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A common misconception is that tricycles are for kids, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. In fact, not only was the first tricycle designed for adults, but they...

It may sound funny and you may have even watched one video after another of amusing animal-cyclist interactions, but if you’ve ever been chased down by a wild animal during...

For many who enjoy riding outdoors, winter weather often means the end of outdoor activities. However, most regions have days that could very well be ideal for a winter ride—if...

Winter riding can be every bit as enjoyable as warm-weather riding when you do it right. However, if you head out unprepared, it could turn out to be the worst...

Winter weather doesn’t have to put an end to your rides, but it does mean that you’re going to have to make a few adjustments to continue enjoying them year...

While a casual rider likely has little concern regarding how much they’re actually sweating, if you’re an endurance cyclist or ride competitively, knowing your sweat rate is a critical component...

The struggle of having to exercise in hot weather is all too real. While many people simply forgo their daily fitness regimen when the heat is too much to bear,...

Even if you live in a great place to ride, sooner or later you’ll start yearning for adventure. More often than not, the most memorable riding experiences require some traveling....

Over the past year, bicycles have become an increasingly valuable commodity. In cities large and small, bicycle thieves have become well-equipped and organized, leading to bicycle theft now reaching epidemic...

The above is a pre-ride stretching routine for many cyclists. Newsflash: this type of stretching does more harm than good before and is best left until after the ride.