Building cycling stamina is no easier than any other type of endurance, but the payoffs of a successful training routine are enormous. Whether you need that extra edge to sustain your…
Cycling shoes are relatively simple in concept—they incorporate rigid soles with lightweight, foot-hugging materials and generally include a cleat that clips into special bicycle pedals. But while most riders find the…
Cycling is by nature a calorie-burning activity, but not everyone has the time to take a long ride several times a week to get the benefits of a high-calorie burn. By…
Choosing a bicycle tire can be more difficult than it seems. Many bike shops have sections dedicated to tires, but this often is more confusing than helpful to beginning cyclists. Use…
The beach cruiser is built for comfort, but the fit will still need to be customized by the owner. Generally this includes both saddle and handlebar adjustment. Handlebars can be adjusted…
Whether you are a road biker or a mountain biker, where you live is important. You want a place that is safe and convenient for you to ride with lots of…
While there’s more than one major manufacturer of bicycle gear shifters, each gear shifter is held in place by the same clamp design. The clamp is located on the backside of…
Road bikes are one of three prevalent types of bicycles, the others being mountain and BMX or stunt bikes. A road bike is lightweight in construction and intended for riding on…
Cycling shorts come in many different shapes, fabrics and sizes. Here’s some advice on how to pick a pair of bicycle shorts for maximum comfort in the saddle. Back in the…
If your road bike is shifting sluggishly, and adjustments fail to reverse the problem, it may be time to replace the shifter cable. Each time you shift a gear, tension is…