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As a former triathlete I've trained many hours on my road racer. I ride a Giant OCR3 compact road racer. It's a great bike. The frame and fork are made of carbon fiber. I'ts much lighter than my old aluminum framed bike.
I've trained with other triathletes in triathalon clinics…
Maintaining your own bicycle is fun. You will learn how a bicycle works, save money on costly repairs and have fun while doing so. Many tune-ups cost over $60 and they are simple tasks that can be easily accomplished in your garage or hallway with the right tools and a…
If you are looking to buy a new road or mountain bike then you should pay alot of respect to the size of the bicycle. You probably want to know how to roughly size a bicycle.
Here is a good trick...A professional rule of thumb is to measure the inseam…
There is a key point that you should always remember when going on any bicycle ride, especially one of great length. Do a safety check before you go speeding down the road on a bike with loose wheels or worse..no brakes!! One should always check the tires, brakes, air pressure…
Cycle Tips for Long Rides. The definition of a long rides depends on where you are at with your cycling. For some it will be 100kms (62mls) for others, 200kms (125mls) would be a challenge. These rides could take anywhere from between 4 to 8 hours depending on the terrain,…
Road biking is definitely a great way to have fun, improve your fitness and engage in other social activities. Nonetheless, before you even think of hitting the road, it is essential to first aim your attention on the kind of bike you need to have. This means that you need…
You've decided to take the next step.
You're commited to becoming more eco-friendly but you don't want to sacrifice the quality of life that you're used to in the process.
OR...
You're just fed up with gas prices and you desperately want to find some way to 'stick it to…
I know a lot of people who are younger than me who surprised at my daily physical activity regime. They usually say they can't do what I do because they don't have the energy, or they have aches and pains. On days when I don't get any physical activity, I…
Finding Yourself a Compatible GroupCycling invariably involves riding in a group, or bunch riding.Riding in close proximity to other riders can be quite daunting and nerve racking if you’re not used to it, not to mention dangerous to yourself and others. Finding yourself in the wrong group, where you are…
Getting a bike that feels and rides well for your size and style of riding has several components to it, and when people ask, what size mountain bike do I need? They are not always asking the most obvious question, a better question would be what size mountain bike would…
Safety shoes prove to be the most effective one, whereby the wearer in the current trends of the industry, means it plays a significant role in the modern day of working the fields. These types of shoes are very necessary for those people who don’t pay much attention to protect…
Bicycle tours are organized by many biking clubs and associations who want to promote cycling all over the world. These tours represent the cyclists around the world and help them achieve their goals of being professional cyclists. The cyclists from all over the world come to participate by taking cycling…
Finding the right road bike can be daunting, especially on a budget. Which set of wheels will become a trusted companion? It's essential to have a road bike you can rely on that also provides comfort and durability, below are my top ten road bikes for under £1000.
Focus Cayo…
Living in a small rural town has its advantages as well as its drawbacks. Until recently, riding a bicycle around here meant taking your life in your hands. It can be a challenge when there are few, if any bike lanes and most of the vehicle traffic are the big,…
Electric bikes. Things to look for.
With the surge in electric bike or E-Bike sales in recent years the variety and range of E-bikes has increased and become more sophisticated. Being an avid E-biker myself I have discovered a few important features that will make the E-bike experience more fun,…
Tips on Cycling in the Rain. Why would you road cycle in the rain? Well some people have no choice, if the bike is their only commute vehicle, or others on a training program might not want to miss a ride. Either way, cycling in the rain can be rather…
Did you know that you can convert your regular old bicycle over to an electrical powered bike with a simple kit. And then you can pedal if you want to or switch to electric going up those steep hills.
Top Ten Things To Know About an Electric Bike Motor kit.…
Today we have a lot more options for bike frames then before ten years. One of option is carbon bike frame. Just take a look at automobile industry and you will see what progress they have accomplished. The same thing has happened with bike industry. Bikes are much better and…
Why would you buy a Dahon Folding Bike?
Well I think a good quality folding bike is seriously cool. I mean think about it, anybody can have a “normal” bike, but a folding bike, well that’s different. Imagine riding to work on your new folding bike, for a start people…
For all who are fond of cycling and are adventurous, you must try cycling events in Virginia. These events are must to try for every cyclist and biker as it gives a lot of fun and entertainment. These events are organized from time to time by many associations and biking…
For this article I will focus on training youth and junior riders from the ages of 14-16 years.
When young riders start riding the first key area of development and concern is their bike handling skills and road confidence.
With increasing levels of traffic on roads it is important to:…
As I get older, I sometimes forget that things hurt worse than they did when I was younger. One of the places I like to ride is at Drake Harbor, in Warsaw, Missouri. This is a beautiful renovated riverfront area that attracts locals and visitors alike. People walk themselves, their…
I heave a leg over just clearing the saddle with difficulty, made tougher when you’re trying unsuccessfully, despite the spandex, to hold your stomach in as well – just in case the neighbours are watching, and with a devil-may-care wobble or two, off I go on my Sunday exercise cycle.…
My 10 Basic Cycling Tips for Beginners
1. Depending on your age and physical condition, it may be wise to check with your doctor before you start an exercise regime.
2. Get the right bike for the riding you plan to do. If you're only going to ride to work,…
We all are well familiar with the popularity and usage of the KT Sports Tape. It is lightweight, comfortable to wear and it can prevent and treat hundreds of common injuries like knee pain, tennis elbow, shin splints and more. The tape not just looks good, but it is actually…
It seems that there is never a shortage of reasons to love your electric bicycle and there is even more good news on the way for those among us planning on buying an electric bike or an electric motorcycle in the near future.
In addition to all of the more…
Whether you enjoy casual biking or you’re a hardcore cyclist on a road trip, aggressive canines are a known problem. Read this guide to find out why dogs chase and sometimes bite cyclists, and how you take preventions against it.
Recently, a wolf chased a Sandpoint cyclist in the Yukon…
Cycling Tips for BeginnersStarting any new sport comes with a huge amount of information, tips and advice which can be overwhelming.So here’s some basic tips on road biking for beginners.First get yourself a bike.No need to spend thousands on a shiny new top of the range carbon model, better to…
Technology is present in almost every aspect of our lives nowadays, in one way or another. A lot of things that used to be simple and seemed like they didn't need technology to be better, have gotten sophisticated, and a bit more complicated along the way. Riding a bike is…
Persons love to travel, often it will be nearer place and far away in your own home. By walks or riding bicycles and bikes, they could be always ready to visit new places. Adventurous and tracking places attract increasingly more. At this time, they are definitely always equipped to travel…
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