The outbreak of COVID-19 has resulted in many states ordering citizens to shelter in place. It’s part of our social responsibility to our community so stay at home as much as possible during this pandemic. That being said, it’s natural to become a little stir...
Not only is cycling great for your physical health but getting outside and moving your body is also important for your mental health. What else is important for mental health? Community.Humans are social animals. No matter how introverted you may be, we all benefit from...
Anyone else day-dreaming about the wind in your face as you coast your bicycle down a mountain pass? It can’t be just me. With the current shelter-in-place orders common across much of the United States - and even the world - it’s natural to get...
Due to the current coronavirus pandemic, many of us who are considered nonessential personnel have been advised, or even mandated, to shelter in place at home. If you live somewhere that has been locked down to the point that you don’t even feel comfortable taking...
Cycling Pursuits During a Global Pandemic Taylor A Ritz Times are uncertain, to say the least. Right now, we are living in an unprecedented situation where the spread of the novel coronavirus, Covid-19, has effectively shut down our communities and isolated us in our own homes. While...
Taylor A Ritz “Hacking” is a term for finding a unique solution or workaround for a problem. It seems like there’s a hack for everything these days, so why not hack your bike ride? When it comes to physical activities, a new technique to get the...
Taylor A Ritz You selected your bicycle. You bought the essential gear. Maybe you even just learned to ride. Now you’re ready for the fun part: getting outside and seeing the world on two wheels. Now we just have to figure out where to go! One of...
How Regular Bicycle-Riding Benefits Your Life We all know regular exercise is good for our health, but do you now how cycling, specifically, improves your well-being? If you’re thinking about taking up an activity to boost your weekly exercise, you can’t go wrong with riding a...
Traveling by bicycle, whether it be for commuting, exercise, tourism, is becoming more and more popular. When you choose to get around on a bike, it’s important to be aware of the laws governments have in place regarding cyclists. Many laws regarding bicyclists are put...