May your wheels always roll smoothly!
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In 1817, a German inventor, Karl von Drais, developed the first bicycle dubbed as the “swift walker”. This bicycle lacked pedals and people “walked” on them. It had a wooden frame held up by two wooden wheels with iron rims and covered by leather. Since then, the bicycles have come a long way both in terms of frames and materials used to assemble them. Read more . . .
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The seat tube and top tube lengths are two of the three main measurements necessary for bicycle sizing. The third is the seat tube angle, which is normally influenced by your body size. The length of your arms and legs is then used to arrive at a seating position that is most comfortable. Read more . . .
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If you’re looking for an SUV or a truck to explore the countryside, you’re thinking two wheels too many. To get really close to mother nature, have a blast and keep in shape, grab a mountain bike and head for the hills.
The well-known “mountain bike” style was developed, as the name suggests, from bicycles designed for cruising up and down a mountain. Apparently, racing down a mountainside can be a real adrenaline rush, but it can also be Read more . . .
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Knowing to ride a bike is a rite of passage. It’s an ability that takes us from three-wheeler to two-wheeler, from sidewalk to street. It’s also one of the easiest of life’s lessons to learn, but it does take effort to know how to ride well.
Your Body Position
Smart cycling begins with proper body positioning. Some individuals like to ride with their bodies in a low position, but this is not the correct posture. Read more . . .
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Saddle selection and saddle posture are two of the important riding needs. The correct saddle and posture can help reduce pressure on your crotch. It can also lessen the chances of saddle sores. However, there really is no one saddle posture that fits all riders. Even the selection of your saddle is dependent on your riding technique. Read more . . .