Bike Commuting Tips

Tired of rush hour traffic? Find fitness and freedom on the road as a bike commuter. These tips, tricks and tactics will have you leading a more car-less life in no time.
Pedal With Purpose: Ride to Work

With the right gear and a little planning, riding to work is easier than you think. It's good for your training, your world and even your bottom line.

Freedom From the Grind: Become a Bike Commuter

Discover how commuting by bike can change the way you think about your time on the saddle.

10 Tips From Hard-Core Bike Commuters

Want to start bike commuting, but don't know how to make the change? Two hard-core riders offer advice on weathering your two-wheel trip to work.

How to Handle a Bike Accident With a Vehicle

If your bike collides with a vehicle, there's certain steps to take in order to protect yourself. Here's a rundown of what you should do in the eve...

Important Safety Tips for Commuting by Bike

You've seen them on the road. Vigilantly pedaling through rain, sleet and snow. "Lunatics," you comment to your co-workers. But secretly you want t...

Legally Speaking: When Good Lights Go Bad

You're at a stop light, but it's not changing and there are no cars in sight. How do you get through the intersection while remaining a law-abiding...

Intro to Bike Lights: A Safety Tool for All Seasons

It's imperative for cyclists who ride in the dark to have lights--often it's the law. Here's how you can increase the odds a car will see you, and ...

10 Tips for Riding in the Rain

Sooner or later, you'll have to ride in the rain. Employing these equipment tricks and bike-handling skills can go a long way toward making the exp...

A Daily, Weekly, Monthly and Yearly Bike Maintenance Checklist

Here's one to print out and thumbtack next to your repair stand--a list of things you need to go over on your bike to ensure a safe, well-cleaned a...

Nathan Reflective Gear for Cyclists and Runners

Whether you're riding home from work in winter or out on a late-day training ride in summer, staying visible is important. Try these three reflecti...

Are You Covered?

Find out how your car insurance could cover you if you're injured as a cyclist or a pedestrian.

5 Quick Tips to Keep Your Bike Running Its Best

A little at-home maintenance can make your components last longer, your bike run smoother and your ride more enjoyable.