The History & Science of Cyclist Leg Shaving

It was the summer of 1990, and Stephen Bullard had become a dedicated triathlete—fit and fast for swimming, running and cycling after five years of regula

The Importance of Base Training for Cyclists: A Comprehensive Guide

If youve ever signed up for a charity ride, fondo, or other endurance event and wondered how youd fit in all the training, you no doubt rejoiced upon learn

Set Cycling Goals Early: A Proactive Guide for Riders of All Levels

Come January, the Internet will be flooded with articles discussing how to accomplish your goals for the year. By waiting until spring to begin planning and t

Conquer Steep Climbs: A Cyclist's Guide to Summit Success

Your eyes burn from the sweat dripping down your brow. Your heart pounds and your breath feels shallow and pointless. Youre pedaling hard but hardly moving. Tac

Mastering Group Rides: Expert Tips from Pro Cyclist Ted King

This article is part of an exclusive series available only to Active Advantage members. To read more tips and training advice from the worlds top endurance athl

Bike Accident with Car: What to Do After a Collision

John Duggan was riding along the left side of a lane of vehicles stopped in a traffic jam, when a car pulled out from the lane to make a U-turn right in front o

From Commuter to Cyclist: Exploring the Difference

As our cycling editor once told me, Youre a bike rider, not yet a cyclist. For a man who subscribes to VeloNews, watches every stage of the Tour de France (ye

Fuel Your Ride: Cyclist-Friendly Soup Recipes & Benefits

Nothing beats sneaking in a wintertime ride and coming back home to something warm. Whats on the menu? SOUP. Hearty, wholesome, nourishing, warm soup. Its that

Preventing Bicycle Tire Punctures: 7 Essential Tips for Cyclists

The signs of a flat tire are always dishearteningly distinct: the hissing of air, the wobble of the handlebars, and a frustrated cyclist pulling off to the side

Best Bikes Under $1000: A Comprehensive Buying Guide

Though cycling elitists consider $1,000 to be bargain-basement territory for road and mountain bikes, many ­models at that price will provide you with years

Cycling Wisdom: Advice from Pro Rider George Hincapie

What do I wish I knew at the start of my cycling career? Well, how much time do you have? In truth its a great question, and one that Ive been thinking about a

Buying a Used Bike: 7 Expert Tips for Commuters

Follow Active.com Editor Brian Kendall as he trains for his first century ride. Check out his last entry here. Seven months out from my first century ride and

George Hincapie's Guide to Building Cycling Fitness for Endurance

My racing days have passed, but I still love to do Fondos and weekend hammerfest rides with buddies. Even if my legs dont have the snap they once did, my trash

Enhance Your Ride: Exploring Cycling Training Camps

Surely one of the great benefits of riding on a professional team is the annual training camp. Who wouldnt relish hours of riding in gorgeous weather on great r

Mechanical Doping in Cycling: How It Works & Detection Efforts

With the first ever case of mechanical doping present at the 2016 UCI Cyclocross World Championships in January, the UCI has been increasing their efforts to de

Century Ride Training Plan: A Beginner's Guide

Follow Active.com Editor Brian Kendall as he trains for his first century ride. Check out his last entry here. I dont think my cycling skills merit the title w

Megan Guarnier: Interview with Olympic Cyclist on a Record Year

Its hard to imagine a year that could top 2015 for American professional cyclist Megan Guarnier. The veteran road racer began the year by winning the inaugura

Assess Your Cycling Fitness: 3 Practical Tests for Performance

Developing a training plan that looks good on paper is one thing. Determining whether or not this training plan is actually working is another. In order to ach

Mental Toughness for Cyclists: Conquer Challenges & Boost Performance

My Legs Hurt! What are your thoughts really telling you and how can you turn it around to your benefit? Explore the psychological factors which can influence en

Wind Tunnel Testing: How Pro Cyclists Optimize Aerodynamics

Jon Hornbeck is a member of Holowesko-Citadel Racing Team p/b Hincapie Sportswear. Follow him on Twitter. Unlike other areas of cycling, the time trial discipl