14 Quick Tips for Better Cycling

The pro cyclists you saw swooping around France in July didn't always have those wiry calves and ninja-like reflexes. At some point, they all had to learn how to train smart, to clip into their pedals, even how to shift gears.

While only a select few of us will ever take in the view from atop a podium, we can all rejoice in the fact that no cycling skill is impossible to master. To that end, we asked coaches, mechanics, top racers, and other experts to help you improve your ride, whether you're trying to set a century PR or just figuring out how and when to push that little lever on your handlebar.

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