Recreational Cycling

Most of us are well aware of the negative consequences of alcohol, and yet the post-race ritual will often involve a drink or two, either in celebration or perhaps - in commiseration.

Pros and cons of ordering a dirt-cheap city bike online from Amazon.

There are many ways to enjoy bicycling in New York City. It is a wonderful way to explore the area and get a little exercise at the same time. Consider a ride from Harlem to Governor's Island!

A guide to choosing the best bar tape for your road bike. There's lots of choice out there from cork to synthetic tape and even leather

Are you looking for a bigger behind like Kim's or Beyonce's? Could cycling help you to get a bigger butt? Or what gym exercises could you use to enhance your booty?

Buying a road bicycle can be daunting for beginners. This article will take a look at five of the best, affordable entry level road style bikes you might like, offering a brief review of each one.

There is no doubt. This is THE premiere paved bikeway in the USA.

Repairing a bicycle puncture is relatively simple, requiring few tools. It should be possible to perform a repair in about 30 to 40 minutes. This pictorial guide shows you how to remove a wheel and tyre, locate the hole in the tube, patch it and put everything back together.

Too many cyclists think they own the road and the pavement and that rules just don't apply to them. I disagree.

Looking to ride a fixed gear bike on the cheap? This piece takes a look at five viable fixie options for less than $300. Hopefully you'll find the best option for riding bliss

The "human engine" is more efficient than you think. Human Powered Vehicles (HPVs) have taken on many forms and they are testing the ingenuity and physical prowess of their engines.

Building a fixed gear bike on a budget? Upgrading? This article reviews a selection of the best single speed cranksets around, looking at build quality and durability, as well as performance.

How to use MTB disc brakes with road style brifters (shifter/brake combo levers) without the mushy feel or long lever travel.

Got a track bike build project in mind? Start with a solid foundation: the frame. This article reviews some of the best, cheap fixed gear frames around, looking at strength, looks and value.

Cycling for health and sport. The irony of the modern cyclist. Trying to safely cycle in a world of 2000 pound metal monsters piloted by morons. Dedicated to Mike Hall.

If you're a cycling fan, a great bicycle computer with cadence measurement can really improve your enjoyment of the sport. This article lists the pros and cons of some of the best computers out there.