Recreational Cycling

My friend and I cycled through over 300 miles of some of England's most beautiful landscapes. It was hard work, stressful, and lonely at times, but most of all it was unforgettable.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

A three-wheeled recumbent bike is a great choice for anyone. They put less stress on your joints and back, and they're a lot of fun. This article reviews some of the best ones around.

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

Riding a bike offers many advantages, including health benefits, affordable travel, and swift travel through heavy traffic. This article looks at the downsides, however, listing 10 disadvantages of cycling.

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.

Is your bike starting to rust? Here are a few easy, affordable ways to remove that oxidization at home.

Cycling has increased in popularity in recent years, due to the many benefits, which include health, affordability, environmental, and speedy travel around cities. This article looks at the main 12 advantages of riding a bike.

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.

Finding a good quality BMX bike for under $200 is a tough task, but not impossible. This article reviews a handful of capable, affordable BMX bicycles that won't break the bank.