Cycling and Bicycles

Bicycling is a great low-impact form of exercise and an environmentally friendly form of transportation. This board is about riding bicycles: training for cycling, useful cycling gear, clothing for bike rides, tips for cyclists, and other helpful resources related to road cycling, commuting, and recreational biking.

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Cyclists: Avoid Painful Saddle Sores!

Ouch! We've all been there - sore, tender, and perhaps a bit chafed in the undercarriage on a long ride. If you struggle with saddle sores while riding your bike, you're not alone. These tips, from a long-distance bicycle traveler who's tried it all - will help you prevent saddle sores during your bike rides. You'll also learn how to heal them quickly if the damage is already done. Because cycling is too fun to be so painful!

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Preventing Saddle Sores for Cyclists

Do you love riding your bike but hate how sore you feel "down there" afterward? Don't worry, you're not alone. Many cyclists of all kinds, from roadies to mountain bikers, deal with saddle soreness on longer rides. These hard-earned tips from long-distance bikepackers can help every cyclist prevent saddle sores, and treat them when the damage is already done.

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Snack Ideas for Cyclists

Wondering what food to carry on your next long road ride, mountain bike adventure, or training session? These varied snack ideas for cycling are packed with nutrition and energy to keep your pedals turning, plus they're easy to eat on the go. Includes vegan cycling snacks, keto cycling snacks, energy snacks for cycling, high protein cycling snacks, and real food ideas for very long rides.

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Shipping vs. Flying With a Bike: Which is Best?

Have a race or bike vacation coming up? Traveling with a bicycle doesn't have to be hard, but there are some important things to know including the differences between shipping your bike and flying with it as checked luggage. Here's how to choose the best method for you, your trip, and your precious bike.

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Are Dynamo Hubs Worth it For Cycling?

If you're a serious cyclist or die-hard bike commuter, you might wonder if a dynamo hub is worth the money. Here's what you need to know about dynamo hubs, the types of riding they work best for, and what I like and dislike about mine after 5000 miles of riding my bike.

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Cool Bike Accessories

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How to Choose a Comfortable Bike Saddle, For Reals – The Key To Finding A Pain Free Bicycle Seat Shape

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Bicycle Handlebar Phone Holder: Lamicall Review

I've cycled thousands of miles with my phone in this handlebar phone holder. It's a bit bigger than other mounts but it's extremely sturdy and very affordable. Here's my detailed review. Topics: cycling gear, bike gear

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Do Padded Cycling Shorts Make a Difference? Padded Cycling Shorts Tips

Do padded cycling shorts make a difference? Do I really need to buy and wear them cycling? Here are all the answers you need!

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Listening to Music While Cycling

Listening to music on a bike ride can be really fun! There's no better way to pump up the energy or pass long lonely miles. Here's how to listen to music safely while riding your bicycle, including how to know if it's legal where you are, tips on riding with just one headphone, staying aware of traffic, and the best headphones for bicycling.

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Gift Ideas for Women Cyclists

Know a woman who loves to ride bikes? This list of useful and delightful cycling gift ideas for women is full of ideas she'll love. Whether she's a road cyclist, gravel grinder, mountain biker, or commuter, there's a gift idea in this list for every female cyclist and every gifter's budget.

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Drop Bars vs. Flat Bars: Which Type of Bicycle Handlebar Should You Get?

Picking a handlebar type is one of the most important decisions you need to make when choosing a new bicycle. Drop bars and flat bars are the two most common types of bicycle handlebars, common on road bikes (or gravel bikes) and mountain bikes respectively. Pros and cons depend on the type of terrain you want to ride, your biomechanics, and riding style. Click to learn more or pin for reference!

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Cycling Review: Handlebar Phone Holder

I've tried many handlebar phone mounts for my bicycle, and this is the ONLY one I trust for off-pavement riding like gravel or mountain biking. I've cycled thousands of miles with this key piece of cycling gear and I recommend it to anyone who needs an affordable way to mount a smartphone on your bike handlebars. Click to see my full review of the Lamicall bicycle phone holder.

Cycling Snack Ideas

Fuel your next ride with these energy-packed snack ideas for cycling and mountain biking. Find energy bars, healthy snacks, vegan snacks, food ideas for long bike rides, and more.

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Cycling Snack Ideas: Fuel For Stronger and Happier Bike Rides

These cycling snack ideas will fuel any kind of bike ride, from a short neighborhood wander to an all-day epic. Whether road, gravel, or MTB, these snack ideas will keep your pedals turning.

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How to Carry Your Phone While Biking

What's the best way to carry a phone while biking? It depends on the type of biking, how you use your phone, and what you like to wear while riding. Here are 8 options and their pros and cons.