Articles related to "Road Bike"

The El Tour de Tucson is one of the largest road bicycling events in the United States.

Taking the time to understand road bike gearing and the names of bike parts will make road biking comfortable and enjoyable.

Cyclocross bikes, also referred to as cross, CX or cyclo-x, are a unique type of racing bike. Cyclocross races generally occur in the fall and winter.

Here's some help in making your decision about what bike to buy if you're a bike commuter.

As the warm weather comes, more bicyclists are taking to the roads and sidewalks but what exactly are the rules of the road and safety tips for bicycles? Keep reading.

Beautiful scenery, flat terrain, and a welcoming atmosphere make Maryland's Sea Gull Century a choice event for you and your road bike.

Bike tires are more important than you may think. Make sure you get the right kind of tires for the kind of biking you are going to do. Pump the tires to the right psi to

Bradbury is not any old state park. It has a lengthy network of off-road biking trails to entice all levels of mountain bikers, from newbies to highly experienced riders.

Drills ingrain better pedaling technique into your pedal stroke, making you a more efficient and faster rider.

Lance Armstrong made the leap from average domestique to unbeatable Tour champion by using technique, not brawn, to increase his power output and pedaling efficiency.

Pick a day, a ride, and a friend. The roads are winding and steep, the possibilities are endless, the scenery is spectacular, and the exercise is intense.

Road bike pedaling at high cadence allows you to maximize efficiency and improve speed. Since spinning taxes the aerobic system, muscles stay fresh for the final sprint.

What is a road bike? What's a mountain bike? What the heck is a hybrid? This article starts to make sense of the mulitiplicty of different types of bicycle.

Can't decide which bike to buy? Before heading to the local cycling shop, you might want to see what each one has to offer. Will it be the mountain bike or the road bike?

To make sure you're getting the most out of your training here are four tips to maximize the benefits when you're ready to ride outside again.

Riding your bike to work yields many benefits. Gas prices or concern for the environment may be nudging you to give it a try. Here are some things to remember.

New York City shuts down some roads so residents and visitors alike can enjoy a day of biking through the skyscrapers and neighborhoods of the Big Apple.

By combining a couple of well-marked, paved trails, you can get a ride in that's a half-century length between Annapolis and BWI Airport.

A track stand is where a cyclist stands upright on her road or mountain bike, both feet on the pedals, but virtually motionless, not riding forward or backward.

A professional bike fitting can help to prevent overuse injuries, improve cycling performance and enhance overall comfort.

The hybrid bicycle comes in many interesting styles and variations. A little knowledge will make the experience of finding just the right bike enjoyable and rewarding.

Acadia National Park in Maine is one of the most visited national parks in the US, and biking the famous carriage roads tops almost everyone's list.

Those big 29-inch wheels on mountain bikes - are they a flash in the pan or will we all be riding them in a year or two?

A multi-week, Web-based series of exercise routines and personalized workouts prepares travelers to get in shape for adventure hiking, biking, rafting and climbing.

Buying a bicycle should be easy but customers must be clear on how and where they plan to use the bike in order to make the right choice. Here's a little help.

Organized long one-day bicycle tours and charity weekend trips attract many older cyclists but they need a structured multi-week training program to prepare.

Discussion of some of the many ways in which people were riding off-road long before the invention of the mountain bike, from the Tour de France to exploring the wilds

Looking beyond the familiar classification of road bike, hybrid, mountain bike to some of the more esoteric varieties of bike available.

Profile of a south Florida based cycling club, run by certified USA cycling coach Matt GoForth.

Mountain biking began little more than a quarter-century ago in Northern California, with fat-tyred 'Klunkerz' a far cry from today's mountain bikes.

Women's bikes are engineered differently with smaller components but not all women should throw away their bicycle in favour of a gender specific ladies model.

Bicycle turbo trainers allow normal bicycles to be used as stationary exercise bikes. This article compares them with exercise bikes and looks at how to choose one.

An interesting mixture of classic motorcycles and trade exhibitors came together for the inaugural Classic Bikes Show at the NEC; an important addition to the calendar.

Riding is a lot more pleasant on a well-maintained bike, and keeping a bicycle clean and lubricated is the essence of preventive maintenance.

International event planners flock to Dundas Castle in Scotland. The classic Edinburgh event venue offers full-scale event coordination and fun team-building ideas.

Construction, safety, sports and motorcycle helmets all play havoc with hair. Avoid helmet hair by wearing an unsquashable coiffure.

There are literally dozens of different types of motorcycles. Find out what type of motorcycle is right for you.

Knysna brightens up its quiet southern winter with ten days of feast and fun, celebrating the finest South African oysters.

Autobiography of one addict's struggle with drug and alcohol addiction, and how training for an Ironman distance triathlon helped him turn his life around.

A little about what a velodrome is and what makes a track bike so special.

Taking a group of friends or family members on a group adventure can be the trip of a lifetime if the destination, resort and activities meet the group's needs.

Nearly every type of motorcycle and form of racing is celebrated each summer at AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days in Ohio, a family-friendly venue with plenty to see and do.

The frame is the core of every bike. This article looks at four basic frame designs: the diamond, 'lady's', mixte and compact, focusing on the needs of girls and women.

There are some things you need in order to be in a bike race and other things you need to do well in the bike race. There are also things you should have along, just in c

Put a smile on a cyclist's face this Christmas with this pick of cool cycling gifts. Choose one of the latest biking gadgets for training or some new luxury bike gear.

Delightful touring by bike and ferry around the peaceful, idyliic Turku Archipelago off the southwest coast of Finland

Explains the main types of disc brakes for bicycles and the different fitting systems. Discusses whether you can fit disc brakes to your existing bike.

Bald is an amazingly popular hike for a sub-3,000-foot peak. Open, rocky summit rewards hikers with 360-degree views. Take the kids-make it an enjoyable family outing.

Folding bikes come with varying wheel sizes and frame designs. Choosing the right bike comes down to where and how it will be ridden plus ease of foldability.

A tag along is a specialty bike offering safe cycling for young children via secure attachment to an adult bicycle. Here's some advice on buying one.