Feature Article
The True Origins of the Copper Triangle: How Two Colorado Cycling Legends Birthed a Rocky Mountain Classic
If you ask most cyclists when the iconic Copper Triangle ride began, they will likely tell you the year 2000. The internet says so. The official timelines say so. But history, as it often does, has a way of smoothing over the gritty, chaotic, and brilliant details of the actual beginning. The true inaugural year of this legendary Colorado cycling event was 1999, and it was born not from a corporation or a nonprofit, but ... Read more
Gravel biking – Everything You Need To Know About This Off Road Discipline
A crash course on the most popular buzzword in cycling and what it means for your gravel biking choices By: Josh Ross Gravel biking is one of the biggest growth areas in all of cycling right now. New people are joining the experience every day, there are new adventures to be had and new paths to explore, and many of the biggest names in cycling have ranges that include the best gravel bikes, through to more ... 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 benefits, these corridors of protected open space are quietly serving as powerful engines for economic growth. Across the country, communities ... 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 by the League of American Bicyclists since 1956. Whether you are a seasoned commuter or a curious beginner, this day ... Read more
The 2000km Self-Supported Race Across South Africa Is Not For The Faint-Hearted
With the leading rider not far from the finish line of this year’s RASA, here’s an overview of this 2000km self-supported monstrosity of a bike race. April 20, 2026 By Myles Kelsey The Race Across South Africa (RASA) is a long-distance, self-supported bikepacking race that follows the historic Freedom Trail across the country. It stretches for roughly 2000km, beginning inland near Pietermaritzburg in KwaZulu-Natal and finishing in Wellington in the Western Cape. What defines the race ... 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 with the big box price points, that we have lost site of a part of our culture in cycling, and ... Read more
55 years ago, 1,200 Portlanders joined bike ride to demand carfree space
By: Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor), Bike Portland Portland has a long and interesting bicycling history — from the ‘1896 Cyclists Road Map‘ printed long before cars were sold, to elected officials who biked to City Hall long before the term “bike friendly city” existed and the modern, massive group rides that grab global attention. I’ve shared that history on BikePortland over the years. And now, a recent photo shared by City of Portland archivists on the Vintage ... Read more
Pedals, Pints, and Purpose: Why the Bikes & Beers Series is the Ultimate Cycling Experience
There is a beautiful logic to the combination of bikes and beer. Cycling, after all, is a sport built on ritual — the pre-ride espresso that sharpens the mind, the post-ride pint that rewards the legs, and the unhurried hours in between spent talking about routes, gear, and the next great adventure. While many local group rides end at a favorite watering hole, one organization has taken this perfect pairing and elevated it into a ... Read more
Could Refurbished E-Bikes Be the Secret Weapon of the Livable Streets Movement?
By: Kea Wilson, Streetsblog USA A high-quality used market could be the boost America needs to get would-be riders off the sidelines and into the saddle, a new report argues. A robust refurbished e-bike market could be the secret weapon we need to get more Americans riding — and it would also help stretch rebate dollars and steer buyers away from illegal e-motos that are giving the mode a bad name, new report suggests. A nationwide ... Read more
Bikes, Beers & Beans: 20 Amazing U.S. Bike Shops That Are Also Tap Houses And Coffee Shops
There is a beautiful logic to the combination of bikes, beer, and coffee. Cycling, after all, is a sport built on ritual — the pre-ride espresso that sharpens the mind, the post-ride pint that rewards the legs, and the unhurried hours in between spent talking about routes, gear, and the next great adventure. Across the United States, a growing number of visionary shop owners have recognized this truth and built something extraordinary: spaces where you ... Read more
