Most people assume that crossbars were dropped on women's bikes to make it possible to ride with dresses. However, the primary reason was more scandalous than that! This post traces the design history of bikes with dropped crossbars, and reveals the surprising recent change in the gendered association of the dropped crossbar. I have previously written for Average Joe Cyclist … [Read more...]
A Cyclist’s Guide to Avoiding Road Hazards
This guide is designed to provide cyclists with an overview of the most common road hazards and tips on avoiding them. Cycling is a great form of exercise and transportation. It provides many benefits to the rider, including physical and mental health, environmental sustainability, and financial savings. But like any other form of transportation, cycling isn’t without risks. … [Read more...]
Bike-Friendly Cities in the USA for your Next Vacation
One of the finest ways to see American cities is on two wheels. Seeing the sights by bike is the ideal option for casual cyclists who want to get a closer look at what our cities have to offer, while keeping active on your vacation. There are many great places for cyclists of all skill levels to have fun in the United States. This post will help you to find them. Here's a … [Read more...]
7 Tips for Parents to Keep your Kids Safe on their Bikes
In this post, we offer 7 tips that will help parents to keep your kids on their bikes. If you’re a bicyclist, there are few things more exciting than introducing your child to the world of biking. Whether you start your little one with training wheels or on a balance bike, you’ll be teaching them a skill that they can use and enjoy throughout their lifetime. For kids, learning … [Read more...]
7 Helpful Tips for New Bike Commuters – Don’t Start Bike Commuting Until You Read This!
Have you ever thought about ditching your car and riding a bike to work ... and then thought, "I don't think I can do that"? Yes, you can! In this post, we have 7 tips for new bike commuters. We hope these will encourage you to start commuting on your bike - and make it much easier for you, too Tip 1: Practice Makes Perfect If you aren’t familiar with riding a bike, the … [Read more...]
