You’ve spent an hour fixing a flat, pumped up your tire like you’re inflating a balloon at a carnival... only to find out your crew left 30 minutes ago. Now you're just that guy, racing through traffic trying to catch up, but secretly knowing you’re about to be the punchline at the next coffee stop. Bike life, am I right? 🚲💨

I'm currently running 48s and it seems like there's a decent amount of clearance left.

I took my road bike out for a 60km ride around a regional town at the weekend, thinking the heat would be fine as I’m fairly athletic. I had gels, carb loaded, two water bottles full of electrolytes and my far more experienced partner on her bike with me.

Cut to 20km in and at a fairly fast pace and my body starts to feel off; like my skin isn’t mine, tingles everywhere — something I have never felt before. I tell my gf to stop as she’s ahead and I sit down thinking it’s just dehydration. Which is odd, because I’ve been drinking like a fish and my legs and body otherwise do not feel tired. We head out again after I feel better and after another 5K at the same pace the feeling comes back harder. This time I explain the symptoms to my gf fully (who is medically trained) and she has me lie on my back with my feet in the air because I’m experiencing pre syncope symptoms and she’s worried I’m about to pass out. And I nearly did!

Turns out if I’m going to ride hard in any temperature above 30 I need to be doused in water periodically (wet bib and jersey) and physically cool my temperature down. We ended up finding a farm stead and hosing me down with a tap and tube which gave me instant relief and allowed me to ride the remaining 20K or so home, no issues with fatigue beyond the expected when you’re pushing at pace for 40K +.

I love cycling and exercise in general and I’ve never been caught out by my body like that before. Cycling in Australian heat is no joke. I’d like to think of myself as a fit person but I didn’t account for my proclivity to overheat. I prepared for every eventuality except that.

I know this is kind of a vague question but I have to stop running for a while until I can see someone because I keep getting shin splints and I was wondering how I should start with biking as that’s what I’m going to try. My easy runs are 3 miles at 5.1 mph ish on a a treadmill.

Hey All,

Looking to take a cycling trip with friends in late spring/early summer in the Southeast US (SC,NC,VA). Trying to build a list of options where we can pick a base city or town to use as a hub for a couple of days of rides. Thinking a 30-40 mile route each day for 3-4 days with ideally some nice scenery and roads that aren't too crazy with traffic. Greenville, SC seems to be a nice hub with a growing cycling scene, but don't know if there are any rail trails. Farmville, VA provides access to the High Bridge Trail, but don't know that there's a ton of other things to do out there. What y'all got - what are your favorite cycling destinations in the region?

Hi all, Canadian here and I hate to get political, but we're under attack from American tariffs and need to fight back by sending our money elsewhere. Can any recommend alternatives to trainer road that are made outside of the USA?

THANKS EH!

Sorry for posting it here too, I know there's a community specifically for bikes but this one is much bigger so i decided to repost it here as well.

So i've got a couple of months till the cycling season opens in where I live and I want to buy a new bike, I'd say I'm more of a beginner in cycling, but i had several bikes before. So my 3 options I ended up chosing from are:

TrekDomane AL 2 Gen 4
https://www.cyclesmith.ca/product/trek-domane-al-2-gen-4-551489-1.htm

Triban Gravel Bike Shimano 105 - RC 520
https://www.decathlon.ca/en/p/8733355/gravel-bike-shimano-105-rc520-khaki

Specialized Allez
https://www.specialized.com/ca/en/allez/p/4221796?color=5368180-4221796&searchText=90025-7054

I only consider buying a brand new bike as I live in a small city and haven't seen any good bikes on marketplace etc. I would love to hear your opinions on which one would you buy for urself and why. Also if u have any other options below 2000 cad | 1500 USD I'd like to see your options as well.

Edit: i forgot to mention i cant really test them as my only option is to order them only bc there's only one bike store in my city and they only sell expensive bikes. I'm looking for a bike for long rides around the island i live on and just having a good time pedaling it, so mostly for endurance and also some chill rides as well.

Genuine question.

Is it because people leave their helmets on their bikes?

Is there a presumption that they are less effective?

Is it the lack of options? Personally, I’ve been looking at the FEND helmet which seems to test relatively well in the Virginia Tech impact simulations.

Looking for suggestions, ideally I would like to spend $500, but I’m willing to go up to probably $750 or so. And if there’s a big jump in quality, up to $1000 max.

Are there bikes that fit what I’m looking for in that used range? Should I just got a bike for both gravel and road (not ideal for my space though)? I’ve only been looking at Facebook marketplace and used section on the trek website. It almost seems like going through trek is the better option, as the prices are pretty competitive comparing to Facebook, and they have guarantees, seemingly less risk, etc.

See a $750 Crockett 5 2015 and $1000 domane AL 3 2023 for example. Are these good options?

Edit - Idk if this helps but I live in Colorado. Something I’ve wanted to do is ride up/down flagstaff in Boulder and up/down guanella pass. Not sure all the gravel trails but stoked on the thought of doing those as well.

Title.

Hi all.

Random question, but was wondering what sunscreen you use for your bike rides?
Especially for longer rides (50+ miles)

I met with an accident and this is my saddle now. How can I fix this or do I need to buy a new saddle? As you can see, I cannot make it level.

https://imgur.com/a/LUQgAe5

I am trying to hot wax my chain for over a year now but it never lasts for long time. It starts to run noisier after approx 10km and starts queeking after 150km latest.

I am degreasing my chain with two baths of universal thinner. Soaking, shaking, repeating 5+ times within an hour. First in the dirty, than in clean jar. After letting it dry over night I soak it in a bath of Silca hot wax and stirr it until no more air bubbles emerge. I remove the chain from the bath once there is a skin on the pot.

What's wrong here? Is waxing just not as good as gcn tell

I'm flying into Miami FL area in March for a week and am looking to find a top level bike rental (Specialized / Canyon Aeroroad). Have an S-Works at home and would rather rent local than take the risk of the airlines damaging the bike (I've flown with bikes before, 3rd time was it for me). Anyone have any recommendations?

I'm 91 kg, 6'2". Followed the size guide on Alix and came up with some tops that were much too small. What sizes do you buy for what dimensions, so I can get a feel for what I should be buying?

Fyi, I bought size large and ordinarily I buy medium clothes in the UK.

TIA

I have mistreated my poor Cube Reaction Hybrid e-bike for years, so changing more or less all of drivetrain, which I have never have done before! I watched a few videos, and I think I am up for the task.

From what I have figured out, i have the following parts on my bike today: Shimano hg-201-9 cassette 2x Shimano centeron g pulley

I read that I need a chain which matches the number of gears? Will a Shimano CN-HG93 9 chain work well?

I were also thinking of buying a new crankset because the old seems worn, but I dont know realy what to buy... I cant count size of the crankset without dismantelig, which I hope to avoid before having all parts at hand.

Any help is much appreciated!

I stopped cycling maybe in october/November 2024 due to safety - the drivers on the roads are ruthless. Instead of cycling I've been walking too work (about an hour), public transport back and I hike once a week so I've got some fitness. Now the nights are slowly getting lighter (live in UK) want to get back to cycling to work (about 20/30 mins depending on traffic).

I've cycled for maybe 2 years now and I feel like I'm missing something. I struggle up hill - I mean, I cycled for 6 months straight and you would have thought I've never cycled up hill before and I'm in my lowest gear. Is there any tips? I put and am putting myself back onto a high protien diet so I do build some muscle. I'm 4ft 11 and weight 7.5 stone, female. Reason I ask this, the entire journey back is pretty much up hill or a slight incline (even then my legs just burn) with the occasional flat/down section. Is there something new I could be doing? My bike is the right for my size. I just immediately drain and it's a slog getting myself back. I see other cyclists twice my age flying past me making it look easy.

How do you keep yourself looking forward to getting out on your bike? Cycling for myself, isn't a love - hate relationship but a okay and absolutely hate relationship. Loved it when I first started.

I am looking for a first carbon wheelset and decided to go either with Shimano Ultegra C36 36mm (cheaper) or DT Swiss ARC1400 38mm (costlier).

Yet, my mechanic advised me to go with a custom build using Nextie 35/40mm rims and DT Swiss 240 hubs, which he would accomplish. The price would be comparable to Shimanos.

So I wonder of any pros and cons over this two options. Any feedback is highly appreciated!

Strava tells me my zone 2 is within 112-148 and my ELEMNT app (wahoo app) says it’s 115-133. My highest HR recorded is 190 BPM. Which one is right?

which is the better buy between these 2 used bikes both are around 500$ similar condition

2022 Specialized Allez Elite 2020 Cannondale Synapse tiagra

Gore wear is having a sale and for some reason gives me an error at check-out stating: "We're sorry but one or more items in your cart can't be shipped to NY or CA due to recent regulations. To continue with your order, please remove these items from your cart. Please note that we do not currently ship to Quebec."

Are there any cool places to road bike in Orlando or any cool bike shops?

I just got a pair of CX201s, size 45 (based on measurements from the website). Stoked because these finally allow my wide foot room to breathe. However, there is a little play in the heal up and down, but otherwise really comfortable, especially the toe box.

I do have a little room in front of my toes, and thought maybe a 44.5 for that and my heal but it would cost $30 to exchange. I’d hate to spend $30 to find Im back in the same boat or worse and then spend another $30 to get the same pair back.

For reference I have gone to different bike shops and tried on a lot of brands but never Lake, and none ever fit right. I have been just dealing with my old pair and the toe numbness. Last year I purchased the CX219 but that was too narrow even though the width was wide enough on paper. So I returned them. I just got these new ones for my birthday.

I like these a lot but also want to optimize my riding.

Any suggestions?

I am 35 and I never rode bikes but now because of sustainability reasons we wanna switch. My wife saw these cargo bikes at R & M and Tarran. She thinks we should get one of those, since they would be able to accomodate kids as well. But I am not sure I will be able to handle it or not. Please suggest.

Is there a better tire than the GP 5000 in 32mm width and used with tubes?

Via www.bicyclerollingresistance.com I only found the Tufo Comtura Aero, but unfortunately it is only available up to 28mm.

Is the GP 5000 still the gold standard after 5+ years?

Kann mir jemand das Rad empfehlen, wenn mein Budget 3000-4000 Euro ist und ich Rennen fahren möchte. Das Preis Leistungsverhältniss finde ich bei dem Rad sehr gut . Felgenhöhe ist auch nicht schlecht für Rennen oder ? Falls es bessere Räder von anderen Marken gibt würde ich es gerne wissen ?

I was looking for thoughts on this bike for long distance events:

https://www.bikesdirect.com/products/motobecane/disc-brake-roadbikes/fast-aero-road-elite-discbrake-bike.htm

This would be my first real road bike. I know I have to assemble from Bikes Direct but I hope this will help me get some much needed experience in bike mechanics. Is this a good / bad deal? Is there anything specific I should be looking for on the site?

Appreciate everyone’s help!

Thinking about replacing my Shwalbe Pro One for Pirelli P Zero tires.

However, right now I have the original Mavic Cosmic CXR 60 C rims with internal rim width of 13C (622 x 13C).
Following ETRTO-chart sizes, 23 and 25mm tires should work. The next step in ERTRO-sizing chart is 28mm which do not fit.

So the question I have: do 26mm tires fit on the 13C rims?

Feel free the suggest any other tires you have experience with. Im specifically looking to climb cobbled hills in Flanders where I live (Kemmelberg, Paterberg, Koppenberg, Molenberg, ..) so need the extra grip if wet. Tires need to be with innertubes.

Im a 83kg male rider with a Canyon Aeroad CF SLX 2nd gen with Dura Ace 11speed di2 with rim brakes.

I am doing stationary biking for weight loss (current weight is 255 lbs, goal weight is 180 lbs) and have been dealing with lower back pain lately. It makes sense that my core muscles aren't that developed with all this abdominal fat in the way, so I wanted to ask for any tips to deal with this. Currently I try to bike 30 to 60 minutes a day, which results in about 8 to 16 miles at a high intensity. Should I be doing bodyweight squats or situps to strengthen my core muscles for riding?

Hi, So basically my question is how does this lifetime warranty of specialized work. I have just bought specialized bike and registered it on specialized website. As I understand this should grant me lifetime warranty for my frame but there is also said that I have 60days for warranty inspection. Does it mean that my warranty is not active before that?