Cycling shoes are designed to give extra benefits to athletes, in terms of grip, propulsion, and stability. A good pair of sports shoes often make a significant difference in a cyclist’s performance. However, this only works, if the shoe really fits. In fact, the best-designed cycling shoes from the most expensive brand, might not feel…
Helmet safety is not an issue to be taken lightly. According to Bicycle Helmet Safety Institute, about 74% of fatal biking accidents are due to head injuries. If riding a bike is one of your hobbies, you need to wear a helmet! Helmets protect you and your child, whether you’re riding on the road or…
If you want your bicycle shoes to last as long as possible, you should keep them clean and properly maintained. Cycling in a spin class or triathlon is sure to leave your cycling shoes soaked in sweat and with a stinking smell. You’ll get nasty shoes if you keep doing this without a good cleaning…
Carbon is one of the popular materials used in making various cycling gear items, and while you can use just about any shoes or pedals to ride your bike, both of them are offered in carbon fiber options. That begs the question “do carbon pedals and shoes make a difference? Carbon pedals and shoes are…
The pedal is one of the main points of connection between you and your bike, and while most of us started cycling on flat pedals, many experienced cyclists choose to switch to clip-in pedals. So, are clip-in pedals necessary for cycling? Clip-in pedals are ideal for improving riding efficiency if you’re road cycling at your…
Preparing your gear for a long and thrilling cycling session? Then, let me stop you right there and tell you that you need a solid pair of colored sunglasses to keep your company. While many cyclists miss this detail, the sunglasses you choose can make or break your ride. Ideally, your colored sunglasses should protect…
Having a bike while living in an urban area doesn’t usually mesh well together. Where would your bike fit in a small city apartment or on public transit? You may have heard of folding bikes, which got you to wonder, “What is a folding bike?” Folding bikes are bikes that you can fold and tuck…
When it comes to taking up a new hobby, cycling is an excellent way to move your body and spend more time outdoors. The great thing about taking up cycling is that there is a huge community that you will be joining. Being able to bounce ideas and compare certain routes together is a huge…
Cycling is one of the healthiest forms of exercise out there. While it helps you burn a lot of calories and stay in shape, it also has a low impact on your joints, which makes it better than running for a lot of people. One of the best forms of cycling is road cycling where…
If you’re buying a new bike, there are plenty of features that you need to keep in mind, and one of the most important aspects to consider here is the shifting system. Ideally, there are two major types of gear shifters for bikes: mechanical and electronic. If you’re curious about the one that you should…
Cycling can be a pretty dangerous hobby due to the number of cyclists that get hit by cars when riding on the road. The best way to avoid being hit by cars is to make sure you are seen by them. The best way to be seen is to have the appropriate number of lights…
One of the most common questions that parents ask when buying a bike for their children is “what size bike does my child need?” Finding the right size for your child’s bike is one of the most critical decisions that you have to make before buying one. This is because size doesn’t only affect your…
Whether you are shopping for a new bike or selling one of your old bikes, one of the main sizing measurements used will be the bike frame size. If you’re anything like I was when I first got into cycling, you have no clue what that actually means. If you’re selling your bike and just…
It’s no surprise to people reading this blog that cycling is one of my passions but as with many other people who enjoy working out or cycling, you aren’t always motivated to workout. Your motivation goes up and down. Some days you are super motivated and on others, you don’t even want to get out…
When you search online, you typically find reviews for the most expensive bikes saying that they are the best bikes out there and they make it seem like you must have the most expensive bike out there to be a good cyclist. This is not the case. Yes, it is true that some of the…
Not everyone realizes how expensive a nice bike can be. When I first got into cycling, I remember being amazed that some people pay $10,000+ for a really nice road bike and a nice mountain bike seems to average between 7 and 10 thousand dollars. Not everyone’s bike is going to be that expensive, but…
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…