There’s an off-road arms race afoot. Ever more advanced bikes on ever gnarlier trails, always aiming for “more” in both respects. It’s kinda fun. But it’s also expensive to keep…
Author: Erik Bassett
Erik Bassett is the founder and editor of Two Wheels Better. He draws on three decades of cycling and scooter experience to help you find the right ride, incorporate it into daily life, and safely enjoy the journey.
Riding A Motorcycle Vs. Bicycle: Ease, Safety, Cost & More
I’m a lifelong cyclist (and bike commuter), but I’ve actually had a motorcycle license for close to 15 years. In fact, one of my first jobs was selling them—and riding…
Cycling & Fat Loss: Here’s What You Can REALLY Expect
Cycling is a fun and low-impact form of aerobic exercise, so it’s a great way to lose fat sustainably. It won’t burn fat from specific areas (which is generally impossible),…
Sprung Saddle vs. Suspension Seatpost (Pros, Cons & How to Choose)
If you’re trying to smooth out your bike’s ride quality, then you’ve probably come across sprung saddles & suspension seatposts. Both are effective ways to take the edge off of…
Single-Speed Gravel & Cyclocross Bikes: The 2023 Round-Up
Single-speed gravel biking isn’t everybody’s cup of tea. But for some us, ditching the derailleur is the ticket to lower maintenance, all-conditions performance. Not to get too metaphysical here, but…
6 Awesome Uses of Bicycles in Daily Life
Most of us take up cycling for recreation or fitness, but bikes are every bit as practical as they are fun. Believe it or not, a human being on a…
Should Your Feet Touch The Ground On A Bicycle? (Solved!)
Generally, you should be able to sit on your bike’s saddle and touch at least the front of one foot to the ground. But is something wrong if you can’t…
Is Cycling A Sport Or Hobby? (It’s Up To You!)
Cycling is wildly popular by any measure, and has gotten much more so over the last couple years. It comprises everything from leisurely cruising to elite competition, and a whole…
Do You Really Need Cycling Shorts?
The right apparel can mean the difference between hours of enjoyable cycling versus sheer pain. And you’ve probably noticed that most cyclists (at least more “serious”-looking road cyclists) are usually…
Why Get A Gravel Bike? (Advantages, Issues & FAQ)
Gravel bikes have sold like hotcakes since circa 2014, but the discipline has arguably been “a thing” since well before the first Unbound race (formerly Dirty Kanza) back in 2006.…
