A ride like no other
People love adding a personal touch to their bikes. As a kid, it might mean sticking a baseball card in the spokes. As an adult, it could entail new handlebars. Seven local riders show off the custom - and often creative - additions to their two-wheelers. Plus, find out what area bike shops can help you customize your own wheels.

On the cover: Meg Lee shows off her bike, fabric spoke covers and all.

Photo by Peter DiAntoni.

dinner & a movie
Restaurant Threeview: Haute Taco
Movie Threeview: 'Iron Man'
Takeout & a DVD: Lisa's Pizza and 'Once'

music & nightlife
Bartender of the week: Joe Balistrieri at Tutto
In your ear: A tour with the Decemberists fell through last year, now Laura Veirs is going it alone
Nightlife Threeview: Three

arts & entertainment
Pitch your show: 'Art in Architecture'
Hidden Milwaukee: Frederick C. Bogk House
The summer 2008 movie line up: A big kick in the crotch

recreation
A bicycle built for one: To some cyclists, mass production is boring

how we live
Adopt a kitty: Meet Abigail
New store on the scene: Chartreuse

people
Profile of Katy LaFond: 28-year-old principal proves that a nun can have fun without losing her religion

online features
MKE-mail The latest in local nightlife, dining and other entertainment options delivered by e-mail.
MKE blogs Staff ramblings, as well as those of a few contributing bloggers.
MKE blog directory: 1000 voices A directory of the local blogging community.
MKE exposure Photos, photos, photos. And photo archives.