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 could only ever buy one bike, a gravel bike is a great choice. I’ve been riding a gravel bike for a few years now, and with the increasing popularity of gravel and the wide range of options available, you really can’t go wrong investing in a good gravel bike. If you’ve ever been …
Road cyclists are always looking for ways to get better, faster, and stronger on the bike. We’re also looking for ways to improve our ride, have more fun, and stay safe so we can get on the road again. I’ve been cycling on the road for more than a decade, and in that time I’ve …
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 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 …
Whether you’re an avid rider, or new to riding bikes overall – sometimes it just doesn’t seem worth the effort to get prepped for riding. For a quick spin, or a ride on the beach, going through the effort to put on shoes almost seems wildly unnecessary. Can I ride a bicycle in sandals? Of …
There’s plenty of YouTube channels related to bicycling. Here’s a list of the best cycling YouTube channels. There’s something for everyone regardless whether you’re into BMX, Mountain Biking, electric bikes, road cycling, and even unicycling. Enjoy this list! I hope you find a new channel to subscribe to. Seth’s Bike Hacks If you’re into mountain …