Here’s what separates cyclists from people who own bikes: winter. When the temperature drops below 40°F, bike paths empty like a fire alarm went off. Suddenly, that army of weekend warriors vanishes, leaving only the true believers – the winter warriors who understand that cycling isn’t a fair-weather hobby, but a year-round calling.
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The Cannondale Hooligan bicycle is sort of a hybrid between a city bike and a BMX. It also has elements of a road bike in terms of sleek tires, light frame and build quality. It can adapt to various body sizes. Ranging from 4'5" to 6’. This allows the same bike frame to be used by so many different sizes by mere adjustment of the seat. It doesn’t fold but still small enough to be stored in a city apartment.
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Six months ago, I stepped on a scale and didn’t recognize the number staring back at me. Forty pounds heavier than my college weight, winded walking up stairs, and wearing increasingly loose clothing to hide what I’d become. I’d tried gym memberships (unused after February), running (my knees disagreed), and every diet trending on social media.
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Mile 52. That’s where my cycling dreams crashed into biological reality. What started as an ambitious 80-mile ride became a death march of cramping legs, empty glycogen stores, and the humbling realization that fitness and endurance are completely different beasts.
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Twenty miles from home, you hear the dreaded hissssss of escaping air. Your heart sinks as you realize your phone has no signal, and the next town is a mystery. This is the moment that separates prepared cyclists from those who push their bikes home in defeat.
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Picture this: It’s 11 PM on a Sunday night, and your bike is making that dreaded grinding sound that means you won’t be commuting tomorrow unless you do something about it. The bike shop won’t open for another 10 hours, and even then, you’re looking at a $75/hour labor charge for what might be a five-minute fix.
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The salesperson’s eyes light up as you walk into the bike shop. They see dollar signs. You see freedom – no more cramped subway rides, no more hunting for parking spots, no more being held hostage by bus schedules. But between that vision and reality lies a minefield of bad advice, overpriced bikes, and features you don’t actually need.
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Hello friends, we are a group of riders dedicated to telling our cycling stories and reviewing cycling gears. We discuss issues beneficial to riders of various strengths and experiences. We provide tips that can help you ride faster and longer, enjoying every bit of your ride. Whether you are riding a cruizer, a bmx, a dirt bike or a road bike, there’s a story for you here. Please drop us a note about gears you want to see reviewed, questions you have, or just to say thank you. We do appreciate it.
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