Cycling for Muscle Growth: How to Overcome Plateaus

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Mountain Bike Gears: Troubleshooting Shifting Issues (Fuji Nevada 2.0)

Questioni just bought a mountain bike and have no clue what i am doing.  i bought the fuji nevada 2.0, on the right hand side it has the gears and on

Look Cleat Compatibility with Exus Pedals: Can You Use Red Look Cleats?

QuestionHi there, I have exus pedals and need some new cleats, but my local bike shop says they dont make them anymore. Can I use red look cleats instead?

Best Bikes for Larger Women: Finding the Right Fit & Strength

QuestionIm a 300lb female that wants to buy a good bike to use daily for exercise and trips with the family.  Can you recommend a good bike that I won

Best Biking Maps for Sonoma Valley & Marin County | Cycling Routes

QuestionDo you have any suggestion for biking maps for the Sonoma valley in California.  We are a group of ten going biking for a week and like to rid

Best Hardtail Mountain Bikes for Beginners: A Buying Guide

QuestionQUESTION: I have been riding a 60 dollar bike from walmart for a few years, and have since met a guy named Aaron whos dad works with my dad, he is

Understanding Tandem Bicycles: A Guide for Curious Cyclists

QuestionMichael, I was visiting Boston recently and saw a tandem bicycle only for a few seconds but still cant believe what is was.  There was a rider

Schwinn Aluminum Comp Mountain Bike Upgrade Guide: Maximize Performance

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Cycling Numbness and Knee Pain: Causes and Solutions

Questionthis season I have been getting numbness in my left hand only, and after a short while into my rides. I am also starting to feel some pain in my kn

Cycling Numbness & Knee Pain: Saddle Setup & Position Adjustments

Questionthis season I have been getting numbness in my left hand only, and after a short while into my rides. I am also starting to feel some pain in my kn

Cycling Shoulder & Neck Pain: Causes & Solutions

QuestionI just recently got into bicycling with my wife.  Im embarrassed to say, but I bought some cheap bikes from Canadian Tire... Anyway, I was ha

Buying a Road Bike: A Beginner's Guide to Timing & Options

QuestionI am a first time buyer and was looking at a beginner bike such as a Trek 2100, or a Giant OCR.  When is the best time of year to buy a bike?

Best Hardtail Mountain Bike for Off-Road Riding (BC)

QuestionHi there, George! I am looking to purchase a new bike for off road riding, up hill(BC~ lower mainland riding) and I have pretty much narrowed it do

Mountain Bike Fit & Riding Position: What You Need to Know

QuestionI have a mountain bike. However, it was my moms. It is good condition, but I am worried slightly about fit. Ive spent this last semester at college

Beginner Triathlon Training Plan: Prepare for Your April Race

QuestionI am 37 and would like to enter a certain triathlon for beginners in April 2008.  I used to weight train a good bit but in the past several ye

Relief for Chafing on Bike Seat: Finding the Right Saddle

QuestionMy husband and I own a burley tandem with a soft ride.  I dont seem to have much problem with bruising soreness, but tend to have problems wit

Choosing Your First Adult Bike: A Comprehensive Guide

QuestionHi Michael.  Im 52 and newly back to biking.  I purchased a used Murray bike and have gone from riding a 3 mile stretch to 10 miles with

Comfortable Bicycle Recommendations for Recreational Riders

QuestionHi Carl: I am a recreational biker, age 72. I generally ride on quiet streets and boardwalk on a nearby beach. About 10 miles every other day. I cu

XC Mountain Biking Training Plan: Preparation for Your Race

QuestionHi, I am University student in New Zealand doing a research assignment. I am a recreational Mt Biker but am now looking to enter in a Im XC race in

Best Step-Through Bikes for Men (Under $300) - Raleigh Venture Review & Alternatives

QuestionI need to buy a step-through type bike with a forgiving, well cushioned seat. Im 6 ft tall and am thinking about a Raleigh Venture, but all the adv