4 Tips for Planning Your Cycling Season
The winter signifies the heart of the road cycling offseason. Most athletes have established their winter activities and training programs. They are busy d
A Mountain Bikers Journey Through Ethiopia
Its only been 2,000 or so years since Soloman and Sheba roamed the northern tiers of Ethiopia, pronounced Et..opia by all who dwell here. As if it were yes
Veteran Cyclist Writes Reference Book for Newbies
Joining the cycling world as a complete newbie can be an intimidating experience. Many of your peers have expensive bikes, are dressed in cutting-edge appa
How to Protect Your Rights as a Cyclist
I received an email from a friend who is an avid cyclist and former council member in a city in Washington. I will call him Bill. Earlier in the day, Bil
Safety Tips for Cycling on Freeways
I have ridden more than 7,500 miles on the shoulder of I-90 in Washington and am often asked regarding the legalities of riding on freeways. The short ans
The Truth About Cyclists and Protein
A good nutrition plan includes proper amounts of each macronutrient (protein, carbohydrates, fat). Athletes need to fuel their training and to give their b
Should You Ride Your Bike on Sidewalks?
Question: Is it legal to ride on the sidewalk? Answer: Maybe, depending on the location of the sidewalk. Although the general rule is that it is legal to
Time-Trial Tips From 6 Cycling Experts
Competitive cycling requires preparation. But nowhere is that more true than with time-trial racing, which relies on pure speed rather than the ability to
6 Tips to Find Your Cycling Motivation
Cycling isnt always fun. Sometimes it hurts. Sometimes getting on your bike seems like the last thing you want to do. However, one things for certain, whe
4 Reasons to Join a Cycling Club
If youre starting to really get into cycling, why go at it alone? For many of us, local bicycle clubs are available for cyclists looking to improve their
How to Improve Your Breathing on the Bike
Who the hell is this guy, Ian Jackson? That was the way one of my fellow competitors characterized his intimidation before the start of the first Big Isl
The Most Interesting Cycling Race in the World
Leave your brakes—and gears—at home. Yes, its a criterium, but only track bikes are allowed. Oh yeah, and the race starts at 11 p.m. in relati
Road Safety Tips for Kids: Cycling, Skating and Skateboarding
According the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), children and adolescents should do at least 60 minutes of physical activity every day. Your
A Breakdown of the Cycling Pedal Stroke
Pedaling a bike is more than clipping in and letting the circular mechanics of the chain ring and crank arm do the work for you. Riders need to direct th
The Truth About Indoor Cycling Cadence
As you peek into the door of many indoor cycling classes, or if youve watched some of the many Spinning? classes on YouTube or on television, often you wil
How to Choose the Best Bicycle Wheels for You
Below is an excerpt from the book The No-Drop Zone: Everything You Need to Know About the Peloton, Your Gear, and Riding Strong by Patrick Brady. The 250-p
How to Choose the Best Bike Light for You
My first experience with bike lights was back in the day of Eco-Challenge. We would ride through the night on our mountain bikes, through all types of terr
Crush the Competition With the Criss-Cross Cycling Workout
As cyclists and triathletes get closer to key races, one of the workouts I use to improve lactate threshold speed and power is a criss-cross workout. I lik
How do the USA Cycling Race Categories Work?
You may hear a cyclist you know boast about being a Cat. 3 road racer or a Cat. 2 mountain biker. So, is that good? And how exactly did he get to that le
6 Upgrades Your Bicycle May Need
Below is an excerpt from the book The No-Drop Zone: Everything You Need to Know About the Peloton, Your Gear, and Riding Strong by Patrick Brady. The 250-p
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