Biking Articles

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Biking | By William F Gabriel @ Tuesday, 24th August 2010 @ 8:46 PM

For cyclists to improve in their sport and break through training plateaus, cross-training is essential. There are many workout plans that can be tried out while you take a break from cycling, so you shouldn't have any trouble finding a way to change up your routine. Some cyclists like learning martial arts self defense because training in self defense tactics can increase the strength of core muscles and improve overall agility. Bike riding only really uses the lower body. And even ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Biking | By Lance Thorington @ Tuesday, 10th August 2010 @ 2:00 PM

Riding a bicycle can be a simple and enjoyable task. However, there can also be an element of danger. It is very important to protect yourself and your family. Here are some bike accessories to invest in. Helmet Not everyone wears a helmet. However, everyone is susceptible to head injuries. When it comes to helmets, it is very simple. They can save your life. However, you must wear them. When shopping for helmets, do not buy the cheapest ones. Your head and brain are worth t... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Biking | By Lance Thorington @ Tuesday, 10th August 2010 @ 1:50 PM

Anyone who enjoys riding a modern bike will certainly be aware that it is important to keep their bike in tiptop condition. It may, therefore, be important food to continue to upgrade the different components of the bike in order to make sure that the bike itself remains competitive. When doing this, it will be important for you to find discount bike parts that you can purchase and use to install onto your bike. Many people will be under the impression that discount bike parts referred to... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Biking | By Lance Thorington @ Tuesday, 10th August 2010 @ 1:25 PM

If you are someone who is a keen mountain biker and you take the sport seriously then it is likely that you are going to have to upgrade your bike on a fairly regular basis in order to keep a competitive. When doing this it is not necessarily the best idea to purchase a new bike, and instead it may well be preferable to simply purchase additional bike parts to upgrade the bike. This can become an expensive business, and therefore finding places where you can purchase discount bike parts may well... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Biking | By Lance Thorington @ Friday, 6th August 2010 @ 12:27 PM

If you are someone who loves to ride a bike then it is absolutely crucial that you get the right quality bike gears in order to get the maximum performance out of your bike. In some cases this might require the additional purchase of bike parts, not only in order to upgrade your bike if necessary, but also in order to fix it should you be involved in some sort of accident and the bike become damaged. Anyone who is new to the world of biking should certainly read some information from cred... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Biking | By Lance Thorington @ Friday, 6th August 2010 @ 12:26 PM

Whether you ride a bike simply to stay fit all you are a triathlete, keen mountain biker, or anything else, it will be important for you to purchase the right bike accessories on top of the bicycle you are riding. As such, consider the following are some of the essential accessories that you will need whenever you get out onto the road or into the mountains. Of course, everyone will know that the most important piece of safety equipment that any cyclist will require is a helmet. A proper ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Biking | By Alan D Davis @ Thursday, 5th August 2010 @ 7:47 PM

Modern bikes can cost thousands of dollars so that plus the fact that they are fairly portable and usually accessible make them attractive targets for thieves. The best way to prevent your bike from being stolen is to never let it out of your sight. However, this is somewhat impractical so let's look at some tactics you can use to minimize your risk. Bike thieves are sneaky and resourceful so you've got to be diligent when locking your machine. When shackling your ride, it hel... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Biking | By Alan D Davis @ Thursday, 5th August 2010 @ 7:46 PM

Modern bikes can cost thousands of dollars so that plus the fact that they are fairly portable and usually accessible make them attractive targets for thieves. The best way to prevent your bike from being stolen is to never let it out of your sight. However, this is somewhat impractical so let's look at some tactics you can use to minimize your risk. Bike thieves are sneaky and resourceful so you've got to be diligent when locking your machine. When shackling your ride, it hel... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Biking | By Alan D Davis @ Thursday, 5th August 2010 @ 5:34 PM

One of the great things about todays technologically advanced bikes is that they come with gears! That means that unlike those days when you were a kid and rode a single speed Stingray (complete with banana seat), modern bikes offer a wide range of gearing that make even climbing mountain passes in Colorado doable. However, along with that convenience comes the need to learn how to properly shift. An important shifting rule is to reduce pressure on the pedals during shifts. Modern drivetrains ... more...

Recreation and Leisure » Sports » Biking | By Alan D Davis @ Thursday, 5th August 2010 @ 5:34 PM

One of the great things about todays technologically advanced bikes is that they come with gears! That means that unlike those days when you were a kid and rode a single speed Stingray (complete with banana seat), modern bikes offer a wide range of gearing that make even climbing mountain passes in Colorado doable. However, along with that convenience comes the need to learn how to properly shift. An important shifting rule is to reduce pressure on the pedals during shifts. Modern drivetrains ... more...