Category: News
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Bike tour enjoys an endless adventure in the Brainerd Lakes Area
This year’s Bike Around Minnesota Endless Adventures, highlights riders pedaling 230 unforgettable miles over four spectacular days. While touring the heart of the Brainerd Lakes Area. Enjoying overnight stops in Pequot Lakes, Pine River, Emily, and historic Aitkin on the Mississippi River. Where cyclists experienced the very best of Minnesota’s lakes, forests, and small-town charm—including…
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Quick tips for renting a bicycle when traveling
Taking your bicycle when you travel is not always possible, but don’t give up on the idea of riding altogether. Renting a bike or e-bike is an easy way to experience new places. Plus, it lets you try a new bike you may want to buy when you get home. Before you travel, here are…
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Winter riding fun with these easy cold weather tips
I can’t fight it any longer; my powers of denial are only so strong. Despite my best efforts, a change is coming, and I can do nothing to stop it. That’s right, winter is here. We just experienced a real cold snap, and snow is coming. While I can’t stop the cold elements from hitting…
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Remember your fat bike etiquette as the winter season progresses
Winter fat bike season is upon us again as the snow and temps drop. As with a regular mountain bike, there is a certain etiquette to follow on the trail. Everyone on the trail wants to have a good time outdoors and make memories in the crisp, clean air. Whether biking, hiking, skiing, or snowshoeing,…
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A plow app for Minneapolis trails after it snows
Minnesota cyclists are a hardy bunch, but ice and snow-blocked trails can put the brakes on many commutes and rides. Again this year, ready for winter weather, the Minneapolis Trail Plowing Status Map App is live and worth checking when it snows. In the app’s fourth year, transponders mounted on the city’s snow removal equipment…
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Make a resolution, 2026 could be your best bike year ever!
After all the presents are opened, and the last cookies disappear, many of us focus on the year ahead. More specifically, many of us begin the annual task of developing New Year’s resolutions for ourselves. Why not resolve to make this year your best year for bike riding by starting now?
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Stay healthy with fun outdoor winter activities
For many of us, being active and enjoying fun winter activities (fat biking, hiking, skiing, etc.) is what makes memories while contributing to good health. Despite lifestyle changes driven by new technology and evolving viruses, there’s still plenty of room to enjoy outdoor activities. Seeking out healthy activities may be even more critical now as…
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Holiday gift ideas for that active person
Find the perfect holiday gift for that active outdoor person in your life with our growing list of ideas at HaveFunBiking. We have lined up many gift-giving options for that special someone in your life.
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Change is good for multi-day touring in Minnesota
After 52 years of offering multi-day bicycle touring rides throughout the state, Tour of Minnesota is changing its route format. Rather than running the annual bike ride as a “loop” or a “point to point” tour, between overnight towns. The tour, formerly known as the Klobuchar Ride, will now include two-night stays in each of…
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Can I ride an e-bike in the snow, or when it’s cold
Electric assist bikes (e-bikes) are fun and can be ridden even in snowy or wet winter weather. However, just as with a standard bicycle, you may need some accessories (layered waterproof outerwear, googles, studded tires, etc.) for comfort and safety. Most e-bike models also feature a high-quality, water-resistant casing to protect your battery from wet…