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 …
Cycling indoors is a great alternative when you simply can’t ride outside in real life. You don’t have to worry about weather, sunset, sunburn, or getting lost. But if you think riding inside is boring, you can do lots of things to increase your motivation and make it fun with these 14 Indoor Cycling Tips. …
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 …
I love bicycling at night. There’s something thrilling about riding around through the dark. There was an entire year where I had to commute home at midnight after work every day. While some cyclists might be worried about riding their bike at night I learned what to do to ensure that I was safe doing …
Sweating is normal and part of a healthy body. In fact, if you are in better shape you will sweat more. While sweating may not be a problem when you’re on a weekend ride with friends, there are times when you don’t want to sweat while riding a bike. As a bike commuter there were …
If you’ve ever gone on a bike ride in the cold than you know the misery of pedaling with cold feet. One of the biggest turn offs towards getting on your bike in the winter is dealing with the cold temperature. Sometimes it can be easy to keep your core warm, but your extremities go …
Imagine yourself saving money, spending more time outside, and healthier than you’ve ever been. Also, as a bonus, you’re saving the planet too. Sounds too good to be true? Well, it doesn’t have to be. Riding your bicycle for your daily commute can turn this dream into a reality. I discovered this firsthand when I …
There are so many reasons why you should start to commute by bicycle. You’ll get in better shape and feel better about yourself. The planet will thank you for not polluting it with nasty gas emissions. Your bank account will gain a little boost as you save money on gas. I could go …
Riding a bicycle isn’t too technical, but if you plan on being a regular cyclist than you’ll need to learn a few hand signals. The following hand signals will let those in vehicles and other cyclists know whether you’re about to turn, stop, or slow down. One of the benefits of the car is that …
Bike Commuting is on the rise throughout the world, and you’re thinking about joining the masses who ride their bike to work! You’ve arrived at the right website to help you get started. In this clear guide we’ll answer all the questions you might have about starting to bike to work. The good news is …