On a ride with a buddy right beside me, I once shifted the front derailleur and the chain fell off the outside of the big chainring. My friend could barely call a warning before I had shifted the chain right back into place. He was amazed. He’d never seen this trick even though he’s an…
by Stan Purdum Because cycling is a popular activity, there are many bicycle-related items available to tempt enthusiasts, and some of them are expensive. But which cycling gear is the most essential? Here’s some guidance.
List of bicycle parts Bicycles have a lot of different parts, and they’re easy to get confused. We’ve put together this complete list of bicycle parts, with a quick explanation of what each part is. Not every bicycle has every part. But if you’re unsure of what a part on your bicycle is called, you…
By William C. Fischer Today, on Memorial Day, I bicycled fifty-six miles with my friend. We have been biking and skiing together for over fourteen years. I’m fifty-four, he is fifty-one. We have seen our children grow up, our marriages grow full, and our bellies grow large – that is why we started to bike….
By Sheri Rosenbaum The Most Versatile Piece of Gear for under $30 I don’t think there’s a more versatile piece of clothing than a neck gaiter. They are great for keeping you warm and controlling your body temperature when biking, hiking, skiing or even out running errands. Wear it at the beginning of a cold…
