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Jun 16, 2016

Wooden bicycles: 3 reasons to choose one

Did you know that the very first bicycles in the world were made out of wood? A lot has changed since then, but while looking at a wooden bike we're overcome with a feeling that reminds us of our ancient...

Apr 07, 2016

What actually happens to your luggage after it's checked in?

Bang...bump...crunch...ouch! That's pretty much what your luggage would say on its way from being checked to the airplane (if it could speak, that is). Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport created 3600 behind-the-scenes video to showcase what happens to checked bags at the airport. Take...

Apr 01, 2016

Adventure Racing: why you will fall for it

Why do we love adventure racing? The answer is simple: You don't know what you're getting into. It's an adventure. It's something that's hard to describe and can only be experienced. Most people have never been covered in mud, jumped...

Mar 21, 2016

Do’s and dont’s of urban cycling etiquette

I remember the feeling when I ventured out into the street with my bike for the first time. I remembered how the roads I used to go down by car or foot felt different. And the joy when I noticed...

Dec 15, 2015

The gift every cyclist's girlfriend wants for Christmas

Let's talk about cyclists' girlfriends. Those amazing women who support your love for cycling. You may not realize it, but sometimes it's far from easy to live with a passionate cyclist when your woman is not as much into cycling...