When the ancient Polynesians invented surfing, they often used a paddle to help them navigate. Fast-forward a few millennia, and Stand-Up Paddleboarding, or SUP, finds itself trendy again. Part of its increasing popularity is that standing upright allows surfers to spot waves more easily and thus catch more of them, multiplying the fun factor. Paddling back to the wave becomes less of a strain as well. The ability to cruise along on flat inland water, surveying the sights, is another advantage. Finally, it’s a good core workout. If you’re sold on the idea, schedule an intro SUP lesson, free with board and paddle rental, and you may find yourself riding the waves like a Polynesian king.More
Many of us remember coming home from our elementary schools with freshly glazed pinchpots, cups, or whatever else our young imaginations could conjure up. Saturday mornings at the Randall Museum can bring that memory back, or create a new one for the youngsters. Ceramics make great gifts — especially on Mothers' and Fathers' Day. Hop on board for the Randall's once-weekly class, and for $6 and two weeks to have your work fired and glazed, you'll have all the materials you need.More
December is almost over - the New Year is coming up and everyone is busy drying off from the rain or holiday shopping. Let's take a look at what's happened this month.
In an industry where pretense and perfection often take precedence over people, it's refreshing to find a coffee shop that cares about relationships as much as it does roasting.
Of all the pizzas made in North Beach, perhaps none are made as fondly (or with as much flair) as those of pizza maestro Tony Gemignani, owner of Tony's Pizza Napoletana and recent top dog of the World Pizza Championships in Italy.
Sub Pop recording artists 'clipping.' brought their brand of noise-driven experimental hip hop to the closing night of 2016's San Francisco Electronic Music Fest this past Sunday. The packed Brava Theater hosted an initially seated crowd that ended the night jumping and dancing against the front of the stage. The trio performed a set focused on their recently released Sci-Fi Horror concept album, 'Splendor & Misery', then delved into their dancier and more aggressive back catalogue, and recent single 'Wriggle'.
Opening performances included local experimental electronic duo 'Tujurikkuja' and computer music artist 'Madalyn Merkey.'"
Take a look at the available evidence and the conclusion is inescapable: San Francisco is a city of cyclists. Or it's not. Really, it depends on who you ask. Consult the 2011 Census figures, the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency…
Take a look at the available evidence and the conclusion is inescapable: San Francisco either is or is not a city of cyclists. Really, it depends on who you ask. Consult the number-crunchers behind the 2011 Census figures, the SFMTA…
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by Ben Christopher
May 3, 2013 @ 9:00 amTags: Video
When Aaron Latzke and David Delcourt launched the Kickstarter campaign for their "Siva Cycle Atom," they gave themselves a month to amass $85,000. Two days later, they'd raised more than $58,000. The masses (at least, those among them willing to…
When Aaron Latzke and David Delcourt launched the Kickstarter campaign for their "Siva Cycle Atom" on Tuesday morning, they gave themselves a month to amass $85,000. When I spoke to Latzke yesterday afternoon, some 54 hours later, they'd raised more…
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by Ben Christopher
April 26, 2013 @ 7:55 amTags: bikes, Video
It's always surprising how any discussion about cycling can devolve into a squabble over city planning. But, says Jason Henderson, an associate professor of geography at SF State, the "allocation of street space" is an inherently political proposition. Henderson is…
I ride a bike for many reasons --and almost all of them are boring. Convenience, independence, a desire to be passably healthy and to spend as little money as possible on my own transportation -- all of these factors contribute…
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by Ben Christopher
April 19, 2013 @ 12:17 pmTags: bikes, Video
I wade into the ongoing debate over CEQA, with much unease. For starters, the minute that I start to explain that CEQA stands for the California Environmental Quality Act and that San Francisco City Hall's administration of that particular law…
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by Ben Christopher
April 12, 2013 @ 8:29 amTags: bikes, Video
No matter the grade of the street, getting a separated bike lane installed anywhere in San Francisco is always an uphill battle. On Polk, local businesses have stalled an MTA proposal that hinted at the possibility of a cycle track,…
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by Ben Christopher
April 5, 2013 @ 9:46 amTags: bikes, Video
Musketeers. Little Pigs. The number of polyester-era sitcom stars before you officiallyhave "Company." Many things seem to come in threes -- just hopefully not gubernatorialvetoes of legislation intended to keep bicyclists safe.Acting on the proposition that the third time really…
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by Ben Christopher
March 29, 2013 @ 8:45 amTags: bikes, Video
If you have both a car and a vested interest in actually being able to park it somewhere, it's possible you're feeling a little put upon these days. Indeed, such that San Francisco's War on Cars exists (and don't worry,…
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by Ben Christopher
March 22, 2013 @ 7:45 amTags: bikes, Video
Heads up, BART riders: the cyclists are coming. Once again, BART has decided to temporarily drop its rush-hour bike blackouts and open its (often dysfunctional) doors to pedalers for the morning and evening crush. As seasoned BART riders already know,…
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March 15, 2013 @ 7:40 amTags: bikes, Video
Sub Pop recording artists 'clipping.' brought their brand of noise-driven experimental hip hop to the closing night of 2016's San Francisco Electronic Music Fest this past Sunday. The packed Brava Theater hosted an initially seated crowd that ended the night jumping and dancing against the front of the stage. The trio performed a set focused on their recently released Sci-Fi Horror concept album, 'Splendor & Misery', then delved into their dancier and more aggressive back catalogue, and recent single 'Wriggle'.
Opening performances included local experimental electronic duo 'Tujurikkuja' and computer music artist 'Madalyn Merkey.'"
