Bike commuting is my favorite way to travel to work, no question. On paper, it’s just riding a bike to work or around town. In real life, it changes how you move through traffic, how you manage your mornings, and how much control you feel over your day. What surprises most people is how quickly…
“Cyclists aren’t just unsafe, but it’s also cars that create a problem of safety.” That line stuck with me after a close call years ago when a car drifted into my lane, and I barely avoided going down. That’s when I realized there was a problem. I was doing everything I thought was right, but…
A harsh truth I’ve heard somewhere online: “Bad posture wastes energy before you start moving.” Cycling posture basics sound boring… until your neck is screaming, your hands are numb, and your lower back is cooked halfway through a ride. It’s a matter of maintenance of self and nothing a tune-up can fix. The truth? Most…
When I first got into cycling, I thought pedaling harder was the secret to going faster. The only thing it did was break my pedal and left me with none (after 5 years at least…) What actually changed everything was learning about cycling cadence, how fast you spin the pedals, not how much you mash…
If you’ve ever seen road bikers, you’ll see them frequently gliding across smooth pavement, skinny tires, steady pedaling, but even more surprising to me, there’s a bit more going on than those and some tight dry-fit clothes. There’s a question I had thinking, “Why does this feel so fast… and so unstable?” That’s a common…
I’ve spent time trying different bike saddles over the past year and have found my favorites on this list. You could stick with your default bike seat, but you’ll find over time that the level of discomfort will increase over time. A good bike saddle will be firm, but fit around your lower body without…