Author: Lisa Hayden-Matthews

Pedals are important on a bike. Personally, I usually look at the pedals with the same importance as the handlebars and grips because they’re the only couple of direct interfaces between the rider and the bike. But often, the pedals are neglected, and many riders are content with the stock pedals. And I get it;…

Are you considering touring Japan with your bike? Japan is one of the most attractive and often traveled countries in the world. Thanks to its iconic culture, countless volcanoes, fabulous coastline, and stunning landscapes that attract people from all walks of life. If you get an opportunity to bike tour Japan, you can be sure…

When I travel with my bike to different parts of the world, a lot of people usually ask me; how did you get your bicycle here? Did it cost you much money? But I understand them, flying with a bike seems to be an expensive and stressful undertaking. See, when I started doing long-distance cycle…

You don’t need to be an expert to realize you need to change your dirt bike gearbox oil. There’re several tell-tale signs, including a noisy ride, whining and growling sounds, and the most evident one is grinding and shifting trouble. Unfortunately, a transmission oil change is usually easy to miss because there’re no maintenance schedules…

After taking a hiatus, I’m now back to motocross riding. And I must say that things have really changed over such a short period- the standards have definitely gone up. Of course, the fundamentals and principles of motocross haven’t changed an inch, but there’re plenty of new developments, especially with the biking gear. Got to…

Guided bike tours are an excellent way to get started in bike touring. They allow you to learn about cycle touring from pros. You also get to enjoy unmatched convenience, given that they offer rental bikes, meals, hotels, luggage transfers, and route maps. However, there are hundreds of guided tours out there, and choosing the…

Most of my riding is usually on the road, and I spend quite a bit of time with my hands on the bike handlebars. And for the longest time, I had to bear with an unpleasant riding experience, especially when riding for long distances. A serious problem for me was the exposed metal clamp on…

So, you are thinking about giving bicycle touring a try but are unsure whether it’s really worth it. You probably like to ride bikes and want to do something different that will positively change your life. Think about something that will provide both physical and mental accomplishments. Leave alone the unmatched fun you get to…