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Tackle Heavy Legs: Essential Recovery Tips for Every Cyclist
Heavy legs after cycling? Learn the main causes of cycling fatigue and discover proven recovery strategies to get your strength and speed back faster. “Why do my legs feel so drained after a ride?” If you’ve ever finished a ride only to notice heavy, achy legs, you’re not alone. Fatigue is a normal part of ... Read more
Ride the Circle: Experience the Magic of the Enchanted Circle Bicycle Tour
By the Avid Cyclist Staff Date: August 8, 2026 Location: Red River, New Mexico Produced By: The Ride Collective Prepare to experience the raw, natural beauty of Northern New Mexico on August 8, 2026, with the Enchanted Circle Bicycle Tour. Produced by our esteemed partners at The Ride Collective, this event offers cyclists the ... Read more
Factor Sarana: The Ultra-Endurance Gravel Race Weapon
By AvidCyclist.com Staff When it comes to gravel cycling, the lines between “adventure bike” and “race bike” are often blurred. Some bikes lean heavily into bikepacking utility, sacrificing speed for stability, while others prioritize aerodynamics at the expense of comfort. Factor Bikes, a brand deeply rooted in high-performance racing, has set out to bridge this ... Read more
Enough is Enough. There is an Urgent Need to Enforce Laws Controlling E-Powered Scooters and E-Motor Bikes
Scooter Rider and Cyclist Are Killed in Head-On Crash on N.Y.C. Bridge The collision on the Queensboro Bridge involved an e-scooter that is not legally allowed to be used on the streets of New York. While this made national headlines this past week, these instances e-scooter and e-motorcycles mis-represented as e-bikes because they have pedals, ... Read more
End of an Era: KHS Bicycles Shutters U.S. Operations After 50 Years
By Jeremy Benson On its Instagram page yesterday, KHS Bicycles posted a message informing the public that it will close its U.S. distribution business after 50 years. Founded in 1974 by Wen and Susan Hsieh, KHS Bicycles, known primarily for its mountain bikes, will officially cease operations on May 31, 2026. This announcement does not ... Read more
Experience the Ultimate Cycling Retreat: Vibe Tours Women’s Spain Camp
By: Gary Robinson, AvidCyclist.com For female cyclists looking to elevate their performance, connect with an international community of riders, and experience the breathtaking beauty of Andalucía, the ultimate opportunity has arrived. This November, multi-time national and UCI Gravel World Champion Tracey Jacobs is partnering with Vibe Tours to host an exclusive Women’s Spain Camp in ... Read more
Espresso on Wheels: Zwift and Rocket Espresso Brew Up a Cyclist’s Dream Machine
We’re getting to the business end of the Giro d’Italia and Unbound Gravel starts later in the week, but the coolest new bike-related product we’ve seen today is this Mozzafiato Fast coffee machine, a collaborative project between Zwift and Italy’s Rocket Espresso. What is it about cycling and coffee? Yes, there are plenty of tea/herbal ... Read more
The Ultimate Guide to Pre-Ride Nutrition: Fueling Up for the Finish Line
Whether you are embarking on a long endurance effort with friends, lining up for a race, or pushing through a rigorous interval session, what you eat before you ride sets the stage for your performance. Proper fueling is essential for maintaining high energy levels and keeping your blood sugar stable from start to finish. However, ... Read more
Arkansas’ One-Of-A-Kind Mountain Bike Park In The Ozarks Is Opening In 2026
For mountain bikers, there’s nothing quite as luxurious as hooking your bicycle to a chairlift. You don’t have to downshift to an easy gear, grind your way up a slope, or drench your helmet in sweat. Just sit back and enjoy the wooded scenery; the lift will handle the rest. By the time you reach ... Read more
Do E-bikes Count as Exercise, Or Are They Just a Fun Ride?
By: American Heart Association Anyone who’s sweated their way up a hill on a traditional bicycle can understand the appeal of an electric bike, or e-bike. Who wouldn’t want a boost to get to the top? This probably explains why hundreds of thousands of e-bikes are now sold in the U.S. every year. “They basically ... Read more
