The coronavirus pandemic has rendered many of the nation’s favorite ways to keep fit off-limits. As a result, more people are now turning to two wheels for their daily dose of exercise. Government stats from summer 2020 showed cycling had experienced a 300 percent increase in popularity, and as we cautiously edge further into the Twenties, that number […]
Category Archives: Bicycle
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Mayor Bill de Blasio wants to add bike lanes on the Brooklyn and the Queensboro Bridges to encourage cycling as the city recovers from the pandemic. New York City’s slow transformation away from a vehicle-oriented metropolis will soon get a visible and significant boost: the city plans to close a lane on both the Brooklyn […]
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Jan
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Whether it’s for work or walking, pick one of these tried and tested pieces of kit. A well-designed cycling bag or backpack makes a great riding companion. The best examples have specially designed backs that let airflow while you’re on the road, helping to keep you cool while pedaling hard. Many also include reflective features […]
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Jan
Jan
Whether you’re racing or commuting, do it with the most impressive footwear on the market. There’s a dazzling variety of road cycling shoes on the market, and none seem to offer all the exact same fit or features. Get your selection right and you’ll be a long way down the road to riding comfort, but […]
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Jan
Jan
Keep a clear focus as you ride with this trusty eyewear Don’t wait until you’ve had a big fat bumblebee or chip of gravel strike you in the eye before you buy a pair of cycling glasses. And it’s not just flying insects and debris that they will keep at bay; they will also let […]
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Jan
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Whether riding on or off the road or at night or during the day, ensure you’re equipped with these biking essentials. If you plan on riding on the roads at night or in low light, you need a set of lights for your bike – it’s the law. While it’s a legal requirement to use […]
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Jan
Jan
From slimline racy cuts to fully waterproof offerings, these layers won’t let you down A decent jacket is one of the most important bits of cycling kit you can buy. They have moved on miles from the flimsy and sweaty outerwear that used to be offered a few years ago. Nowadays there is a huge […]
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Jan
Jan
Folding bikes are can be real time-savers. They scoot you around town and are ideal for a commute that includes a train, say, when you can fold it and take it on board without worry. Better still, you can take it indoors easily so it’s safe from bicycle thieves. And if it starts raining when […]
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Jan
Jan
The average American commute is a paltry 12 miles. The average American drives no more than 25 miles per day. A small electric motorcycle isn’t for everyone, but more than half of Americans could benefit from zipping around town on something like this. Imagine how much better your commute could be if you could hop […]