Broadly speaking, anyone who rides a bicycle on paved surface streets and roads — as opposed to off-road trails, backcountry landscapes, beaches or uncharted wilderness — is a road cyclist, whether the purpose of that cycling is errand running, messengering, commuting, recreating, exercising, adventuring, touring or racing.

2025年1月3日 · Road cycling involves riding a road bike on paved roads. Road bikes are known for their drop handlebar, low weight, smooth and narrow tires, aggressive geometry, and aerodynamics. These features allow you to ride fast on paved roads (mainly tarmac) without spending as much energy as on other bike types.

2024年2月1日 · Are you just getting into road cycling and want to know how to get the most out of your new hobby? Read this article and watch the video for ten top tips on how to make your experience as a new road cyclist even better. Enjoy cycling …

Use double sided mountain bike pedals and mountain bike shoes if you don’t race. Getting off the bike to walk into a coffee shop or clipping in fast to get across an intersection or when stopped on a steep grade are the advantages.

2020年11月15日 · Whether your trails are unrideable in winter, you want to get in better shape for next year or you just like the idea of trying something different, a road bike can be a good addition to your...

In this article, we'll cover the basics of choosing a road bike, bike clothing and other gear and accessories. We'll also provide tips on how to ride a road bike and favorite gear picks for road biking .

2024年10月14日 · Here’s what you need to know about the differences in mountain biking versus road cycling—key points to keep in mind before making the switch from one to the other. Though mountain biking and...

4 天之前 · Yes, for some of us, the differences between a road bike and a mountain bike might be obvious but to the beginner cyclist – this can be confusing. Although road bikes and mountain bikes look wildly different, cycling’s two dominant categories have greatly influenced each other. More than a century ago, when few European roads were tarred, and all bicycles were all-terrain. After the Tour ...

In this article we are going to discuss how to use road cycling in your training as a mountain biker. We will discuss mechanical differences, pros and cons, timing of road workouts, and specific workouts. The road bike, compared to a mountain bike, is a more efficient use of your energy.

Make your transition from road to trail easier, safer, and more enjoyable with these simple tips. Road cyclists may assume moving from road riding to mountain biking is easy. While it is true that the transfer of fitness is an easy move, some of the skills learned in road cycling can get in the way of successful mountain biking.