How Cycling Will Help You De-Stress Better Than Medication

Group cycling in the sunset

Cycling helps you de-stress! Don’t just take my word for it. Studies have proven that cycling is an effective way to de-stress. I read Neil Shah, the founder and director of Stress Management Society comment: “Cycling is one of the most effective treatments for stress and in many cases has been proven to be as … Read more

The 6 Best Winter Cycling Locations In America

Winter Cycling Locations In America

Biking is a great way to explore the world, no matter what the season is but not everyone has a suitable spot nearby. The good news for hiking enthusiasts is that hiking trails in the US and Canada offer perfect weather, stunning views, and convenient cycling all year round One thing I used to wonder … Read more

How Can You Prevent Injury While Cycling?

Prevent Injury While Cycling

Beginners often sustain injuries when riding bicycles. Injuries, however, can easily be inflicted and treated. Read on to learn about cycling injuries. Cycling is a sport, and just like any other sport, there is always a risk of injury involved when you ride a bicycle. In the United States alone, over 130,000 bicyclists are injured … Read more

How to Commute In Winter- Cycling in Ottawa, Canada

Ottawa Canada, Terry Fox statue

Winter cycling offers the opportunity to retain, and even enhance, your cycling skills over the whole year. There are very few days during the winter in which cycling becomes impossible. If you’re able to cross-country ski, then you’re ready to cycle. The secret to successful winter cycling is that you stay warm and dry, maintain … Read more

Best Cycling Routes — Scenic Roads To Enjoy Your Ride

Best Cycling Routes

Cycling holds limitless adventures for us all and what’s better than experiencing an adventure in some breathtaking landscapes? From the high peaks of Blue Ridge Parkway to the red rocky coastline of Pacific Coast Highway, we have the best routes in the USA and worldwide like the La Route Verte (Canada) and the EuroVelo 6 … Read more

20 Reasons Why Fixie Bikes Are the Ultimate Hipster Bikes

Man with a Fixie bike in park

Hipsters and fixies go together like Donald Trump and are completely out of sync with the reality of everyday life. It is ridiculous but absolutely true! For anyone out there who thinks that Trump somehow has a clue about the real world, or is some sort of entrepreneurial tycoon behemoth, just remember this: When Donald … Read more

Can Cycling Increase My Vertical Jumps? Let’s Find Out!

Cycling And Vertical Jumps

A vertical jump, or you can say a vertical leap, is exactly what you think it is. That’s right! You jump upwards in the air. Why does one do that? Good question. I used to think that too until I did some research and found out that vertical jumps help build endurance. In a vertical … Read more

Average Bike Speed And Distance For Beginners- Cycling Tips To Go Further, Faster!

Average Bike Speed

Let’s face it, bolting on our cycles like we are “The Flash” is only a dream. It certainly is one without practice. You cannot expect to go to bed one day with your bicycle by your side and ride it like a professional in the morning.  I get it! We get butterflies in our stomachs … Read more

Guilty As Charged: Pedestrian Charged Rightly In Killing A 77-Year-Old Cyclist!

Cyclist

49-year-old Aurilo Grey was found guilty of creating circumstances that lead to the death of Celia Ward, A 77-year-old cyclist. The sentence will be handed down on 2nd March while the dispute initially began over the cyclist riding over the pavement, the police are still unable to determine if the pavement was actually a shared-use … Read more

Bike Of The Future: What is The Future of Cycling?

Future of Cycling

Do you remember watching the Jetsons when you were little? They showed a fantastic future, with robotic maids, flying cars and so much more. How do you envision the future of bicycles? I mean, we already have amazing electric bikes, but have you ever wondered what’s next? What Are The New Trends In The Bicycle … Read more

9 Environmental Benefits of Cycling

Environmental Benefits of Cycling

Did you know that there are 880 thousand bikes in Amsterdam which are owned by almost 811 thousand people? There are more bikes than people in Amsterdam. Amazing isn’t it? Why am I telling you this? Good question! Well, do you know that studies have shown that Amsterdam has a better AQI (air quality index) … Read more

10 Best Cycling Headphones – Perfect Sound For Adventures

Best Cycling Headphones

The right headphones with the required features can make all the difference don’t you agree? They make riding fun! Yes! I do understand your concern about being cut off from your environment as soon as you plug in the headset. But do you know that there are now bone-conduction headphones that do not cut off … Read more

Winterizing Your Freehubs for Winter and Ice Biking

Winter cycling, fat bike

Winterizing a freehub is simply overhauling it with the right lubricant. This piece should help you decide whether you need to winterize your freehub and get you through the procedure if you decide to try. Manufacturers assemble freehubs with varying amounts of fairly thick grease in the bearings and pawls. At temperatures below about 20 … Read more

All You Need To Know About Winter Cycling Caps, Hats And Headgear

Winter cycling in a blizzard

What’s there to know about keeping a head warm? You put on a hat and that’s all. But wait! There’s more to it. You lose a lot of heat through your head. When icebiking, the heat loss through your head can be a blessing if you are working up a sweat. However, most of the … Read more