John is an experienced cycling enthusiast and a great asset when it comes to writing skills. He's a Bachelor of Arts and a talented journalist. John is in charge of our blog and writes posts on a variety of cycling-related topics.
You've likely already seen some professional BMX riders on television or online do some tricks that seem inhuman. Naturally, no one starts that way, and there's a significant learning curve in getting that good. Often people start with easy tricks that they can learn at home before graduating to more complex ...
Everyone instinctively stays indoors during the snowy winter season. You may miss cycling outside and have an intense urge to go, but can you ride a bike in the snow? Absolutely. Although it is not easy, you can ride a bike in the snow. It is just as tricky as any method of getting around during winter, but with ...
Your bike's handlebar measurements affect your comfort and balance when riding. A wide handlebar offers more control because of its large lever, and a narrow handlebar is more aerodynamic. The optimal handlebar measurement offers either or both conveniences depending on the cycling style, but how are handlebars ...
There are many bike brands in the world, but two of the best that stand out have to be the Campagnolo and the Shimano brands. They're both known for producing excellent products and making strides in the cycling market. In this article today, we shall be putting Campagnolo vs. Shimano groupsets against each other to ...
When you’re talking about two brands that have shaken the entire biking industry in recent years with their innovations and unique products, there’s no way that SRAM and Shimano won't come to your head. They're well-known and two of the best bike brands in the world, known for their quality, reliability, and ...
The Rollercoaster trail at Alafia River State Park caters well to the family since, despite being an intermediate-level trail, there are ways to opt out of some of the jumps that make it tricky. Also, except for the jumps, the singletrack trail is relatively flat, and given the trees, ...
The Eagle trail is one of those trails you go to when you need a short, chill ride away from the sun. It’s mostly shaded with a boardwalk and shell rock path. There are also no steep climbs, drops, or hairpin turns, meaning you don’t have to worry about speed. As such, you can cruise ...
Described by some as the most fun trail in Florida, Ridgeline certainly lives up to its reputation. It’s rated as difficult terrain, so it’s not for everybody. However, unlike most of its counterparts in this category, it’s not technical, with flowy ups and downs.
The Balm Boyette Scrub preserve is one of the best-hidden gems for riders who like a challenge. You can do all-day riding here, starting at multiple points and ending up somewhere different, with the trails offering different views and sceneries to keep you motivated.
The San Antonio Mission trail is one of the longest trails in San Antonio, with impressive historical sites, and as such, it’s great for all-day riding, especially for beginners. It takes about four hours and 21 minutes to complete on average. Additionally, you get to go through all the five missions in San Antonio ...
