Cycling
Posts about everything related to amateur bikes and cycling. Pedal into some new knowledge today with these articles, suitable for riders across different skill levels. Tips and tricks, essential bike maintenance, planning cycling routes, and immersing yourself in bike culture are just a few of the elements explored here.
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Navigating Mixed-Use Paths As a Cyclist
You can see them everywhere in the US: mixed-use paths. But why are these types of paths so common? And are they really the cycling…
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Got Milk? Chocolate Milk Is the Ultimate Cycling Recovery Drink
You’ve pushed yourself through a challenging day on the bike, and now it’s time to replenish your body. You take off your helmet, go to…
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6 YouTube Cycling Documentaries That Will Satisfy Your Wanderlust
If you really think about it, it’s amazing how many wonderful cycling ‘movies’ you can tune up through YouTube, right in your web browser. Image…
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Do’s and Don’t’s For Planning Winter Workouts on a Bike Trainer
Winter is well underway, and that means many people have taken their training indoors. If you’ve never trained on a bike trainer before, never fear!…
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How To Keep Your Cycling New Year’s Resolution
As we enter the new year, many of us set resolutions that will improve or otherwise bring meaning into our lives. For new or established…
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6 Unexpected Skills You Learn From Cycling
Ever wondered how pedaling a bike could change your life, beyond just physical fitness? Discover the six unusual skills cyclists can learn from riding… and…
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5 Gym Workouts That Actually Work for Cyclists
As a cyclist, you might not have considered going hard in the gym before. But did you know gym workouts can be the perfect complement…
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Ride Smarter, Not Harder With “Zone 2” Training
Are you spending some time in Zone 2? This type of riding is a critical element for most cycling training plans. But what exactly is…
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Maple Syrup: A Cyclist’s Secret Superfuel
As the leaves turn, would you like to bring a taste of autumn to your cycling outings? Maple syrup can make a tasty alternative to…
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Mike Kirby: Ride Long, Ride Happy
Interested in long rides? Thousand-kilometer trips aren’t for the faint of heart! Let’s learn from expert Mike Kirby from The Cycle Scribe as he shares…
About
Welcome to CyclingScoop
A little over a year ago, we started this blog with the simple mission of writing about cycling and the professional sport in a way that’s accessible to everyone.
Whether you’re new to riding, just getting into pro racing, already in love, or simply curious about some aspect or another of cycling, we welcome you!
