Why Paper Journals Are Making a Comeback Among Long-Distance Cyclists
Strava has 125 million users. Ride with GPS has detailed route analytics. Every bike computer syncs to the cloud. Yet there’s a quiet rebellion happening...
Most Cyclists Train Core Wrong
As someone who spent years doing countless crunches without seeing much improvement in my cycling, I learned the hard way that core strength for cyclists...
One Exercise Fixed My 15% Power Imbalance
Single leg strength work has gotten complicated with all the exercise variations and “functional training” advice flying around online. As someone who struggled with a...
Road Cyclists Are Ditching Pavement for Gravel
Getting into gravel biking has gotten complicated with all the gear recommendations and “you need this” lists floating around. As someone who made the switch...
Cycling Burns 40% Fewer Calories. Most Choose It Anyway.
When it comes to cardiovascular exercise, the biking versus running debate seems to never end. I’ve done both extensively over the years, and honestly, the...
iPhone vs Sony A7 for Bikepacking. We Settled the Debate
You’re 200 miles into a bikepacking route through remote wilderness. Your Instagram followers expect epic photos. Your gear-obsessed cycling friends want pixel-perfect sharpness. But your...
Lost in Translation? 7 Cultural Mistakes Cyclists Make in Southeast Asia
Cultural etiquette for cyclists in Southeast Asia has gotten complicated with all the conflicting travel advice floating around. As someone who’s spent three cumulative years...
The 50 Phrases Every Touring Cyclist Needs in Spanish, French, and German
Language prep for cycle touring has gotten complicated with all the apps and translation devices flying around. As someone who’s toured through Spain, France, Germany,...
What 14 Countries Actually Check When Cyclists Cross Borders
What 14 Countries Actually Check When Cyclists Cross Borders Border crossings on a loaded touring bike range from simple passport stamps to multi-hour interrogations about...
Cycling Metrics That Actually Matter for Long-Distance Riders
Cycling metrics have gotten complicated with all the data flying around. Power meters, heart rate monitors, GPS units, training apps – you name it, there’s...
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