People are often aware of the maintenance required to take care of a car, but what happens with a bicycle if you don’t handle the maintenance properly? Just like a car, you can cause extensive damage, leading to poor performance as well as high costs of repair, if you aren’t diligent with the maintenance and … Read more
Desperate times call for desperate measures, and you may find yourself in a situation where you have to make due with less than ideal tools to meet your needs. For example, you get up in the morning and get ready to go to work, only to find that your car tire is so low you … Read more
When it comes to caring for your bicycle, there are a few essential skills you’ll need to become proficient at, including airing tires, changing or adjusting seats, and how to fit a bicycle chain. Chains are a consumable part of the drivetrain, and constant or long-term use causes that chain to wear and stretch as … Read more
When you buy a bike, you want to make sure you are buying quality, something that will last for years to come and that will help you get around with comfort and speed. The top cycling brands often have deep ties to the cycling community, with many of them being started by former racing greats. … Read more
When you exercise, you have to fuel your body correctly to support the activity. However, there’s so much information out there about exercise nutrition that it’s easy to get confused. In this article, we break down the cycling nutrition basics that you need to know to stay strong during a ride and even improve your … Read more
It can get harder and harder to stay active as you age. Your bones and muscle structure decline the older you get, and you may have aches and pains that prevent you from having a strong desire to exercise. Cycling is one of the best exercises for aging bodies, though. It helps you work your … Read more
If you have ever gotten on a bike, you know that riding gives you a certain feeling of freedom. Of course, cycling is good for your physical health, but it can also improve your emotional health, connect you with the resources around you and serve as a basis for connection with others. Bicycling can change … Read more
One of the best ways to explore a new area or to see the world is by bike. Bike tours range from single-day trips to multi-day excursions that cover thousands of miles. When you travel by bike, you get an up close and personal experience. You can plan a tour yourself or hire a company … Read more
It’s not just cyclists who win when cities are bike-friendly. Bike-friendly laws, policies, and infrastructure benefit everyone, including pedestrians and motorists. The top bike-friendly cities in the world enjoy a variety of benefits, including economic, environmental, and health benefits.Benefits of a Bike Friendly CityDepending on who you ask, making a city “bike friendly” is either … Read more
More and more people are riding bikes, which means that cycling safety is more important than ever. Knowing the rules of the road, plus best practices for safety, and your responsibilities and rights as a cyclist will help you stay safe and reduce the risk of accidents and injury.Know the Rules of the Road One … Read more