Whether you’re looking to get a cycling jersey or a pair of cycling shoes, prices can run pretty high. Luckily, there are more budget-friendly options out there. One of them is Geartrade. Geartrade is an online platform that allows users to buy and sell used outdoor items. They offer products that include a wide range…
Almost every cyclist has had the idea or goal to go for a century bike ride at one point in their life. This dream can be turned into a reality if a person works hard to prepare for it, makes up his mind, and in the end, just starts pedaling. A 100-mile bike ride is…
Strava is an online social network for cyclists. One of the most popular features of Strava is the segment feature. The segment feature is probably a leading factor in its popularity. Segment refers to a section of the overall ride, which a person has turned into a time course, just like the mini time trial…
Shipping your bike across the country can be nerve-racking, especially when you’ve spent thousands on a new bike. I’m sure everyone has seen how poorly some shipping providers handle their packages. It’s hard to not worry. There are some shipping companies that are better than others for shipping bikes across the country. However, I prefer…
Going on long bike rides can be very draining. There are many snacks that are specifically made for athletes, as well as cyclists. These athletic/cycling snacks are specifically made to give you all the nutrients, sugar, and/or caffeine you need to complete your bike ride. Having the right snacks with you can make all the…
By having a better understanding how the gears of a bicycle work and examining the overall effect of cycling gears on the bike’s general performance; you will be able to pick the right bicycle for you. It will also help you assess the bike performance based on its front chainrings and rear cassette, with respect…
Keeping track of your health and getting a basic knowledge about your fitness level is quite useless if you don’t use the information to improve your health. Many companies have launched numerous fitness gadgets to track overall health, but that is not enough. Most of these trackers only check the temperature, your footsteps, and your…
Watts don’t just lighten up your bulbs and indoors but are used for lighting up bicycles too. The same kind of energy that brightens up your home and makes those bulbs glow can be made on your bike without using any plug. The watts you will be making on your bicycle will be entirely man-made…
Grand Tour riders are familiar with their powerful output. They are aware of how much their power output should be, down to the exact watt, at any particular time. Cycling training zones are the best way to ensure that all of the training sessions of the riders are completed correctly, and these zones could be…
A bike tune-up is a vital part of a smooth ride and bike longevity. If you don’t maintain your bike, you’ll end up spending way more on a new bike and you’ll have a less enjoyable riding experience. If you don’t know what a bike tune-up is, I covered the basics of a bike tune-up…
If you’ve been involved in the cycling community for any amount of time, you’ve probably heard of Zwift, but you may not know what Zwift actually is. Zwift is a virtual workout app that allows athletes to workout from their homes by plugging into a virtual world. You can ride your bike, run or prepare…
Cycling challenges such as Everesting, and yes that’s what it’s called, are a great way to challenge yourself and compete with your friends. Everesting isn’t an easy feat tho, you should definitely train and prepare before taking on this challenge. Everesting is riding the height of Mount Everest on a ride that isn’t riding up…
When you get into cycling, it’s common to want to know where you rank and how you’re performing. If you’re new to cycling it’s hard to perceive how fast you can actually ride a bike. Pro cyclists are on another level. They can ride at and maintain speeds that most would think only cars can…
As you get into cycling, one thing you’ll notice is how many people shave their legs. There’s a constant discussion among cyclists new and old on whether or not shaving your legs is a requirement for cycling. Some believe it makes you faster, others don’t think it matters. Some think it looks better. Overall, there…
After riding your bike for an extended period of time, it’s always good to give it a tune up to make sure everything is in operable condition. A tune up is something you can do at home with a little time, patience, and the right tools. Whether you do the tune up yourself or not,…
As you get more into cycling, you’ll want to take your bike places with you to go on rides. If you have a roof rack that requires you to take off your front wheel, it can get very tedious to grab your tools and undo the bolt on your front wheel to remove it. Quick…
When I first got into cycling, I had never heard of the Strava Cycling App, or more so just the Strava Fitness Tracker App. I use it for cycling, but the app, in general, is an overall workout app. If you’re looking for a way to keep track of your rides and workouts, Strava is…