For the motor-less adventurer who likes to cover a lot of ground quickly, road biking is ideal, and Trails.com is your cycling encyclopedia. Get touring tips, learn the advantages of clipless pedals, find biking groups, or learn how to train for a race. Trails.com even covers more obscure questions about riding tandem bikes, building bike trailers and racks, and repairing biking jerseys and shorts. Before you buy a new bike or plan your next trip, check out Trails.com for advice and ideas.
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You will find upper Austria's Freistadt to have the look and feel of the quintessential historic town. With only about 8,000 year round residents, its medieval origin is easily visible in the old-fashioned structures that house modern hotels and ...
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Cycling is by nature a calorie-burning activity, but not everyone has the time to take a long ride several times a week to get the benefits of a high-calorie burn. By using advanced training techniques, you can burn major calories on the bike in...
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A flat tire can be a major annoyance. But it doesn't have to be, because putting air in bicycle tires is easy. In fact, it can be accomplished in less than three minutes.
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Clincher wheels are so ubiquitous among recreational cyclists that even those who know how to change their own tires might not know there is any other bike wheel model. Their low cost and ease of maintenance makes them the standard wheel type for...
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Inflating a bicycle tire can be a piece of cake. As long as the problem isn't a puncture--another discussion altogether--all you need is a bicycle pump and a minute or two to get that tire back in riding shape.
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Riding a bike to work, on errands, or just for fun, is a great way to stay in shape and lower your carbon footprint. Road bikes are different than mountain bikes. They have thinner tires, typically no suspension and more streamlined frames. When ...
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You can easily tell a recumbent bike from an upright bicycle by the comfortable-looking seat and reclining riding position. These bikes not only look out of the ordinary when compared to the average bicycle you see on the street, but they also of...
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Proper training regimens are essential for excellence in any sport, but cycling takes particular focus and precision to achieve top results. Heart rate monitors allow you to understand and track your body's response to training types and levels,...
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Beach cruiser bikes are in a different category from the majority of bicycles. While road bikes are engineered for speed on pavement and mountain bikes are geared to climb hills and to withstand high-speed descents, beach cruisers are built for l...
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The tandem bicycle is one of the most classic romantic symbols. It summons up images of idyllic country roads and puppy love. However, they are also very real mechanical devices. It may seem strange to imagine yourself cruising on a tandem, havin...
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The earliest two-wheeled, pedal-propelled vehicles were introduced in 1865 and were called "bone shakers" for the rough, jarring quality of their ride. Technology has come a long way since the days of bone shakers and indoor bike-riding academies...
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Heart-rate training uses a special monitor to help you regulate your workouts according to cardiovascular effort. Although you can achieve great training results by paying attention to perceived effort, heart-rate monitoring, especially in early ...
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Lowriders are one of the classic bicycle types of the 1960s that emphasized flash and showy style over utility. Those very looks have given them a comeback in popularity since the 1990s, making lowriders as popular as ever.
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Choosing a cycling shoe can be bewildering because of the number of designs, brands and manufacturers. Various types of bicycle shoes are made for specific purposes. Knowing what each of these types offers can guide you in your quest for the perf...
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Bicycle shorts may cost anywhere from $50 to hundreds of dollars. Though the more expensive pairs are generally higher-quality, don't be shy about trying on cheaper pairs too; the most important aspect of your choice should be how they fit.
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Many Americans have memories of the cruiser, a stylish and comfortable bike that was well-suited for long, scenic rides in relatively flat places. Although the cruiser almost disappeared for a time, it has been making a comeback in recent years.
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Road bicycles tend to be lightweight with narrower and smoother tires than mountain bikes. The whole point of a road bike is speed, usually on smooth pavement, and high-end models are often used for racing.
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Since the 1980s, energy bars have become an increasingly common sight on store shelves and in the hands of athletes. The carbohydrates in the bars can provide a boost of energy, but should not be considered a meal substitute.
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Cycling shoes are relatively simple in concept---they incorporate rigid soles with lightweight, foot-hugging materials and generally include a cleat that clips into special bicycle pedals. But while most riders find the initial transition to bicy...
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Choosing a bicycle tire can be more difficult than it seems. Many bike shops have sections dedicated to tires, but this often is more confusing than helpful to beginning cyclists. Use these tips to find the right tire for your bike and riding sty...
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A recumbent bicycle is one where the rider is seated in a reclined position, akin to leaning back in a chair. Bicycles of this type have a number of advantages over conventional bikes.
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Heart rate monitors are useful training tools for anyone engaged in a competitive sport that involves strong cardiovascular conditioning. Simply put, having a heart rate monitor means having objective data that can be monitored and analyzed, putt...
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Cruisers have been around for a while, but they've recently seen a big jump in popularity. A slew of companies that produce only cruisers have popped up, and many mainstream bicycle companies have bolstered their cruiser offerings. It's easy to u...
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The old way of keeping an eye on heart rate during exercise was to take the pulse, either on the neck or the wrist. That was cumbersome and distracting, and often not very accurate. The heart rate monitor was invented to help athletes take the ha...
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Riding a bicycle may at first seem intimidating for a beginner, but following simple rules should help make the activity safer.
