Monthly Archives: July 2011

Is Cycling the New Golf?

I’ll bet you’ve heard that line before. It’s become almost a cliche. But at its heart, the expression tells us something about the changing tastes of adults in recreation. Industry figures sum up the story: The National Bicycle Dealers Association … Continue reading

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Chasing Pavements

Here’s a guest post from a reader on the other side of the globe, 17-year-old David Low of Singapore. (To remind our American readers, “pavement” is the U.K. English word for “sidewalk.”) Should I give up or should I just … Continue reading

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The King of the 25-Milers

My riding so far this year hasn’t been anywhere near the level of last year, when I racked up over 4,000 miles. That hasn’t particularly bothered me, since I’ve been riding regularly and have been enjoying myself on the bike. … Continue reading

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Filed under Heat, Rides