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Which type of bag would you rather take for a bike touring adventure? Pannier or the oversized saddle bag? Why is this?

What was the last bike repair that you or your local bike shop made to your bike? Mine was adding a new chain to the bike. My chain finally wore out.

Has anyone heard of the company, The Black Bibs? https://theblackbibs.com/ I’ve been using them for a few years now. They make really good quality cycling apparel. I have quite a few bib shorts as well as tights from them and jerseys and I’m really really happy with the quality of the apparel.

What’s your biggest cycling weakness? For me, it’s going downhill. I’m the type that rides the brakes because I fear going to too fast and wrecking. How about you all? What’s your biggest cycling weakness?

Are any of you recumbent bike riders? Recumbent bikes are the ones that you sit in and our mainly positioned towards the ground. They really rely on your legs, as you really don’t get a chance to stand up on the bike like you can on traditional bikes.

Has gas and vehicle prices rise, so does the need for a different transportation infrastructure. I feel at some point that e-bikes will be a main form of transportation for many people. This will cause governments to create better cycling infrastructure so that people can use their bikes to get...

what makes you want to ride a fixed gear or single speed bike? Why would you choose this bike over other styles?

Which mountain bike do you prefer? Hardtail which is a bike with front suspension only. Full which is a bike with both front and rear suspension. Vote and feel free to reply further. :)

What do you all think about the Unbound Gravel Race in Kansas? Have any of you ever participated in this event? I have many friends who’s done it but I never have. I’ve never even been to Kansas, lol. I’d like to do it some day but I’m not sure I could ride 200 miles in one day. How about you...

I love road biking and I love mountain biking. I started out as a road cyclist but over the years, all the phone wielding drivers really ruin it for us. So I started riding more on backroads and rail trails with my mountain bike. The mountain bike is super heavy though. So I got me a...

Electronic shifting offers what many say is game-changing cycling technology. Contenders like Shimano Di2 and SRAM AXS are showing that shifting can be more smooth and enjoyable. How do you feel about it? Have you jumped on board yet? What has it done for you? For those that won’t use it...

What do you all think about going tubeless on a road bike? I’m still using tubes but I’m tubeless ready. I just haven’t made the switch. I’m tubeless on my gravel bike and I love it. But I’ve heard some talk about folks not liking tubeless road bikes. What do you think?

Enjoyed a gravel ride on the Tunnel Hill State Trail today. Around 19ish miles. Got a few PRs.

How do you feel about elitism in cycling today? I mean, I've seen it happening a lot. You're not a cyclist unless you buy this specific brand or this expensive bike. You're not a real rider unless you wear this specific brand of kit or pay this price. Some riders will laugh at you if you have...

I've seen cyclists especially group rides run stop signs and red lights. I've even seen some do it with cars coming. The driver has to put on the brakes, so they don't hit and most likely KILL the riders. This behavior happens and then of course drivers hate us for it. Who can justify this...

Strava might be adding too much gamification to cycling. It might be pushing for too much progress and really promoting burnout even if it doesn't mean to. Thank about it. To be anyone in the leaderboards of Strava, you have to compete better than the best in your area. If you're just starting...

How do you feel about regular cyclists wearing kits that resemble cycling teams in the professional cycling circuit? Do you think it's fine or do you think it's cringey? Would you wear one? Why or why not?

Where did you ride your bike today? Let's make this a big thread! Reply any day you rode your bike and tell us where you rode at! You don't have to give an exact location, but you can tell us about the route, the distance, and all that.

Do you wear a helmet when you bike? Some cyclists feel helmets are important because they prevent head injuries. Some even think they should be required by all cyclists. However, there are others who don't feel helmets are needed and feel that they should have the right to choose not to wear...

Do you commute to work by bicycle? If so, what bike do you use? What's the length of your commute? Do you find your commute pretty safe? I want to hear from all you commuters out there!