Most of us ride bikes for many reasons—fun, health, community—and many of us also cycle because we want to do our bit to preserve our planet. This post reminds us all of the potential consequences if we fail to care for our planet. This post is reproduced with the permission of The Conversation. The authors are C. Lyon, Dunhill, A., Beckerman, A.P., Burke, A., Allen, B., … [Read more...]
How To Clean Your Bike Chain the Easy Way
Here is a really easy way to keep your bike chain clean and working well. Bike chains need to be kept clean and lubed to keep your gears working smoothly. But the good news is that regular light maintenance will keep your bike in great shape. This post with videos shows the quick and easy way to clean your bike chain, and keep it lubed too. Please note that as an … [Read more...]
Top 10 Tips to Not Get Hit by a Car on Your Bike
Here is an excellent post by Michael Bluejay about bike safety, with 10 excellent tips on how NOT to get hit with a car by a motorist. It is reprinted here with kind permission. Even after decades of cycling, I learned some new tips from this great article. Important lessons in Bike Safety by Michael Bluejay Read the original article and other bike safety articles at … [Read more...]
Garmin HRM Dual vs Wahoo TRACKR Heart Rate Monitors: The Ultimate Heart Rate Monitor Showdown for Cyclists
Here’s our in-depth comparison between the Garmin HRM Dual Heart Rate Monitor vs. Wahoo TRACKR. For many of us, the choice of heart rate monitor comes down to whether we prefer Garmin or Wahoo. Both companies offer justifiably popular heart rate monitors. The TRACKR is an upgrade to the Wahoo TICKR, which has been a trusted favorite for many cyclists for many years. If you're … [Read more...]
The 7 Biggest Mistakes People Make When They Try to Start Bike Commuting
Here are the top 7 most common mistakes that people make when they try to start bike commuting. Many people start bike commuting - and then quickly give up because it just does not work out. That's not because they can't do it - it's just because they make some beginner mistakes. Bike commuting is a great way to keep fit year round. Trust me, becoming a bike commuter is one … [Read more...]





