Whether you’re cycling for fitness or fun, biking uphill is never an easy endeavour. Steep inclines require a bit of determination, strength, and training to master without feeling spent afterwards. If you try to avoid hills, and groan when you cannot avoid them, then you might be interested mastering those climbs without getting tired. Sure, … Read more
If you’re overweight and looking to take up cycling, then you might be wondering how to find a bike that’s rated for heavy people. Well, the bad news is that bikes typically are not rated by how much load they can support. However, there are some things that you can look for to make sure … Read more
If you are planning for a race or live in a region with poor weather, a bike trainer can be a lifesaver. Trainers provide easy indoor biking by turning your regular road bike into an indoor training bike. A bicycle trainer is basically just a frame with a clamp to hold your bike in place … Read more
If you’ve just scored yourself a new electric bike, then it’s a good idea to take the necessary steps to keep that bike and its battery in proper working condition for as long as possible. E-bikes are a considerable expense, and the battery is essential to keep those rides as awesome as possible. If this … Read more
Whether you’re buying your first mountain bike or looking to upgrade your starter mtb, you might not know how much you have to spend to get something good. The bad news is that high quality mountain bikes can cost you as much as over $2,000. The good news is that you can get a pretty … Read more
The Greater Philadelphia Area offers a network of recreational trails with something to please everyone — serious road cyclists, weekend mountain bikers and tourists alike have access to an unprecedented network of trails. Many of the these trails can be found in Philadelphia’s diverse park system. But because they touch on urban and suburban neighborhoods, … Read more
If you commute with your bike, then you might be a bit anxious about it getting stolen whenever you have to lock it up to go inside. This anxiety, and theft threat, increases where there is no bike rack available for you to lock it to. So, what you do when you need to lock … Read more
Riding a bike seems like a great way to get outside and get active, right? But have you seen the prices for some of those bicycles? I don’t know about you, but I don’t want to spend more than my rent payment on a bike. Luckily, there are some quality bike options that won’t bust … Read more
Whether you’re new to cycling or looking to boost your performance and speed, getting stronger legs is a great way for an overall better experience out on your bike. Strength workouts focused on your legs is the perfect way to build up those leg muscles. In addition to normal strength training, you’ll also want to … Read more
Buying a used bike can be a very exciting proposition. However, it can also be fairly scary if you think about everything that could possibly go wrong with this type of sale. Getting a good deal on a quality used bike takes a little bit of know-how and savvy. And unless you know how to … Read more