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Women are better cyclists

Women Are Better Riders

by David Balkin David Balkin’s theory is, not only that women are naturally better recreational riders, but that they have the opportunity to kick start a renaissance on wheels “I was and still am hoping that a huge resurgence in bike riding is possible but that’s only possible if women take the initiative. I thought [...]

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Outfitted for the Elements

Curious about how to dress in the cold weather for cycling? Cycle and Style has a guide to help you dress just right for temps in the 20′s through the 60′s.

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A Girl’s Guide to Bike Shops

A Girl’s Guide to Bike Shops

We have been in many bicycle shops over the years and the vast majority, have great helpful staff that are happy to help female customers. There are alas, a few bad apples: guys who only want to talk to my husband, one bike store manager who was downright rude, and the plain old unhelpful who [...]

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C & S’s Quiz on Buying a New Road Bike

C & S’s Quiz on Buying a New Road Bike

By Tara R. McKee The sport of road biking is rapidly growing in popularity among women. Like a running group, women find they can enjoy the social aspects of working out together. Road biking offers a great workout, a chance to see some great scenery along the way, and is a lower impact sport than [...]

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Girls on campus with their bicycles

Commuting Styles

A Girl’s Guide to Commuting by Bicycle By Tara R. McKee  There isn’t just one type of bicyclist and there isn’t just one type of commuter cyclist either. Commutes vary according to where you live and how far you have to ride. Let me introduce you to some of the most basic types of bicycle [...]

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