Isn’t it amazing to see accomplished cyclists jumping around, riding their bikes, and making the fullest of their skills on a bike? Well, it is for me! Road biking is one of the most fun things to do as there are so many tricks to learn. From bunny hopping to one hand wheelie to the …
When I was starting out, I just wanted to get out there with my mountain bike, but I knew that before I stepped into the world of mountain bikes, it was probably best to acquaint myself with all its dos and don’ts (Source). I had to know everything about the bike, the chainrings, and tires, …
I’ve been a cyclist now for over 30 years, and in that time one of the biggest benefits I’ve found of this fantastic hobby is that it seems so kind on your joints compared to other forms of cardio. When researching why this is, I come back to this point fact time and time again …
If you’ve ever considered purchasing a bike to take advantage of the ever-growing network of bike paths and rail-trails, then you’ve probably realized that there are many options available for you. Although there are many types of bicycles on the market, a hybrid is a great choice. Hybrid bikes can be excellent for trails, especially …
Braking can make you or break you as a cyclist—quite literally at that. The thing is, moving and braking safely on two wheels can be trickier, especially when it comes to going downhill. Many riders can share their stories of over-the-handlebar incidents caused by not braking correctly. How to brake when cycling downhill? While cycling …
Bike gears have one main purpose—to make your riding more efficient and comfortable. This includes riding both uphill and downhill. However, finding out which gears to use and when to use them when it comes to riding hills can be a very frustrating experience sometimes—especially for beginners. What bike gears to use on hills? When …
Today there is a lot of variety in the type of bikes people can purchase. This naturally brings about a lot of questions. After all, there is a good reason why there are different types of bicycles as they all have different pros and cons. Such is the case when it comes to exercising and …
Cycling has a multitude of benefits regardless of the time of day you decide to ride. However, there is something extra special about gearing up and hitting the roads before the sun rises. Even if you’re not a morning person, we highly recommend incorporating the occasional morning ride into your routine. Cycling in the morning …
When you’re not riding your bicycle, you’re going to have to find a place to store it. If there is limited room in your house or garage, hanging your bike can be an excellent space-saving solution. Before you hang your bike, you might wonder which wheel you should hang it by. There is no one-size-fits-all …
Electric bikes have a lot of benefits. They’re less hard on your joints, they reduce back and neck pain compared to other bikes, and when stacked up against cars, you’ll see they’re truly cost-effective and environmentally friendly. There’s just one negative aspect of electric bikes… Why are electric bikes so heavy? Electric bikes are heavy …