Safety Tips for Cycling Abroad

Ever considered cycling abroad? Arguably, some of the greatest and most breath-taking views in the world can and should be seen on a bicycle. Searching for the experiences of others who have traveled abroad bring up stunning and enviable images. But before you pack up...

How to Prepare for Your First Bike Race

Training for your first bike  race can be both daunting and exciting. While it is important to physically train your body and your muscles for the strains of a race, you also need train your mind and your bike. Livestrong.com offers 10 suggestions on how to train for...

Basic Cycling Safety Tips

As our blog discusses in nearly every post, there are many risks associated with cycling. For most people, the health benefits and enjoyment they receive from cycling far outweigh the possible dangers—and by taking the right safety precautions, cyclists greatly reduce...

Taking Care of Your Bicycle

  If you are dependent on your bicycle to get around, you need to take very good care of it. Because damages caused to your bike are not all immediately noticeable, a neglected bike could leave you stranded unexpectedly. By keeping your bike well-tuned and...

How To Cycle for Charity

Many of us have either heard from friends or experienced for ourselves the excitement of participating in cycling events for charity. “Pedaling for a purpose,” as blogger Paula Holmes-Eber calls it, brings a sense of camaraderie, friendship,...

Buying/Selling a Used Bike?

Are you looking to buy a used bike or get one off your hands? The internet offers great tips for buying and selling used bikes. Other than going to a typical bike shop, here are a few handy suggestions that may help you as you start looking to sell or buy a used bike....