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Many people who are overweight would like to lose some pounds and they all know that exercise combined with diet is the best way to do that. But what kind of exercise could they do, when the mere act of walking makes them feel pain? This article is a...

Anyone who spends time riding a bicycle on the road is bound to have a personal list of aggravations. After bicycling more than 9,000 miles over the course of a year and talking to many other cyclists, I was able to compile this list of the top ten t...

The more time you spend on your bicycle, the more likely it is you will end up with a flat tire. You may run over glass, nails, or thorns. Even a tiny piece of wire from a steel-belted tire on the road can puncture your bicycle tire and cut your ride...

Every New Year you make resolutions. You're going to lose weight and get healthy; you're going to put more money into your savings; you're going to reduce your impact on the environment. But lifestyle changes require effort, and who has t...

The Intermontane Challenge is a 5 day "cloverleaf" staged mountain bike race with the best singletrack of any race on the planet! The inaugural event will be held in Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada on July 27-31, 2009 and is a "Must...

The most important cycling race, The Tour, will start 4 July 2009. The 96th edition of the Tour de France includes 21 stages and will cover some 3.500 kilometers. Lance Armstrong has returned to the Tour and is part of the Astana team. Will he be abl...

Pittsburgh has some of the most beautiful recreational trails in the nation and, because of the topograghy, some of the most dramatic views of the city and landscapes also. Outdoor recreation in Pittsburgh, gives the visitors and locals a most satisf...

I'm sure you've heard the phrase "Too many Chiefs..." well I wonder if there are too many chiefs on team Astana for this year's Tour De France. As I write this 6 of the 9 for the tour team have been selected and they are Lance Armstrong, Alberto Cont...

Edoardo Bianchi opened a small bicycle repair shop on the Via Nirone in Milan in 1885 (Bianchi will celebrate its 125th birthday next year). From the very beginning, he was an innovator. Within three years of opening his shop, Bianchi had already dev...

The Cycling Secrets lens is the squidoo of www.cycling-secrets.com - a cycling resource and community site. It offers free software for cyclists, provides resources and information and supports a number of bicycle related charities.

I was brought up in the cycle trade and therefore became familiar with most types of bicycles. Most of my riding has been on single speed bicycles (both freewheel and fixed wheel) and on 3 speed hub gears. My experience in repairing and replacing bic...

Triathlon training gear, equipment, books, DVDs and nutrition at USA Sports Training. An online store based out of Minnesota that is family owned and operated.

When involved with cycling training or cycle races the biggest obstacle between you and the line isn't the wind, or the hills, or the other riders. It's you and your mind. With the right sports psychology tools you can get the best from yourself and...

The electric bike is one of the world's most under rated inventions. It takes the most efficient means of transport known to man (the bicycle) and adds some extra mobility that makes it easy to enjoy by everyone. Some time ago I created a lens on Th...

Bikes are a wonderful gift to buy your child. Not only do they provide so much joy, and an immense amount of fun but also in learning to cycle builds confidence and helps to develop a valuable life skill of riding a bike and engaging your child in th...

Racing bicylces are various types of bikes used in competition. These include road bikes, track bikes used in indoor or outdoor velodromes, Time trial bikes, triathlon bike and of course BMX bikes. Racing bikes are much lighter in weight than everyda...

This lens is information for people living or planning to visit the Bay Area and are interested in pulling out the knobby tires.  Whether you are an established mountain biker, or on the sidelines wondering if you should play...

Having the proper bicycle clothing and apparel can also help with the benefits. Having comfortable clothing for your ride will help you ride longer and more efficiently. Proper cycling clothing is perfect for short or long cycling trips. Cycling appa...

It's a rite of passage for every child, learning to ride their bicycle without training wheels. Teaching a child to ride can often come with a variety of scraped knees and tears but that doesn't need to be the case. So, just what is The Easiest Way T...

Marshall Walter Taylor was born November 16, 1878. He won the world one mile track cycling championship three times, from 1899 through 1901. What makes this so amazing is that he was an African American athlete, at a time when that was extremely rar...

It's just a bicycle, right? Once you've learned to ride, you always remember how. There's a lot more to a bicycle than just wheels and brakes, though. The purpose of this lens is to look at a little science and math that figure in to making that bi...

Tired of paying high gas prices? The answer may be the Motorized Bicycle. As far back as 1892 people put motors on bicycles. With today's 2 stroke and 4 stroke engines you can Expect to get 150 miles per gallon after the initial break in period....

This lens presents a concise look at the history of the bicycle: how it developed, who it affected. The early bicycles bore little resemblance to today's bicycles aside from the two wheels. Women and factory workers found new freedom they had never...

To most people a bike is just a form of transportation. It gets you from A to B in a healthy way. Nothing more, nothing less. Others treat the bike a bit differently. To them it's just a starting point. A raw material that should lead to an art obje...

I'm a BMX freak! And I'd like to share all the best and most popular bmx games on the internet. These are all flash-based games so you can instantly play them using your browser. Have fun guys and please leave a comment if you think I missed one or t...

Most probably, you know how to ride a bike already. I mean, most of you probably even use one regularly. It's a simple means of transport, cheap, doesn't run on gas (or anything of the sort, for that matter) and everybody loves them! However, have y...

There are many skills and techniques in LEARNING MOUNTAIN BIKING. Some are easy to learn and some are harder and take more time and practice to get down. Easy ones are as simple as seat height adjustment and the harder ones are techniques like Bunny...

Properly inflated tires are important on a bicycle. Safety and comfort are both at stake. Keeping your tires inflated is easy with a quick check at home before leaving and a pump along in case of disaster. You can see the various types of bike tire...

The very first Mountain Bike Tips that any bike rider should know, mountain or road biking, is get a helmet that fits properly. It should not turn back and forth or up and down very much or slide down your forehead. Wear it on all rides even if you a...

Pedal Happy is intended to be a place where I can share my experience with others who travel on bicycle. Whether it is out of necessity, green living or pleasure, it is important we all help each other stay safe on the road and educate those who you...

Imagine running like a gazelle. You slightly touch the ground and your whole body is taken forward in a movement that feels like floating. There is no pressure on your legs, joints or soft tissue. Wouldn't that be nice? Well, it looks like a guy call...

Cycling a century demands that you are conditioned and are powerful. To become powerful and conditioned you need to train. But how do you know if you're over training or quite frankly under training? Simple you buy a program that is proven to make...

Mountain biking is ever evolving sport that has recently seen a huge flux of popularity but has firm roots in experimentation with non "mountain" style bicycles. sport consists of riding bicycles off-road, often over rough terrain, with specially equ...

Learning to ride a bike can be easy! This photo is typical of how most kids learn to ride a bike. Countless hours of wobbling down a relatively flat stretch of road or sidewalk with a parent hanging on to the handlebars or seat. More often than not,...

There are several bicycle trailers available these days and one can choose from single wheel trailers or two wheels trailers. The weight capacity of each trailer can be one of the main choosing factor but it´s more common to see people making their c...

While many types of property theft have declined in recent years, bicycle theft is on the rise according to FBI statistics. The increasing popularity of bicycling as a sport and a means of transportation have made bicycles an easy target for thieves....

There are various ways to get started in mountain bike racing.  I got started a few years ago, and here I'll let you in on some of the tips and tricks I've learned during my career.

While riding a bicycle, the rider must enjoy the ride to the fullest. This is possible only when he has a good bicycle with an extremely comfortable seat. With an uncomfortable seat, riding the bicycle can cause a nerve breaking experience. This is h...

Let the kids ride up front! I've found that the rear-mounted seats and trailers don't allow parents to interact with the child while riding. I've found a better way. Below is my story and links to deals on bike seats. Here's a video of a bike seat i...

If the only solid colored cycling jersey that appeals to you is yellow, help has arrived! This shop has novelty cycling jerseys of every stripe (except striped!!), so you're sure to find one to suit your personality. Chose from your favorite heav...

I’ve made up my mind to do my bit for the environment. After doing my research I went out and splashed out on a beautiful electric bicycle. It’s a nice shiny piece of machinery that not only does the job, it looks great too. Whi...

In July, 2008, I embarked on a year-long bicycle tour to celebrate my fiftieth birthday. I wanted to accomplish as many goals as possible in that one year. The backbone of the adventure was to be a 12,000-mile self-supported bicycle tour around the p...

Cycling is a great form of exercise for many people, especially for people over 40. It can be used for weight loss or weight management. Much of it depends on how far you pedal and how vigorously you pedal, much the same as any other physical activit...

For several years Italian mountain bike brands were the only ones, besides Canada and USA, to produce high quality mountain bikes with attractive design and technological innovations which are still used today. Nowadays, the Italian bicycle manufact...

With its beauty, history, and food, New Orleans is a tourists delight, but to see New Orleans any way but by bicycle is to miss out on much that this city has to offer. This guide is a great start to everyone who is interested in our culture, and wha...

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As people work to develop sustainable forms of energy, one fun development has been the rise in bicycle-powered generators and appliances.  Drawing on the ready supply of human energy, these devices let the spinning wheels of bike riding produce...

As I say in my bio, I like bikes... a lot. From a design perspective, I am very interested in the many types of bicycles that meet a variety of different user needs ranging from racing to riding for transportation. I truly believe that the bicyc...

Many years ago my husband and I began planning some of our vacation time around rail trails. These trails are revamped rail lines set up to accommodate bike riders and walkers; and in some instances those who roller blade. They provide a great, healt...

According to a September 8, 2008 article, anonymous sources claim that Lance Armstrong will return to cycling and hopes to be able to compete in the 2009 Tour de France. He will compete in five road races with the Astana team in 2009, the cycling jou...

Brooks bicycle saddles are uncontroversial: everybody raves about them. And why not? They are beautiful, functional works of traditional craftsmanship with a history of innovative design and dedication to quality going back almost 150 years. Leather...

The Cardinal Greenway is the longest single bike trail in Indiana. It's a paved rail trail which is used by walkers, runners, bicyclists and those with inline skates. It's great for fitness training*, families, and anyone who loves outdoor activities...

Pittsburgh has some of the most cycling trails in the nation and, because of the topograghy, some of the most dramatic views of the city and landscapes. Cycling in Pittsburgh, gives the visitors and locals a most satisfying and connected experience o...

Do you remember that first bike. I surely do, I had wheels, I was mobile, I could go anywhere and did. Transportation was cool. I am sure many of you have fond memories of your first bicycle. The first ride was an adventure and great fun. On this pa...

The Schwinn Bicycle Company was founded by Ignaz Schwinn in Chicago in 1895, and grew to become the dominant manufacturer of American bicycles through most of the 20th century. The story of its rise illustrates many principles of sound business opera...

Klean Kanteen is a stainless steel eco-friendly alternative to plastic water bottles. Klean Kanteen is made of food grade stainless steel and comes in a variety of sizes and cap options. The Klean Kanteen features a large-mouth opening that makes it...

You may have seen recumbent bicycles before and maybe you have wondered why people are using this kind of bikes. I want to give a short introduction here in this lense. There is a wide variety of models available. There are recumbent bicycles and tri...

Michigan is a great state for bicycling. Here's some helpful information for finding bike clubs, shops, and trails to get the most out of bicycling in Michigan.

Pedaling hard while the music thumbs, your heart races and sweat drips from your face. A familiar feeling when you enjoy a spinning class. Spinning is a complete group workout on a stationary bike which benefits your overall fitness, burns fat and b...

As an avid cyclist who has had plenty of falls over the years, I swear by the use of a bike helmet whenever riding a bike. I am listing all of the Consumer Reports top rated bike helmets for adults and kids.

Many triathletes and would-be triathletes like to keep a journal of their training. It helps to be able to look back and see progress or mistakes, and it's part of the learning process. Keeping a triathlon training blog online also helps to keep the...

Though mountain bike racing is something we keep hearing about from TV, newspapers and kids by the lane, there are people who still have no ideas what thrill and adventure mountain bike racing can be. If you are racing for the first time, you need t...

Bicycles from Iron Horse Bicycles Company range from mountain bikes, road bikes, comfort bikes to juvenile bikes and hybrids. Iron Horse brand, however, is mainly known for downhill and extreme trail bikes, representing some of the most desirable dow...

If you're planning some really serious riding, the Cannondale R900si is well worth the money. This light and FAST bike is the cream of the crop. Learn ALL about it here!

This lens was created to introduce you to the incredible world of Cannondale High End bikes.Whether you want a touring bike, or a tricked out monster mountain bike, Cannondale with blow you away with their awesome designs, superior craftmenship and r...

Let me introduce you to the ultimate URBAN bike. Cannondale call it "The bike that began the matte black revolution. The Bad Boy is fast, versatile, and represents the ultimate in authentic utility. It's the urban answer for an unpretentious, go-fast...

If you have come looking specifically for a Cannondale 500, bike parts or accessories, just follow the links in the Parts, Bikes and Accessories section and that should take care of your needs. Now, about me: To saddle up my mountain bike and get as...

The road bike is one of the most efficient means of transportation and exercise available. Road bikes get "infinite MPG" and are a great way to get around. Millions of people ride them for exercise, camaraderie, competition, transportation and leisur...

BMX is great extreme sport, everyone should try it. Some of bmx riders say that bmx is not a sport, it's a lifestyle. I think that main thing of riding bmx is to have fun, chill out and have good time with friends.

There is a large quantity of accessories available for mountain bikes and it is possible to spend as much as you did on the bike. But a lot of the accessories are gimmicks and are not needed for typical mountain biking. Instead of buying those fancy...

Mountain Biking as seen through the eyes of 198. Detailed reviews, thoughts and ride reports by a rider that is entrenched in the industry.

This lens will focus on the club sports cycling team of the University of Oregon.

If you are a new road cyclist and want to improve your fitness, enjoy your rides, increase your distances or get more comfortable on the bike, we'll try to hook you up with the very best information out there on the web. Before you know it, you'll be...

There is no country in the world where biking is so normal as it is in The Netherlands - except China. This is a tribute to Dutch Bikes. Yes, we really do a lot of bicycling - and we've got the bikes to show for it. [A reader told me the people of D...

I am delighted to see more and more people adopting an adventurous way of leading their lives. Downhill biking has become the center of attraction for those, who have a great passion for speed and also for accepting the challenges put forward by natu...

Cannondale bicycles are the elite bikes manufactured in the United States. The Cannondale Bicycle Corporation is a major American bicycle manufacturer, headquartered in Bethel, Connecticut USA with manufacturing in Bedford, Pennsylvania USA. Which...

If you are really bored from your routine life and the excitement seems to be missing, turning to sports is fairly a good idea. And if it is BMX, there can be nothing better than that. BMX racing is undoubtedly one of the most popular sports among t...

A Personal Oxygen Device or POD is 95% pure oxygen in a convenient and portable container. Oxygen energizes tired muscles, stimulates brain activity, relaxes, rejuvinates and works to detoxify the body. Now everyone has the benefits of pure oxygen a...

Mountain bikes with internal gear boxes have been floating around the fringe of the industry for ever. Enter the GT IT1, a mountain bike using internal gears from one of the world's most recognised brands. What is it? How does it work? How does it ri...

I'm sure that in the course of riding your bike you have had some trouble with the gears. When you click the shifter it doesn't shift or it shifts to far, or it throws the chain into the spokes of the rear wheel. There are some simple things you can...

If you are looking to convert a bike to a fixed gear bike, then look no further, we have a great guide for you. This guide is in no way meant to be comprehensive, but it is meant for you to be able to get a grasp around the concept of converting your...

The are a ton of bike racks (aka bicycle carriers) on the market today. Roof mount, trunk mount, hitch mount, rails, hangers, platforms, and the list goes on. How do I figure out which one is right for my family? That was exactly the dilemna I faced...

Maybe you have been riding recreationally for a while and are interested in giving racing a try. On the other hand, maybe you would rather just watch what is going on in the world of pro racing. Either way, the links below are a great place to start....

The Clothes you wear when cycling will be dependent mainly on the weather. You will have to check the weather forecast before going cycling. The clothing you choose to wear will also depend on what level you want to cycle at and in what events you ar...

About fifteen years ago the city where I lived opened up a rail trail along the bed of an old rail road. In fact, the trail bordered my neighborhood and traveled about 5 miles north and 15 to 20 miles south of me. Additional trails leading east and...

Women are generally slighter in stature and height than men. They tend to have longer legs in proportion to their bodies, smaller hands and feet, wider pelvic bone structures, narrower shoulders and shorter arms. So women need to buy a specific women...

Just what IS a mountain biking vacation? This is one of the most common questions we receive and there are in fact several answers to this one. Everyone knows what a ski vacation is -right? You fly out West, or pack up the car and head North for a w...

Unicycling is not as hard as it looks. Like learning any other sport or skill practice is required. Most people average 10 to 12 hours to learn to be able ride a unicycle unassisted with some degree of control. To learn to ride a unicycle only requir...

A WeeRide seat enables you and your toddler to share the adventure and enjoyment of cycling by enhancing the riding experience through superior control and comfort for both you and your baby on almost any bike. The podium at the front allows the pas...

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The Slipstream-Chipotle team have taken a new approach to fighting back against the doping that has plagued professional cycling the past decade. The American team shows their commitment to competing clean by testing their athletes every 14 days by a...

Making Biking Easier and Fun? Confession: I use to work on bikes of all types in my teenage years and although I understood the mechanical aspects, I've had issues understanding gearing. I knew how to ride pretty well but when it came to going uphil...

The 2008 Tour de France is the 95th Tour de France. The event will take place from July 5 to July 27, 2008. Starting in the French city of Brest, France, the tour will enter Italy on the 15th stage and return to France during the 16th, heading for Pa...

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The Pan Massachusetts Challenge began in 1980 as a small group of friends rode their bicycles across Massachusetts to raise money for cancer research. The ride's initiator, Billy Starr, had lost his mom to cancer just a few years before. At the time,...

Finding great mountain bike trails is my passion. I am sure you have all been to some of the worst and maybe not to some of the best. As I find these great trails I will post them to this site.

Picking the right bicycle gear is as important as picking the right bicycle itself. A lot of energy is required by the biker to complete a bike journey and so it is important to wear the right clothing and shoes. Rider’s body needs to feel the...

Many people oppose helmets stating that they offer little to no protection against major impacts to your head. They would argue that we do not use helmets when driving a car or walking down a sidewalk even though we still have our heads exposed, so w...

Let's talk about wool. Let's talk about that silky-soft, all-natural revelation of a fiber. That constantly renewable, head-spinningly versatile and altogether unmatched material. It's more then just the best thing clothes could ever be made of: it'...

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The most important cycling race, The Tour, will start 4 July 2009. The 96th edition of the Tour de France includes 21 stages and will cover some 3.500 kilometers. Lance Armstrong has returned to the Tour and is part of the Astana team. Will he be abl...

I'm sure you've heard the phrase "Too many Chiefs..." well I wonder if there are too many chiefs on team Astana for this year's Tour De France. As I write this 6 of the 9 for the tour team have been selected and they are Lance Armstrong, Alberto Cont...

Today's stage of the Tour de France was custom made for a breakaway win with a category 2 climb and then descent to the finish line, but the sprinters and their teams dragged themselves over the climb and had it out in another sprint finish. A breaka...

Besides Bicycles and my Italian Greyhounds.... I love to shop! I've got too much, way too much!  What's mine could be yours. Crystal, Brass, Porcelain, Glass, Ceramics, Figurines, Ornaments, Vases, Planters, Beanie Babies, Trolls, Avon, the Heal...