Have you ever had to deal with a chasing dog when riding your bike? The experience can be quite terrifying, especially if it’s happening for the first time. You suddenly start thinking of scary things like losing a shoe, ripped pants or socks, and a wrecked bike with bent frames and damaged wheels. Well, I…
Few bikers give a second thought about what cranks they use. In fact, the bike cranks are often ignored and usually don’t get enough love as the other parts of the bike. But in a real sense, they’re arguably among the most vital parts of your BMX bike. In most cases, BMX cranks affect your…
My kids are avid swimmers, but nothing scares them more than being out in the water away from the shore or pool. It’s like they’ve a phobia of deep-water bodies. But all that changed when I bought them a floating foam mat I didn’t know much about the floating water mats until I saw one…
T-shirts are the ultimate everyday clothing item. They’re comfortable, casual, and the perfect throw-on-and-go top. So why not try making your own t-shirts? You can experiment with different colors, fabrics, and cuts. Plus, you’ll be proud to wear and show off your handmade t-shirts! If you’re a beginner sewer, making a t-shirt may seem unachievable…
Looking to get started in bike touring without exhausting all your savings? A used touring bicycle is your best bet! The idea of buying a brand new touring bike can be very fascinating until you look at the price tags. They are not always the desirable range for someone trying to get their feet in…
I’m a liberal and fully appreciate why some riders swear by brakeless BMX riding. I mean, there’s the freedom of not having to deal with the brake cables. You also get a cleaner & clutter-free bike, which makes it easier to learn to control your ride. Plus, riding brakeless makes life easier when doing whips…
Whether you are bikepacking or bicycle touring, having a place to lay your head when the night comes is always a big deal. Well, there are several options as you can rent a hotel room in a hotel, pitch your tent in a designated campground for a fee, or you could simply wild camp. Personally,…
Diving has become my obsession and great passion! Several years ago, when I first touched the underwater world, I knew I would take every opportunity to dive and get lost in the blue. And as with most amateur divers, I didn’t really care what diving equipment I used. After all, what was important for me…
Many surfers don’t like the idea of wearing sunscreen. I wasn’t a big fan either, but the inconvenience of not wearing one has had serious ramifications on my life and health. Last month, one of my mates was diagnosed with an early stage 1 Melanoma (skin cancer). I’m still glad it was discovered at the…
Pegs or no pegs? There’s so much divisiveness amongst the pegless street riders versus the peg’d riders. Personally, I hate to be fully pegless because there’re plenty of times when I ride pegless, then seeing something and thinking, damn, I wish I could grid that. Don’t get me wrong; you can always pedal grind. I’d…