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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…
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…
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…
What initially started as a campaign to help saves lives has now become a trend among people of all age groups. Reflective Shoe Laces came into the market in the mid 1990’s when florescent colors were first introduced to the world of fashion. Initially people did not like to be…
Tips on Cycle TouringIf you’ve never been on cycle tour, I highly recommend you do so. It is the most fun you’ll have on two wheels.You don’t need to pack your bike to the rafters with everything including the kitchen sink, as I see so many cycle tourists do.So here’s…
Running a marathon is no easy task. The Limassol Marathon takes place at the end of March; here are some essential pieces of equipment you may need along the way.
Running trainers
When training for a marathon, the most important piece of running kit is a good pair of trainers.…
Warsaw Missouri is again the host to the Down and Dirty Bike Race. The race will be held on Sunday, June 9, 2013 at the new mountain bike course just east of the Truman Lake Dam.
There will be plenty of signs in case you don't know where the park…
Why do Cyclists Shave their Legs?
One of the most common questions I get asked from non-cyclists, is why do road cyclists shave their legs? Normally said in a way that makes it obvious they are wondering about my sexual preferences.
I usually mumble something about how it helps healing…
The Commonwealth of Virginia is a mid-Atlantic state that offers an abundance of cycling opportunities for riders of all types. Virginia’s geography spans from the Atlantic Ocean well into the Blue Ridge Mountains offering beautiful terrain of many various types. Virginia cycling routes and their endless beauty and varying terrain…
One of the things I like about cycling is the equitable character of the activity. Huge disparities of wealth are less obvious amongst cyclists than in many other walks of life. Of course a serious cyclist may well ride a machine many others couldn’t afford but unless he operates as…
Would you rather wear a stylish Road ID Band when cycling, or risk being involved in a serious accident and have first responder's not know anything about you? Neither your name nor medical information.
Having crucial medical information available on your Road ID Band can prevent serious delays in treatment…
Tips on Choosing a Cycling Training Program. If you’re going to enter into any form of cycle training, then the first thing to do is to be clear about your objectives.
Think about what you really want from a cycle training program. Are you interested in racing? Or do you…
Have you ever wanted to ride an electric bike? Ever want to own your very own? Well now is the best time ever!
There are government incentives to purchase alternative fuel vehicles, prices of EV's are becoming more competitive every day, and one of the leading electric bike conversion kit…
Are you looking at buying new bike but you are not sure what frame size? If you do, keep reading. First of all bikes are differently sized. If you are not too tall or too short you will probably need medium size frame. Every person is different and you should…
Electric bicycles are the transport of the future. We only need to look around us to see that our roads are getting more and more congested with gas guzzling cars while the air that we breath is becoming more polluted by the day. Here are a few good reasons to…
Let us participate in the cycling events this season in 2015 at your favourite location i.e. Virginia. Are you fond of cycling and want to try it, so here is a perfect opportunity for you. Enjoy cycle events in Virginia and prove yourself. We are organizing a Virginia Bike Tour…
What do you need to do to get into cycle racing?
Firstly there needs to me a motivating force. Do you like competing? Do you want a challenge? are you involved in other individual competitive sports?
Secondly there is going to be a significant investment in the kit.
The Bike…
I am so glad spring has sprung. It gives me a chance to get out of the house and back into nature. Last year, I had set my sights on riding the entire Katy trail across the state of Missouri. It is nearly 250 miles across and it normally takes…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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