Earlier this month I hit a milestone – 1,000 kilometres (621 miles) logged as a bike commuter. How exciting!! And I have not been rained on once in this whole three month experience. I can feel the difference in my fitness level, even though I was relatively fit before I started. I am no longer afraid of hill climbing (within reason … of course). Best of all is the … [Read more...]
The 10 Best Reasons to Commute by Bike
As winter approaches, it’s time to remember all the amazing benefits one gets from commuting by bicycle – so many that I laugh in the face of winter! Commuting by bike is one of the best gifts you can give yourself. Ten Best Reasons to Commute by Bike To lose weight and build lean muscle. Ok, so we all know that regular exercise will help us to build lean muscle and … [Read more...]
How to Lose Weight Cycling so You Can Cycle Faster so You Can Lose Weight …
If you take up cycling, you WILL lose weight! I remember reading a story about a guy who went to a bike shop and asked how much money he’d have to spend to get a bike that was 8 pounds lighter than the one he had. He thought that with an 8-pound lighter bike, he would be able to start winning some races, instead of being left behind in the dust. The bike shop owner looked him … [Read more...]
Welcome to my Cycling Blog!
The world is full of average Joes who ride bikes; let’s get together and make it a better world for all of us Average Joe Cyclists. My name is Joe, and I’m an average cyclist who decided in 2010 to write a blog, in the hope that it will be enjoyed by average people who cycle. I hope to hear from readers about fun places to bike, and about cycling infrastructure problems and … [Read more...]
