Bicycling Sitemap - Page 1 2013-05-26

Win a Chrome PBR Messenger Bag
Here's a heads-up on how you can win a one-of-a-kind Chrome/Pabst Blue Ribbon limited edition messenger bag. Chrome is a San Francisco-based company that

Spinning Classes - Are They Right For You?
So I took my first spinning class this weekend. A spinning class is a group workout on exercise bikes. My brother is a member at a health club, and got

Review: Kryptonite Evolution Bike Lock
Review: Kryptonite Evolution Bike Lock

Find Happiness: Watch a Bike Race
United Healthcare rider Hilton Clarke delights fans more ways than one

Has Strava Ruined the Group Ride?
Has Strava technology disrupted the flow of your group ride?

Quaker Oats Makes Boy Biker Transform into King of the Mountain
Quaker Oats commercial makes boy biker transform into King of the Mountain

Review: Kryptonite Evolution U-Lock with cable
Worried about somebody stealing your bike? Kyptonite Evolution U-Lock with cable offers theft deterrent. But is it strong enough? Read our review.

What's the highest speed you've ever reached on a bike?
What’s the highest speed you’ve ever reached on a bike?

Bike Tours of Historical Sites - Touring Historical Sites on your Bike
Battlefields, state and national parks and historical sites are often perfect for bicycle tours. Here are some historic sites and historical themed tours including some from the Revolutionary War, the Civil War and the Underground Railroad you should consider for bike touring.

Team Profile - 2008 Tour de France
An overview of the teams competing in the 2008 Tour de France, complete with lists of Tour de France riders and expert forecasting and predictions on the race results.

Bike shorts reviews - cycling shorts
Bike shorts reviews. Here are reviews of cycling shorts of various sorts,including bib shorts and knickers. The good, bad and the ugly. See our favorites and see which ones to stay away from.

Best Bike Paths
Your suggestions of the best bike paths to try out

Essential Bike Commuter Gear
Items that are essential for bike commuters to have

What are bike gloves for?
Have bike gloves ever really helped you? Talk about it here.

Travel with your bike - Finding Ways to Ride When You're Gone From Home
Want to ride when you're away from home? Here are some suggestions on how to find a bike that's right for you when you're in another city.

Fight Foggy Glasses - See how other riders deal with foggy/frozen glasses during cool weather riding, and offer suggestions of your own.
Fight Foggy Glasses - See how other riders deal with foggy/frozen glasses during cool weather riding, and offer suggestions of your own.

bike riders and shaved legs - why cyclists shave their legs
Why do some cyclists shave their legs? That's a good question. But here are just some of the reasons why you'll find riders with the razor and cream before they get on their bike.

Readers respond: Avoid bike shorts chafing and rash - how to avoid chafing and rash caused by your bike shorts
Chafing and rash caused by bike shorts is a common problem for cyclists. Read how other cyclists avoid rashes and chafing or share tips and strategies of your own.

Caring for your Bike Clothes - How to Clean and Wash Your Cycling Jerseys and Shorts
Taking care of your bike clothes isn't particularly complicated, but you should pay attention to protect the investment that you have in them and to avoid potential problems with retained odors or damaging synthetic materials. Here are some tips and tricks for cleaning them effectively so that they smell better and last longer.

Things You Need on a Bike Ride
Things You Need on a Bike Ride

Cedar Glades Park User Reviews of Mountain Bike Trails
Cedar Glades Mountain Bike Trails User Reviews

Things You Need on a Bike Ride
Things You Need on a Bike Ride

Things You Need on a Bike Ride
Things You Need on a Bike Ride

Things You Need on a Bike Ride
Things You Need on a Bike Ride

Losing weight riding your bike - share your stories about shaping up through cycling, and read about others' success!
Have you lost weight by riding your bike? Read how others have done just that, and share your success story so others can benefit about how you got in better shape through cycling.

Keeping your feet warm - what works for you?
Riding your bike in the winter can be fun - as long as you can keep your feet warm. There are lots of tips and tricks people try to keep their feet warm. Here are some of the things that work best for riders.

Reader feedback - bike riding experiences in Destin - Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Readers offer comments and feedback of their own bike riding experiences in the Destin - Fort Walton Beach areas of Florida's Panhandle region

Have You Ever Got a Hole in Your Bike Shorts?
Have you ever got a hole in your bike shorts? Your fellow cyclists share funny stories.

Bike Riding in Portland - Share Your Experiences and Recommended Places to Ride
Ever go riding in Portland? Share your best bike recommendations with your fellow bicyclists here and read what others have to say. Best routes, parts of town to ride, best places to check out on a bike.

What has Spinning Done for You?
People who do spin classes are often totally bonkers for them. They swear by these fun, energizing, intense workouts. Are you one of these folks? Share your story and hear from others who love these indoor cycling classes.

Readers respond: wacky bike rides you don't want to miss
Readers respond: check out this list of reader favorite wacky bike rides you don't want to miss

How to get your kids to love biking
Readers Respond: How to get your kids to love biking - here's how to teach your kids to enjoy bike riding. Read what has worked for others and share your own stories of success.

Cyclists turning into runners: your experience doing a marathon.
Are you a cyclist who has also done a marathon? What was the experience like for you? Share your story.

Schrader valves vs. Presta valves - what do you use?
Schrader valves vs. Presta valves - what do you use? Find out what other cyclists prefer or offer your own opinion on the matter.

Chain cleaning tips - share your story and learn from others.
Chain cleaning tips - here's where you can share your story of good ways to clean your bike chain and hear effective techniques that others do to clean their bike chain.

Memorable Repairs - Quick Fixes That Got You Home
Memorable Repairs - Quick Fixes That Got You Home

Recycling Tires and Tubes -- Best Uses for Old Bike Tires and Tubes
Hate to just pitch your old tubes and tires in the trash? Share your suggestions for the best options for reuse and recycling of bike tubes and tires.

How a Quick Connector Link Saved My Life!
Has a removable master link on your bike chain ever saved you from a messy situation? This is your chance to share your story with others or to hear from your fellow cyclists just why that itty-bitty connector link might be the most awesome part of the whole bike.

CO2 cartridges - Do you use CO2 cartridges to inflate your tires?
Do you use CO2 cartridges to repair flat tires when you ride? Share your experiences using CO2. Is it something that you find more helpful or a nuisance?

Selling Your Used Bike Parts - Your Secrets to Success for Selling Bike Parts
Have old bike parts sitting around? Hear how others have had success turning them into cash by selling them on the internet.

Schrader valves vs. Presta valves - what do you use?
Schrader valves vs. Presta valves - what do you use? Find out what other cyclists prefer or offer your own opinion on the matter.

Animal Encounters on your Bike
Having a dog or deer or other animal jump out in front of you as you ride can be scary. Here's what people have done in that situation.

Carrying a laptop on a bike - options for carrying your laptop
What are the best bike laptop carriers? Here are suggestions and feedback from your fellow riders on their top choices for carrying a laptop computer on your bike.

Run/Walk/Ride Together - How to Make it Work When People Go Different Speeds
Ever want to go running or for a walk with another person who is riding on a bike? It can be tricky when you’ve got people traveling different speeds. How do you make this work? Find out from others or share your technique

How to ride in hot weather - Cyclists share tips for beating the heat
How to ride in hot weather - Cyclists share their tips for beating the heat

Why do you ride your bike?
Why do you ride a bike? Here's your chance to talk about why you ride.

Accessories on your bike - personalizing your bicycle
Personalize your bicycle - Accessories on your bike - do you have any fun things on your bike that make it unique? Talk about it here.

Best Moments in Tour de France History
What's your favorite memory of the Tour de France? The biggest win or most daring performance? Share yours here and see what others recall as their own most memorable moments in the Tour de France.

Bike Riding in Washington D.C.
Bike riding in Washington D.C. - here are tips and suggestions for the best places to bike ride in Washington D.C.

Why do you ride your bike?
Why do you ride a bike? Here's your chance to talk about why you ride.

bike shrine - what does it mean to you?
A Portland church has a corner of its sanctuary set aside especially for cyclists to mediate and contemplate. Would you seek out a bike-friendly place of worship?

Spinning vs. Mashing: What kind of pedaler are you?
Spinning vs. Mashing: What kind of pedaler are you?

Memorial Park - Houston: User Reviews of Mountain Bike Trails
These are reviews of the mountain bike trails in Memorial Park - Houston. Read user reviews of mountain biking trails in Houston's Memorial Park.

Why do you ride your bike?
Why do you ride a bike? Here's your chance to talk about why you ride.

Readers Answer: Finding a Great Deal on a Kid's Bike
Readers Answer: Hear from others on how they found a great deal on a kid's bike

Light up the night: effective tips for being seen on your bike in the dark
If you ride at night, you know the importance of being visible to other users on the road. Here are tips for increasing your visibility through lighting and reflective wear when you're riding your bike at night.

Animal Encounters on your Bike
Having a dog or deer or other animal jump out in front of you as you ride can be scary. Here's what people have done in that situation.

Why do you ride your bike?
Why do you ride a bike? Here's your chance to talk about why you ride.

Why do you ride your bike?
Why do you ride a bike? Here's your chance to talk about why you ride.

Why do you ride your bike?
Why do you ride a bike? Here's your chance to talk about why you ride.

Clipless Pedals and Falling Over
It's a rite of passage for cyclists. When you get your first pair of clipless pedals, just bet that it'll happen to you too. At some point in the early

Celebrate National Bike Month - Get Started on Biking
National Bike Month is a great time to start riding

Protective Case for Your Electronics: Review of the Otterbox Phone Case
If you ride a bike and carry a phone, chances are that this combination of activities will cause you to drop your phone, and usually in a time and place

Simple Steps Add Up - Make Maintenance Convenient and Easy
Wet. That's what a lot of my riding seems to be lately. Winter's last gasp (hopefully) means the tail end of melting snow and but now we're moving into

Recall on 2008 and 2009 Specialized Globe bikes
12,000 Specialized Globe bikes from 2008 and 2009 model years are being recalled.

Review: Craft Storm Cycling/Running Tights
20 degrees and time to ride? Here's a review of the Craft Storm tights for cold weather cycling or running.

Craft Storm Tights Offer Versatility for Year-Round Cycling, Running
Review: Storm cold weather running/cycling tights by Craft

Bike Racing in the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games
Olympic Cycling - all about road racing, track racing, mountain biking and BMX at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

Bike Racing at the 2012 London Olympics - all about Olympic Cycling at the 2012 London Olympic Games
Here is a complete collection of information about bike racing at the 2012 London Olympic Games

U.S. Cyclists Arrive in Beijing Airport Wearing Anti-Smog Masks
Reuters is reporting that members of the American cycling team arrived today at the Beijing airport wearing black breathing masks, apparently in an attempt

Eggbeaters vs. Candy pedals by Crank Brothers
Eggbeaters vs. Candy pedals. Both by Crank Brothers. Which do you use? Which are better? Share your response or find out what others say.

Chrome Shins Knickers Review
Chrome's Shins knickers reviewed. A review of the Shins knickers made by Chrome.

Ozon bib cycling shorts review - A review of the Ozon bib cycling shorts by Gore Bike Wear
Want to know what we think of the Ozon bib shorts by Gore Bike Wear? Check out our review of the Ozon bib cycling shorts by Gore Bike Wear.

Review of Black Baggy Canari Canyon Gel Cycling Shorts
Review of Canyon Gel Black Baggy Cycling Shorts by Canari

Review of the H-Flexx Bib Shorts by Louis Garneau
This is a review of the H-Flexx Bib Shorts made by Louis Garneau.

Joneswares Wool Pants - Review of Trek and Urban Wool Pants by Joneswares
Joneswares Wool Pants - Review of Trek and Urban Wool Pants by Joneswares

Boure Thermal Bib Tights/Knickers Review - A Review of the Thermal Bib Tights/Knickers by Boure
Here's a review of the Boure Thermal Bib Knickers, a snazzy piece of cycling wear.

Review - Performance Century bike shorts - a review of the Century bike shorts by Performance
Here's a review of the Century bike shorts by Performance Bike, an entry level pair of bicycle shorts offered by Performance Bicycle.

Bike shorts reviews - reviews of bike shorts, bibs, pants and bottoms
Bike shorts reviews - here are reviews of bike shorts, bibs, pants and bottoms

Bike shorts - which are better? Bibs vs regular bike shorts.
Bike shorts - which are better? Bibs vs regular bike shorts. Read here what readers prefer.

Here's Why You Check Your Bike Frame Occasionally
Inspect your frame for signs of stress or damage

Taking Your Bike on a Plane Trip - What'll It Cost Me?
How Much Does it Cost to Take a Bike on a Plane? Baggage Costs with Different Airlines

Archive


A Cyclist Takes on Marathoning
Trading a Bike for Running Shoes - a Cyclist's Take on Doing a Marathon

New Movie featuring Lance and the Leadville Trail 100 mile Mountain Bike Race Coming 10/22
On Thursday, Oct. 22nd, you can follow the most intense cyclists -- including seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong in Race Across the Sky -

Getting Started on Bike Commuting
With gas prices going up and increasing awareness of the environmental and health benefits cycling offers, you've certainly heard talk about more people

Bicycling - the New Golf for Making Business Connections?
Business people are finding bikes a good way to network and connect

Slime tube sealant
Have you used Slime tube sealant? What's your opinion? Share your thoughts with others or hear their experiences.

Best Songs About Bikes and Biking - Name Your Favorite
Let's face it - there aren't zillions of songs out there about riding bikes. Sure, Queen had I Want to Ride My Bicycle and there's Bicycle Built for Two

Fort Collins Bike Brewery Tour - Tour Ft. Collins Breweries by Bike
a guide to a bike tour that takes you stop-by-stop through five microbreweries in Fort Collins, Colorado

DZR Strasse bike shoe review - a review of the Strasse shoe by DZR.
This is a review of the DZR Strasse bike shoe, designed to feel good and look good both on and off the bike. Designed by DZR to be at home whether you're walking or riding, the Strasse features a unique cut-out sole that allows for normal walking even when though they are fully functional bike shoes.

Organized Bike Events
One of the most enjoyable aspects of cycling is riding with others. Find out more here about organized bike events - everything from connecting to a bike club to participating in charity rides or multi-day events.

The Bike Life
No matter where you ride, you know that bicycling has a cool feel all its own. Learn more about the Bike Life here with explorations of bike culture and advocacy, how cycling is represented in the media, the history of cycling and a look at where bicycling is likely to be in the future.

This Seemed Like a Good Idea Three Months Ago: Running a Marathon from a Cyclist's Perspective
This Seemed Like a Good Idea Three Months Ago: Running a Marathon from a Cyclist's Perspective - a cyclist turns in his bike for running shoes. Hear what he learns along the way in training for a marathon

Black Eye Pistola Reviewed - a Review of the Black Eye Pistola BMX bike
Black Eye Pistola BMX bike - Here's a review of the Black Eye Pistola BMX bike.

Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer Breaks Shoulder in Bike Crash Today
Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer Crashed His Bike on the National Mall

WD-40: Not Good For Your Chain
Seems like just about everybody has a can of WD-40 out in the garage. Great for freeing sticky metal parts and rusted nuts and bolts, I remember seeing my

VOmax Pro Team Logo Bike Jerseys - NBA, NHL, MLB
The major league baseball season opens this week.  Both pro hockey and pro basketball go to the playoffs soon.  It's a great time of year if you're a sports

Popular Paris Bike Rental Spawns Spinoff Programs
Have you heard about Vélib? Debuting in Paris in July 2007, Vélib is a an inexpensive, convenient way for residents and visitors alike to use rental bikes

12g vs 16g CO2 cartridges
A look at 12-gram vs 16-gram CO2 cartridges.

Training and Fitness
Find out more here about training techniques you can use to accomplish your fitness goals on a bike, and how a smart approach to your nutrition will make you feel better and ride better.

How Usable are Those Trail-a-Bikes for Kids?
Trail-a-bike for kids: how hard are they to use?

Survival Straps - Worth Carrying on a Long Ride?
Survival Straps wristband can bail out a cyclist on the road needing emergency repairs

A Visual Aid: Bike Commuting is Fun
Here's a terrific little film (1 min, 39 secs) from New Belgium Brewing company that captures just why a jaunt on your bike to work or school can be such

Brown Goes Green: UPS uses bikes to augment holiday deliveries
The Santa Barbara News-Press reports that the local UPS hub turned to bicycle delivery when the full-press of the holiday season hit them last month. By

Building Up a Bike vs. Buying a Complete New One
Okay readers, here's your chance to share your opinion and expertise. I received the following email from a guy named Steve who is asking for advice on

Tired Ol' Belts - Recycling Bike Tires into Sweet Fashion Accessories
From Waste to Waist: Tired Ol' Belts makes belts from old bike tires

Bike Lubrication Tips - Share Your Tricks for Keeping Your Bike Lubricated and Running Smoothly
Want to know where your bike should be lubricated, and the best way to go about it? Read tips and tricks here from experienced cyclists and share pointers of your own.

Powered by the People! Stationary Bikes Provide Juice for Concert
Apparently we missed quite a time last month in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. There, a local band called Off the Grid with a Soulful Purpose performed a concert

Most Memorable Experience With a Bike Shop
If you've ever been in a bike shop, chances are you've had some memorable experience. Perhaps a staff person went out of their way to help you, or gave you some awesome advice. Share that story here, or read what others have to say.

Best Riding Songs
So I ditched work and went on a really long ride yesterday. Out in the country, low/no traffic roads - there were times when I went for an hour and saw no

Leadville 100 Movie -- "Race Across the Sky" -- Announces Second Showing
A couple of weeks ago, I blogged about the movie, Race Across the Sky which is the story of the Leadville Trail 100 mountain bike race that took place in

Folding Tandem Bikes
Folding tandem bikes - wow, what a great idea

Halloween Rules
Wore this home during my commute. Got lots of waves and thumbs up.

Mountain Biking at Comlara Park, Central Illinois
Comlara Park north of Bloomington-Nornal, Illinois is a great place to mountain bike.

One Last Great Thing - Book Review about Trek Bikes Founder Richard Burke
Book Review: One Last Great Thing - a profile of Trek founder Richard Burke, written by his son and current Trek president John

Buddy Bike: Unique Tandem Offers New Possibilities
Have you seen the Buddy Bike?  It's a tandem bicycle (bicycle for two) different from standard tandems in that the captain steers from the rear seat while

Final Weekend for the Tour de France
Wiggins looks good at the Final Weekend for the Tour de France

Bike Bags and Racks
Bike bags and bike racks. Here's the scoop on bags and racks to haul stuff on your bike. Reviews of the best products for your bicycle. What to get, what to avoid.

Bike Lights - Tail lights and Headlights for your Bicycle
Bike lights. If you're going to ride, especially at night, you want to be sure that you can be seen. Find out more here about tail lights and head lights for your bike, and the best ways to ensure that you get noticed on the road.

BMX in the Olympics - a guide to the Olympic BMX competition
Here's a look at the BMX events at the Olympics, a brand new event in Olympic cycling for 2008.

Olympic Cycling - Bicycling and Bike Racing at the Olympics
Olympic Cycling - all about bicycle racing events, including road, track, mountain biking and BMX at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

Olympic Cycling Results - Olympic Cycling Medalists
Results of Olympic bike events and list of bicycle racing champions - a list of past medal winners in Olympic cycling events.

Road Bike Racing at the Summer Olympics - Road Cycling Events at the Beijing Games
Here's your guide to the road cycling events taking place at the Summer Olympics. Find out more about road bike racing at the 2008 Summer Olympic games in Beijing.

Olympic Road Cycling Medalists - Medal Winners in Olympic Road Bike Racing
Here are lists of medal winners, men and women, in the road bike competition throughout Olympic history.

Tour de France 2007


Tour de France
The Tour de France is the world's premier bicycle race. Here is all the coverage on the Tour de France and information on riders and teams, standings, details on the route and stages and everything else related to the Tour de France.

Olympic Track Bike Medalists
Here are lists of medal winners throughout Olympic history in the track bike competition. See the Olympic champions for track bike racing events included in the 2008 summer games.

Cycling Jersey Reviews
Bike jersey reviews. Here are reviews of cycling jerseys of various sorts. The good, bad and the ugly. See our favorites and see which ones to stay away from.

Ride Guide: Great Places to Ride Your Bike
Looking for great places to ride your bike? Here is a collection of places our guide has ridden. Read current feedback, filled with candor and inside information on where to go and what to do on your bike.

Bike Reviews - Reviews of Bicycles
bike reviews - reviews of bicycles - get feedback, evaluation and opinion of the bikes on the market today. Top picks, best buys and bicycles to avoid.

Bike Safety Tips
Bike Safety Tips - Learn tips and tricks on how to enhance your safety when riding and increase your enjoyment on a bike.

Bike Size Guide
Bike Sizing can be a tricky deal. These articles will help you find the right size bike and then adjust it so that it fits you perfectly.

Bicycling Clothing Reviews
Want the straight scoop on the bicycling apparel products that are out there to make your bike riding more comfortable? Here are reviews of clothing for cyclists - shorts, jerseys, bibs, knickers, gloves and more.

Cycling for Families
Riding with kids adds a different dimension to bicycling. Learn here more about the different types of gear available to make the bike life easier with little ones.

Cheating - Drugs and Blood Doping in Professional Cycling
Cheating in Professional Cycling - learn the dark secrets of performance enhancing drugs and blood doping that plague professional cycling

Bicycle Equipment Reviews
Want the straight scoop on the biking equipment out there? Here are honest reviews of bicycle gear and accessories - pedals, lights, racks, speedometers and more. The good, the bad and the ugly.

Bicycling Definitions and Glossary - Bike Words Defined
This is an index of bicycling terms that provides definitions for a number of cycling-related words and phrases.

bike helmet reviews - helmets, hats and headwear for cyclists
bike helmet reviews - buyers guide and reviews of bicycle helmets, hats and headwear - see what's best on the market in protection for your head when you're riding your bike

Recall Information - Bikes and Bike Parts
Bicycles and bike components get recalled frequently for safety issues. A lot of information is scattered here and there and can be difficult to track. This list of recall information can tell you if your bike is a potential safety hazard.

Bike Tires, Tubes and Wheels
Maintenance and repair on bike tires, tubes and wheels, including spokes, rims and hubs. A collection of articles on bike tires, tubes and wheels.

Tour of Missouri
Tour of Missouri - a six stage, six hundred mile race that debuted in 2007. The inaugural run featured top U.S. and American teams, including Discovery Channel and 2007 Tour de France winner Alberto Contador and teammates Levi Leipheimer and George Hincapie.

Travel With Your Bike
One of the great things about cycling is seeing new places up close. Here you'll learn about great places to travel and explore with your bike, if a bike tour is right for you, and how to spend an entire vacation on your bike.

Bike gloves
Bike gloves - here are articles about bike gloves, including what they're for a reviews of specific types and styles of bike gloves.

Bike Pedals and Bike Shoes - Reviews and Recommendations - Buyer's Guide
Reviews - bike pedals and bike shoes. Here's the straight scoop on different pedals and bike shoes that might be interesting and useful to you in your own riding.

Cool weather riding
Riding in cool weather -- keep riding your bike all winter long with these tips and advice on equipment and dress to make your cold weather rides fun and safe.

How to . . . a guide to simple bike skills and techniques
Ever wondered

Bike racing
Explore the world of bike racing. Information on how to get involved with racing, plus profiles of the major pro riders and teams, plus a look at the biggest races on the professional bicycling tour.

Bicycling Advocacy
There are many issues that can affect cyclists. From

Equipment and Accessories for Your Bike
Want to know more about the best equipment and accessories to make your bike riding cool and comfortable? You've come to the right place for the straight scoop on clothes, tools, high-tech gadgets, racks and packs, extras for your bike and more.

Bike Repair and Maintenance
These pages give you the skinny on basic fixes you need to know to keep your bike running smooth. From routine maintenance to replacing and maintaining components, this should be your first stop when thinking about the various ways you can show a little TLC to your bike.

Competitive Cycling and You
Here's your chance to learn more about competitive cycling. Find out how to get started or browse more in-depth discussions of the strategy and technique unique to the different events.

Cycle Your Way to a Better Body
Lose weight through bicycling. Combine your riding with healthy eating and diet and nutrition tips to lose pounds and develop a lean and muscular body. Tips on how riding your bike can help with diet and weight loss.

Bike Riding Basics
Bike riding is a skill that is easily learned and not easily forgotten. But there are techniques involved in doing it well, in riding most gracefully and efficiently. Here you'll learn how to manage yourself and your bike in a variety of settings.

- By Category
An index of categories in the

Lance Armstrong
All about Lance Armstrong. Biography, links and information about Lance Armstrong.

Tour of California
Tour of California - a preview and profile of the Tour of California professional bicycle race

Weight Room Workouts to Improve Your Cycling
Strength-building exercises to make you stronger and faster on the bike. A guide to some great weight room workouts that help you improve your cycling by lifting weights.

Reader Stories: How Bicycling Changed My Life
How Bicycling Changed My Life - readers share stories about the profoundly positive impact riding a bike can have on a person

How Bicycling Changed My Life
How Bicycling Changed My Life - readers share stories about the profoundly positive impact riding a bike can have on a person

Reader Stories: Building up a Bike from Scratch vs Buying Complete
What's the best approach -- building up a bike yourself or buying a complete bike new. Read what approach others have taken and share your own.

Building up a Bike from Scratch vs Buying Complete
What's the best approach -- building up a bike yourself or buying a complete bike new. Read what approach others have taken and share your own.

Book Review: One Last Great Thing - A Story of a Father and a Son, a Story of a Life and a Legacy. Richard Burke/Trek Bicycles
This is a review of One Last Great Thing - A Story of a Father and a Son, a Story of a Life and a Legacy. A book about Richard Burke, founder of Trek Bicycles, written by his son John Burke, Trek's current president.

How to Do a Bike Rodeo - a Fabulous Activity for Kids
Bike Rodeos are a great, fun activity for kids which teaching bike skills and bike safety.

Dynohubs and dynamo generators for bikes - what's your experience?
Dynohubs and dynamo generators for bikes - what's you experience? Some cyclists use these bike mounted generators to create electricity from the turning of the wheels to power lights, etc. Have you used them? What's your experience? Share your thoughts and hear what others have to say.

Bike Touring Essentials - What You Have to Have Along With You on a Bike Tour
Going on a multi-day bike ride is different than just a trip around the block or even a day-long ride. The items you need are different and more specialized than just typical riding. Here's what experienced riders have found to be the kinds of things they have to have when bike touring to ensure success on the trip.

Wal-Mart Enters the High-End Bike Market
Bike Europe is reporting that retailing monster Wal-Mart is now selling a $1900 all carbon Italian road bike through its local stores. And sure enough, you

: Have You Ridden the Katy Trail? Share Your Opinion.>
Have you ridden the Katy Trail? At 240 miles, it is the longest rail-trail conversion in the United States. It's flat, scenic and perfect for bike touring. Share your experience or read stories from others who have ridden it.

Have You Ridden the Katy Trail? Share Your Opinion.
Have you ridden the Katy Trail? At 240 miles, it is the longest rail-trail conversion in the United States. It's flat, scenic and perfect for bike touring. Share your experience or read stories from others who have ridden it.

Pilates for Cyclists
Doing Pilates exercises can be of great benefit to cyclists

Best Way to Combine Two Hobbies
This is my friend Jeff.  He went scuba diving in the Grand Cayman Islands a couple weeks back.  About 50 feet down for no discernable reason, he found a

Bike Rodeo Activities
Bike rodeo activities - Games and activities that can be used in a bike rodeo

: Best bike helmet for the money>
What's the best bike helmet for the money? Readers suggest their favorites.

LeBron James - More than Basketball - a Cyclist in a BIG Way
LeBron James - More than Basketball - a Cyclist in a BIG Way

Different Kinds of Bikes: Pedaling to their own Beat
Some bikes just don't fit the mold. This article looks at recumbents, tandems and tricycles and talks about how they may be useful for people with different needs or preferences than offered by the most common types of bikes.

Pedaling to their own Beat - Alternative Bike Styles
Some bikes just don't fit the mold. This article looks at recumbents, tandems and tricycles and talks about how they may be useful for people with different needs or preferences than offered by the most common types of bikes.

Pedaling to their own Beat - Alternative Bike Styles
Some bikes just don't fit the mold. This article looks at recumbents, tandems and tricycles and talks about how they may be useful for people with different needs or preferences than offered by the most common types of bikes.

LeBron James - NBA superstar sure, but also a hero cyclist to many
LeBron James is known for his prowess on the basketball court. But did you know he also loves bikes? And especially as they can be used as a tool and motivator to reaching kids in the same sorts of inner-city communities as LeBron grew up in.

Spin Bike Review: ProForm Le Tour de France Generation 2 Indoor Cycle
Spin Bike Review: ProForm Le Tour de France Generation 2 Indoor Cycle

Bike Tour Packing List
Bike Tour Packing List - What to Take on a Multi-Day Ride

Fastest Speed on a Bike - See the Record-Setting Machine
Fastest Speed on a Bike - See the Record-Setting Machine ridden 120 miles per hour

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Ibex Fausto Jersey Reviewed
Recently I tried out the Fausto wool cycling jersey by Ibex. And I put it through its paces, taking it out on a bunch of short rides as well as several

Best Accessories for Bike Commuters - Nifty Equipment and Gear for Bike Commuters
Being a bicycle commuter can be a lot of fun. You're getting exercise, fresh air and saving on gas and the environment at the same time. Fortunately too, there are lots of nifty gadgets and gear to help your ride and make your commute all that more pleasant.

How to Train Like a Pro: Interview with Mountain Biker Teal Stetson-Lee
How to Train Like a Pro: Interview with Mountain Biker Teal Stetson-Lee

Review: ProForm Tour De France Bike Generation 2 Indoor Cycle
Thinking about getting the ProForm Le Tour de France Bike Generation 2? Read our review first and find out expert opinion and insight on the ProForm Tour De France Bike Generation 2 indoor cycle.

Review: Power Grips Pedal Straps
Power Grips Pedal Straps - an alternative to special bike shoes

Finding Stuff on the Ground
I was out riding this weekend and had to laugh. You know how you'll sometimes see CD's laying alongside the road? If you've ever picked one up, they're

When Fixies are Outlawed. . .
. . . only outlaws will have fixies, at least in Berlin, where the cops have recently started cracking down on fixed gear bikes, calling them a menace to

Review: Timex Ironman Run Trainer Watch with GPS and Heart Rate Monitor
Here's a review and description of the Timex Ironman Run Trainer Watch with GPS and Heart Rate Monitor.

Stars on bicycles - famous people riding bikes
Stars on bikes - here's an interesting collection of photos of famous people riding bicycles

Stars on bicycles - famous people riding bikes
Stars on bikes - here's an interesting collection of photos of famous people riding bicycles

British Politician Andrew Mitchell Gives Cyclists a Bad Name
UK Politician Andrew Mitchell insults cops, gives cyclists a bad name according to article in The Telegraph

Best Beer for Bicyclists
For many riders, bikes and beer drinking go hand-in-hand. Standing around at the end of a long ride, telling stories and having a cold one can be almost as

Review of the Springer - Dog Leash for Your Bike
Here's a review of the Springer, a device that allows your dog to trot alongside when you ride

You Know You're a Cyclist When . . .
There is nothing odd about having bikes in your living room You know every shortcut and every back road within 50 miles of your house You have tanned

Springer: Dog Leash for your Bike - a review
Here's a review of the Springer, a device that lets your dog run alongside you when you're riding your bike.

Best Online Sites to Sell Bikes and Bike Parts
Best Online Sites to Sell Bikes and Bike Parts - best websites to move your unneeded bike stuff

Selling Bikes or Bike Parts on the Internet: Be as Descriptive as Possible
2. Be as descriptive as possible -- providing information on manufacturer, serial number, specifications.

Selling Your Bike or Bike Parts on the Internet: Somebody wants your Stuff - Tips for Getting Top Dollar
How to Sell Your Bike or Bike Parts on the Internet: Tips for Getting Top Dollar

Selling Bike Parts on the Internet: Pictures are Worth 1,000 Words
4. Use photos - lots of 'em and close up - on the bike and off the bike

Selling Bike Parts on the Internet: Smart Pricing
How you price your item is naturally going to have a big impact on how quickly you are able to sell it.

Selling Bike Parts on the Internet: Tell it All - the Good, Bad and the Ugly
3. Be as descriptive as possible -- condition -- no pissed off people; removes their bartering strategy

Where to sell your stuff - best websites for selling bikes and bike parts
Where to sell your stuff - best websites for selling bikes and bike parts

Ride Guide: West Orange Trail in Orlando, Florida
Orlando's West Orange Trail is a great way to see the real Florida

Ride Guide: West Orange Bike Trail, Orlando, Florida
Here's a review and description of the West Orange Bike Trail in Orlando, Florida

Timex Ironman Run Trainer: a Runner's Watch that Works for Cyclists
Timex Ironman Run Trainer - a runner's watch that works for cycling

John Forester's Vehicular Cycling Being Reprinted
John Forester's Vehicular Cycling Being Reprinted

Craft Elite Bib Shorts
Review of the Elite Bib Shorts by Craft

Specialized Announces Recall of 12,200 Tarmac, Crux, and Secteur Bikes
Specialized and the CPSC announce recall of 12,200 bikes

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood Leaving
Ray LaHood, secretary for the U.S. Department of Transportion, leaving

How Bikes Make Cities Cool - Portland, Oregon
Kona has released a video showing how bikes make cities cool, featuring Portland, Oregon

Are You Planning Any Big Rides in 2013?
Are You Planning Any Big Rides in 2013?

New Bike Route Mapped Along "Way of American Genius"
A new bike route has been developed along scenic Missouri Highway 36

These Aren't Your Ordinary Bikes!
International Bike Fund has huge amazing list of hundreds of different bike manufacturers

U.S. Dept. of Transportation Secretary Says Bikes Are Not Transportation
Well, there's about probably some 10 percent to 20 percent of the current spending that is going to projects that really are not transportation, directly

Time Change and Riding in the Dark
Okay, so hopefully you've adjusted to the time change earlier this week. The extra hour of sunlight at night is great, but for me it means that I'm riding in

Teams Announced for April's Tour de Georgia
Race organizers announced Tuesday the riders and teams who will be competing in the Tour de Georgia, April 16-22. Americans Tom Danielson, Levi Leipheimer,

Hilly Road Ride
I was in Branson, Mo., over the weekend, the self-proclaimed Live Music Show Capital of the World. There's about 130 different shows there (and 13,000

Team Discovery's Brajkovic Wins Tour de Georgia
Janez Brajkovic, the 23-year-old Slovenian, took home the prize as overall winner in the weeklong Tour de Georgia that ended on Sunday. Brajkovic,

Canari Canyon Baggy Cycling Shorts
Though purists may insist that form fitting black tights are the only option for cycling, there are plenty of other riders who like baggy bike shorts for

SRAM Brake Recall
If you have these SRAM Force caliper brakes on your bike, look out. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a recall, saying the brakes

May is National Bike Month
Hurray for bikes! May is National Bike Month and to that end, the next bunch of days is chock full of great events and actitivites designed to promote

Five Quick Steps to Ensure Your Safety Each Time You Ride
Do you know what five critical items to check before you get on your bike? These simple inspections are quick and easy, but they are also the most

Free Subscription to New Magazine on "Practical Cycling"
A new magazine called The Practical Pedal will be launched this summer as a quarterly journal, aimed squarely at practical cyclists, a group of riders the

Top Five Reasons to Ride a Bike.
People ride bikes for many different reasons. My own epiphany came when I realized one day that being able to propel myself to any number of places under my

Riding in Traffic
Remember those oh-so-fun word problems in elementary school? Try this one and see how you do: There was a guy (okay, it was me) out riding his bike last

What's the Point of Bike Gloves?
What’s the point of cycling gloves? Somebody asked me that recently in that tone of voice that implied cycling gloves are one of those accessories that are

Cycling Team Suspends Tyler Hamilton
Yikes, what a mess for Tyler Hamilton and professional cycling. And there's no end in sight. Tinkoff Credit Systems announced in a press release on

Haulin' Yer Junk Around
Sometimes when you're riding, you've got stuff to tote. Groceries, books, your mother-in-law, whatever. And there are a lot of options, including racks,

Friday is National Bike-to-Work Day
Friday, May 18th, 2007 is designated as National Bike-to-Work Day, and the League of American Bicyclists has put together a great collection of resources with

Bikes with Automatic Shifting
Have you ever known someone who had trouble working the gears on a bike? Well, to counter that, several of the major bike makers – Trek, Raleigh America and

What Else Is There To Say?
This seems like something that should be in the Ripley's Believe It or Not museum. From the Capital Times in Madison, Wisconsin: A delivery truck

Jan Ullrich and Syndrome - Separated at Birth?
Jan Ullrich: German bike racer. Syndrome: Villain from The Incredibles Separated at birth? You be the judge. Click on the photo to see the full-sized

Bike Repair 101: Fix a Flat Tire
Bike Repair 101: Fix a Flat Tire

Your Advice Needed
I received the following question from a reader today: I was wondering if you could help me. I am doing a charity cycle ride in September from London

Selecting the Right Bike for You
I have a friend who recently bought a mountain bike. He apparently received little guidance from the salesman at the bike shop because a mountain bike is

Too Many Big Macs?
Just as I started off to work yesterday - BAM! The bolt broke that mounts my seat to the seat post. Snapped clean in two and the seat went clattering to

New Film Coming on Graeme Obree - "The Flying Scotsman"
I'm sure there have been some good bicycling movies since Breaking Away in 1979, but I can't think of too many. I don't count Quicksilver, with Kevin Bacon.

Most Secure Bikes
If you are ever worried about your bike getting swiped while it is left unattended, here are a couple of options for keeping it secure.

How Cross-Training Can Help You on the Bike
In addition to riding my bike, I run a bit as well. I'm definitely a back-of-the-pack, huff-and-puff kind of guy, but it's another way to keep in shape

Rock Stars on Wheels
Maybe you’re familiar with Peter Gabriel. He was lead singer for the band Genesis from 1967-1975, preceding Phil Collins. He has been successful as a solo

Bike Routes and Mapping Websites
Don't know about you, but looking for new places to go on the bike is almost as much fun for me as being out there pushing the pedals. I love planning

Bike Touring on the Cheap
If you've ever wanted to give bicycle touring a try, but felt deterred by the cash you'd need to lay out for a nice bike, panniers, racks, clothing and

Ivan Basso Draws Two Year Suspension
Ivan Basso, who won the 2006 Giro d'Italia and placed second in the 2005 Tour de France, has been suspended for two years because of his involvement in the

Quite Possibly the Coolest Thing Ever
Ever dreamed of being a bike designer? This site allows you to create your own bike from scratch. First, you choose a frame from nearly 50 styles, then go

Love to Do It Yourself?
Here's a guide to a whole bunch of do-it-yourself bike projects. Some are pretty far out there (such as the plans for a bicycle powered by compressed air -

Art? A Bike Rack? Or both?
Bike rack? Art? Or both? Check out this piece of urban art that doubles as a bike rack. It's a very cool optical illusion that views differently from

Ozon bib shorts by GORE BIKE WEAR
I had a chance to try out the Ozon bib shorts by GORE BIKE WEAR over the past couple of months. I used them for road riding around town, as well as a couple of

Le Grand Depart: Tour de France Starts in London July 7
The Tour de France starts Saturday July 7th, opening for the first time in London. I think this is a terrific idea, and the Londoners apparently do too,

Riders to Watch in the Tour de France
Okay, race fans. I'm sitting here with my official Tour de France scarf, goggles and cycling helmet, ready for the race to start. Got your favorite

Prologue Results - Tour de France
Well, the first day of the Tour de France is done. Team CSC's Fabian Cancellara brought the fire, finishing nearly 13 seconds in front of second place

Robbie the Rocket: Tour de France - Stage One
Wow. Somebody needs to check Robbie McEwen's bike for rockets strapped on to the frame. That's the only way to explain how he shot from behind a bunch of

Crashing the Party: Tour de France - Stage 2
Well, Stage 2 is in the books and so far this is turning out to be the Tour de Crash. A spectacular wreck in the final stretch created a gigantic pile-up

Video: Bike Riding Bunnies and More
A break from the Tour de France for a moment. Indie UK band Bat for Lashes has just released a video for the song called What's a Girl to Do? That in

Stage Five in the Books - Cancellara Still Leading
Stage Five of the Tour de France is now in the books, with Italian Filippo Pozzato (Liquigas) coming in front in today's 182.2 km ride from Chablis to Autun.

T-Mobile's Linus Gerdemann Takes Tour de France Lead
The leader's yellow jersey in the Tour de France is now being worn by Germany's Linus Gerdemann (T-Mobile) after a Stage 7 win on Bastille Day, Sat. July

Rest Day on the Tour de France
Today is a rest day on the Tour de France, so no race updates to bring your way. Tomorrow the ride continues with Stage 9 (159.5km) from Val-d'Isère to

Stage Ten - Cedric Vasseur Takes the Win; Rasmussen Still on Top
Frenchman Cedric Vasseur of Quick Step - Innergetic won Stage 10 of the 2007 Tour de France today, with a win in the 229.5km leg from Tallard to Marseille.

Interesting Article in the NYT: For Cyclists, Fit Doesn't Necessarily Mean Thin
The New York Times has an interesting article in its health section about cyclists, and how being a fit cyclist doesn't necessarily mean being skinny. The

Pilates for Cyclists
Ever see a cyclist who has legs busting with muscles, but an upper body that looks like it's made from toothpicks? One of the hazards, if you can call it

Rasmussen Pulled From Tour; Vinokourov Tests Positive for Doping; Astana Withdraws From Tour
When it comes to broken promises and failed attempts at coming clean, Lindsay Lohan has nothing on professional cycling. This was to be the new Tour

Job Opportunity: Safe Routes to School Program Associate
If you're interested in making our communities safer and easier places for kids to walk and bike to school, this might be an ideal opportunity for you. The

The Danger of Being Right-Handed
Okay - quick. When you reach down for your water bottle to take a drink when riding, what hand do you use? If you're like 90% of the population, you

It's Green Lights All the Way for Cyclists - In Amsterdam, At Least
Start. Pedal. Red light. Stop. Start. Pedal. Red light. Stop. Sound familiar? To counter this frustration with frequent stops, officials with

Why Bicyclists Hate Stops
Our previous post talked about an experiment in Amsterdam where traffic signals were timed for cyclists and not automobiles, increasing average cyclist speed

Thule Announces Recall of Popular Bike Racks
Thule Corporation has announced the recall of three popular models of hitch-mounted bicycle carriers due to a pinch point problem that could potentially take

From the "Huh?" Department: This Just In
The Hyperbike - as fast as a car. From the website: www.hyperbike.info The operator of a Hyperbike uses a total-body climbing, swim-like motion

Discovery Channel Professional Cycling Team to Fold at End of Season
The Discovery Channel Pro Cycling Team, which counted 2007 Tour de France winner Alberto Contador along with Levi Leipheimer and Yaroslav Popovych (third and

Ever Seen a Wooden Bike?
When I first heard about a bicycle made out of wood, I pictured something that looked a bit like a Conestoga wagon - clunky and hardly attractive. But Jens

My Weekend Project - Single Speed Conversion
Over the weekend, I converted an old 12-speed Raleigh into a single speed bike, primarily to use in my commute. Why would a person want to get rid of all

These Jerseys ROCK
What happens when you cross rock & roll with cycling? To find out, just take a look at the line of rock jerseys offered by Primal Wear. Zepplin, the

QBP Rolls Out New Civia Line
QBP, the largest distributor of parts and accessories in the bike industry, is rolling out a new line of bikes called Civia, designed specifically for

Big Names in the Tour of Missouri
Tour de France winner Alberto Contador and his Discovery Channel teammates George Hincapie and Levi Leipheimer, who took third in the TdF, are among the

How's That For Customer Service!
Below is an email that was posted to a cycling listserv I subscribe to. I don't know John Neugent nor have any affliation with Neuvation Wheels, but was just

New Attempt to Break Speed Record for Solo Ride Around the World
Scotsman Mark Beaumont set off last month from Paris on the first leg of a solo bicycle trip around the world that, if it goes like planned, will total

If You Ride a Bike, It's Gotta Be Because You’re Either Poor, a Drunk or Just Plain Weird.
Here's an interesting commentary by a guy named Alan Durning from Grist Magazine, a collection of environment news and commentary based in Seattle. He writes

George Hincapie Wins Tour of Missouri
George Hincapie sent Discovery Channel out in style on their last ride, taking the title of overall first place rider in the inaugural Tour of Missouri. “I

When Man's Best Friend . . . Isn't
If you've ridden a bike more than three times in your life, you've probably been barked at or chased by a dog. It's one of those realities that we as

Landis' Guilty Verdict Upheld
Floyd Landis, the 2006 Tour de France winner who lost his crown after positive drug test results came back from a screening taken during the Tour, had his

Easy Riding on a Recumbent
Ever think about trying out a recumbent bike? Recumbent bikes are ones where the rider sits lower and behind the pedals, almost like what you'd get if you

Bicycling Haiku
Climbing There was a time, son When hills like these were my friends. Ford was president. One more: Bonking Thirty miles remain four dimes and

Humana Starts Bike Sharing Program for Employees
Humana, a healthcare company that employs 8,500 people in downtown Louisville, Kentucky, has started a bike-sharing program called Freewheelin for its

Cycling in Germany: The Perfect Place to Ride a Bike
If you've ever thought about riding in Europe, About.com's Guide to Germany, Michele Hartley, has a terrific collection of resources and links to all types

Pedalite Pedals Coming to North American Market
If you're interested in ways to make yourself safer and more visible on the bike, you'll want to check out Pedalite pedals. Sold in Europe for almost a

What's In Your Bike Bag?
Here's a question for you: What five things are there in your bike bag that you absolutely won't go riding without? We'll take an informal survey and

Knickers Review: Shins Knickers Made By Chrome
Want to get yourself an instant dose of hip? Then check out the knickers made by Chrome Transport of San Francisco. Known for its gear and apparel made

Pulling a Kid Trailer Can Keep You Safer - Even With No Kids Inside
Several people I know have found that pulling a trailer with flag like you'd haul kids in behind their bike makes cars seem to pass them more slowly and

Counterproductive
Okay, we're having some fun with photo captions. Submit your suggested caption for this photo in the comment section below. Click on the image for a

Race Number Windbreaker
Ever wonder what to do with your race number when the event is over? You want to hold on to the glory however you can. Mine are tacked up on the wall of

Wait! Bikes Really ARE Transportation - DOT Secretary Mary Peters Now Says
As you might recall, in an earlier post we talked about how in an August interview on PBS, US Department of Transportation Secretary Mary Peters said that

Ever Race a Tractor?
Something funny happened to me as I was riding to work the other day. Part of my route takes me on a busy four-lane road with nice broad shoulders. On this

What Is Cyclocross?
Ever hear of Cyclocross? A good description is a bike race mixed with steeplechase. In cyclocross, riders race laps around a short course that usually

Be Careful With The Time Change
An Associated Press article that appeared this weekend highlights a Carnegie Mellon study that ties the time change (not just earlier darkness) with higher

Cranksgiving - Food Drive on Two Wheels
Thanksgiving is November 22nd in the U.S. this year, and that means Cranksgiving just around the corner. What is Cranksgiving you ask? Mix a food drive for

Ten Best Bike Jokes of All Time
Here are the ten best bicycle jokes of all time. These are all clean enough that I'd tell them to my mother. Read 'em and weep. Or however that saying

Bikes Belong Rolls Out New Ad Campaign
Bikes Belong, a coalition of groups working to put more people on bikes more often, is rolling out a new ad campaign that you'll likely see over the next

Lance Rides Singletrack in Classic Nike Ad
Maybe you remember this classic Nike enjoy the weather ad that features Lance doing some rugged single track on his road bike, and ditching a whole bunch

Maintaining Proper Tire Pressure - How Glamorous!
Keeping the right amount of air in your tires is one of the most important (and most frequently overlooked) aspects of basic bicycle maintenance. By

How to Converse with Non-Cyclists
With the holidays a-comin' you're likely to find yourself making the rounds of festive gatherings, making small talk with people you barely know. Many of

Top Gifts for Cyclists Under $25 Bucks
So you're looking for a gift for a bicyclist, but don't want to drop a fortune? Well, for some terrific ideas -- and all under $25 -- you need look no

Adventure Cycling Association Announces 2008 Tours
The Adventure Cycling Association has released its list of tours for 2008. You'll find 44 different tours -- both supported and self-contained -- rolling

Man on Bike Arrested in Hotel Hallway
This story raises more questions than could possibly be answered . . . Short version: a woman found a naked guy in her hotel room. He ran out into the

Missouri's Katy Trail to be Extended Almost 50 Miles
The Katy Trail, a rails-to-trail conversion that stretches some 225 miles across Missouri, looks like it's going to pick up nearly 50 more miles in the

Dear Santa . . .
Dear Santa, I know you get lots of mail this time of year, but I wanted to add just one more letter to your load. You see, I just figured out what I

Louis Garneau Fusion 3-in-1 Gloves
Brrr. Temp this morning was 25 degrees (F) when I set out on the AM commute, which was more like 10-15 deg with wind chill. What's that in Celcius

Tour de Georgia Venues Announced for 2008
Organizers of the Tour de Georgia (April 21-27) have announced stage locations for the 2008 race. The race is one of the top three pro stage events in

Why Is It So Hard To Find a Decent Bike For Kids?
I have a nine-year-old son. Lately I've been trying to find him a new bike. The BMX he was riding, inherited from a neighbor kid, just died a long overdue

Essential Gear for Bike Commuters
If you plan to ride your bike regularly to work or school, certain things make it a safe, comfortable, convenient ride. Having the right gear for bike

Let Susan B. Anthony Tell You What She Thinks Of Bicycling
Let me tell you what I think of bicycling. I think it has done more to emancipate women than anything else in the world. It gives women a feeling of freedom

Bike Chain Key Ring - Fun and Easy to Make
So you like to accessorize your wardrobe with leftover bike parts when possible? Well, you're in luck today. You can show the world your love for

The Bike Racks of Los Angeles
The good people at Bicycle Fixation have recently posted a colorful collection of photos showing some of LA's more interesting bike racks. From Richard

Welcome to the Family, Gary Fisher Dolph
We have a new arrival to announce at the Fiedler house, a bouncing boy's BMX bike, Gary Fisher Dolph. As you may recall, my son's old bike conked out

2008 U.S. National Racing Calendar Announced
USA Cycling has announced its racing calendar for 2008, with 35 races featuring $1.2 million in prize money. The season kicks off February 19 with the

Santas on Bikes: Ho Ho Ho, Pedal Pedal Pedal
From Chicago's Santa Winter Rampage, Sat. Dec. 15, 2007. Part of all the fun at BikeWinter Chicago Image: (c) Don Sorsa

How Did You Start Commuting By Bike?
I'm always curious what it takes for a person to make that first commute by bike, that first trip on two wheels from home to work or school, something that

No Bike Parking? - No Problem
December 25, 2007. 11-year-old Eli Karabell refuels at a Phillips 66 gas station at Broadway and Russell in south St. Louis. Says photographer and Eli's

New Year's Resolutions
Are you making any resolutions about things to do differently or better in the new year? Here are my resolutions related to cycling in 2008: Ride my

Congressman on a Bike - a D.C. Novelty
Here's an interesting article from the Wall Street Journal about Earl Blumenauer, a Democrat in the U.S. House of Representatives from Oregon who usually

Your Spokes - Ain't No Jokes
The way I've got it figured, your spokes are kind of like the doorknobs at your place. You know they're there. You see them all the time and they get used

No Bike Parking? - No Problem, Part II
So let's say you're out on your bike and need to stop and take care of some business. Maybe it's the bank, or the library or the pharmacy. There's nowhere

BMX Racing Coming To Beijing Olympics
Did you know that BMX racing is making its debut as an Olympic event at the 2008 Games this summer in Beijing? 48 of the world's best racers, both male and

More Bikes Than Cars Sold in Australia in 2007
Australia's Cycling Promotion Fund released a report this week showing bicycles outsold automobiles down under by nearly 50% in 2007, with 1.47 million

Sugoi Shelby Jersey Reviewed
Looking for a nice cool weather cycling jersey? Then you'll want to include the Shelby jersey by Sugoi in your short list for consideration. Sugoi (which by

USA Cycling Announces 2008 Pro Tour
Now in its second season, the schedule for the USA Cycling Pro Tour has been announced for 2008. 16 total races are planned in a busy calendar that holds 44

Ciclovia - Carfree Streets Every Sunday in Bogota, Colombia
Did you know that for seven hours every Sunday in Bogotá, Colombia, the city closes down over 70 miles of streets to cars? You'll want to check out this

I Hereby Declare January 26th to be International Kirkpatrick MacMillan Day
People, be jubilant! Kirkpatrick MacMillan Day is coming. I hereby declare January 26th to be international Kirkpatrick MacMillan Day I can just see it

Call For Submissions for Bicycle Film Festival
Love bikes? Love filmmaking? Have I got a deal for you. The Bicycle Film Festival has out a call for submissions for entries in the 2008 festival, with a

Round-the-World Cyclist Nearing Goal
You may recall that I posted here last September about Scottish cyclist Mark Beaumont, who was departing Paris in the first stage of an attempted 18,000 mile

17 Pro Teams from USA to Compete in 2008 UCI Racing
17 pro teams from the USA will take the field to compete in UCI sanctioned racing in 2008, USA Cycling announced earlier this month. That list includes 14

Bicyclists Band Together To Catch Hit-and-Run Drivers
St. Louis cyclists are mad as heck, and they're not going to take it any more. Fed up with riders being struck by hit-and-run drivers -- including a pair

Bike Path Etiquette According to Dear Abby
Dear Abby had a bunch of letters in her column one day this week about bike path etiquette. Don't know if ol' Abby is a cyclist or not, but she sure seemed

Border Patrol Catches Drug "Pedalers"
From the newswire. . . Last month U.S. Border Patrol agents nabbed two Mexicans smuggling bundles of marijuana as they tried to sneak into the States carrying

DKNY Marketing Campaign Co-opts Ghost Bikes
If you're familiar with Ghost Bikes, those impromptu memorials that pop up to mark places where bicyclists have been struck by cars, then you can understand

Is There Anything Lance Can't Do?
Officials with the 2008 Boston Marathon have confirmed that Lance Armstrong will be competing in the April 21 event, considered one of the world's

2008 Amgen Tour of California Kicks Off Sunday, Feb 17
Top level professional racing returns to the United States on Sunday as the Amgen Tour of California kicks off the 2008 season, and I couldn't be more

Bike Tire Basics
If you're looking forward to getting your bike out after a long hiatus, don't forget to take a few minutes to inspect your tires. Here's what to look for:

Sugoi Wallaroo Wool Cycling Top Reviewed
Lately, in a valiant and mostly-successful effort to ward off the late winter chill, I've been wearing around the Wallaroo wool cycling top by Sugoi