Off The Bike Reads

Cycling saddle sores can be an awkward topic. If you’ve ever spent significant time in the saddle riding your bike with any degree of consistency, or perhaps even if you haven’t, you have no doubt experienced those dreaded cycling saddle sores. Saddle sores can range from minor irritations to what feels like you’ve got a […]

You’re taking a trip and you’re planning on traveling with a bike. Perhaps this is a family vacation and you intend on stealing off on a few early morning rides before your troop rises from their slumber. Or perhaps this is the ultimate ride around the world with your best cycling mates type of excursion. […]

'Tis the season! That means the countdown is on to get through your 'naughty or nice' list. If you have a cyclist on your shopping list this holiday season, then we've got you covered. Here are our top 10 must-have gift ideas for the cyclist on your shopping list this holiday season. Must-Have Cycling Gift […]

If you're like us, the close of the Canadian summer can bring with it a mixed bag of emotions. On the one hand, autumn cycling - with the changing colours and falling leaves - is arguably the loveliest (and most picturesque) season of the year to be on a bike. The temperatures, at least at […]

There truly is no better way to explore a new land than on two wheels. What’s more, a luxury bike tour allows you to connect with your surroundings in a meaningful way and discover a new corner of the world. You can sample the cuisine and take in the sights, sounds and culture of a […]

In the natural evolution of road cycling there comes the stage when it is time to invest in a power meter. This usually comes after you get the hang of a bike computer and want to push to that next level of performance. Riding on a daily or weekly basis will gradually make you a […]

One of the most common questions asked when bike riders start their cycling journey is “do I need a bike computer”? Hesitation when buying is understandable: perhaps not all of us are willing to make such a large investment, and, to some, bike computers can seem to suck the fun out of riding. However, bike […]

Alongside the saddle and the handlebars, the pedals are one of the three points of contact of a rider and their bicycle. They also serve as the sole location for power transfer from a cyclist’s legs, so are one of the most important components to consider when setting up your bike. Like many other bike […]

Tour de France Review and next stop... Tokyo Olympics The 2021 Tour de France arrived in Paris on Sunday July 18th, with last year’s winner 22-year-old Tadej Pogačar once again winning the maillot jaune. The young Slovenian dominated the general classification battle, successfully navigating a brutal and attritional first week where many of his closest […]