Bicycling

Training for any type of bike race requires dedication and hard work. Bike races can be in excess of 200 kilometers in length (the longest stage of the 2009 Tour de France was 224k!) and cyclists...

Wheels are a vital component of a bicycle. A damaged or misshapen wheel can render an otherwise healthy bike useless. Having wheels fixed professionally can be costly, and the wait time for a...

Bearings are small metal or ceramic balls encased within the hub at the center of a bicycle wheel. The bearings allow the hub body to rotate independently about the bicycle wheel axle. Bearings...

Even for those who have done it before, competing in a bike race is a daunting experience. Bike races range from short prologues of two miles or less to marathon road races, which can be over 100...

Bike wheels are able to take a surprising amount of abuse for their weight, but even the best wheels get knocked around a little too much. Warps, wobbles and rim dents are common results of gravel...

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...

Panniers provide an effective and versatile way to carry groceries, camping gear, school books and many other necessities on your bicycle. With a little sewing know-how, you can fabricate strong...

Most grown men have fond memories of building makeshift ramps out of bricks and spare sheets of plywood abandoned in the garage. Most of those same men can surely remember the pain endured as the...

There is some confusion in the cycling world regarding fixed gear and single-speed bikes. Both of these bicycle types only have one gear, but it's important to note that a fixed gear bike does...

New shocks are an effective upgrade to make to your mountain bike. With the right set of tools, replacing your mountain bike's fork is a straightforward procedure that brings wide performance gains.

Bicycles are marvels of modern technology; however, they all have the same basic components. Sometimes it is necessary to dismantle your bike for end-of-the-year maintenance or because you have...

Repairing a bent or warped bicycle rim is a great skill for any avid cyclist to have. However, if you have a rim that is severely bent, your best bet might be to take it to your trusted bike...

Installing new road bike brakes, along with the cables and housing, can be tricky and time-consuming--but, if done too hastily or improperly, can be dangerous. Because brakes are usually made of...

Many things can cause a bicycle inner tube to deflate or explode. If you are interested in bicycling, you should learn how to change an inner tube. With practice, the entire process can take less...

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...

A bike rack is not only a good way to keep your bicycles organized, but the best way to keep them safe, too. You can build your own bike rack out of wood in only a few hours.

Most people remember the bikes they had as kids. Many of them came equipped with what is referred to as a kickstand,which allowed the bike to remain upright when it wasn't being used. However,...

When it comes to trick-riding on a bicycle, there few moves more famous than the wheelie, and few tricks more impressive--except, perhaps, a long wheelie! This move involves not only popping the...

Tandem bicycles are a well-known and unique form of transportation. Songs like "Daisy Bell," perhaps better known as "Bicycle Built for Two," have reinforced this vehicle's place in western...

Spinning is the perfect way to work up a sweat, build strength and endurance, burn off lots of calories and get that endorphin high. I found spinning after years of playing squash ruined my knees...

Building a custom bicycle can be a fun and exciting way to express your own style and create a neat way to get around. Get together with friends and you can all scavenge parts to make your own...

Riding a bicycle in the rain is definitely not a good idea, and like riding a bicycle in any sort of weather, carries quite a few risks. However, what are you to do when you're on your way home...

Build a bicycle trailer with a double-ball hitch that is well-balanced. This trailer is both lightweight and simple to build. The trailer supports a small load but is more than sufficient for most...

Has the bike jump at the park become a little too crowded? Perhaps it's time to make your own. You've never made a bike ramp before, and all you have available to you is...well, dirt. It turns...

Don't let a having a young child stop you from enjoying time out riding your bicycle. If you have a bike trailer, you can take a very young child out for bike rides with you. It's a great way to...

A 100-mile bike ride is called a century. While it does seem like a long ride, riding a century is a show of endurance and willpower. Doing a century will give you more power, improved health,...

While the weather in Tucson is awesome for bicycling, the traffic there is not. Dozens of cyclists are hit every year and it's often not their fault. You can become a seasoned desert biker,...

How to Assemble Your New e-Bike

Your next race is coming up, and you need to prepare to perform your best. Despite your training, race-day performance can be greatly affected by your preparation the week before. Diet and...

Balance is a crucial part of mountain biking, and there is no better way to achieve excellent balance then riding around on a back wheel. Not only that, it is fun and it's a fairly entertaining...

In the United States, riding a bike to work basically means riding alongside cars. Cycling to work involves a bit more thought and consideration when it comes to selecting a bicycle at the shop....

If you're upgrading the components of your bicycle or have to repair a damaged part, changing the rear derailleur on your bike might be necessary. Here's a step-by-step guide to the process.

If you are determined to ride your bicycle come rain, hail or snow, that also means you will have to ride it over ice. Plenty of people fall on ice, even when they are not on a bicycle, so adding...

Riding a dirt bike can be a hard skill to learning. Even after mastering the riding, performing stunts is even harder. However, stunting is an important part of dirt bike riding and it can be learned.

Tandem cycling (using a 2-seat bicycle) is a popular pastime in many countries and is also a recognized international sport. It is a sport in which a blind or partially sighted person needs no...

It doesn’t need to be a nice day in June for you to ride your bike around a racetrack. As sports tend to grow and evolve, they tend to find their way into the strangest places. In the case...

Bicycle chains turn black over time as the chain lube gets broken in from riding. This is natural and generally not a problem -- until it affects the performance of your bicycle. This comes in the...

Love 'em or hate 'em, hills are part of every cyclist's life. Whether you're tackling some easy rollers or doing an epic alpine ascent, there are some keys to successful hill climbing.

Bicycles are like most any other mode of transportation in that they need maintenance and occasionally parts need to be replaced. A bicycle's chain is no different because they break, stretch and...

While you may sweat, swerve and swear as you bicycle up a steep incline, once you hit the top of the hill, the rest is gravy. At least it can be, as long as you cycle downhill intelligently. You...

So you want to get exercise riding a bike. But after you tackle that first hill, you're likely to become discouraged and may even look to other ways to get your exercise. There are 3 factors at...

Cruising around on your bike is one childhood activity we take with us into adulthood. The old axiom says that once you learn to ride a bicycle you never forget how to do it. If you're new to...

Lance Armstrong, a household name among bicycling enthusiasts, didn't become the greatest Tour de France rider in the world by ho-hum, slap-happy training. His training methods are adaptable to...

If cycling is your main mode of transportation, you'll benefit from having a bicycle cargo trailer to carry your stuff around. A bicycle trailer attaches to the back of your bike and allows you to...

Choosing a mountain bike is more than looking at features and styles. It is as much about feel as anything. It's all about getting on and being comfortable while maintaining control. Here are some...

If you're afraid that removing the rear wheel of your bicycle will do something wacky to the chain or destroy your ability to shift gears, don't be worried. With a little know-how, almost anyone...

Bike shops charge up to $20 to repair a flat bike tire. You can save yourself some dough (and the hassle of finding a bike shop) if you happen to get a flat while riding by learning how to easily...

BMX is widely known around the world as one of the most intense sports sought after by the younger generation. It utiliizes specifically designed bicycles and trained riders to create an endurance...

Motorcross is known as an X-game, as it offers extreme riding with exceptionally skilled riders in a large span of events worldwide. With the fan base and following extreme motorcross has built,...

With the price of gas spiking and so many people worried about climate change and ecology, more of us might be biking to work sometime soon. Getting clued in to local biking events can be...