With the first day of summer behind us and the weather improving after a long, crazy spring, the opportunities to ride are increasing. Our blog will be filled with riding interviews to help you plan your ride schedule for the season. Many are happening all around Texas this weekend. One such ride is the Cow […]
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Ride Interview – Heart of Texas Recumbent Rally and Rodeo 2016 – Austin, Texas
It may be far off, but the HOT Recumbent Rally and Rodeo taking place in February 2016 has a limited number of spots, and they’re filling up fast! The original HOT mama Jane Knight tells all below and encourages participants to grab their spot for a one-of-a-kind experience! Why join your ride? The HOT (Heart […]
How Cycling Boosts Your Immune System
Ever notice the pulse in your blood, the increase in energy, and all around vitality that seems to follow a ride? Granted, most of that is adrenaline. But some additional theories have been hypothesized about a link between exercising and an incredible elevation of the bodies immune system. Though none of these theories have been […]
Ride Interview – Collin Classic – McKinney, Texas
If you’re looking to participate in a great ride supporting an even better cause, consider joining City House’s Collin Classic on June 13th. All profits of the ride and bike raffle go to children in need in Northern Texas. We got in touch with Rob Scichili, who’s leading the event. Check out the interview below […]
A Purchase that’s nearly as Complicated as Getting Married
Maybe it’s a bit extreme to compare buying a bicycle to getting married, but the decisions and options are nearly as endless. Like many other purchases, the cool features and different bicycle styles could leave you a little befuddled. But we’ve created a handy guide to help you not only figure out which type you […]
How to Successfully Complete your First Century
If you’ve taken up cycling in the last year and find yourself desiring to complete your first 100 mile ride, you might have a lot of questions. What should you take? Should you go with a group? How can you make sure your body is up to the task? What if you get lost? These […]
A Guide to Cyclists’ Etiquette
Whether you’re riding on your own or in a group, there is a set of rules you should follow as a courtesy to everyone you share the road or path with. This post is a reminder for the veteran cyclists and a mini-lesson for newer ones. Relaxed and Steady Riding This courtesy suggestion is three […]
12 Essentials Every Cyclist Should Have in Their Fanny Pack
Being prepared is essential to any long-distance ride. Things happen to even the most careful of cyclists. You don’t want to be the person dropping things from an overfull pack like crumb trail for other cyclists or weighing yourself down. But it is important to have a few essential things tucked away just in case. […]
Spring Fever Bike Rally
Downtown Sulphur Springs, Texas, March 14th, 2015 If you’re looking for a challenging ride with plenty of scenery and good old-fashioned Texas hospitality, then the Spring Fever Rally is the one for you. With a choice in distances, this one is perfect for beginners and marathoners. Kicking off in pretty downtown Sulphur Springs before winding […]
5 Ways to Maintain Healthy Joints for Bicyclists
It’s no surprise to most bicyclists that the health of their joints, especially the knees and ankles, is vital to their sport. Too often, cyclists wait until something is hurt before they take action to care for them. As an old Dutch proverb states: “Prevention is better than cure.” Below are five ways to upkeep […]