• Created on 10/10/10 by GrantBooth

  Don't ever forget that there is a mountainous and human ethical code which forces you to behave in a certain way when you are in the middle of nature. Being on the bicycle, you indirectly become the representative of a new generation which wants something better, which wants a healthier and a cleaner environment. An old saying advised everyone to kill nothing but time when they are in the middle of nature, to take nothing but photos, to leave nothing but their footprints and to change nothing but themselves.   A cycling tour is an extremely satisfying... read more

• Created on 10/14/10 by articlebot

  Developed in the late 1800's, the tandem bicycle is a one that is made for more than rider. The riders are seated in a front to back fashion, one behind the other. Commonly known as the bicycle built for two, some tandem bikes accommodate more than two people. Several can accommodate as many as four riders at one time. When out on the beach, kids are often overjoyed to see one, as they are a site to behold. Often used as a beach cruiser, many tourists seem to enjoy riding this kind of bike for sight-seeing.   Used tandem bikes are a great option to think about... read more

• Created on 10/10/10 by articlebot

  There is no point in repeating the fact that there are so many benefits to be derived from a fit and healthy looking body. It isn't enough for you to look healthy because you need to be healthy from the inside. The major way of being healthy is having the appropriate body weight ugly fat that usually tends to make us look unhealthy and unfit. The social benefits of looking trim aren't as much valuable as the healthy effects it has in the body system, generally.   For those that are on the fat side, there is no need to keep looking for fast weight loss... read more

• Created on 10/10/10 by articlebot

  With the many modes of transportation today and the myriad of exercise activities available, some wonder why an adult would spend hours just riding a bicycle. Is bike riding too "childish" an activity? Pedaling takes work, and it can feel painful and slow, so why bother? Believe it or not, riding a bike will enhance your health and well-being if you give it a try! Here are 10 compelling reasons you can enjoy cycling.   1. Cycling is good for your heart. This activity is rated second only to running among popular types of exercise, a very well-rounded... read more

• Created on 10/19/10 by articlebot

  There are different ways of doing the climbings on your bike. An inexperienced biker will feel a bit desperate, trying to survive until the end. On the other side, an experienced biker, who is calculated, follows their competitors and beats them in the end. Here are a few basic pieces of information on bike riding.   First of all, lower your heel. In order to understand this technique, just move the leg in the maximum pedalling position until it is straight and then lower the heel as much as possible. You will feel a tension in the lower part of your leg.... read more

• Created on 11/12/10 by Bellwether

Reposted from PEZ Cycling News   Bellwether Clothing: Not What You Think It Is Monday, May 24, 2010  10:25:25 AM PT by Charles Manantan     Cycle clothing tech has arguably become the tightest game in town (competition, not fit...) Bellwether have decided to play harder and a brand once easily dismissed by Pez have given us a surprise. So let your mind drift back a decade plus… Think back to a time when the only thing more day glow than a pro rider’s jersey was very likely his urine sample… A time when pink wasn't... read more

• Created on 10/25/10 by articlebot

  If you’ve been in this sport for long, you’ve probably seen it happen. An enthusiastic person shows up for his (or her) first ride with the local club. He’s a bit intimidated by the lingo he overhears, but that’s nothing compared to his anxiety about what to do and how to do it once the ride gets underway. Before long he’s trailing behind, spooked by the interplay of bike wheels and feeling as wanted as an IRS agent in a Super Bowl pool.   Do you think this guy will be back for another ride next weekend? Not likely.   It’s unfortunate, but experienced... read more

• Created on 10/23/10 by articlebot

  For any cyclist, whether you are a beginner or a pro, you need regular road bike training exercises in order for you to stay in shape and to improve your cycling performance. There are several things that you need to take into consideration when training so as to effectively improve your cycling performance. Here are some tips to consider when training:   1. Follow a specific plan consistently   It is important that you follow a specific road bike training exercise consistently and regularly. This will help you to focus your training and help you to improve... read more

• Created on 10/19/10 by articlebot

  Once the hot weather comes, the time for pedalling also comes. The long bike rides also come back, but so does the knee pain. There are four things which stand at the basis of these injuries.   First of all, you should be patient and think that there is enough time for you to become fit. If you want to pedal right, you have to listen to your body. There are a lot of cyclists who make great efforts and even get injured without making any progress and this happens because they don't pay attention to the signals sent by their body.   Then, you have to keep the... read more

• Created on 11/11/10 by articlebot

  Many people like to ride a bike out of pure enjoyment and will look forward to a leisurely ride on occasion. However, there are many other reasons you may wish to ride a bike and several benefits both to your body and lifestyle. Here are the top five:   1. Cycling saves money  For those of you who are feeling the effects of the current credit crunch may be looking into ways to save money. By cutting out some of the big expenses you pay out during the month such as a wasted gym membership, you may be saving small amounts. However it is the everyday costs,... read more