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Summer Cycling Tips

Summer Cycling Tips

Summer will soon be here, bringing sunshine and warm temperatures perfect for cycling. While the weather may be picturesque, it also can wreak havoc on the skin and body. Dehydration, overheating, and sunburn are a few issues that cyclists must contend with during summer. Follow these summer cycling tips to enjoy rides throughout the season. [...]

A Brief History of the Tour de France

A Brief History of the Tour de France

Each year, the beautiful country of France hosts the most prestigious multi-stage cycling race in the world, The Tour de France. Even people who are not avid cycling fans have heard of this event, which has a long and interesting history. Brush up on your knowledge before June 29, the date that the 2013 Tour [...]

Who is Mark Cavendish?

Who is Mark Cavendish?

Mark Cavendish touts himself as the “fastest man on two wheels” and there is truth to this claim. Known as the “Manx Missile,” this cyclist has been compared to a running sprinter that pushes on the starting blocks and though he is just 27 years old, he has many notable achievements. Fresh off a stage [...]

Who Is Chris Froome?

Who Is Chris Froome?

Born in Nairobi, Kenya, Chris Froome is not your typical road racing cyclist. Though Froome was raised in South Africa, he rides under a British license resulting from the birthplace of his father and grandparents and his own passport. Solid time trials and strong mountain climbing abilities have made this 27-year-old a strong worldwide contender. [...]

Who Is Tejay van Garderen?

Who Is Tejay van Garderen?

America has a new generation of professional cyclists who are giving the current leaders a run for their money and Tejay van Garderen is one of them. As a member of the BMC Racing Team, 22-year-old van Garderen already has some substantial accomplishments. This Boulder, Colorado, native is making a name for himself worldwide. Tejay [...]

Who is Peter Sagan?

Who is Peter Sagan?

Peter Sagan may be only 23 but he is already taking the cycling world by storm. Nicknamed “The Terminator,” Sagan is a professional road cyclist for the Cannondale World Tour team. The beginning of the 2013 season has been extremely fruitful thus far. We can only imagine what the future holds for this young, exciting, [...]

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