At the end of the day, we all want to get around town safely and quickly. American cities generally tackle that need with more space for more vehicles. However, as…
Category: Lifestyle & general cycling
Why Cycling Makes Your Glutes Hurt (& What You Can Do About It)
From muscle fatigue to saddle issues to poor mobility, a few common culprits may leave you with a sore butt after biking. This article will look at common causes of…
How To Use Google Maps Bike Lanes Like A Pro
Most of us can’t take good bike infrastructure and safe routes for granted. Even for local trips, it often takes some planning to find a suitable route. To that end,…
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),…
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…
Bicycle Infrastructure Best Practices: Where Does Your City Stand?
Bicycles have the speed of (slow) cars but the vulnerability of pedestrians, so these three don’t mix well in the city. Some places address this with physical infrastructure that keeps…
How Long Does A Bike Commute Take?
Getting on a bike, with the wind in your air and fresh air in your face, always beats starting your day with gridlock. But when you’re tight on time, it’s…
