The color blue is associated with the sea and the sky. It represents all the things we love about getting out and about on our bike – freedom, imagination, liberation…and dying our hair blue like Marge Simpson. If you have a blue bike, you might have thought about giving it a name. Naming bikes is …
So you’ve gone ahead and got yourself a beautiful bright red bike! It’s your new rouge fireball of destiny (if you will). And now, of course, comes the best bit – giving it a name. Because a bike without a name, is like bacon and eggs without the…er, eggs? I’ve thought long and hard about …
If you’re considering riding your bike without brakes, you might be wondering whether it’s illegal or if it’s just generally unsafe. The answer to that question depends on where you live and what laws apply to you. In the majority of states in the US, it is illegal to ride a bicycle without brakes. This …
Folks – it really is time to name your bikes! A bicycle without a name is just a clanking lump of rubber and metal. Add a name, and it becomes…so much more! A part of the family, an extension of your soul, and a sentient being in its own right. If you’re pretty sure your …
If you’ve got a cute-looking bike, then it might just have one thing missing – no cute name! Cute names just add to the cuteness. Whatever type of bike you have, a name really brings it to life just that little bit more. It makes it like a living, sentient being. In this guide, I’ll …
A lot of us need just that extra little push to get out on our bikes, and that is exactly what cycling quotes can provide! In this post, I share 75+ of my favorite short and snappy cycling quotes. These are lines that you can literally ride around with inside your head. They are a …
It’s a big commitment to wake up early each morning and get out on the open road on your bike. Whether it’s for work or for pleasure, morning cycling has huge benefits. You feel revitalized, energized, and ready to start the day in the best possible way. But some of us just need that extra …
There’s been an increasing number of riders who have made the switch to flat pedals on their gravel bikes. Flat pedals are great when riding off-road and can provide an interesting challenge when you’re in the middle of nowhere, but there are also some distinct disadvantages that you need to be aware of before ditching …
In road cycling, tire width is among the most highly contested subjects amongst hobbyists. The breadth of your bicycle tires is an essential decision you must make when purchasing a bicycle. Do you prefer broad or narrow tires? Both have advantages and disadvantages, so determining which is best for your riding objectives is vital. The …
Pretty much everyone knows that cycling is healthy, and is good cardio, yardy yardy yar-dah! But when it comes to the social benefits, cycling is involved in a rich tapestry of positive outcomes! There are so many it’s almost impossible to get your head around them. Just think – when you choose to cycle you …