Master a few essential cycling techniques for a safer (and more fun) bicycle commute. Bunny Hop Purpose: This basic skill allows you to jump the bike over road debris, potholes and over curbs. Use it to avoid potential road hazards and to up your street cred. Master it: You can bunny hop your bike by […]
Summer may have reached the halfway point, but there’s still time to sign up for your first cycling race. Committing to your first cycling race is often the hardest part. Here are a few tips to help you reach the finish line. At least a month before the race: Find a local club or group […]
Cycling doesn’t have to be a solo activity. But before you venture out with others, brush up on a few skills and familiarize yourself with basic group cycling etiquette. Find the right group for you. You can find rides by asking around at your local bike shop, consulting internet cycling forums or talking to fellow […]
Summer is the time to train for centuries and races, take off on a week-long bike tour or spend the afternoon exploring new single-tracks. To get the most out of your bike, and lower your chances of a mechanical, begin your adventure by performing a basic bike tune-up. Clean and lubricate the Chain Your chain […]
Keep your cool while commuting by bike through the hot, humid days of summer. Go slow. Give your body a chance to adapt to the heat stress. If you commute by bike, give yourself more time so you can pedal at a relaxed pace. Gradually add more time and distance as your body adjusts. If […]
Depending on how you view it, wind can either build you into a stronger cyclist or break you down if you’re unprepared to face it. Next time the wind blows, keep your cool by following a few simple guidelines. Change your attitude. If you instantly feel defeated by a slap of wind to the face, […]
It’s a common scene: You’re gearing up to bike to work, but Mother Nature has other plans. Don’t cancel your ride just yet. Instead, be prepared when drops fall from the sky. These simple bicycle safety tips for riding in the rain will insure that you arrive safe and dry. Guard your bike. Fenders are […]
Pedal Here: New Paltz, NY Just 80 miles north of the hustle and bustle of New York City, New Paltz is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream with enough killer climbs, carriage trails and bike paths to satisfy any cyclist. The nearby Shawangunk Ridge (or the Gunks) poses a challenging climb — complete with a hairpin turn— […]
If the idea of commuting by bike conjures up thoughts of rain ponchos, bulky bicycle panniers, and expensive lighting systems, think again. Just follow these simple tips and you’ll be rolling to work in no time. 1. You don’t need a fancy bike. When it comes to bicycle commuting, the simpler the bike, the better, […]
