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Fat Tire Electric Bike Review: Looking For A Cheap eBike? I’ve Got Some Helpful Tips In My Lectric XP E-Bike Review

I have an electric bike and I love it! But you need to do some careful research to make sure the one you choose will fit your needs properly. I did about 6 months of research before I bought mine. It’s a small, foldable, fat tire electric bike — the Lectric XP E-Bike. I compared it to the Rad Power E-Bike and I’m very happy with my choice. I’ve got some tips to help you choose your first electric bike. Here’s what you need to know about e-Bike tires, fat tire ebikes, electric assist, pedal assist, electric bike range, maximum speeds, eBike classes & laws regarding where you can ride an electric bike.

Looking For A Bicycle Trailer For Your Child? We Bought A Weehoo Bike Trailer… And We Absolutely LOVE It!

A Weehoo bike trailer gives your child an open-air experience while cycling. Here’s my review of the Weehoo Turbo bike trailer, the features we like best, how to install it on your bike, and how to find the best deal on a used Weehoo trailer.

How To Choose A Bike (For Yourself) And A Child Bike Seat (For Your Toddler) So You Can Enjoy Cycling Together

I wanted to go cycling with my toddler. Working within a tight budget, here’s how I chose the best child bike seat for our needs and an affordable used bike for me. All of my best advice to start family cycling adventures together — including the bike accessories we use most and a comparison of the various ways you can bike with a toddler.

How To Train For A Half Marathon: A Very Detailed Half Marathon Training Program For Beginners

Your training schedule for a half marathon should start at least 12 weeks before the actual event. As a beginner, you’ll run 1-2 miles 3 days a week, 3-4 miles 1 day a week, cross train 1 day, and have 2 days of rest. The running miles should increase until your shorter runs reach 5-6 miles and your long runs reach 10 miles. A longtime runner shares how to train for the terrain, what to eat & drink, plus tips for success in your first half marathon.

6 Great Places To Find A Free Or Cheap Bike

If you’re searching for a new ‘gently used’ bike, this information should help you find a bike right away, so you too can get back into cycling. Here are the 5 best places to find a free or cheap bike online AND in your local area!

DIY Cell Phone Bike Mount: How To Use A Phone Belt Clip To Hold Your GPS-Enabled Phone While Bicycling

See how I made a cell phone bike mount for my Android phone. You can do the same with any other smartphone as well. Then, using an app and a GPS-enabled phone, you can track just about anything you want to know about your bike rides. This DIY bike phone mount cost next to nothing!

Women’s Mud Run Events: These Ladies Only Mud Runs & Obstacle Adventure Races Are Great For A Girls Weekend Getaway!

For the muddy-minded, adventure-seeking lady, there’s no shortage of dirty fun events in the U.S. and beyond. How fun would it be to give one of these women’s mud run events a try for an upcoming girls weekend getaway?!

For Your Cycling Bucket List: One-Of-A-Kind Biking Destinations For Beginner, Intermediate, And Advanced Riders

You don’t have to be a competitive cyclist to enjoy the freedom of being on two wheels! You can ride solo, in a big group, or with your family. And ride in different areas — like in a city setting, on mountain trails, or on the road. What cycling trips are on your cycling bucket list?

Tips & Suggestions For The Beginner Triathlete: The Ultimate Guide To Getting Started In The Triathlon Sport

Being a devoted triathlete — and all that comes with it — can seem quite overwhelming. Sometimes it’s difficult to know where to begin. Here’s how I would approach getting started for a newcomber to the sport of triathlon.

A List Of Gear And Equipment You’ll Need For Your First Triathlon (…Plus Some Helpful Tips From An Experienced Triathlete)

To get through the race, you need not only mental toughness but a wide variety of equipment, clothing, and other essential items that might not seem obvious from the outset. Here’s the triathlon gear you’ll need, plus some training/racing tips that I’ve learned in my years as a triathlete:

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Jim P.I’m over 40 years old, but I don’t give up easily. It wasn’t too long ago that I was exploring the idea of doing my first triathlon. If I can do it, you can too! I'm proof that with a little determination and training, you can get a great deal of fulfillment participating in marathons, triathlons... even ultramarathons.

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AvatarI'm a first-time mom. When my son turned 2, we started cycling together. He and I have tried several different bikes, bike seats, bicycle trailers, and other cycling accessories. I like to share how to find the best deals on used cycling items and some fun ways to enjoy cycling as a family.

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LynnetteI represent the non-competitive cyclists, runners, and swimmers of the group. I mostly write about all the ways that biking, jogging, and swimming are fun when you're not a serious athlete.

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