You already know folding bikes are supremely convenient. But it’s less obvious whether those tiny wheels and diminutive frames are actually zippy enough to enjoy riding. After lots of daily…
Category: Bike questions & beginner guides
Are Some Bicycles Easier To Ride Than Others?
It’s clear that different types of bikes cater to specific needs, but some styles feel far more intuitive to ride—especially for newer cyclists. Part of it is relative to the…
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…
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…
Bike Commuting Is Good Exercise…But Here’s What Else You Need
Daily cardio is essential for basic health and function. Bike commuting is a great way to build it into your life. However, it does not provide the strength or mobility…
Should Your Feet Touch The Ground On A Bicycle? (Solved!)
Bikes are amazingly self-stabilizing when you’re moving, but that changes when you come to a stop. It’s important to feel confident and stable when you put a foot down for…
Do Folding Bikes Have Gears?
Folding bikes don’t sacrifice much in order to pack down so tiny. Besides the obvious—small wheels—they’re essentially as capable and full-featured as a standard bike. And that certainly applies to…
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…
Is Skateboarding Harder Than Biking? (I’ve Done Both!)
Skateboarding and bicycling are basically opposites in several ways. Bikes are efficient and capable, but big and complex. Skateboards are compact and cheap, but slow and a bit unsteady. In…
Single-Speed Vs. Geared Bikes (Complete Beginner’s Guide!)
More than any other innovation, gearing transformed bicycles into the useful, versatile machines we know today. Even so, many riders—including yours truly—like to ride with a single gear, at least…
