Bicycling10 Tips to Make Century Cycling a SuccessBicycling - By james stout and Jennifer AckerBicycling editors and expert coaches share tips for making 100 miles go as smoothly as possible. The century ride is a long-distance adventure that requires a certain level of preparation, discipline, skill, and top-notch endurance. But the hard work is definitely worth the effort, as there’s …
BicyclingWhat Is a Century Ride and Why Is it a Bucket List Goal for Cyclists?Bicycling - Jarrod NobbeEverything to know before you sign up to ride 100 miles. There are all types of bikes (trail, gravel, road) and all kinds of rides (bikepacking trips, races, charity events), but there is one ride that serves as an iconic milestone for almost every cyclist: the century ride. Whether you’re a seasoned …
BicyclingBikepacking America's Longest Multiuse Trail NetworkBicycling - Sebastian ModakGas-station pizza, a medieval-themed hotel, canal and railroad bike path. Experience New York's multitudes on the Empire State Trail. Even the slightest rain can sound thunderous inside a tent—and this was not slight rain. It came down in buckets, just as my partner Maggie and I were settling into …
Bicycling10 of the Most Romantic Rides in the U.S.Bicycling - by Katie JacksonYou don't need a bicycle built for two to have a romantic, stateside cycling adventure, Romance on Route 8 This bi-state ride begins in Cincinnati, Ohio, and runs along the Ohio River in Northern Kentucky. The winding ride goes through many scenic parks, passes by farm stands, and includes a river …
Bicycling2025 Gran Fondo Calendar: The Best Long Distance Cycling Events in the U.S.Bicycling - Natascha Grief, NASM-CPT, -CES, -CNC, -BCS, -SFCTick an item off your bucket list with our list of 2025's most scenic and challenging gran fondos. January • February • March • April • May • June • July • July 12 • August • August 2 • August 2 • September • October • November Think of them as the marathons of cycling. Some of them could even be called “centuries with a sexier name,” …
BicyclingThe Case for Taking a Break from StravaBicycling - Trevor RaabSociety has a social media consumption issue, and cycling shouldn't be part of the problem. I’ll begin by singing some praises: Without Strava, I’m not sure I’d have re-engaged with cycling at the level I did. Coming from just occasionally messing around on mountain bikes as a teenager to trying my …
