When people hear "triathlon," they frequently equate it with the Ironman triathlon--a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride and a full 26.2-mile marathon--and assume that only athletes with superhuman endurance can participate in this sporting event. In fact, the triathlon comes in a wide variety of lengths so that athletes with varying levels of endurance can… read more
With children's bikes, size is crucial to safety. A bike that is the wrong size can be hard for the child to properly control, making an accident and injury more likely. This is particularly true when the bicycle is too large. Children should go with their parents to pick out a bike so that they can be fit with the best bicycle for their body size. read more
Removing a bicycle tire from a rim is a skill that is necessary for much basic bike maintenance and repair. Separating the tire from its rim will give you access to the inner tube for patching and replacement. It will also allow you to swap tires. Learning how to remove a tire should take only a few minutes, and it's a handy skill that will serve you well, e… read more
Either ripping down single track or dodging cars, once you start moving, you rely on your bike, equipment and experience to keep you moving, get you around the next turn and back home safely. A few precautions early save a lot of time or pain later. read more
From the quaint home of Limerick to the castles of Blarney, Ireland offers the bicycle traveler many sites, sounds and historic regions to tour. Touring Ireland by bicycle typically sees you traveling on cobbled roads, rural pathways and often competing with sheep for space on the roads. If you have Ireland in sight for a bicycle tour, there are many compani… read more
The sport of cycling is very diverse and offers several ways to go beyond the Saturday bicycle ride. Whether you are an enthusiast, weekend warrior or have hopes of serious competition, on- and off-road forms of cycling offer plenty of… read more
Mountain biking is a sport that demands the use of a helmet. With the potential for concussion lurking on every stretch of rocky trail, you need to take your safety seriously. There are several different styles of helmet available, and… read more
Perhaps no other city in the world offers the mix of cultural, architectural, culinary and historic qualities that makes Paris one of the most romantic destinations in the world. Brimming with legendary sights and iconic monuments, the… read more
A town located on the Grand River in Ontario, Paris got its name from its abundance in gypsum, the main component in making plaster of Paris. Known as the "cobblestone capital of Canada" because of its many cobblestone buildings, Paris… read more
Pick up a magazine or go into any travel agency and you'll find the same thing. Hawaii. Europe. The Caribbean. They might be great vacation spots, but chances are, you'll find the same crowds and surroundings you were trying to get awa… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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