This post presents a step-by-step guide to safely return to cycling after suffering from Piriformis Syndrome. Piriformis Syndrome can shut down your ability to ride—or even walk—when it flares up. If you’ve suffered a severe case that left you unable to move without help, your recovery needs to be gradual, structured, and focused on preventing reinjury. Jumping back into … [Read more...]
Benefits of Bicycle Friendly Cities
There are many reasons why cities and towns should invest in cycling infrastructure. From economic advantages to creating healthier citizens, the benefits cannot be ignored. The good news is that many more cities are installing infrastructure to encourage cycling for everyday transportation. The following are some of the best reasons why the investments in cycling … [Read more...]
All You Need to Know About Child Bike Seats
Cycling with children can be a fun and rewarding experience, allowing for quality bonding time and promoting a healthy lifestyle. This comprehensive guide will discuss the various types of child bike seats and the factors to consider. Together, we can create countless memories and instill a lifelong love for cycling in our children. So, strap on those helmets, and let's get … [Read more...]
How the Bicycle Became a Symbol for Women’s Emancipation
During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, women began to escape some of their restrictions by riding bicycles. Despite strong opposition from men, women cycled on, and the bicycle became an instrument of change that subverted the status quo and became a powerful symbol of women's emancipation. In this post, Andrew McLaughlin tells us all about the extraordinary role played … [Read more...]
Why do Women’s Bike Frames Have a Dropped Crossbar?
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...]
