Search Results for: "winter riding"
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Training
The 7 emotional stages of winter riding, part deux
This is a manifesto
Matt Hansen November 29, 2023 -
Training
The 7 emotional stages of winter riding
Here are the inevitable moments that cyclists experience while braving the cold
Matt Hansen November 24, 2023 -
Advocacy
This Finnish cyclist showed just how beautiful winter riding can be
It’s easy to ride in the snow with proper infrastructure
Matt Hansen December 23, 2022 -
Gear Reviews
This Canadian heated apparel company will completely change your winter riding
Quatra Vici is the future of heated clothing
Matt Hansen April 5, 2022 -
Training
An old-school approach to winter riding
Embrace the outdoors even in the cold and snow
Canadian Cycling Magazine January 3, 2019 -
MTB
Does Vancouver Island have Canada’s best winter riding?
Canada has no shortage of great riding, but could West be best?
Terry McKall December 15, 2018 -
MTB
How to make the most of winter riding
No, there’s no hero dirt in February, but there’s still plenty of fun
Terry McKall January 26, 2018 -
News
Winter riding on the rise, says Calgary-based cold-weather cycling veteran
Kim Kelln earned his veteran status, the CBC reported, by riding the streets of the Alberta city year-round for more than 10 years.
Todd Aalgaard January 17, 2016 -
News
Riding in the winter in Montreal is easy and a great way to get around, locals say
Cyclists at the Forum du Vélo d’Hiver encourage others to embrace pedalling in the cold months
Matt Hansen February 22, 2024 -
MTB
Gear essentials to keep riding through winter
Just what you need when you’re riding outside
Terry McKall January 10, 2022 -
Skills
5 tips for riding your bicycle during the winter
The preparation and precautions cyclists should take riding during the winter
Canadian Cycling Magazine December 29, 2020 -
Clothing
6 gloves that will have you riding through the winter
From lobster claws mitts to light knits, this selection has the right covering for your hands when the conditions are crummy
Lorena Jones November 14, 2019 -
Gear Reviews
Top 5 bikes to get riding outside during winter 2018
Five bikes for different winter riders
Philippe Tremblay January 7, 2018 -
News
A recap of the snow-riding, cold-braving, frost-festooned fun of Winter Bike to Work Day, social media-style
Take a look at how riders across Canada marked Winter Bike to Work Day the way they do best.
Todd Aalgaard February 13, 2016 -
Feature
Maghalie Rochette discusses her winter training: “I really don’t mind riding inside on the trainer”
The rising star in the Canadian cyclocross and mountain bike scenes talks about how she stays in top form during the colder months, both indoors and out.
Todd Aalgaard December 21, 2015 -
Spotlight
BYXE Week aims to motivate more Saskatoon cyclists to ride in the winter
Lots of prizes available for locals if they get out in the cold temps
Matt Hansen February 23, 2024 -
Training
Unlocking training consistency: All the benefits of indoor riding
Riding inside is something that can help your fitness all-year round
Matt Hansen January 29, 2024 -
Members
Mastering Winter Preparation for Spring Races in the Great White North
Even though the elements are hindering your riding, you can be ready to go when the snow melts
Peter Glassford January 15, 2024 -
Training Guide
5 Zwift PowerUps we desperately need this winter
The online training platform could get even better
Matt Hansen January 10, 2024 -
Gear Reviews
How to layer for the winter
A guide to stay warm and comfortable when the temps drop
Matt Hansen December 19, 2023 -
News
How to stay injury-free on the trainer this winter
Molly Hurford on how to stay comfortable and healthy while riding indoors
Matt Hansen December 11, 2023 -
Training
Why you should still ride outside sometimes this winter
Augment your indoor rides with a weekly session outdoors
Matt Hansen December 8, 2023 -
News
A Montreal cyclist shared their first experience with the Bixi winter pilot project
Jacques Nacouzi talks about what it was like to use the bike share in the snow
Matt Hansen December 4, 2023 -
News
I haven’t been on a track in decades, but…it was like riding a bicycle
Trying the Mattamy National Cycling Centre velodrome for the first time was a total joy
Matt Hansen November 13, 2023 -
Buyer's Guide
Giftable gear to keep you warm on winter rides
Fight off frost and make riding through snowy season comfortable
Canadian Cycling Magazine November 10, 2023 -
Podcast
A team of six started a winter bikepacking trip, only three finished
During a 1,000-km journey to Alaska, a group faced dangerous road conditions, terrible weather and mechanical issues, and then things fell apart
Canadian Cycling Magazine November 9, 2023 -
Gear Reviews
Ekoi launches new men’s and women’s winter collections
New kits keep you warm in style
Matt Hansen October 20, 2023 -
MTB
Watch: ‘An Ode to Spring Riding’
Lief Rodgers tearing up Vedder Mountain
Terry McKall June 6, 2023 -
News
Ariel Winter mistook Lance Armstrong for astronaut Neil Armstrong on ‘Stars On Mars’ Premiere
New reality show pits celebrities on mock Red Planet
Matt Hansen June 6, 2023 -
News
The ultimate MS Bike: Jonathan Allenger is riding across Canada
Canadian with multiple sclerosis is cycling to raise money for research
Matt Hansen May 25, 2023 -
MTB
Five new riding jerseys for spring
Short sleeve, long sleeve, merino and tech fabrics
Terry McKall April 28, 2023 -
Advocacy
Jordan Peterson doesn’t seem to understand winter cycling in Canada
The controversial professor has some strong opinions about cycling infrastructure
Canadian Cycling Magazine January 31, 2023 -
News
Alison Jackson made an absolutely priceless TikTok about cycling in Canadian winter
The EF Education-TIBCO-SVB rider is all of us trying to ride in the snow
Matt Hansen January 19, 2023 -
Cyclocross
What I learned from riding the sandy Koksijde World Cup in the ’90s
It was just as wild then
Matt Hansen January 4, 2023 -
Maintenance
How to prepare your ebike (or eMTB) for winter storage
Putting your ebike away properly can prevent damage
Terry McKall December 2, 2022 -
Training
3 reasons why you should fat bike this winter
It’s a great way to slow down and enjoy the cold months
Matt Hansen December 2, 2022 -
Advocacy
Winter cycling is more popular than ever in Quebec
Huge increase in riding in the cold months since 2020
Matt Hansen November 28, 2022 -
Gear Reviews
What you need to get into fat biking this winter
A guide to trying something new in the cold months
Matt Hansen November 21, 2022 -
Members
Why Getting Off the Bike [Gasp!] Can Help Your Riding
The benefits of cross-training with walking, running, skiing, team sports and more As a cyclist with a limited amount of […]
Peter Glassford November 15, 2022 -
Members
A Trio of Trainers: Three of the best machines for riding indoors
Smart trainers are getting brainier and brainier. Take the latest offerings from Elite and Wahoo. They are jam-packed with features […]
Canadian Cycling Magazine November 15, 2022 -
Training
5 ways to improve your riding performance that don’t involve cycling
There’s lots to do—off bike—to make you faster
Matt Hansen October 26, 2022 -
MTB
Three trail pants fit for fall riding
Pedal into all kinds of weather before winter sets in
Terry McKall October 19, 2022 -
News
Toronto Hustle is riding for 24 hours to raise money for mental health
Ride for Mind starts Friday
Matt Hansen March 2, 2022 -
MTB
Watch: Winter training with Finn Iles on Vancouver Island
T-shirt weather and perfect dirt in the Cowichan Valley
Terry McKall February 23, 2022 -
Maintenance
When salt attacks! Winter riders, protect your bike against this vicious substance
Winter maintenance tips for outdoor and indoor riders
Canadian Cycling Magazine February 19, 2022 -
MTB
7 ways to make training through winter exciting
Alternative activities for all kinds of riders
Terry McKall January 5, 2022 -
Training
Improve your hill climbing this winter
Indoor training is a great way
Matt Hansen December 15, 2021 -
Training
Are you wearing enough winter clothes?
A guide to dressing properly
Matt Hansen November 29, 2021 -
Training
5 reasons to ride a ‘cross, gravel or MTB this winter
Treaded tires can be your friend as the weather gets colder
Matt Hansen October 18, 2021 -
Health Tips
Should you fast intermittently during the winter?
A look at the effect of cold and rainy rides on an empty stomach
Matt Hansen October 13, 2021 -
Training
How to stay cool when riding in hot weather
11 ways to beat the heat when temperatures soar this summer
Terry McKall June 30, 2021 -
Gear Reviews
Review: Pacto spring and winter kit
We tested Pacto’s long sleeve water resistant sweater, winter bib tights, carbon long sleeve jersey and shoe covers
Lily Hansen-Gillis April 8, 2021 -
Training
7 spring riding topics you shouldn’t bring up with a cyclist
We made it through the winter but we still have some complaints
Lily Hansen-Gillis April 4, 2021 -
Podcast
Seven Summits is your riding challenge for 2021, and it’s really, really tough
Ryan Atkins on the difficulties and the rewards of climbing the world’s highest peaks, virtually
Canadian Cycling Magazine March 11, 2021 -
MTB
Riding snowy North Shore woodwork with Geoff Gulevich
Winter makes North Van gnar even sketchier
Terry McKall February 15, 2021 -
MTB
What “Off Season?” – Steve Vanderhoek tours North Van’s hardest features mid-winter
One heck of a pre-surgery ride checklist …
Terry McKall February 4, 2021 -
Maintenance
Winter tune-ups are the new spring tune-up
Why now is the time to get your bike ready if you want to ride this spring
Terry McKall January 22, 2021 -
Training
7 reasons you should ride outside this winter
Get off the trainer and out onto the chilly roads and trails
Lily Hansen-Gillis January 18, 2021 -
Cyclocross
Pro cyclocross racer Michael van den Ham’s tips for riding in the snow
Hot tips for cold weather riding
Lily Hansen-Gillis January 13, 2021 -
Gear Reviews
Dressing for winter cycling with gear you already have at home
Don’t let a lack of gear hold you back from year-round outdoor riding
Lily Hansen-Gillis January 3, 2021 -
Gear Reviews
Review: Castelli winter jacket and bibtights
The Alpha Ros 2 jacket and Nano Flex Pro 2 bibtights will keep you warm and dry
Lily Hansen-Gillis December 28, 2020 -
Gear Reviews
Save your shoes for summer: the Shimano IC1 is just for indoor riding
Minimalist, lightweight and affordable option designed to work with all kinds of spin bikes
Terry McKall December 18, 2020 -
Health+Nutrition
The 10 emotional stages of winter cycling
The inevitable moments cyclists experience while braving the cold
Canadian Cycling Magazine December 3, 2020 -
Rides+Events
JaBig on the perfect cross-Canada touring bike, music for riding and his personal connection to World Bicycle Relief
With his 5-year international DJ world tour by bike called off due to COVID-19, the cyclist set out to re-explore his country (this time with gears and in the summer)
Lily Hansen-Gillis August 31, 2020 -
News
Winter cycling found to be no less safe than cycling in the summer
Will the cycling boom in Canada carry on into the winter months?
Lily Hansen-Gillis July 2, 2020 -
Spotlight
Why Tim Wellens has spent (almost) his whole career riding the Ridley Helium
The Lotto–Soudal cyclist on his all-time favourite bike and changing things up on gravel rides
Lily Hansen-Gillis June 25, 2020 -
Feature
Early season road riding: Taking on Highwood Pass, assisted
A spring ritual in southern Alberta with a new, electric, twist
Canadian Cycling Magazine May 4, 2020 -
Feature
Opinion: Riding outside is all right, within reason
Getting fresh air on two wheels is still allowed, for now, but it does look different
Terry McKall April 12, 2020 -
Feature
Opinion: For now, I’m happier riding indoors
“The sense of relief I feel everyday from taking this extra measure to stay safe is far better than riding outside.”
Canadian Cycling Magazine April 9, 2020 -
Feature
Seriously, stop group riding
As cyclists continue to disregard recommendations, they are putting themselves and others at risk
Lily Hansen-Gillis April 8, 2020 -
Training
Tune up your legs for riding outdoors
Endurance rides with short sprints will have you ready when it’s time to ditch the trainer
Canadian Cycling Magazine April 6, 2020 -
Rides+Events
Motivation to get through the last dregs of winter
A list to remind you why you love to ride
Canadian Cycling Magazine February 26, 2020 -
News
Winter bike to work day has people across Canada celebrating their chilly commutes
Canadians who braved the weather and cycled to work
Canadian Cycling Magazine February 14, 2020 -
MTB
Destination: Escape winter to the trails of Brevard, N.C.
Transylvania County boasts waterfalls, rideglines and a snow-free singletrack getaway
Canadian Cycling Magazine January 25, 2020 -
MTB
Riding Vancouver Island with world champ Loic Bruni and Finn Iles
A muddy winter day on Mount Prevost with an all-star riding crew
Terry McKall December 21, 2019 -
Gear Reviews
Why you need ski goggles for your winter rides
A neglected area in the cycling gear industry
Lily Hansen-Gillis December 12, 2019 -
MTB
Watch: Riding an abandoned bobsled track
Antoine Boulard shreds snow, sled tracks and trails in “Here We Go”
Terry McKall November 29, 2019 -
Rides+Events
Where the riding only feels remote
In Peterborough and the Kawarthas, you can ride quiet roads, and then take in a vibrant town
Matthew Pioro October 10, 2019 -
MTB
Slayer vs. Howler: Riding the 2020 Rocky Mountain Slayer
Testing the Canadian brand’s coil sprung sender on Whistler’s Westside trails at Crankworx
Terry McKall August 21, 2019 -
Training
9 spring-riding experiences every Canadian cyclist can relate to
You know you are a Canadian cyclist when you must be prepared for these features of springtime riding
Philippe Tremblay May 7, 2019 -
Rides+Events
Sunshine Pro: The ultimate training and riding guide for Tucson
The dry, beautiful weather of Tucson attracts amateurs and pros alike Marie-Soleil Blais to the scenic roads and epic climbs of Arizona
Canadian Cycling Magazine April 2, 2019 -
Training
Tune up your legs for riding outdoors
Endurance rides with short sprints will have you ready when it’s time to ditch the trainer
The Cycling Gym March 31, 2019 -
MTB
Warming up from winter with Rocky Mountain / Race Face in Queenstown
Canadian trio prepares for first Enduro World Series round in New Zealand
Terry McKall March 22, 2019 -
MTB
Student pro vs. full time racer: Two weeks of winter training with Peter Disera
Two-time Canadian elite XCO national champion shares how different his winter training looks now that he’s graduated from University of Guelph
Terry McKall March 12, 2019 -
Podcast
Podcast: Stories from a 600-km winter fat bike ride in Northern Ontario, Svein Tuft: from bike bum to the WorldTour
The four riders of the James Bay Descent project tell their tales from out on the trail. The country’s favourite hardman speaks about the evolution of his long road cycling career
Canadian Cycling Magazine March 1, 2019 -
Blogs
Oli Asks: André Gagnon rides all the way to Tijuana to avoid Prairie winter
Saskatoon racer mixes sailing and serious base miles on his way to 2019 season
Oliver Evans February 25, 2019 -
MTB
Six unique sounds of winter biking
The crunch of fresh snow and the squeal of brakes: mountain biking sounds different in winter
Terry McKall February 13, 2019 -
Blogs
Ask Oli: Winter weather training adjustments
When the weather suddenly changes it can affect your training but with an open mind and some creativity you can still get a workout in that’s good for your physical and mental health
Oliver Evans February 13, 2019 -
Rides+Events
8 steps to skip the remainder of the Canadian winter and ride somewhere warm
If you are sick of the cold, wet and snow at home, here is how you can plan a successful cycling getaway
Philippe Tremblay February 4, 2019 -
Podcast
Podcast: Ted King on riding fat bikes on James Bay, interviews from Rally UHC team camp
Former Cannondale-Garmin pro and a fellow rider discuss a planned 600-km trek from Ontario to Nunavut and back. Sara Poidevin and Sara Bergen of Rally UHC Cycling look to the season ahead
Canadian Cycling Magazine January 31, 2019 -
Training
A week of winter base training with Leah Kirchmann
The Canadian time trial champion has been in Tucson, Mallorca and Calpe preparing for the 2019 season
Philippe Tremblay January 26, 2019 -
Training
The 10 emotional stages of riding the trainer
Indoor cycling is an inevitable reality of training during the winter in the Northern Hemisphere but it comes with its highs and lows
Canadian Cycling Magazine January 24, 2019 -
Health+Nutrition
Ask Oli: Keeping your chin up this winter
The mental challenge of winter can take its toll on cyclists. Here are 11 strategies for staying upbeat
Oliver Evans January 17, 2019 -
Training
A week of winter training in Montreal with James Piccoli
Tour de Beauce winner uses intermittent fasting, spin classes and a wide range of activities to make up for less volume while at home in January
Philippe Tremblay January 13, 2019 -
Training
A week of winter training with Sara Poidevin
Building base is what a week in January is all about for Rally UHC’s 22-year-old climber
Philippe Tremblay January 10, 2019 -
News
Where are Canadian road cyclists training this winter?
Canada’s top riders are busy putting in kilometres in far-flung destinations across the world preparing for the 2019 season
Philippe Tremblay January 7, 2019 -
MTB
Seven ways to beat the winter blues this January
Surefire ways to keep the dark days from getting you down
Terry McKall January 4, 2019 -
MTB
Where are the Canadian pros training this winter?
From dry roads to frozen trails, here’s were Canada’s best are getting ready for 2019
Terry McKall December 29, 2018 -
Cyclocross
Better riding through perfect tire pressure
How adjusting your inflation could be the easiest way to improve your ride
Terry McKall December 28, 2018