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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…
I love to ride my bicycle, and have been in love with this mode of transportation since I was 6 years old. Back then, I was having some trouble learning the fine art of balance. I was afraid of the falling down and getting hurt, but I was a big…
What is Road Cycle Touring? In its purest form it is a multi day ride where the rider/riders are completely self-sufficient, taking everything they need on the bike. i.e. no support vehicle. Daily distances should be challenging, with the emphasis on enjoying the scenery and not on speed. It is…
When purchasing a road bike many people set themselves a budget. Cycling is, at least it appears to be, an expensive hobby; many people are put off because they presume you need to fork out thousands on a carbon-fiber, lightweight machine used by professionals like Cavendish, Contador et al. However,…
So, I woke up one morning, went to the little boys room to, well...you know, right before making myself all nice and pretty before climbing on my bike and heading to work.
And then I saw it.
Two teeny tiny grey hairs, one on either temple. But that wasn't the…
As you probably know, there is a lot of Brooks models, from sports to classic. Now, many people don't know which to choose. Don't worry cause all of them are great and whatever you choose you will not make a mistake. But, some models will give you more satisfaction. Actually,…
Riding a bicycle can be a lot of fun. Many people, especially in cities are now opting to use bicycles as the means of transport as opposed to cars or any other form of public transport. Riding has an advantage over other forms of transport such as reduces traffic congestion…
Pre ride Safety CheckBefore you jump on your trusty steed and head out for a century ride, it’s a good idea to do a pre-ride bicycle safety check.In fact it’s probably better if you do it the night before your ride, just in case you need to make some mechanical…
From the Zoological Park to Castle Drogo, England’s youngest castle, there is no shortage of things to do in Dartmoor. It’s wild and dramatic scenery has inspired many tourists to venture to the south coast. What people might not know is that Dartmoor is a hugely popular hub for mountain…
Though the bike bell is a simple device, there are a few considerations you should keep in mind before making your first purchase. Most bike bells are returned for two reasons: they aren't loud enough or they don't fit the handlebar they are supposed to be mounted on.
Here are…
Do you Need an ID Tag when Cycling?
There’s an old saying among cyclists that goes:
“ There are only two kinds of cyclists, those that have fallen off, and those that are about too”
While no-one rides around thinking about accidents, the fact is accidents happen to cyclists all…
Virginia, Maryland, and North Carolina have long traditions in bicycle touring. These Mid-Atlantic states each offer all the things a cyclists wants: attractive scenery, temperate climates, good bike routes, bountiful accommodations, and warm hospitality for visitors. There’s no wonder bike enthusiasts from all over come to enjoy riding in the…
I believe that having the freedom to ride a bike, and the feeling of enjoyment while your riding is a very beautiful thing. Weather if your riding to do tricks, riding to break a sweat, or just going on a joy ride to go to the store it's really one…
So You Want to Cycle Faster?
Before we can learn how to cycle faster, we need to decide why do you want to cycle faster?
Is it too win a sprint race? Or do you want to complete a century race in a better time than last year?
Both of…
Hill Climbing Tips. Hill climbing for most beginner cyclists is probably the most daunting aspect of the sport, and I know many new cyclists plan their rides around avoiding hills. This is fine when you first start out, it fact it’s eminently sensible. But to be an all-round cyclist you…
By-pass gas stations and traffic jams on your electric bicycle.
You can ride around traffic jams and give gas stations the cold shoulder when you ride an electric power assist bicycle to work and then pedal home for exercise. To charge an electric assist bicycle cost about ten cents. That…
Last fall, in my valiant effort to ride my Trek Hybrid bike across the entire span of the Katy Trail in Missouri, I had an educational epiphany. Because of family and livestock demands at home, I can never be away from home overnight. To ride the entire trail, most experts…
Road Cycling in Winter
Winter can be a cyclists least favourite time of year when conditions are not necessarily pleasant for getting out on the road, and many cyclists just don’t ride.
However it doesn’t have to be that way with a bit of planning and a few tricks.
Obviously…
Fan of cycling? Let’s have fun at Richmond VA by participating in the cycling competition. It actually doesn’t matter whether you are an experienced rider or a new fan. All what matters is your enthusiasm to participate and win. Richmond has much more for cyclists like clean pavements and loop…
Cycle Tour Training
So you’ve decided to do a multi day cycle tour. If you’re not used to riding reasonably long distances several days in a row, then you’ll need to do some training to make the tour enjoyable. Being totally smashed at the end of each day will make…
To ride faster than you can by now, there are many factors and variables that come into play. When it comes to riding faster in this context I mainly mean flat terrain, hilly terrain and uphill. There is a some different context when you are riding downhill, but the same…
Cycling at Night Cycling at night is one of those things I do only if I have too. Training in the early mornings, means my weekday rides nearly always start with a period when I’m riding in the dark.
Riding in the dark does have its own hazards for cyclists.…
MOTIVATION Having the motivation to get on your bike and go for a ride is often difficult for someone new to bicycling, especially if losing weight is your main motivation. Sometimes getting dressed up in Lycra and getting on the bike is the last thing you want to do, especially…
Okay, so you just got done watching a documentary on global warming or something, right? Carbon Nation or Gashole, maybe?
Or maybe you were offered a delicious treat by a co-worker only to be informed after devouring it that it was a grass fed, pesticide free, organic, raw vegan, microbiotic,…
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.…
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…
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