Feature Article
Fat Biking in Colorado
Colorado consistently ranks as one of the healthiest states in America. It is no surprise, then, that Coloradans are smitten with an outdoor winter activity that sounds insane to those in less active climes: fat biking. By: Colorado.com Staff WriterUpdated: April 17, 2023 This snow-season innovation allows exercise-zany Coloradans to keep their wheels spinning, no matter the season. Find out where to fat bike in Colorado below. Fat bikes are becoming fixtures on groomed multi-use trails throughout ... Read more
Celebrating Rest: Why Recovery Days Also Deserve Kudos on Strava
Listen to your coach…its important to crush your rest days in order for you to crush your training days. by Vint Schoenfeldt – VeloCoachElite.com In a world obsessed with PRs, KOMs, and QOMs on Strava, where every ride is a race against yourself and others, the significance of recovery often gets overlooked. As athletes, we tend to focus on celebrating our triumphs on the road or trail, forgetting that the key to sustained performance and ... Read more
Get Your Share the Road License Plate
Share the Road license plates raise awareness and encourage everyone to use our roads safely and respectfully. With nearly 6,000 plates on Colorado vehicles, together we’re spreading the word while raising funds to help make Colorado an even more bicycle-friendly state. By purchasing and mounting our Share the Road license plate on your car or truck, it reminds other drivers to be mindful of and respectful toward bicyclists and other vulnerable road users. Order yours ... Read more
Pedaling Through Paradise: Must-Experience Fall Cycling Trails in Colorado
As summer slowly bids farewell and the leaves begin their vibrant transformation, there’s no better time to explore the breathtaking beauty of Colorado on two wheels. Known for its stunning landscapes, the Centennial State offers many cycling trails perfect for immersing yourself in the magic of fall. In this guide, we’ll take you on a journey through some of Colorado’s best fall cycling trails, each with its unique charm and autumnal allure. So, dust off ... Read more
E-bike Rebates Still Going Strong
By Kate Agathon 5,502. Over five thousand more cyclists in the city. Over five thousand less cars sitting in congested Denver traffic. Over five thousand individuals seeking a healthier lifestyle through an alternative mode of transportation. Since its launch on Earth Day 2022, the City of Denver’s wildly successful e-bike rebate program has resulted in 5,502 (as of May 2) more e-bikes on Denver’s roads and bike lanes. “The popularity of our e-bike rebate program ... Read more
Beyond Bike Month
By Kate Agathon Although Bike Month in Colorado is officially over, for some community members, Bike Month is every month of the year. For these individuals, there is no designated Bike Month on their calendars, because every day is spent improving the community one bike at a time. Every day, these bike enthusiasts are working to get kids, special needs individuals, and others facing limited mobility options onto bikes. While the important work they do ... Read more
U.S. Cyclists in the 2023 Tour de France
By Kate Agathon The USA Cycling National Team (and Colorado!) will have a solid representation at the 2023 Tour de France. The average age of these phenomenal cyclists competing on the world’s biggest cycling stage is a mere 25 years. Here’s a snapshot of the six Americans (last year there were seven) who will be among the 176-person peloton competing in the 110th edition of the Tour starting this Saturday in Bilbao, Spain. Lawson Craddock ... Read more
The Engine Inside Explores the Potential of Bicycles Through Personal Narratives
By Kate Agathon A bicycle is an amazing tool: it can provide freedom, improve physical and mental health, and be used as a catalyst for social and environmental change. Narrated by Phil Liggett, The Engine Inside (2023) presents the complex and intimate stories of six bicyclists who consider the bicycle as a two-wheeled vehicle of empowerment in their corner of the globe. “There are over 2 billion bikes on the planet, and each has a ... Read more
Greg LeMond Reveals the Backstory to his 1989 Tour de France Win
By Kate Agathon American cycling legend Greg LeMond talks about trauma, victory, and resilience leading to his 1989 Tour de France win in his new film, The Last Rider. The Last Rider will be released in select theaters on June 23. “Very strange things happen in cycling.You can’t count a race as won until the last minute,” Spanish cyclist Pedro Delgado says dryly to the camera in The Last Rider (2022). The 1988 Tour de ... Read more
Getting Back on Track
Why the Boulder Valley Velodrome’s restoration is important to one Colorado Springs family and the future of track cycling. By Kate Agathon Imagine the thrill of riding a fixed gear bike with no freewheel or brakes on a steeply angled surface at speeds reaching 50 mph. Just you and your bike pushing the limits of speed- the ultimate flow state. Welcome to the world of competitive track cycling- a sport that initially sounds dangerous, but ... Read more
