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The 4 Best Recovery Sandals For Athletes And Why You Need Them

Recovery sandals might not be the first thing on your mind after a grueling workout or a long day on your feet, but they should be.

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Are you curious about the UltraHuman Ring Air? It's a minimalist, high-tech health tracker that delivers real insights. Here's my honest review aft...

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Love a challenge? Beautiful fall colors? Mountain views? The smell of green chile roasting? Day of the Dead?

2023 Best Holiday Gifts for Cyclist

You can't go wrong with any of these gifts for the cyclist in your life! We've picked some amazing gifts that any of our editors would love to rece...

7 Extreme Cycling Challenges You Should Try

Calling all endurance junkies!

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What Is a Velodrome?

Hey look, another left turn!

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The Best Road Bikes Under $1200

If you're looking for a great road bike on a budget—but don't want to sacrifice quality or performance—check out these 10 standout options.

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From setting new climbing milestones to learning bike maintenance, we gathered nine ways to help you get outside your comfort zone on the bike this...

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Festive Fall Metric Century Rides

Don't let the fall season pass you by before getting in a good ride. Check out these metric centuries you should tackle before the offseason.

By Brian Kendall

Festive Fall Century Rides

Take in the crisp air, fall foliage and moderate temperatures the best way possible—on a bike.

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