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		<title>Found! Bermuda Bikes</title>
		<link>http://www.alternatekick.com/archives/2011/10/11/found-bermuda-bikes/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 11 Oct 2011 14:11:02 +0000</pubDate>
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To get about Bermuda, whether you are on holiday or business, why not charter one of our fleet of marvellous mountain bikes, mopeds or scooters? Elbow Beach Cycles is the leading business to rent out outstanding vehicles in Bermuda.
From the very instant you decide to sign up, you will adore Elbow Beach Cycles. This is [...]]]></description>
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<p>To get about Bermuda, whether you are on holiday or business, why not charter one of our fleet of marvellous mountain bikes, mopeds or scooters? Elbow Beach Cycles is the leading business to rent out outstanding vehicles in Bermuda.</p>
<p>From the very instant you decide to sign up, you will adore Elbow Beach Cycles. This is the one point to lease up to the minute bikes in the location, Elbow Beach Cycles are always streets ahead when it comes down to caring after its patrons. You may have all of the teaching you require free of cost with our characteristic &#8216;YouDrive&#8217; system. The firm run a trustworthy delivery service covering the whole island, They offer its customers with the greatest return on their investment, with an astonishing price promise, Elbow Beach Cycles also features various day-tripper locations to call on in Bermuda.</p>
<p>Elbow Beach Cycles runs its own livery shop in Hamilton. The livery shop supplies a wide array of distinct bikes, taking in the most durable mopeds and scooters, as well as with the coolest ecologically friendly push bikes. Elbow Beach Cycles has a fleet of perfectly maintained machines, utilising the most up-to-date advances in ergonomics, health and security. And should the impossible occurs, you&#8217;ll also receive free breakdown cover to get you on the move with the lowest amount of commotion and stress.</p>
<p>The island&#8217;s infamously close knit road system is partially why folk are advised to hire bikes from shops like Elbow Beach Cycles. Bus and cars are thought to struggle through some parts of Bermuda. Bicycles, on the other hand, let you to get to places that buses and cars can&#8217;t reach to truly savour the splendour of all the Isles has to see. Leasing a scooter, moped or pedal bike is definitely the coolest option when getting round Bermuda Browsing for the cheapest leasing agreement? You can cease searching. Details on <a href="http://www.elbowbeachcycles.com/">bermuda bikes</a>. </p></p>
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		<title>How To Hire A Scooter In Bermuda &#8211; Visit Elbow Beach Cycles</title>
		<link>http://www.alternatekick.com/archives/2011/03/31/how-to-hire-a-scooter-in-bermuda-visit-elbow-beach-cycles/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2011 04:14:03 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Bikes + Parts]]></category>
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Rent a moped, scooter or cycle in Bermuda as the local law prevents automobile renting for tourists and visitors. This wonderful island can be discovered by hiring a bike, moped or scooter from Elbow Beach Cycles, avoiding busy cab and bus routes. Right at the heart of the island, in Paget, Elbow Beach Cycles put [...]]]></description>
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<p>Rent a moped, scooter or cycle in Bermuda as the local law prevents automobile renting for tourists and visitors. This wonderful island can be discovered by hiring a bike, moped or scooter from Elbow Beach Cycles, avoiding busy cab and bus routes. Right at the heart of the island, in Paget, Elbow Beach Cycles put its 65 years&#8217; experience in Bermuda electric bikes rental to your service so you can enjoy this paradise without any worries..  Learn from this site outlining details about <a href="http://www.elbowbeachcycles.com/">how to hire a scooter in Bermuda</a>.</p>
<p>Start your vacation straight away with pick up and drop off of your Bermuda moped rental or scooter hire from the cruise ship, guest house, hotel or airport. To receive the best bikes on the island, Elbow Beach Cycles offers a choice of scooters, mopeds and bikes.</p>
<p>Also, at Elbow Beach Cycles, you will receive extra special treatment including: unlimited mileage to explore all you want; free concierge; variable prices to suit all your needs; no hidden charges and free breakdown cover to get you going again within the hour. All customers will recieve training if they need it to ensure their safety.</p>
<p>The people at Elbow Beach Cycles do more than renting scooter and mopeds, they live the scooter riding way. It is ideal for tourists, as we know everything you need to know to make your holiday one you&#8217;ll never forget. It&#8217;s the only place to go, according to Sports Illustrated magazine.</p></p>
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		<title>Welcome To The World Of &#8220;Upside Down&#8221; Motorcycle Loans!</title>
		<link>http://www.alternatekick.com/archives/2008/07/03/welcome-to-the-world-of-upside-down-motorcycle-loans/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2008 05:27:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[With the depreciation on motorcycles being so enormous after they are driven off the showroom floor, the potential for a buyer owing more on their motorcycle loan than the bike is worth it quite high.  Owing more on your bike than it is worth is often referred to as the world of &#8220;up side [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With the depreciation on motorcycles being so enormous after they are driven off the showroom floor, the potential for a buyer owing more on their motorcycle loan than the bike is worth it quite high.  Owing more on your bike than it is worth is often referred to as the world of &#8220;up side down&#8221;.</p>
<p>Many people finding themselves in this situation discover that financial lessons are sometimes the hardest and most expensive to learn.  Motorcycle loans of more than 48 months (especially without a down payment) put you in the position of owing more than the value of the bike.</p>
<p>Let&#8217;s take a look at this phenomenon.</p>
<p>First, the interest calculation your lender uses can make a big difference in your situation, especially in the first 18 months.  There are two primary interest calculations, pre-computed (combined with rule of 78) and simple interest.</p>
<p>Pre-computed interest combined with Rule of 78, is typically the worst situation for a buyer because most of the interest is paid in the first 24 months.  Therefore, in the first 24 months little of the monthly payment has gone towards paying down principal.  If a buyer wishes to sell or trade in the motorcycle within this timeframe they will likely find themselves owing more than the bike is worth.  Statistics show that the average owner trades in every 18-24 months.</p>
<p>Simple interest on the other hand, is much more favorable for buyers since interest accrues on the balance of the loan.  However, buyers that extend their loans for greater than 48 months can still find themselves up side down with simple interest.  This is especially true if a down payment is not made.  The reason this occurs is that the motorcycle depreciates faster than the principal is paid; leaving the balance owed to the lender to be more than the bike can be sold for.</p>
<p>A common view that many people have is that they will just surrender their motorcycle to the lender if they are caught in an &#8220;up side down&#8221; position.  If you are considering this option don&#8217;t!  Your worries do not just end after your bike is surrendered or repossessed; in fact they are just beginning.  The lender will sell your bike at an auction for much less than it is worth.  You will still owe the difference between the amount you owed on your loan and the amount the motorcycle sold for at auction.  So if you owe $5000 and the bike sells for $1500, you still are responsible for owing the lender $3500.  To make it worse lenders may tack on hefty auction fees which you will owe as well.  So the net result is that you are now responsible for making monthly payments on a bike you can no longer ride.</p>
<p>So what steps can you take to prevent from being caught &#8220;up side down&#8221;?</p>
<p>1.  Find a lender that uses simple interest.  Avoid lenders that use pre-computed / Rule of 78 interest calculations.</p>
<p>2.  Always try to put money down on your purchase.</p>
<p>3.  Try to avoid motorcycle loans that extend past 36 months.</p>
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<p>Jay Fran is a author and publisher for a website that specializes in Motorcycle Loans: High Risk OK.  A comprehensive resource on simple interest motorcycle financing, poor credit, new, used and bad credit motorcycle loans.</p>
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		<title>Bike Riding Long Distance for Charity</title>
		<link>http://www.alternatekick.com/archives/2008/05/24/bike-riding-long-distance-for-charity/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 24 May 2008 13:58:24 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are a do-gooder of sorts and wish to help the community and you are a bicycle entusiast then why not set up a long-distance bike-a-thon with some buddies? How can I do that you ask?
Well it is simple really talk to a few local service clubs and tell them what you are doing [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are a do-gooder of sorts and wish to help the community and you are a bicycle entusiast then why not set up a long-distance bike-a-thon with some buddies? How can I do that you ask?</p>
<p>Well it is simple really talk to a few local service clubs and tell them what you are doing and tell them you wish to give half the money collected to the group and half the money to a charity that you really feel passionate about.</p>
<p>Then present this idea to them at one of their weekly meetings. Then allow the groups to get you some publicity and allow each group member to sell sponsorships for $ .01 to $.10 per mile.</p>
<p>This concept is something I have done in the past a few times and I was recently reminded of this by a gentleman online who is getting pretty heavy into bike racing and triathlons these days. Once we made quite a chunk of change for charity doing this and I can tell you once when I rode from Oregon to Mexico (raising money for Special Olympics and the Kiwanis Club and Optimist Club) on an SR Pro-Touring Bike.</p>
<p>It took many days to complete of course, but it was great to get out there and get it done, knowing that even when we finished we would be half-dead. Because we knew how much money we would raise and for such great causes. Please consider all this in 2006.</p>
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