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Ride Away the Years: How Cycling Can Combat Aging’s Challenges
We know cycling boosts our physical health as we age but can it also help us come to terms with getting older? By Nick Christian If you haven’t heard of American tech entrepreneur Bryan Johnson, count yourself lucky. At the same time, we apologise, because this is where your run of fortune ends. The lengths ... Read more
The Hidden Wealth of the Trail: How Greenways Are Revitalizing Local Economies
By: Gary Robinson, AvidCyclist.com From the rugged peaks of the Rockies to the lush forests of the East Coast, the United States is home to a diverse and thrilling collection of trails and greenways. For cyclists, these paths represent freedom, adventure, and a safe haven from vehicular traffic. However, beyond the obvious recreational and health ... Read more
Brewed for Cyclists: Lachlan Morton’s Instant Coffee Raises the Bar for On-the-Go Energy
Written by Jeremy Benson If you’ve been following road or gravel cycling in recent years, then Lachlan Morton needs no introduction. The Australian cyclist originally made a name for himself as a professional road racer before charting his own path of endurance challenges and gravel racing. From an Eversting World Record, his own “Alt Tour,” a record-setting lap around Australia, a ... Read more
Size Matters. And In Gravel, Sometimes Smaller Is Better-The Louisville Gravel Grinder Retrospect
By Jason Strohbehn Thoughts Following a Grassroots Gravel Event This past weekend, I attended the third annual Louisville Gravel Grinder in Louisville, Nebraska. Organized by a local cycling club out of Omaha, the event offered 50K and 100K distances and served as a perfect early-season kickoff for gravel riding in the region. With around 200 ... Read more
Raise Your Floor, Break Your Ceiling: How Tracey Jacobs Is Redefining What Women Can Do On A Bike
By: Gary Robinson, AvidCyclist.com At AvidCyclist.com, we are always on the lookout for businesses and individuals who elevate the cycling community. This week, we are thrilled to feature Tracey Jacobs Coaching, a premier coaching service dedicated to helping cyclists—especially women—break through their perceived limitations and achieve athletic excellence. With a philosophy centered on the belief ... Read more
Younger adults are car-dependent, but more likely to switch to active travel, new study finds
By: Megan Huws, Roadcc Younger adults in rapidly growing cities are more car-dependent than older generations, but could be quicker to move to active travel if conditions improve, new research suggests. The study, Generational differences in active travel: Estimation, decomposition, and policy implications, explores how age, environmental and socioeconomic factors shape commuting habits in an urban ... Read more
Gear Up for National Bike to Work Day: Friday, May 15, 2026
By Gary Robinson, AvidCyclist.com As the weather warms and the days grow longer, cyclists across the nation are gearing up for one of the most anticipated events of the year: National Bike to Work Day. Set for Friday, May 15, 2026, this annual celebration is the crown jewel of National Bike Month, an initiative championed ... Read more
U.S. Pro Cup Returns to Washougal with Elite XC and Short Track Racing
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE U.S. Pro Cup Returns to Washougal with Elite XC and Short Track Racing Washougal, Washington — The U.S. Pro Cup Washougal returns to the Pacific Northwest, bringing elite-level cross-country and short track mountain bike racing to Washougal. Hosted by Zone 5 Promotions, the event is part of the U.S. Pro Cup, a ... Read more
Avid Cyclist Announces Official Media Partnership With Gravel Worlds For 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Littleton, Colorado. April 22, 2026. Avid Cyclist (AvidCyclist.com), a premier destination for cycling news, community, and resources, is thrilled to announce its new role as the Official Media Partner for Gravel Worlds for the 2026 cycling season. This strategic partnership unites two organizations dedicated to fostering the love of cycling, celebrating grassroots ... Read more
“Endurance Fitness Is Rented, Not owned” – How To Regain Fitness Faster After Detraining
From sudden injury to life’s inevitable interruptions, we break down how detraining saps your power, what it does to your body and how to bounce back faster than ever. By James Witts Consistent cycling forges muscles akin to granite, a visible vascular network that impresses all and a positive outlook on life. But what happens ... Read more
