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Zwift Vs Peloton

by Breana

Indoor cycling is one of the most popular home fitness activities. It’s a great way of burning fat and increasing your cardio muscles. Two of the most common at-home fitness methods for cycling are the Peloton and Zwift.

The Peloton is an exercise bike, while Zwift is an app that you pay for on a monthly subscription basis. Though the Peloton has been an industry leader for years, the Zwift is giving it a run for its money. Zwift aims to integrate virtual reality with cycling, allowing people to interact and track their progress in more dynamic ways.

Shimano Altus Vs Acera

by Breana

When you’re replacing components of your bike, it’s important to pick a high quality group set. Shimano is a biking manufacturer that has multiple group sets available. Two popular choices are the Acera and the Altus. What are the biggest differences between these two, and how do you pick the right one for your bike?

Best Mountain Bike Padded Shorts

by Breana

Mountain biking is an intense sport.

If you’re spending hours riding over rough and sharply sloped trails, you want clothes that can stand up to the challenge.

Multiple companies make shorts specifically with mountain bike riders in mind. Long bike rides often lead to skin irritation and “saddle sores,” but a padded pair of shorts can change that.

An ideal pair of shorts will come with multiple pockets that provide storage space. Shorts with zippered pockets are especially ideal if you’re going to be riding on bouncy trails.

Similarly, if you know you’ll be biking in wet areas, you’ll want to look for shorts with waterproof fabric and pockets.

Many shorts are made with two pieces: the outer shell and the detachable liner.

The liner is what provides padding and comfort, while the outer shell protects your body from the outdoors.

These pieces work in harmony to give you the best mountain biking experience possible.

We’ve put together a list of our top padded mountain biking shorts.

Best Fixed Gear Wheelset

by Breana

With the increasing popularity of ‘fixies’ — that’s fixed-wheel bikes that only have one gear, more and more riders are looking for the best fixie wheels.

Whether your fixie has replaced your daily commute or you just like to go for an enjoyable ride on the weekends, good-quality wheels are a must.

Not only do good-quality wheels make cycling easier as they maintain a better pressure, they are also important for safety.

Plus, although the best fixie wheels might need a little more investment up front, over time they will save you money as they need to be changed less often than cheap alternatives.

In order to find the best fixie wheels, it’s important to understand some of the common features and differences between the products on the market. Let’s take a look.