Bicycling

We well I first bought my Trek I really had no plans on riding a century, just got it to commute to and from work. Then I pretty much fell in love with riding and wanted to challenge myself so 4...

There are many reasons to ride your bicycle to work. You can get great exercise, fresh air and save money commuting. It is easier to do than you think. All it takes is a little planning.

Do you want to increase your cycling power and strength? Do you experience low back pain halfway through your ride? Do you experience a decrease in power when pedaling uphill or an overall...

If you are contemplating bicycling across America, there are some important things to be aware of before setting out on this challenging but rewarding journey. The steps below will guide you in...

Biking with your kids on board is a fun, healthy, frugal and environmentally friendly way to fit and get around. This eHow discusses the pros and cons of the various types of bikes and attachments...

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This is a trick u do on a bicycle before u do on a motorcycle XD. To do this u really need the balls to do it and the knowledge to not mess it up. This is also probally one of the fastest braking...

This article is about power sliding on a bicycle which gives u a much more powerful stopping capability. Learning to do this will give u a much faster stop especially if u have to stop very quick...

Finding a good inner tube can be difficult, especially since "inner tube" can refer to a bicycle inner tube, or it can refer to the big rubber tubes you use to float lazily down a river....

A great way to gauge your intensity levels while training is to use the talking test, where easy riding allows for complete conversation, moderate riding allows a few sentences at a time and...

As more and more people take up cycling many become interested in completing the cycling equivalent of running a marathon, that is, signing up for a century to cycle 100 miles in one day. However,...

Bike races are a lot like math tests; you can’t cram for a math test and you can’t cram for a bike race. But just as you want to sharpen your pencil and make sure your slide-rule’s oiled before...

Are you looking to sell your bike for free? Selling your used bike for free means finding places online or locally to advertise your bike for sale that are free. If you sell your bike for free,...

You need a ride. The two wheeled kind. But you're short on the funds. Not to worry. There's a bike out there with your name on it. Just make sure you get your money's worth by first learning how...

Riding a bike is an excellent alternative to driving a car, and can really save a lot of money on gas. However, riding a bike on the street requires you to follow street laws and general safety...

Bike commuting is incredible in that it reduces your carbon footprint, allows you to minimize “traffic” from your morning routine, and also has great health benefits for both you and the Earth....

Looking for a economical, multi-purpose, and secure way to carry bikes AND/OR other cargo? Can't justify spending hundreds of dollars on a brand name carrier that will ONLY carry bikes? I...

Thinking about a folding bicycle? You've seen riders scooting around town on them and thought "That's pretty convenient." Maybe you even thought "It's more than convenient. It's...

Most newer bicycles have a red reflector on the back, under the seat, and a white reflector in front, just under the handlebars. Sometimes there are also one or two reflectors on the spokes of...

Afraid of having your bike stolen? Here are some tips to properly lock a bike and prevent thieves from stealing it.

Sometimes riding a bike can be difficult and tiring, especially when riding up hills. Here are some tips to help know how to make a bike easier to ride.

Keeping your entire bike clean will result in longer-lasting parts, which means less money spent on repairs and a smoother ride. Dirt and grime can significantly reduce the life of your gears. A...

Eating for performance is often overlooked by athletes. Foods contain nutrients that are important for various body functions. For example, fat stores vitamins, carbohydrates are energy for...

Cannondale is one of the oldest companies in the bike production and manufacturing industry, with a history extending almost 40 years. The company spread itself too thin in the 1990s by trying to...

The first time you get a flat tire on a bicycle you may think you need to go and buy a new tire. However, bike tires are not like car tires and most of the time the only thing that needs to be...

Buying bikes for kids is not a difficult decision to make but there are a few rules to follow when shopping for a kids bike.

One good ride on a bicycle, even on a nice day, can place a considerable amount of dirt and grime on your bike. As a bicycle mechanic, I see a lot of dirty bikes and they're not hard to get...

Riding a bike in rural or suburban areas is nowhere near as challenging as riding one among the throngs of pedestrians and cars in tightly-spaced cities. However, it can, and with increasing...

This is a technique I worked out in my student years. If you don't have a car and live more than a couple blocks from a grocery store, this is a valuable skill to have. With a little practice,...

With these quick and easy plans to build a bike rack you can cut the wood, assemble the frame and customize the parking places for all of your bikes. You will be surprised by how simple these how...

Truing is the process of making the bicycle wheel round, like it's supposed to be. The spokes are what keep the rim of the wheel a wheel instead of some twisted metal. Often, these spokes can...

Many problems can arise with your bike out on the road or on the trail. Luckily, most of these problems are easily preventable, or at least easy to spot before you ever have to leave your home. A...

Most flat bicycle tires can be avoided through proper and regular preventative maintenance. The maintenance is simple and easy to do and is very effective at preventing flat bicycle tires.

A flat tire when out on the trail or on the road can be a real drag on an otherwise great day. Patching a flat bicycle tire doesn't have to be a mystery science, though. It's actually very easy to...

A Montague folding bike can be folded in under 30 seconds without the use of tools. All Montague bikes are designed using lightweight aluminum to make folding a breeze. Each of the 8 bikes...

When replacing mountain bike hand grips, first use a razor blade to cut off the old ones, spray rubbing alcohol or hairspray inside the new grips and slide them onto the handles. Put new hand...

In a full-suspension mountain bike, look for an aggressive shock in the front, large tires, hydraulic disc brakes and a reinforced frame for heavy or downhill riding. Choose a full-suspension...

Learning how to ride a bicycle properly requires checking the bicycle for maintenance issues and making small adjustments so the bike is comfortable. Learn how to ride a bike with tips from the...

Tightening or loosing bicycle brakes can be done by making adjustments on the barrel adjuster or on the brake caliper on the back of the bike. Adjust bicycle brakes with tips from a bicycle...

Installing a quill stem on a bike is done by mounting the handlebars to the appropriate height, tightening the stem bolt and lining up the handlebars straight. Put in a quill stem for a bike with...

Create slack in a bike chain by pushing down on the derailleur and moving the pedals until the chain catches back on the sprocket. Repair a bike chain with tips from a bicycle mechanic in this...

When fixing a poorly shift bicycle, first check the gears or add cable tension by turning the barrel adjuster clockwise. Repair a poorly shifting bike with tips from a bicycle mechanic in this...

Tightening or loosing bicycle brakes can be done by making adjustments on the barrel adjuster or on the brake caliper on the back of the bike. Fix bicycle brakes with tips from a bicycle mechanic...

Prevent bike frame rust by keeping it out of the rain, wiping down any excess moisture and spraying bicycle frame saver on the bike. Avoid getting rust on a bike frame with tips from a bicycle...

Remove the crank bolt first when adjusting a bicycle bottom bracket and then thread the crank puller into the crank arm.Adjust a bicycle bottom bracket with tips from a bicycle mechanic in this...

Check bike hanger alignment by checking how the bike shifts and make adjustments by releasing cable tension and pull or push derailleur until adjusted. Check bike hanger alignment with tips from a...

To fix a poorly shifting bicycle, loosen the cable or remove the cable pinch bolt with a five-millimeter Allen wrench. Fix a poorly shifting bicycle with tips from a bike mechanic in this free...

When learning to ride a bicycle, push off with one foot to gain momentum, and get the bike rolling forward. Ride a bicycle with tips from a bike mechanic in this free video on bicycles.

To adjust the brakes on your bicycle, loosen the cable by pulling the bullet-shaped piece out of the holder and removing the return spring. Adjust bicycle brakes with tips from a bike mechanic in...

When cutting a bike's cable housing, use a cable cutter to cut the longitudinal strands of the wire. Cut a bike's cable housing with tips from a bike mechanic in this free video on bicycles.