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About John

Hey everyone! I’m John and I am the owner of this site. After giving a modern day bike a try, I was immediately hooked and could not get over the amazingness such a simple invention had. As you can tell, that is also how this site came to be.

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The 10 Best Commuter Bike Helmets For 2020

December 12, 2018 by John

When it comes to bike helmets, they are usually unisex. That is usually but there are some specifically designed for men and others designed just for women but they do exist. So for those of you looking for something very gender specific, I have gathered the best bike helmets for men that I’m sure you …

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See Why Flectr Bike Safety Products Might Be Worth Buying

December 8, 2018 by John

Flectr has some safety products that you might find to be quite interesting. With a more advanced approach to reflectors, will this be something you should actually invest in or is it not worth your hard earned money? As more of a commuter type biker, I find this to be somewhat unique but the price …

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10 Really Good Reasons You Should Bike To Work

November 28, 2018 by John

I have nothing wrong with cars and life will be really complicated without one in this modern world we live in so they are actually really awesome. However, I do love what a good old bike can do, especially with all the benefits that come with it. Some of you might be on the fence …

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Slow Bike Problems? This ONE Solution Fixed Everything

November 22, 2018 by John

Sometimes your bike will slow down and it can cause some confusion and even some panic. This has happened to me and I went through so many bike hacks to try to find the solution and almost nothing worked until I discovered this completely obvious solution that some newb bikers might not know about. It …

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Knowing How Much Your Bike is Worth Helps – A Lot

November 20, 2018 by John

How much is your bike really worth? Whether you are looking to sell, trade, or you just want to know, knowing the value of your bike will help you a lot more than you think. To some, bikes are nothing more than a toy of some sort and the thought of putting an actual value …

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The Beginner’s Guide on How to Buy Bike Lights

November 19, 2018 by John

Before you go buying any lights for your bike, you might want to read this guide. Bikes and lights are what seem to be a very common combination. Venture out into getting some for yourself and you will then realize that it is not as simple as it seems. At least for some of us. …

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Are Beryl Bike Lights Any Better Than Regular Old Lights?

November 17, 2018 by John

Cycling is not just a hobby. It’s a lifestyle. And that’s what CEO and Founder of Beryl, Emily Brooke believes and I could not agree more. Whether you are blazing through some trails, cycling on the roads in training for the Tour de France, or simply riding to work, this is one lifestyle that I …

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5 Benefits of Taking a Break From Bike Riding

November 15, 2018 by John

I have been on a riding craze for the past two weeks and I actually have not taken a break until today. Although I did not want to stop, I feel that it was necessary for a few reasons actually and I would like to share them with you. Whether you are cycling to work …

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20 Best Gifts For Bikers in 2018 That They Will Probably Never Buy Themselves

November 14, 2018 by John

Looking for that perfect gift for the biker in your life? That’s great, because we have put together a list of the best gifts for any biker out there, that I’m sure they will absolutely enjoy. Bikers are a very unique group of people so you need to understand that they will put money into …

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My Personal Take on the Cannondale SL3 – My Everyday Ride

November 12, 2018 by John

So I went for a visit to my Mom’s the other day and went looking for something in her storage. Before finding what I was looking for, I ran into my Cannondale SL3 trail bike that has been sitting for about 4 years. Yikes! The tires were flat, the paint was a bit dull, and …

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10 Things You Absolutely Need If You Plan On Cycling to Work

November 9, 2018 by John

I ride to “work” almost every work day and I know how it feels to forget something or even have just way too much, that you are almost hauling around a lot of useless stuff. For those of you who actually ride a bike to work or are considering it, I have put together this …

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Fox Flux Bike Helmet Review: See Why I Just Had to Buy This

November 8, 2018 by John

So I just purchased this helmet and now I can tell you all about it through this Fox Flux bike helmet review. Being in the market for a new everyday style helmet, I went to a local bike shop in my area and had the hardest time deciding which one to go with. The Fox Flux …

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Beginner’s Guide to Bike Helmets

November 5, 2018 by John

So you got your first bike and now you need a nice little helmet to protect your dome. I at least hope that that is what you are thinking as some people think that you will be just fine without one. Don’t think that way. I don’t care what anyone says or how much you …

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How to Prevent and Stop Butt Aches on Bike Rides

November 1, 2018 by John

Riding a modern bike is one amazing adventure that I think everyone should at least try. With the many problems that I have encountered with other riders not wanting to pursue it was “my butt hurts”, which is why I have decided to throw out my two cents. This is very common but it can …

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How to Pick Your First Bike Without Regretting Anything

October 27, 2018 by John

Buying your first “real bike” is like buying a car and that is why I want to show you how to pick your first bike. What seems like a simple choice is actually a lot more complicated than you think as there is a lot that goes into your first choice as there are many …

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