Hybrid bikes are fun, cost-effective, and available at every price point. They’re especially versatile, too…but that doesn’t mean they can tackle all terrain. So, if you like to (literally) venture…
Category: Bicycles
Can I Ride My Bicycle On The Sidewalk? (It’s Not That Simple…)
Figuring out sidewalk cycling laws can be frustrating, but it’s critical for everyone’s safety. Local laws often allow bicycling on the sidewalk in some cases, but prohibit it in others.…
E-Bike & E-Scooter Charging Cost Calculator
We all know electric bikes and electric scooters are energy-efficient, but just how little can you plan to spend? I wondered exactly the same thing, so I built this electric…
Underbiking: What It Is & Why You’ll Love (To Hate) It
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…
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…
