitara in March (Thanks ThumperX!), the place that did the pre-purchase inspection mentioned that the vehicle had worn control-arm bushings that should eventually be replaced. 6k miles later, I rotated my tires, only to find extra wear and cupping on...

My DR650 busted a fork seal on my recent trip to Oregon. Before I could catch it, got fork oil sprayed all over the left side of the bike, my boot, etc. I was way out on Hwy 36 so just elected to ride it home, but a little bit of oil did get on the brake rotor and pads, and a few drops hit the...

I have a pair of DR650s and camping gear and a lovely rider girlfriend and a couple-three days to get up to Yachats, OR to meet her family there. After spending the week there, we'll get to ride back. Seeking route, food and camping suggestions. I've done the coast, Skaggs, 128; done 36...

I find myself loading up my SUV and taking the Riders Recycle gear to lots of motorcycle and car-show types of events. The other day I thought, "wouldn't it be cool to have a cargo sidecar, load up all my gear, and RIDE to and from these things?" Hmmm. Who here has run a sidecar rig? How...

Got a cruiser and want to travel this summer? T-Bags Super-T travel bag up for sale. Made in USA, which is nice. Well-made expandable soft bag system; this one has been mounted to a bike but is otherwise new. Zippers and buckles work, no stains, tears, smells, of course. Bag, shown stuffed...

Riders Recycle will be at the San Mateo County Fair this year, sharing space in the Green Tent with all kinds of other programs aimed at protecting the environment, and spreading the word about oil recycling. We have some tickets from the Fair to spread around, too...so you can ride to the Fair...

Riders Recycle is sponsoring a free motorcycle oil/filter change class at Piston & Chain in SF. Come learn this essential basic bike maintenance skill, and learn how and where to recycle your oil and filters, too. Free oil pans for first 10 participants. First 8 signups can bring their bikes...

National Armed Forces Freedom Ride, Saturday, May 17, 2014. Arrival time at Martinez is 8:00 am to 9:30 am. KSU at 10:45 Martinez V.A. Hospital, 150 Muir Road , Martinez, CA. Arrival at Mather V.A. Hospital at about 12:30 pm and riders will stay and visit with the vets till 2:00 pm...

Riders Recycle is sponsoring a free motorcycle oil/filter change class at Chabot College in Hayward. Come learn this essential basic bike maintenance skill, and learn how and where to recycle your oil and filters, too. Free oil pans for all participants. First 4 signups can bring their bikes...

Justice comes in all sorts of flavors. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/04/30/donald-sterling-banned-bunny-ranch_n_5235320.html Best of all, they are giving his ex a free lifetime pass..."She needs to meet some women who can satisfy her more than any man could," Hof said. :thumbup

Cycle Gear Pittsburg will be hosting a Bike Night for all at their shop in Pittsburg, 4145 Century Blvd., 5-7 pm, Thursday, March 27th. In addition to free food, music, and excellent company, Riders Recycle will have a booth, where we'll be offering a free multi-point maintenance checkup on...

I love the desert southwest and will be taking a 2-week road trip (in a truck, sadly; my foot is still too messed up to ride dualsports) through the area, concentrating on southern Utah's awesome canyon country, very soon. Any pointers on places to go, ruins to see, trails to hike? It's god's...