Feature Article
Taming the Bicycle – By Mark Twain
In the early eighties [1880’s] Mark Twain learned to ride one of the old high-wheel bicycles of that period. He wrote an account of his experience, but did not offer it for publication. The form of bicycle he rode long ago became antiquated, but in the humor of his pleasantry is a quality which does not grow old. Taming the Bicycle by: Mark Twain I thought the matter over, and concluded I could do it. ... Read more
Rediscovering the Joy of Cycling: Why Slowing Down Can Spark Your Passion
Cycling is a beautiful contradiction. It’s a sport of numbers—watts, miles, cadence, elevation—but it’s also a simple pleasure: two wheels, open road, and the rhythm of your breath. Somewhere between chasing PRs and analyzing power files, many riders lose the spark that first got them on a bike. The pure joy. The freedom. The feeling of being a kid again. But here’s the good news:Joy isn’t gone. It’s just hiding behind the metrics.And you can ... Read more
Your Guide To Debunking The Top Anti-Cycling Arguments You Will Hear In 2026
You’re scrolling the comments under an article about a new bike lane and there it is: “No one uses them!” Or maybe you’re riding peacefully down a calm urban street when a passing driver yells, “Get off the road!” Or my personal favorite, “Cyclist don’t pay taxes, they shouldn’t use the roads at all!” Anti-bike arguments aren’t just frustrating—they’re outdated, inaccurate, and often repeated without a shred of evidence. The good news? You don’t have to be a ... Read more
“50 Ways To Bike The Nation” -US Cycling States Ranked
Admit it, you started to read that title to the tune of Paul Simon’s “50 Ways to Leave Your Lover”. At avidcyclist.com, we believe the bike is a passport — to fitness, freedom, community, and adventure. But where you live can dramatically affect your riding experience. Some states provide expansive trail systems, bike-friendly infrastructure, and welcoming cycling culture… while others have a long way to go. Below is our comprehensive ranking of all 50 states, ... Read more
Did You Know? Fun Facts About Bikes and Those Who Ride Them.
Most cyclists know, or think they can answer questions related to, the history and fun facts about cyclists, and cycling. Who was the first American to win the Tour de France? (spoiler alert, it is not Greg Lemond.) How many bicycles exist in the world right now and hoe many are manufactured each year. When did pedals first appear? Did you know that Orville and Wilbur Wright owned and operated their own bike shop? From ... Read more
The Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort- Cycling’s “Field of Dreams”
We have traveled hoping to get some good cycling in only to find out the place you booked is no where near a good place ride, they don’t allow bikes in the room, or nowhere to go after a ride to refuel with a pint or snack. Have you ever had dreams of a place that was designed for you, and your bike, and your ride? It is here…The Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort. And ... Read more
Ride of Awareness: Paving the Way for Safer Roads – By Kate Agathon
Tour de France Champion joins distinguished group WRITER’S NOTE: Four years ago, I read a heartbreaking essay “To the Driver Who Hit Me and Ran” by Boulder elite-level cyclist Andrew “Bernie” Bernstein. Published by Outside Magazine, the former Bicycling Magazine editor recounted the struggle of recovery after he was left to die in a ditch after being struck by a van while riding on his way home from training at the Boulder Valley Velodrome in July 2019. The crash ... Read more
What I Learned At The Foco Fondo
By Lynn Piefer, avidcyclist.com New Belgium Brewery was the perfect host for this event. If you were able to take a brewery tour, you would have learned about sours and how they were made, the history of Belgium ales, and cool new words like: “flocculation”, (and no, it is not something used in a Tinder profile). We all know that Reese’s is where peanut butter met chocolate. Well, when bikes met beer, New Belgium called ... Read more
How Bentonville Arkansas Went From Walmart Town To Bike Mecca
Buoyed by the interests of the family behind Walmart, Bentonville has become an unexpected hub for cycling. By: Emily Cochrane Listen for the click of a bike gear, shifting in tune with its rider. A whoosh of air as tires lift off the ground, then a satisfying thud as the bike returns to earth. The clack of a cyclist’s cleats, fresh off a ride, in the downtown square. This is the soundtrack to Bentonville, a ... Read more
7 Health Benefits of Cycling Regularly
“Go Ride Your Bike” I can not count the times I heard my mom scream that to me growing up. Well, she was on to something. Whether riding a bike outdoors or using a stationary bike at home, the gym, or in a spin class, cycling has been shown to improve overall health and increase fitness. It also provides lifestyle benefits such as reduced emissions when used as transportation. Riding a bike is an accessible ... Read more
