New Study Found Indoor Cycling Burns 15% Fewer Calories Than the Machine Display Shows
Your stationary bike's display is likely overestimating your calorie burn. Research on indoor cycling equipment shows that the calorie counters on...
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He Spent $200 on Cycling Shorts and Says They Saved His 3,000-Mile Tour From Disaster
A pair of quality cycling shorts made the difference between a successful 3,000-mile cross-country tour and a journey cut short by saddle sores so severe...
Fact Check: Does Shaving Your Legs Save 7% Aerodynamic Drag on a Bike? Here’s What Wind Tunnels Show
The short answer is yes—but with important caveats. Wind tunnel studies consistently show that shaving your legs does reduce aerodynamic drag, though the...
At Least 58% of Cyclists Don’t Know How to Properly Adjust Their Derailleur
Many cyclists struggle with derailleur adjustment, and it's one of the most common issues bike shops encounter on their repair stands.
$300 Average Cost of a Basic Bike Tune-Up at a Shop and What You Can DIY for $40
A basic bike tune-up at a professional shop will typically cost you between $140 and $220 in 2026, not the $300 sometimes cited online.
The Urban Cycling Death Rate Crisis Explained in One Statistic: 857 Cyclists Killed in 2025
When people hear that 857 cyclists were killed in 2025, the number feels shocking but incomplete.
Bike Insurance: What Most Americans Don’t Know Could Cost Them $3,000 After a Single Theft
Most Americans don't realize that a single bicycle theft doesn't cost just the value of the bike—it costs thousands more in insurance premium increases,...
Gravel Biking in 2026: 4.2 Million New Riders and The Numbers Are Growing Faster Than You Think
The gravel biking boom appears to be accelerating into 2026, with participation numbers suggesting that the category has moved well beyond a niche trend.
Warning: Your Bike Lock Can Be Cut in Under 12 Seconds if It Cost Less Than $30
Yes, your bike lock can be cut in under 12 seconds if it cost less than $30. Most budget cable locks fall to standard bolt cutters in just one or two...
New Study Found Drivers Pass 23% Closer to Cyclists Without High-Visibility Clothing
A comprehensive study from the University of Bath has revealed a sobering reality for cyclists: drivers pass approximately 23% closer to cyclists today...