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4 BMX Moves That Will Make You a Better Roadie

You never know when you'll need to hop a curb to avoid an accident. Learn how these four basic BMX skills can improve your bike handling and make y...

By Bicycling

Never Miss a Ride with the Best Indoor Cycling Apps

On the days that you can't hit the open road, or if you just prefer the intensity, fun, and community of indoor cycling classes, there are a variet...

By Sosha Lewis

10 Cycling Tips to Get Faster

Does the monontony of training have you stuck in a rut? Spice up your workouts by incorporating these tips into your training plan that will help y...

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Unboxing the Future of Foot Recovery: A Hyperboot Holiday Review

Is the Hyperice Hyperboot worth it? Our review covers the features, benefits, and holiday sale details for this high-tech recovery footwear.

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9 Ways for Cyclists to Get Outside Their Comfort Zone

From setting new climbing milestones to learning bike maintenance, we gathered nine ways to help you get outside your comfort zone on the bike this...

By Michael Nystrom

Festive Fall Metric Century Rides

Don't let the fall season pass you by before getting in a good ride. Check out these metric centuries you should tackle before the offseason.

By Brian Kendall

Festive Fall Century Rides

Take in the crisp air, fall foliage and moderate temperatures the best way possible—on a bike.

By ACTIVE.com

Hot August Rides

If you prefer pickle juice over lemonade or a bike saddle over a lawn chair, you might want to check out these hot August rides.

By ACTIVE.com

Fall Charity Rides

Yes, it is the season before the season of giving, but these fall charity rides are sure to put you in a giving mood early.

By ACTIVE.com

How to Tell If You Need a New Bike Chain

All bike chains are designed to be replaced. Here are three ways to tell when it's time to change yours.

By Michael Nystrom

10 Cycling Books Guaranteed to Inspire

Pedaling a bike is the ultimate source of inspiration, but these 10 books are the next best thing.

By Michael Nystrom

Spring Metric Century Rides to Consider This Season

If you're keen on the world's standard units of weights and measures, you should check what the rest of the world deems a "century ride."

By Brian Kendall

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