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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…
The Starlight Spectacular Bicycle Ride took place on Saturday, June 15, 2013. The ride is a pleasure, fun ride for people of all ages and abilities. The ride was almost cancelled due to the wild fires that are ablaze in the area, however it went as planned.
More Than 1500…
New Bikes From Porsche
So you’ve got the latest Porsche Cayenne, the trophy wife, the mansion in the suburbs, the labradoodle, enough wine in the cellar to last you through to Christmas 2050 and the holiday home by the sea.
But what you probably haven’t got, is a new Porsche…
Cyclists can find many opportunities to mountain bike race in Virginia. Whether beginner or advanced, someone that enjoys competing can find a cycling event at one of the many parks or private venues. Competitions take place on various trail types from double-track to single track trails with difficulties from easy…
Why I am Converting My Bike to Electric
Have you ever thought about buying an electric bike conversion kit for your bicycle? I have found out that it is much cheaper to convert an existing bike to electric than it is to buy an expensive electric bicycle. Once more, you…
Ever Want an E-Bike?
Forget expensive electric bicycles. We can buy bicycle engine conversion kits and we can DIY e-bikes. You can save hundreds of dollars by doing it yourself. No Joke. I have wanted an electric bike for some time now and have not been able to afford one…
Everyone who love cycling would say that comfort bicycle saddle is very important. If you have bad and hard one you will probably leave your bike in garage. I know from my own experience that hard saddle can cause a lot of pain, especially if you are riding for a…
Being out neglectful is one case that needs watchful efforts to ascertain safety. within the event that its your child or a considerably valued mature person, riding a cycle while not elementary security protections before it gets light-weight within the unforeseen morning or all round the even fall once the…
Cycle Safety on City StreetsCycling on busy streets is not for the faint hearted, and if you’re a novice cyclist, this can be a potentially dangerous affair.So here’s a few road safety tips for cyclists.If you can, why not put the bike on or in the car and drive out…
A dog bicycle carrier is designed to help you safely carry your dog with you on rides. There are a variety of styles out there. But, for the most part, they can be divided into three different types: Metal wire baskets, wicker/rattan baskets, and fabric baskets. Here we will have…
Cycle Coaching
So you’ve been road cycling now for a little while and you’re thinking… maybe I should try racing. You think you’re reasonable fit, you can beat most of your friends up the hills, and your sprints not bad either.
You bowl up to a local fun race and…
Virginia is a great place to ride a bike, there are so many places to see and great events to ride in the state. The year 2015 promises to be a fun year for riding for those that live in and visit this mid-Atlantic state.
With a temperate climate that…
Showing children how to ride atvs is positive. Using atvs with them has a list of things that you will be happy with. Check this out.
Doing the atv for children makes a way to have them spend time with you. They will probably be happy to do this with…
Many years ago during a boxing match between Roberto Duran and 'Sugar' Ray Leonard, a frustrated Duran who was getting embarrassed in the ring, had had enough. In the middle of a round, he threw up his hands and told the ref "No Mas," or "No More."
With the USADA…
If you love cycling and you would like to make your experience more fun other than going on the normal roads around your home, you can go to biking in national parks. They offer alternative cycling areas as well as more recreational cycling sites and nature sites. Whether you are…
Indoor Cycle Trainers. So it’s winter, its cold, wet and windy, and you just don’t want to go for a cycle ride. Then it might be a good idea to drag out the home cycle trainer and do a routine in the comfort of your spare room or garage. This…
As you ride along the Katy Trail, you pass through a lot of small towns, big cities, and communities that are no longer there. At every stop, there is a kiosk or bulletin board that talks about the history of the area, shows you where you are on the trail,…
Cycling is enjoying a resurgenceof interest as factors combine to makelow cost, low carbon alternative methods of transport attractive to many. Added to this is its growing popularity as a recreational activity. This isfuelled in part by the higher level of media exposurebig cycling events now enjoy along with the…
Year by year every spring all mountain bike forums are being flooded with typical topics. People are trying to find answers to a very common question: how to choose a mountain bike that would be of enough quality but not very expensive. Asking questions about choosing between two different bikes…
Cycling and Your HealthEverybody these days knows that exercising is good for your health. And cycling, as a low impact activity is ideal for this purpose.As you get older, it gets harder to participate in high impact sports such as running or jogging, or most ball sports. The old body…
Bicycles are extremely reliable vehicles that require little maintenance. When properly maintained, breakdowns are rare. When a mechanical failure does occur, bicycles can usually be repaired quickly and easily with a few basic tools. Here we will look at the basic bicycle repair tools riders should have with them when…
Riding your Electric Bike; Do’s and Don’ts
So you’re considering buying an electric bicycle. Great idea. These things are fantastic as they give you that wonderful feeling of being outdoors and exercising on your bicycle without the dread of hills. But there are a few things to consider before buying…
Bicycle trails in Virginia offer something for everyone whether you want to take family out for some fun, want to commute, want to explore, or want to challenge your cycling skills and fitness. With a selection wide of rail-trails, mountain bike trails, and cycling paths (paved and unpaved) the state…
Bicycle Repair and Maintenance
Here’s a question:
How much do you spend on bicycle repairs and maintenance per year?
Well I guess it depends on how much riding you do, and whether you road cycle or mountain bike, and how many bikes you own.
Either way I suspect it will…
Want an electric tricycle for two?
Chances are good that you searched for "electric tricycles adults" or "electric adult tricycle two" because you didn't know that you could save money with an electric tricycle conversion kit. You should really check out an electric tricycle kit first.
DIY (Do It Yourself)…
Today almost everyone who love cycling look for some kind of specialized saddles. Are Brooks bicycle saddles best option? What is the quality, which are more durable and what is the price of this seats? We will answer to all of these questions. If you are looking something special you…
Being out oblivious is one case that requires watchful security measures. If its your child or a profoundly cherished adult, riding a cycle without essential security insurances before it gets light in the unanticipated morning or throughout the sunset when the ways come to be dull and conceivability falls, can…
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