7 Types of Cyclists You'd Love to Ride With

7 Types of Cyclists You'd Love to Ride With

Although it’s not the biggest city in Texas, Austin is the capital! So, you can expect plenty of things to do whatever your interests. Art and culture, vibrant food, drink, and nightlife scenes, and some beautiful inner-city greenspaces. It may be a big city, but it still retains a small town feel and the perfect way to get to know Austin is on a bike. When having your vacation here for adventure, one thing to consider is a place to stay. Worry not as there are lots vacation rentals in south Austin where you can relax and chill after your ride with friends or family.

How to Keep Your Bike Safe

How to Keep Your Bike Safe

As most of you know, we had several bikes stolen from our headquarters recently. We were very lucky to recover eight thanks to social media. In lieu of this, we wanted to share some tips and some products that can help you keep your bike safe.

6 Reasons Why Bike Tours Are Perfect For Corporate Events

6 Reasons Why Bike Tours Are Perfect For Corporate Events

Team building has a very important place in a business’ cultural and operational fabric. It’s an integral way to build trust amongst employees, teach conflict resolution, and encourage communication and collaboration. Here are 6 reasons why your next team building activity, off site or corporate event should be a bike tour!

Top 7 Podcasts to Listen To While Biking

Everyone has different ways of staying motivated during long workouts. Some people choose a custom music playlist full of their favorite tunes, others listen to audiobooks and some prefer to run or bike without headphones and concentrate on the sounds of nature. But I’ve found something else that can really do the trick of not only getting motivated but also staying that way: a good podcast.

By now, you’ve surely heard of podcasts, even if you don’t personally listen to them. There are literally thousands to choose from and everyone from comedians to scientists to your neighbor, Joe, seems to have one. Finding the right podcast can be daunting, which is why I’ve created a list of the best podcasts to listen to for those long, or even short, bike rides. Ranging from the news, true crime, comedy and health, there’s a little bit of something for everyone.

TED TALKS DAILY

The famous TED Talks videos now offer daily talks from previous conferences, each lasting around and average of 15-20 minutes each. With a vast array of subjects like technology, health and wellness, business, politics, and psychology, these talks are a great way to distract your mind from tired legs while learning something in return.

 

THIS AMERICAN LIFE

Probably one of the more well known podcasts, This American Life is a weekly show that changes theme and stories each time. Running an hour long per episode, the podcast sends listeners on emotional roller coasters full of humor, plot twists and some of the craziest stories you won’t believe are all true.

 

THE DOLLOP

Comedian Dave Anthony spends an hour and a half each week telling a story from (mostly) American history to his friend in the most hilariously educational way possible. The two men spend equal time asking questions and mocking each other in a way that makes you feel like you’re sitting in the room, laughing a long with them. After each week, you’ll find yourself asking “how have I never heard of that before?” And then telling all your friends about it afterwards.

 

SERIAL

An investigative journalism podcast, Serial first rose to fame when it shone light on a murder case from 1999 and had everyone talking. Now featuring three seasons, each covering a different story, Serial is a podcast that will keep you wanting more and on the edge of your bike seat.

 

MY FAVORITE MURDER

One of the most popular true crime podcasts to blow up in the last couple of years features two women, Georgia Hardstark and Karen Kilgariff, taking turns each telling a story of murder and crime, mixed in with a bit of comedy. Not for the easily offended, My Favorite Murder touches on topics of abuse, mental health, and the psychology behind true crime all while reminding listeners that they are comedians first and, in no way, experts in the matter.

 

ASK A CYCLING COACH

A podcast created by the cycling app TrainerRoad, Ask A Cycling Coach is a weekly podcast where the hosts answer listeners’ questions about cycling and triathlon trainings. Great for anyone looking for some more insight to becoming a better, healthier and faster cyclist.

 

SHREDED BY SCIENCE

Ever wondered whether you should do cardio before or after lifting weights? Or more personally, why all that cardio makes you gassy? Be prepared to get some weird looks, as this podcast will have you laughing out loud while you ride. SBS features fitness gurus, experts and personal trainers who discuss real-world fitness problems in a light-hearted yet scientific approach.

What are some of your favorite podcasts? Tell me below (I love finding new things to litsen to!)

The Rules of the Road For Bike Riders in Austin

The Rules of the Road For Bike Riders in Austin

Here's a comprehensive list of safety tips and bike laws that could affect your day-to-day, whether you're a bike rider who's only visited Austin a few times or a proud Austinite.

Why Taking a Bike Tour is the Only Way to see the City

Why Taking a Bike Tour is the Only Way to see the City

In a big city like Austin, there are several different tours offered to see exciting parts of the city. You can take a segway tour around the Capital, a Ghost and Bat segway tour, bar hopping tours, even a water-to-land tour (Austin Duck Adventures.)

3 Reasons Cycling is Good for Your Health

3 Reasons Cycling is Good for Your Health

Most people think of riding a bike as just a leisurely activity. Some do it for sport (like when you see the pack of cyclists riding on the side of the road, training for the next ride.) But a lot of people don't know much about the health benefits cycling actually provides. 

Best Biking Trails in the Hill Country

Best Biking Trails in the Hill Country

The Texas hill country offers some of the most scenic routes around with no shortage of wildflowers, lakes, parks and wildlife.