Choosing the Right Road Bike Size & Budget-Friendly Options

QuestionHow do I know what size frame is good for me?  I am about 511 and about 185 pounds.  Is there a way to figure what size frame I should be

Shoulder Pain After Cycling: Causes & Bike Setup Tips

QuestionHi Michael, Im not sure if you can offer any suggestions with this. After going on a 17 mile ride after not biking for a while, I developed very p

Midwest Camping & Mountain Biking Trip Ideas from Cincinnati

QuestionRobert, I am trying to plan a fun weekend for my boyfriends birthday.  We both love camping and are just getting into the mountain biking hobb

Best Bikes for a Family in London: Beginner's Guide

QuestionHi - can you help me with good basic advice ! My husband and I plus 15 year old daughter want to take up biking . We Live in south east of London -

Best Online Tools for Planning Bike Routes & Mapping Elevation

QuestionAre there any websites online that help plan routes or tours for road trips?  I just used randmcnally.com but was hoping for something a littl

Trainers vs. Rollers for Road Bike Training: A Triathlon Athlete's Guide

QuestionI bought a rode bike for racing in a triathlon.  I also want to train during the winter months.  I have a recumbant bike in the basement.

Mastering Bunny Hops with Clipless Pedals: A Beginner's Guide

QuestionHow do u bunny hop with clipless pedals? im still finding it hard thanks mate AnswerI didnt even know what bunny hopping was, so I did a Google se

9-Speed Cassette Compatibility & Bike Upgrade Advice

QuestionThanks, Michael.   I am not planning to use the Shimano parts!  I am going to leave the old bike untouched.  I described it simply

Pacific Coast Biking Trip: Seattle to San Diego - Feasibility & Advice

QuestionNext summer  (early June)I am taking 2 grandsons (they will be 14& 16 and I will be 60)biking from Seattle to San Diego I want to take aprox 3

Best Budget Commuter Bikes Under $500 - 6 Mile Commute

Questionthanks Mike for the fast reply and extra Qs I will be doing a very short commute to work every day (5d/wk), appx 6 miles round trip.  I live v

Cycling Safety: How to Handle Chasing Dogs on Your Bike

Questionhi, have you got any answer for dealing with pursuing dogs when cycling. AnswerPedal faster!   Seriously, generally you have two choices. St

Shimano Tiagra vs. 105: Which Groupset is Right for Triathlon?

QuestionH Michael, could you tell me about the major differences in these components please? I seem to be getting mixed reviews by bike shops. I plan to b

Tandem Bike Route Planning: Vermont to Massachusetts - Advice Needed

QuestionHoward: Thanks for making yourself available. My wife & are going to be riding our tandem (self-supported; inn to inn) on the Greeen Mtn loop (Bur

Optimal Cycling Cadence for Steep Climbs: A Guide

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Returning to Cycling After an Injury: A Gradual Return to Fitness

QuestionI was in a cycling accident a couple of months ago, and just got my arm cast off and will be ready to start riding again within the week. I took a

Felt F1C Carbon Road Bike Review & Discount - Is it Worth It?

QuestionHi Michael,  Ive been riding a Specialized Allez (Columbus SLX) for years now and have been happy with it, but Ive decided to splurge and buy

Preparing for a 70-Mile Mountain Bike Ride: A Comprehensive Training Plan

QuestionHello, I have a question about preparing for a big trip I have to make soon.  I need to ride a mountain bike about 35 miles on roads to a city

Buy Used Bikes in Amsterdam: Reputable Shops & Safe Options

QuestionHello Michael, I need to purchase a used bicycle in Amsterdam. A number of people have told me to buy a stolen one near the university but I do no

Best Bikes for Towing a Tag-Along Trailer: Expert Advice

QuestionHello, I hope you can help me. I need advice on buying a good bicycle to tow a barley piccolo tag-a-long.  I currently have a wal-mart special

GT Aggressor vs. Gary Fisher Marlin: Which Bike is Better for Upgrades?

QuestionHey, I just bought a GT Aggressor with a lot of upgrades from a friend. Now Im wondering if I should move the upgrades to my Gary Fisher Marlin fra