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Featured Business/Advertiser: Inside Line Marketing is Making Brands Happen
When businesses want to stand out at events, expos, trade shows, and community activations, presentation matters. A strong tent, a sharp banner, professional signage, and a clean display setup can make an immediate impression. That is why Inside Line Marketing is such a valuable resource for the cycling and event community. Inside Line Marketing specializes ... Read more
Illuminate Your Ride: Knog Cobber Reflex Lights Adapt For Safer Cycling
As cycling safety becomes a top priority for riders across the US, the introduction of adaptive lighting technology like the Knog Cobber Reflex Lights could significantly enhance visibility and awareness on the road, especially in urban environments. This innovation raises important questions about how cyclists can better equip themselves for safety while riding in varying ... Read more
Boutique Bike Brand Standert Partners With Retailers Across Key Markets
Standert, the boutique bicycle brand hailing from Berlin, specialising in steel and aluminium bikes, has announced continued retailer expansion across key markets. From Via Atelier in London to Forever 1940 in Shanghai, Standert will be present across a range of high end, boutique retailers situated in key cities across Europe and China. Greetings from Berlin ... Read more
Gear Up for Local Bike Shops: Why Your Neighborhood Shop Needs You
The UK Supports Local Bike Shop Week, Remember Bike Shops? There is nothing like the look, the feel, and the smell of a local bike shop. The warmth, smiles and enthusiasm that comes from a small staff that are true “owners” of the business that they love. In the US we have become so consumed ... Read more
Unlock Your Endurance: 16 Science-Backed Tips for Long-Distance Cycling
With the growing popularity of long-distance cycling events across the U.S., understanding the science of nutrition and hydration is crucial for cyclists aiming to enhance their performance and endurance, or just trying to complete their first long ride and enjoy it. These tips can help riders tailor their fueling strategies to their individual needs, making ... Read more
Riding the Keto Wave: Can a Ketogenic Diet Fuel Your Cycling Performance?
The cycling ketogenic diet is gaining traction among US cyclists for its potential to enhance endurance and fat adaptation, raising questions about its effectiveness compared to traditional carb-loading methods. Understanding how this diet can fit into the training regimens of cyclists across the nation is crucial for optimizing performance. By: Coach Damian, Cyclopedia 1. Cycling ... Read more
Bike Industry Successful In Avoiding New US Steel & Aluminium Tariffs
by Ed Spratt Industry-wide action has helped to avoid the threat of 50% US tariffs on the steel and aluminum content of bikes, eBikes and frames. Bicycle Retailer reports that following a proposal by kids bike brand Guardian Bikes and an aluminum trade group last year, the White House has announced its updated list of products ... Read more
Say “Aloha” To Gravel in Hawaii This November
Aloha Gravel was born from a desire to make events in Hawaii to have a greater impact. Many destination events bring people to the islands, but much of the profit leaves with giant event organizers. The local communities, culture, and people don’t always benefit in the way they should. This realization sparked a simple but powerful idea: what if an event ... Read more
This Genius Bike Bell Outsmarts Even Smart Headphones
A carmaker found just the right frequency for a bike bell to make it past a headphone’s noise-canceling algorithm. Pedestrians wearing headphones who are unaware of their surroundings pose an accident risk for cyclists—especially if those pedestrians are blasting their favorite tunes in noise-canceling headphones that block out the rest of the world. A new bike bell ... Read more
The 7 Biggest Lessons Bike Touring Will Teach You (From 170 Continent-Crossing Cyclists)
By: Alee Denham, Cycling About Bike touring is an incredible way to see and experience the world, and it’s shaped much of how I understand both myself and the world around me. But I’m not alone in learning from these journeys, which made me curious whether common lessons emerge across continent-crossing cyclists. Fortunately, it’s now ... Read more