Feature Articles
I’ve received some terrible cycling-themed Christmas presents over the years – and I treasure them all
By: Tom Davidson Christmas is a time for giving. Everybody knows that. Still, if you’d asked me when I was a child, I’d have told you the opposite. “Giving? No way! Christmas is about presents,” I’d have said. I was half right, too. Think about the logic for a second: if Christmas is a time for giving, then every gift given must also have a receiver. In turn, giving and receiving happen in equal measure – ... Read more
The Last Minute Gift Guide For The Cyclist In Your Life
CHRISTMAS IS LESS THAN 48 HOURS AWAY, and if you are anything like me, panic has set in, as I woke up to find I have under 2 days to get it done: shopping. Now it’s time to find the perfect gift for the cyclist in your life. But what do you get for the person who seems to have everything with two wheels? Don’t sweat it. We’ve got you covered with a list of ... Read more
Cyclocross Deserves a Future, Not Short-Term Profit-by Elodie Kuijper
My name is Elodie Kuijper.I was a professional cyclocross rider until I had to stop in 2022 not because I couldn’t keep up anymore, but because it became financially unsustainable. What many people don’t know is that two thirds of the cyclocross peloton pay for everything themselves.Travel. Campers. Equipment. Staff. Everything. “But don’t all those riders live off generous start money?” Make no mistake that applies to maybe 10% of the peloton, at most. Cyclocross ... Read more
The 6 Coolest Bike Paths In The World
We can do our part to make this planet healthier by choosing more sustainable lifestyles, like forgoing some car rides, and taking a bike instead. To get you in the mood, here’s some of the coolest and most innovative bicycle infrastructure that’s already out there. Hopefully it inspires you to lobby your own locality to build unique bike paths of its own. Cycling Through Water, Genk, Belgium We can’t cycle on water, but it certainly ... Read more
“Following You” – Finding Purpose From Fear And Tragedy
This one is all about finding purpose and how often times it comes from a place of fear and tragedy. I’m proud to share with you a short film we have been working hard on. It’s called “Following You,” and it’s about purpose, how it changes, how it grows, and how we often lose sight of it as life moves forward. As children, our purpose is shaped by dreams. As adults, those dreams can fade, replaced ... Read more
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
