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For most of us, our love for all things cycling started at a young age. Someone somewhere inspired us to get on a bike and we've never stopped pedaling since. Now it's probably time to pass that passion down to a new generation and we've got some helpful tips.  This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. The number one rule: Have fun! Cycling should always be fun. When is cycling not fun? Um never, it's always fun. It's not scary, intimidating, or ...gasp...work! Cycling is something to be enjoyed, anyone can hop in a car and be dri …
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Turns out, biking is not just good for your body and joints, but it's also the best choice for the environment. Here are 10 ways using a bike to get around your city can help save the world - and improve your life in the process. Reduces household emissionsRiding your bike to work rather than driving can cut down on your household emissions by at least 6%.Reduces traffic, tooCars produce .97 pounds of pollution per mile annually; bikes produce none. Bikes are also up to 50% faster than cars during rush hour.Cuts down on healthcare costsBiking makes you healthier, which in turn saves every …
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What do you do to get your cycling fix when you're indoors? We recommending curling up with a nice cup of whatever-you-like and an awesome cycling documentary on Netflix. For those of you who don't have Netflix, write in and we'll help you figure something out!Here's 5 we recommend:                                                                Bikes VS Cars (2015) : Bikes vs Cars is a documentary about the bike and what an a …
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Spring is the perfect season for falling in love, and we've got some introductions for you. Riders, meet your match- Here are 5 bikes we're absolutely in love with this spring.Bianchi Infinito CV Chorus : The Infinito was designed for the rider who wants to mix it up on Saturday's fast tempo group ride yet still remain comfortable logging a century on Sunday.The all-new Infinito CV has expanded its appeal to Pro Tour, Spring Classics racers and the most discerning performance enthusiasts thanks to its exclusive use of Countervail technology.In addition to Countervail, rider comfort is enh …
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Your instruction manual probably doesn't come with these common "sins" cyclists make on the regular. Want a list of how to avoid being a terrible bicycle owner? Here you go!Not Checking Your Bike Before You RideAir? Lube? Weather conditions? Brakes? Front/Rear wheel quick releases? You need to check your bike and your gear before you set out on your ride. You could be avoiding some nasty headaches further down the road. Making sure you've got all the right gear and your bike is in condition to suit your ride is not just making sure all your ducks are in a row, it's also to ensure your safety. …
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