Moped Bikes: Perfect For Campuses And City Life

Everyone now a days hates walking place to place. Although it is a sad thing, at the same time, it is nice to be able to get in a car and cruise to your destination. But with the economy the way it is, and gas prices all over the place, who wants to waste gas in their car? When I need to simply drive to the corner store to grab some milk, or go across campus for my calculus class, driving a car is terrible. It's the short, stop and go traffic that kills gas in cars. Driving your car through cities, and campuses can be very wasteful. I finally had enough of it and decided to look into some alternatives. I came across a special type of moped, called the moped bike.

This vehicle is essentially what it sounds like, a moped, and a bike. I got a moped bike about two weeks ago and my transportation has never been the same. With my bike moped I get upwards of 100 miles to the gallon, and pay way less for gas then I ever did in my car. I use my 50cc moped to get from class to class, to friends appartments, or simply to run to the store and grab a bag of chips.

What I like best about my bike is the fact that it's not just a moped. Normal mopeds are simply gas powered, two wheeled vehicles. Well my bike moped is a heck of a lot more than that. When I run out of gas on my moped, I'm not waling anywhere! Unlike normal mopeds, my moped bike has pedals hidden in the side that pop out and allow me to pedal like a normal bicycle. Using my moped in campuses and small cities is that much better haveing this type of scooter. If I run out of gas, theres no need to worry. Most of the time I'm within a mile or so of where I'm going or coming from, so having the ability to ride the vehicle as a bicycle as well is an amazing feature.

Having a moped is pretty cool I must say. But for me having a moped bike is just ten times better. Being able to pedal if I run out of gas is just super convenient, and also a good workout. It has good trunk space, very sleek, and very durable. I wouldn't get a normal moped ever again, It's that much better to me! I feel that all college students or people who live in small cities, should all consider getting one of these fantastic vehicles.

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Heated Motorcycle Clothing and Independence Day - A Perfect Match

The annual Independence Day Parade in Vail, Colorado is cheered by locals and thousands upon thousands of summer visitors to the town. The parade is always led by a large contingent of Harleys and their riders rumbling through narrow streets decked out in their 4th of July best, shaking buildings and rattling windows. It's a very exciting way to start a small town parade.

Tradition has it that the Harleys travel through Vail, up to Leadville, over Independence Pass and down into Aspen. Now it may be the middle of summer, but there's still plenty of snow at Independence Pass (12,095 ft), as well as icy winds and winter-like temperatures. These are the perfect conditions for heated motorcycle clothing. With recent advances in heating technology, heated clothing is light-weight, windproof, flexible and easy to pack. So it makes perfect sense to start out warm and stay warm on this beautiful ride by packing some heated motorcycle clothing for the stretch over the Continental Divide.

But be aware that heated motorcycle clothing isn't just for summer anymore. For year round riding in temperate climates or to extend the riding season in other, less temperate parts of the world, heated clothing provides comfort and warmth like nothing else available. Sitting still on your bike over long distances, your body doesn't generate enough heat by itself and needs an external heat boost. Dressing warmly by piling on the layers is effective for only so long and the Sixty, Sixty, Thirty Rule will eventually come into play. Traveling at 60 mph in 60 degree weather, the wind chill is 30 degrees. Under these conditions, your body becomes progressively colder, starting with hands and feet, and eventually affecting your core temperature. Heated motorcycle gloves and socks, as well as heated grips, will go a long way toward protecting your extremities from the cold. But for distance riding, it's vital that your core stays warm, as this keeps the whole body warmer. A heated vest or jacket liner is just the thing you need. This isn't just a comfort issue. Your safety is at risk when you're cold.

There are numerous suppliers of quality heated motorcycle gear. And there are numerous choices in your search for comfort and warmth - heated gloves and socks, heated vests and jacket liners, heated pants liners, heated scarves - ranging in price from about $60 for heated socks to about $300 for a heated jacket with built-in temperature controller. Considering the benefits of warmth, comfort and safety; heated motorcycle clothing is definitely a bargain. Not only that, you'll enjoy another level of Independence - this time from the weather.

E.W Bradley is a freelance writer living high in the Rocky Mountains and staying warm! If you're interested in finding out how you too can be warm and comfortable in the worst weather conditions, check out the heated motorcycle clothing and gear at http://cozyclothesstore.com/

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