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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Repost => How to Hydrate Properly During the Hotter 'n Hell Texas Bicycle Ride
If you missed it last time around, check out this hydration article for Hotter N’ Hell!! Here is a recap from a previous post for some tips on staying hydrated this weekend… This is one of the hottest summers on record in ‘recent’ Texas history and you need to prepare well for Saturday’s Hotter ‘n […]
Fellow cyclist accident is a touching reminder of why we can never back down on safer roads for cyclists
Back in January, Wheelbrothers was notified of a bad road accident involving a fellow cyclist in Houston. While we are always saddened when something happens to one of our own, this accident was especially disheartening as these cyclists did absolutely everything right that day – from their safety precautions to their use of wearable ID’s. […]
Repost => How to Hydrate Properly During the Hotter ‘n Hell Texas Bicycle Ride
Here is a recap from a previous post for some tips on staying hydrated this weekend… This is one of the hottest summers on record in ‘recent’ Texas history and you need to prepare well for Saturday’s Hotter ‘n Hell bicycle ride. Last year Brad our team Doctor (Okay, so he is a Doctor that […]
The Key to Optimal Cycling Performance May Lie in Your Oral Health
When was the last time you finished a race and said, “Boy am I glad I got that cavity repaired – it made me perform so much better!” Unless you’re a dentist, probably never, right? In fact, oral health is usually the last thing any athlete thinks about when preparing or training for a race […]
Fit Wars: Are we there yet?
Bike fitting has been around as long as the bicycle itself really gaining prominence in the last 5 years and can closely be paralleled to a “gold rush” or “wild west” as certifications are subjective and easy to obtain from the shop’s leading manufacturer. Riding the coattails of increased fit awareness, anyone can call themselves […]
What is your recovery position?
Here at Wheelbrothers.com, we aim to bring you the best Texas has to offer in the sport of cycling. Today we have a real treat for you – one of the best bike fitters in the United States is stepping in to bring you some helpful information about sleeping positions and how it impacts your […]