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A recent climate commitment pledge among leading cycling brands conjured an unexpected feeling in our Bike Snob columnist—empathy
Yolanda Davis-Overstreet is fighting for safer streets and mobility justice in the marginalized communities of Los Angeles
Through his work, Julien Howard has connected with people from all walks of life, whether in the office of a Wall Street banker or the studio of a jewelry designer in Brooklyn
Whether you’re mountain biking or just commuting around town, a few key parts will keep you riding, regardless of the elements
Andrew Jackson reveals his favorite places to ride a bike, fuel up, and play in his home city
The outdoors are all around you, no matter where you live
If you’re looking for a new bike commuting bag, check out the Lako—we included it in our 2021 Summer Buyer’s Guide roundup. “Testers loved the Lako’s padded laptop sleeve and separate wet-dry compartments. The tough water-resistant shell fends off the elements,” editor Will Taylor wrote.
When it comes to public image for our elected officials, being seen on a bicycle is as fraught as a first dinner with the in-laws
Cycle your way around town with these smart solutions
Everyone says modern lids are better than ever. But because of outmoded testing and unreliable information, it's never been harder to figure out whether that's true.
With the help of the nonprofit BikeMaps.org, we analyzed the data we collected on bicyclists killed by drivers in 2020 and found some surprising takeaways
Nearly 700 people on bikes have been killed by drivers this year. This is who we lost.
The pandemic has led to an unexpected positive—people reclaiming streets in ways that have made urban America more bikeable, walkable, and enjoyable. Preserving that will take work, but it’s worth it.
A team of Black cyclists will traverse the historic Underground Railroad on a mission to empower and inspire
Here's the gear that will get you outside and pedaling in no time
Top-notch gear for road and trail riding
Cleaner air, quieter streets, more people riding—there's an opportunity here for cities and cycling advocates willing to grasp it
You can't stop what you can't see happening
Being involved in a crash with a driver while on a bike or on foot is bad enough, but the trouble doesn’t always stop when you get yourself to safety. Navigating the justice and insurance systems afterward can also be an ordeal.
Gravel may be all the rage, but nothing teaches you more about being a cyclist than riding on the road
When the sun goes down, they take to the streets
Seduced by the idea of turning my hobby into a paycheck, I led bike tours across the U.S. throughout my twenties. As I learned, some passion pursuits are best left pro bono.
Block the wind and beat the heat with this ultra-light shell. The Featherlight has ventilation panels to dump heat on tough climbs and a wind-protective panel in the front. And the jacket has a water-repellent finish, so you can stay on the saddle no matter the weather.
On the bike, laws are secondary and survival is paramount
“Booties are dorky and they take forever to put on. But they will change your life,” we wrote in our staff picks roundup of winter gear. We especially like the waterproof fabric and reflective elements to keep you drier and more visible on the road.
These gloves are among our favorite pieces of bike safety gear. “Buy these gloves and stow them in a rear pocket or pack for extra protection,” writes our tester. The neon back and reflective hits keep you visible while the waterproof fabric helps protect your hands on wet commutes.
The Urban 1000 is the light you need to winterize your bike. It emits 1,000 lumens of LED light on its max setting, which is ideal for early morning or evening rides. It’s waterproof and impact resistant, so it’ll work in the rain or after a fall.
Fall is actually the best time to ride to work
In 2016, this flannel was our top pick for bike commuting. This upgraded version still has the moisture-wicking polyester and underarm mesh vents that we love and has added reinforced flannel patches on the elbows and shoulders for style and durability. Plus, the shirt has two chest snap pockets…
Cycling is already mainstream. It’s time for the media to catch up.
'Rapha Rides: NYC' follows Olympian Evelyn Stevens as she reflects on why riding in the Big Apple is so enticing
Featured in our roundup of the best bike commuting gear from our 2019 Winter Buyer’s Guide, the Quito is “made from a water-repellent Cordura fabric, with a cinch-top hood flap and water-resistant media pocket.” Simple, sleek, and lightweight, this pack is ideal for commutes or easy days on the…
Why drive a car when you can saddle up on one of these?
How do we settle on the best roadie each year? Round up 25 of the most promising models and start racking up the miles.
If recent testing has taught us one thing, it's that versatility is king
Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in
When I'm biking to work in the rain, I need my gear to stay bone-dry. Here's why I grab this bag first.
Why telling people you ride elicits serious bike-splaining—and what you can do about it
Sometimes the best offense is none at all
According to the League of American Bicyclists, more cyclists died on U.S. roads in 2016 than at any other time in the past quarter-century. But that doesn't show the whole picture.
When it comes to killing with cars, anything goes as long as you’re sober
It’s allegedly as strong as a typical cycling lid, but it looks like a baseball cap and squishes down to the size of a water bottle
Want to de-bro cycling? Build more and better bike lanes.
They pack down small and could save you one day
When it comes to committing seemingly minor infractions while operating a vehicle, it only takes a split second to kill a cyclist
Former pro racer Phil Gaimon shares his favorite spots for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cookies
And neither are cargo bikes. It's time to let go of this silly notion once and for all.
Using publicly available data, advocacy group People for Bikes wants to show community leaders what they can do to improve cycling infrastructure in their cities
It’s not about which laws you break—it’s about how you break them
Tested products to navigate the streets in style and comfort
Vanmoof Bike Company has a policy: if your bike is lost or stolen, they will either hunt it down for you or replace it for free. How? Each bike from Vanmoof has GPS technology, which allows a dedicated team to track down its location. In Bike Hunters: The One That Got Away, two of the company's bike hunters head to Casablanca to close a year-long case.
Meet Gregory Crichlow, the man fixing bikes for underserved communities in Denver
Austin Horse on working as a courier in the age of apps
Your tires are as important as they are boring, which is why you're totally overthinking them
A packable jacket that looks as good on the bike as it does in the city.
How to alert walkers, hikers, and runners to your presence—and why "On your left!" needs to die, already
Tried-and-true tools to make riding to work a lot more comfortable
It starts with a deadly crash, like the one that happened in October on a busy Orange County street. Then the volunteers build the memorial. Peter Flax embedded with the team that makes ghost bikes in Southern California to record the process—and the tragedy that triggered it—from beginning to end.
Watch to see our go-to layering system for bike commuting on those chilly fall mornings.
The days are getting shorter. Here's the best gear to brighten your path.