I live in a tiny, cramped, outrageously designed apartment in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It’s essentially an attic-turned-studio, and the only way in is through a dark, claustrophobic staircase. Don’t get me wrong; I love my apartment because it’s the cheapest on the block. However, bike storage is always an issue. I certainly can’t fit it up […]
How to Avoid Dangerous Drivers While Cycling
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In a perfect world, cyclists would have a lane above the road. Or at least always have the right of way. Not happening. So learn to avoid dangerous drivers. When drivers are considerate, sharing the road rarely a problem. Many cities are bike-friendly, and even tourists are alerted to watch out for cyclists by signage […]
Top 5 Tips for Bicycle Touring with Children
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Here are my top 5 tips for bicycle touring with children. Remember, keeping your kids happy & safe is key to a memorable family bike tour. Here’s how you do it. I don’t have any kids. While you might think this must leave me clueless on the topic of touring with children, my combination of […]
How to Stay Warm While Cycling
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Brr! Biking through winter is cold! I know–I live in Boston. Here’s my guide on how to stay warm while cycling through the winter months. We just got pummeled by snow here on the east coast. That Nemo guy wasn’t kidding around. I won’t be biking any time soon. When the snow banks are this […]
My Bike Ride Across Georgia
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There is no better way to experience a new place for the first time than on the seat of your bike. I learned this firsthand when I did the Bike Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) in 2007 with a good friend I met in college. His family did it every year, and he asked me to […]
Difference Between Touring & Commuting Panniers
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Panniers are like people: they come in all shapes & sizes. Learn the difference between touring & commuting panniers from someone who tours AND commutes by bike. Unlike people, however, panniers can be differing degrees of waterproof, made from a variety of materials, and have purposes that range from short bike commuting to hardcore bike […]
4 Bike Tour Training Tips You Didn’t Think Of
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If you’re planning a bicycle tour, you’ve already thought about your physical training regimen. But here are 4 unique training tips I bet you never thought of. You’ve probably exhausted all of your resources, and you know that a combination of endurance and physical strength are the keys to getting you through the entire tour. […]
How to Cure 5 Common Bicycling Pains & Injuries
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Learn how to cure the 5 most common bicycling pains, including lower back pain, toe numbness/foot pain, headaches, & other cycling injuries. On one of my commutes this week, I started to notice that the toes on my right foot were going numb. It’s something that has happened to me before, but I never thought […]
Choosing the Best Touring Biking Helmet
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Learn how to choose the best biking helmet for your next bicycle tour. Whether you’re biking around town or across America, you need a comfy, protective helmet. I’ve never been in a serious bike accident, but after a few years of biking through the heart of Boston,I’ve certainly come close. My daily commute is ten […]
Top 4 Indoor Cycling Trainer Tips to Stay In Shape Through Winter
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Let’s be honest: winter cycling’s a drag. Stay in shape through the winter with these 4 indoor cycling trainer tips & ride your stationary bike to glory! When you get out of work and walk outside into complete darkness with the slick sidewalk beneath your freezing feet, it is officially winter, and it might be […]
