100 miles (roughly 160 kilometres if you don’t do imperial!) is an important milestone for many cyclists. It can feel daunting or difficult, whether you’re targeting a sportive, a charity challenge or just wanting to break that magic century mark on a weekend ride. Luckily for you, Hank knows a thing or two about long distance cycling, so here are his top tips to smash your first 100-mile ride!
From BikeMag.com
By Emily Morgan
Do you feel like you need a confidence boost when you’re on your mountain bike? One TikToker (@fifeandflow) is breaking down all the tips and tricks to feeling self-assured the next time you hit a trail.
In the clip, she covers three main points to get your mojo back when you’re behind your handlebars. Check out the clip below to see if any of the tips could benefit your riding.
First, she points out something you may be doing but has no idea you’re doing despite it being relatively simple. For example, as she describes, some mountain bikers make it a bad habit of looking down while riding. This can make you react to the trail instead of looking ahead to plan. Instead, she recommends shifting your eyes farther down the trail, which could make a huge impact.
Secondly, she wants riders to be mindful of their tires. For instance, bald tires or inappropriate pressures may hold you back on your ride. In addition, she points out that it’s essential to have enough tread on your tires as well as the proper support to set yourself up for success. Getting the right grip could make or break your ride.
Photo by Axel Brunst on Unsplash
From MensJournal.com
Whether you’re an experienced cyclist looking for your next race bike or you’re just getting started, these are the road bikes to know this year.
By Berne Broudy
If you want to ride on pavement, whether that’s roads or bike paths, a road bike is the most efficient tool for the job. Within the realm of pavement pedaling, road bikes are ideal for a broad spectrum of pursuits, from getting fit to winning races.
Road bikes come with carbon fiber, aluminum, titanium, or steel frames and forks, and they’re usually spec’d with stable and speedy 700C wheels with relatively skinny tires. That wheel and tire combo offers reduced rolling resistance and less drag than the chunkier tires found on mountain bikes and some gravel
Gearing: If your last road bike was an old ten-speed, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the range of gearing available on modern road bikes. While some have a single chainring and others have two, today’s models typically deliver a wider spread of gearing options for powering up hills and hitting top speed on flat pavement.
Geometry: If you’re a racer, you’ll want a bike that’s aerodynamic, which means it has the lowest possible wind resistance. It’s also good to opt for a frame with more aggressive geometry: When you’re riding, your torso will be close to the bike’s top tube. Although the bike can feel less stable when you’re descending or cornering, it’ll help you shave seconds off your time.
Planning on touring or doing long-distance rides? Opt for a bike with more relaxed geometry for a more comfortable body positioning and less fatigue after long hours in the saddle. You’ll also want to make sure it has the fittings for racks, bags, and bottles.
Image courtesy of Cannondale.com
Manon swings by Wolfi’s in the UAE and she bought us along for the ride! This bike shop has it all, cutting-edge tech, pro bikes from the likes of Tadej Pogačar, and the all-important cyclist’s cafe. It truly is a one-stop shop for all things cycling & it even has a built-in test circuit. Could this be the best bike shop in the world?
From Road.cc
road.cc Recommends is back for 2023, and we’re kicking off with a spring spectacular; a whopping 27 products that we’ve reviewed over the past couple of months have been added this time around. We have bikes from huge brands like Specialized, Scott and Brompton, components and accessories from the likes of Exposure, Apidura and Bontrager, and clothing from Endura, Showers Pass and Altura.
You know all about road.cc Recommends, right? It’s the section of the site devoted to the very best stuff we review. Products get in only if they’re really, really good.
Here’s the full list of everything that’s just been selected, broken down into sections because there’s so much this time around:
Photo courtesy of Scott Sports
From SfGate.com
Despite its famous hills and sometimes cold, foggy summers, San Francisco’s plentiful bike paths, access to open space and proximity to amazing scenic routes attract cyclists from around the world who want to explore the city and the Bay Area by bike. San Francisco Municipal Transit Authority estimates that on average San Franciscans make 128,000 bike trips each day and 16% ride their bikes multiple times each week.
Fortunately, bike rentals in San Francisco are easy and plentiful. And there are a variety of route options, whether you’re looking for an easy bike ride across the Golden Gate Bridge or want to explore a longer scenic route. Keep reading for everything you need to know to get started on your San Francisco bike tour.
If you’ve moved to the city and don’t have a bike yet, or are just visiting, you’re going to need to rent a bike in San Francisco. Fortunately, there are a number of bike shops and rental options. Nearly all rentals include a helmet and accessories; high-end bikes may even come with choice of pedals. Check what’s included in your rental. And know that most electric bikes rent for a slightly higher fee than regular bikes.
Photo by Tim Foster on Unsplash
There are plenty of hazards that may put you off cycling in a city – buses, busy roads, and pedestrians everywhere. But using your bike to commute has lots of benefits! So while Hank is in Berlin, he shares his tips for cycling in built-up areas so you can feel confident, relaxed, and safe on your bike. 🚴
Bike lights, like a helmet, are essential. Great bike lights promote visibility at all hours of the day, in all types of weather. While we often assume bike lights are designed solely to help us at night, studies also show that the use of bike lights during the day results in a significant reduction in injury rates. And if you live in an urban environment, where nearly three quarters of all bicyclist deaths occur, then it stands to reason that a simple light can significantly amplify your presence on the road.
Whether you want a fancy front light on your handlebars, an affordable yet effective rear light on your seat post or a versatile light that can be clipped on and off, we’ve got you covered. Here are the best bike lights to keep you safe (and seen!) on the streets. And if you’re in the market for other biking essentials, we’ve also pored over the best e-bikes, best bike storage solutions and even the best gear for biking to work.
More than just Southern California’s favorite ride! The Tour de Big Bear was recently named the #1 Gran Fondo in North America by Gran Fondo Guide! We’re looking forward to hosting our friends back in Big Bear this year. The start/finish and Expo will be held at Bear Mountain Resort!
Big Bear Lake has been touted as the “Cycling Capital of Southern California” and recently ranked as the #1 Weekend Getaway City in the United States by Expedia!
Space is limited and we sell out every year so register now!
Photo by Martin Magnemyr on Unsplash
A few weeks ago, Si dusted off his old Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL3 from back when GCN started in 2013 to compare it to his 2023 Canyon Aeroad. Predictably, it was much slower, but we got lots of comments asking to test it again after fitting it with modern deep section wheels and fast tyres. So, that’s what we’ve done. Old bike with new wheels and tyres – how much faster is it?
