Tag: #nextadventure
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Enjoying the nearly endless possibilities of Hyland Park
In the western part of Bloomington Minnesota over 1,000 acres of parkland act as the Twin Cities best destination for active families, recreational riders, and beach goers. The Hyland Park Reserve encompasses over 8 miles of paved bike path, read on to learn about what possibilities you could explore.
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Tips and Tricks to Adjust Your Bike’s Rear Derailleur
It goes by many names, the rear derailleur. It is also known as the “s,” the “hangdown,” or the mech. Here in the U.S. we refer to it as the derailleur. The device that moves your bike’s chain from gear to gear letting you traverse hills with ease. Even though derailleurs are sturdy and relatively…
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Road Bike Hacks: Descending with Confidence and Skill on Your Road Bike
What goes up must come down and going downhill on your road bike can be fun and safe if you learn some basic skills.
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Mountain Bike Hacks: Tips and Tricks to Get You Riding Rocks Fast
One of the most intimidating situations in mountain biking is riding rocks. Places like the east coast have football field long gardens of granite that appear impossible to traverse by bike. Although as impossible as they might appear, just a few tips and some regular practice will have you zipping through rock gardens as if…
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Learn How to Care for Your Bike Tires for a Comfortable and Safe Ride
Tires are often overlooked but wildly important in the safety and security of your next bike ride. Learning how to inflate your bike tires properly, review their condition, and fix flat tires is something every rider should know.
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A Short Review of the 2017 Minnesota Ironman Bike Ride
My experiences on the 2017 Minnesota Ironman Bike Ride offered me and hundreds of other riders the opportunity to enjoy Carver Counties scenic rolling countryside while visiting Waconia, even when it rains.
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Get Started Giving Back to Your Cycling Community
Giving back to the trails, paths, roads and events you enjoy is a great way to stockpile some good karma and it’s fun! There are countless ways to give back. You can volunteer to support rides and races, you can clean up the trail system, you can help build trail, you can support high school…
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Bike Pic March 15, Being Active Is What Keeps Us Healthy and Having Fun!
Biking isn’t for everyone, but being out there and being active is awesome. So whatever you do, you’re being active and promoting a healthy lifestyle!
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Bike Pic March 10, Winter Weather Is Back, Be Sure to Dress For It
Winter weather is back and now we’re all itching for that warm weather but based on forecasts it might not be for awhile. So make sure to dress appropriately if you’re gonna head out for a ride. Also, make sure you never forget your helmet. Safety first!
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Bike Pic March 9, Daylight Savings Time Begins, Bring On More Daylight
It’s been a windy March the last couple of days and we hope none of your gear has blown away, that said, daylight savings time begins this Sunday at 2.a.m. So that means it’s time to spring forward and enjoy longer days!