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…
Saris MP1 Nfinity Motion Bike Trainer Platform Review PROS Reduces Strain on Body Simulates Realistic Bike Ride Compatible with Most Bike Trainers CONS Price Weak Bindings Do you not like riding on your bike trainer because it doesn’t feel like you’re truly riding your bike? When riding on a bike trainer it doesn’t feel like…
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…
The Zooz UU 750 also goes by the name of Zooz Urban Ultralight 750 because of its minimalistic design and electric cruising. The bike was designed with a particular emphasis on minimalism, so the designers have not added extra accessories to it. The most popular model of the Zooz UU is the 750 but it…
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…
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…
There has been a boom in the electric bicycle industry over the last decade and especially in the last couple of years. Forbes estimates that the e-bike market will reach 17 million customers by 2030. E-bikes have gained a lot of popularity among people as they add more convenience to their lives. Also, with global…
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…
Having good tires on your bike plays an essential role in your safety while riding. Having worn tires could mean having a blowout while riding at high speeds. This is even more important when riding a fixed gear bike. For many people, they ride fixed gears brakeless which means they have to slide to slow…
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…
Riding a bike can be a great workout or just a relaxing pass time. Having an electric bike or electric trike that allows you to switch between a good workout and a relaxing ride is amazing. As long as you don’t let the battery die, you never have to worry about getting too tired to…
Fixed gear bikes which are often referred to as fixies have been around for some time. They are becoming a rare breed of bikes which is making it harder to find a good fixed gear bike. Fixies are looked at as the hipster style of bike. They are common among a specific crowd but not…
I ride my fixed gear bike with many of my friends that don’t ride fixie and I always get asked why I’m sliding. They think I’m just doing it to look cool, which in some cases that’s true. Sliding is fun and can make riding your fixed gear more enjoyable, however, the main reason fixed…