Whether you’re bike commuting, road cycling or mountain biking, get useful tips for choosing gear, locking your bike and lots more.
Cycling tips
Read moreHow to plan a bikepacking trip
There’s a lot to consider when planning a bikepacking trip—gear, routes, food, packing, and more. Here's how to start.
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Choosing the right tires for your bike
Learn how to pick bike tires that’ll fit (and make your ride even more fun).
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How to choose cycling shoes
Ready to upgrade or are you going to clipless? Find out what to look for.
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How to choose an indoor bike trainer
Smart vs. classic? Direct drive or wheel-on? Fluid or magnetic?
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How to choose a bike helmet
How to choose a bike helmet for road, mountain or city riding, and adjust the fit for safety and comfort when you ride.
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How to choose bike bags and panniers
Learn about your options for carrying stuff as you cycle.
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How to choose bike pedals
Need new pedals or switching to clipless? Here’s what to look for.
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How to buy a bike
Buying your first bike? Start here before you roll out.
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Understanding bike frame geometry
Frame geometry has the greatest influence on how comfortable, responsive and stable a bike is.
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Fitting your bike
Adjust your seat, handlebars and stem to make your ride more comfortable and more efficient.
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Get ready for winter riding
Tips for outfitting your bike, dressing for cold-weather riding, and owning Canadian bike lanes through winter.
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How to clean and lube a bike chain
A few simple steps to a smooth ride and a clean bicycle chain.
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How to choose bike lights
Today's bike lights are lightweight, cheap and often rechargeable – so many good reasons to make your bike a blinky beacon of safety.
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How to choose a mountain bike
Your first mountain bike is a big deal – here’s how to find your match.
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Mountain bike wheel sizes: 27.5in. vs. 29in.
Find out which wheel size suits your style better.
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Mountain bike tires: tubes vs. tubeless
Want to know what this tubeless craze all about?
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How to fix a flat bike tire
Flats happen. Learn how to make the repair and get rolling again.
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How to wash your bike
So you can go get it dirty all over again.
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Locking your bike
Bikes are fantastic machines. Protect yours with a decent lock setup.
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Travelling with your bike
How to pack your bike for travel without losing your mind or destroying your bike.
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What to wear mountain biking
Get ready to ride, from top to bottom.
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Mountain biking: pre-ride bike checks
5 quick things to check before you head out on the trail.
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Mountain biking gear checklist
Pack along these trail essentials for your ride.
Read moreBikepacking checklist
Resist the urge to overpack, but don’t skimp on essentials.
Read moreBiking with kids
Tips and tricks to help make your family’s two-wheeled adventure a success.
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Road bikes: disc or rim brakes?
What's the difference between rim and disc brakes? What are their advantages and disadvantages?
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