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Beginner Riding Tips

Handy tips for beginners on everything from how to maintain your bike to important riding skills and strategies. Learn how to make every ride more enjoyable, whether a Sunday cruise or training for a race.

Fix Five Common Repairs

Answers to common bike maintenance questions. Armed with these tips, you'll keep bike shop trips to a minimum.

Fix a Flat

It's a fact of cycling: flats happen. Learn to make repairing them...

Guide to Washing Your Bike

A regular wash does more than polish up your bike, says Mike Yozell, Bicycling's in-house mechanic. "It helps you find wear and tear so you can fix it before it's too late." He recommends cleaning...

Find Your Perfect Fit

A well-fitting bike can often go unnoticed...

How to Teach Your Kids to Ride

Eric Porter teaches his sons how to ride like only he can: check out this fun video that captures a rad dad in action!

Find The Perfect Saddle

Make sure you're getting the most out...

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Eleven Tips to Make You a Better Crit Racer

Crush your next criterium with these tips.

Time Trial Equipment: What's the Biggest Bang For Your Buck?

What time trial equipment will provide you the most time savings for your money?

Keep Your Cool in the Heat

Tips to keep you pedaling through the summer heat.

Eight Ways to Become a Better Climber

A former Australian pro draws on years of experience to help you improve your climbing.

Flying with your bike: tips from a baggage handler

How to make sure you bike arrives safely at your destination.

Eight Tips for Laundering Your Cycling Kit

Follow these tips to make sure you're taking good care of your cycling kit.

How to Embrace Riding in the Rain

Seven tips for surviving a rainy ride.

10 Tips for your Bike Commute

10 tips to make your bike commute go smoothly.

What to do if you come across an injured rider

What to do if you come across an injured rider.

How do I become a better climber?

Crush climbs with these six tips.