Road cycling involves riding a road bike on paved streets. Road bikes typically have smooth, narrow tires for increased speed and comfort, and drop handlebars which allow for multiple hand positions on long rides (plus the ability to get low and aerodynamic.)
Scroll down this page for links to my articles about road cycling basics, group ride etiquette, racing advice, and everything you ever wanted to know about leg shaving!
Or jump to basic skills, cycling gear, cycling tips, weather, leg shaving, or road bike racing.
Road Cycling Basic Skills
These articles cover basic biking skills, such as riding technique and how to shift gears, and also things everyone needs to know, like what chamois cream is.
Bike and Gear Buying Advice
These articles cover purchasing a bike, making sure you choose the right bike, and useful parts upgrades. Whether you want the best gear or the best value for your money, you’ll find the answers you need here.
So you bought some new parts... and they don't work together. Or some mail order sent you the wrong size jersey. Maybe you need a
Sick of your reflectors taking up space, but you want to stay reflective? Ditch Your Reflectors For Reflective Tape Instead of using those unsightly reflectors
Road Cycling Advice About Every Possible Topic
Here is some miscellaneous advice for all road cyclists – we’re talking important debates like regular or bib shorts, important tips like how to keep clean and comfortable, and important maneuvers like getting a dropped chain back onto the chainrings without stopping.
Dealing With the Weather
Even on smooth pavement, you’re bound to get caught in some nasty weather at some point. You might even want to go out in the snow for fun. Here’s how to handle these cold and wet weather conditions.
Road Racing
Advice for those of you entering road bike races.
Leg Shaving – Yeah, Men Shave!
Here’s everything you need to know about shaving your legs, including the what, why, how, when, and where.
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Today's question is about finding sunglasses that keep wind out of your eyes when riding your bike...
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Every time I talk about using fixed gear track bikes for training purposes (and why it's pointless,) I am met with more and more arguments
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Today's question is about finding a good carbon water bottle holder that holds the bottle well and isn't too flimsy...
