Kickstands may seem like an essential accessory for bicycles, but most road bikes do not feature the stabilizing tool. You may be wondering why that’s the case because kickstands seem like they’d be a useful addition, but most road racers, cyclists, and hobbyists would agree that they’re not as functional as they may seem. In …
Whether you use a road bike to commute to work or compete in a road race, at some point, you have probably thought about its weight. Your road bike’s weight doesn’t just determine how fast you go, it also plays a factor in how easy it is to hoist your bike up a set of …
Whether you’re cycling for fitness or fun, biking uphill is never an easy endeavour. Steep inclines require a bit of determination, strength, and training to master without feeling spent afterwards. If you try to avoid hills, and groan when you cannot avoid them, then you might be interested mastering those climbs without getting tired. Sure, …
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The Greater Philadelphia Area offers a network of recreational trails with something to please everyone — serious road cyclists, weekend mountain bikers and tourists alike have access to an unprecedented network of trails. Many of the these trails can be found in Philadelphia’s diverse park system. But because they touch on urban and suburban neighborhoods, …
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If you commute with your bike, then you might be a bit anxious about it getting stolen whenever you have to lock it up to go inside. This anxiety, and theft threat, increases where there is no bike rack available for you to lock it to. So, what you do when you need to lock …
Whether you’re new to cycling or looking to boost your performance and speed, getting stronger legs is a great way for an overall better experience out on your bike. Strength workouts focused on your legs is the perfect way to build up those leg muscles. In addition to normal strength training, you’ll also want to …
If you intend to cycle, whether recreationally or competitively, there will come a time when you need to tackle a hill or two during the course of your ride. Unlike cycling on flat or downhill roads, uphill cycling requires incredible stamina and drive. Because of this, it is absolutely crucial that you train extra hard …
Saratoga Springs, New York offers beautiful natural spaces for hiking, biking and other recreational activities. Here are some of the best nature trails in the area for you and your family to enjoy. Ballston Veterans Bike Path This walking trail, which is flat, straight and paved with asphalt, is perfect for hikes, skating and bike …
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Exercising regularly is one of the best things you can do for your health—both physically and mentally. Exercising helps you burn fat, improve muscle and bone strength, sleep better, and feel happier. However, it’s important to make sure you’re getting your exercise the right way. While all forms of exercise are healthy to some degree, …
In the sport of cycling, there is always a drive to increase speed, as speed and distance steer the motivation for cyclists. Before a cyclist can learn to increase their speed, they must have an understanding of road bikes and what their average performance includes. How fast can a road bike go? When purchasing road …
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Road bike knee pain is a very common lower body problem that cyclists can experience. According to one study, almost 65% of cyclists can experience it. One of the common causes for it overdoing it while riding. When training, you can ride harder and longer than your body is used to, which can strain the …
No matter why you want to build your cycling endurance, whether it’s to keep up with friends on weekend rides or compete in a triathlon, the path to get there is the same. In order to increase cycling endurance and stamina, you need to progressively increase the load on your cardiovascular system to help make …
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Exercise is important for pregnant women to help maintain mental well being and physicality. Bicycling does have its risks, so while it’s okay to continue biking while pregnant, there are things a woman needs to keep in mind. Biking isn’t considered a high-risk activity to avoid during pregnancy, such as downhill skiing or horseback riding. …
