Numb Toes After Riding a Motorcycle

Although experiencing numb toes after riding a motorcycle is not all that common of an occurrence, it can happen. If it happens to you, you may be concerned that it is a sign of a significant problem. Fortunately, numbness and tingling in the toes after riding your bike usually is no cause for alarm. Before […]

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How to Cure a Numb or Sore Bum from Motorcycle Riding

A quick ride around town isn’t likely to get your rear end aching, but an extended motorcycle ride can result in a painful or numb backside. Manufacturer seats aren’t what they should be, and often do not provide much padding. In addition, their flat design means that the bulk of the force and weight of […]

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Bike Sharing Benefits and Disadvantages

Bike sharing programs have sprouted up in many cities and communities across the United States. Some in the cycling community believe these programs are beneficial and encourage riding by individuals who might not otherwise use a bicycle. Others think that the programs are fraught with potential hazards and create more problems than they solve. The […]

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Morton’s Neuroma in Cycling – Causes and Treatment

Morton’s neuroma is nerve pain that occurs between the toes due to a thickening in the area surrounding the nerves that branch out to the toes. People with Morton’s neuroma often feel pain or numbness under the toes, between the toes, or on the ball of the foot. The pain often radiates between the 3rd […]

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Cycling Headaches: What They Are and How to Prevent Them

Cycling headaches or exercise headaches are painful headaches that occur either during or shortly after an extended period of exercise. I’ve suffered from exercise-induced and cycling-induced headaches for years, so I think I can speak to both the cause and prevention. It is important to remember that although exercise-induced headaches are common, if you are […]

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Shin Pain and Cycling

Shin and lower leg pain, commonly referred to as shin splints, is common among athletes. Although it doesn’t occur too often among cyclists, it can happen if you increase your cadence or hit the hills without proper training. Shin pain cycling can range nothing more than a nuisance to a major, debilitating issue. There are […]

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ADHD and Cycling: A Therapeutic Approach

6.4 million children are diagnosed with ADHD, a common disorder of childhood. This disorder continues to affect many into adulthood, as well. Typically children are treated with Adderall, Ritalin, and Concerta – stimulants that actually lessen the symptoms of ADHD. Unfortunately, these medications come with side effects, including anxiety, nausea, lack of appetite, and insomnia. […]

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​What’s the Best Time of Day for Cycling?​​

What’s the best time of day for cycling? Is it better to cycle first thing in the morning, in the evening before dinner, or somewhere in between? It turns out, when you choose to ride DOES make a difference. Although it makes logical sense to ride whenever you can fit it into your busy schedule, if […]

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How to Prevent Road Salt Motorcycle Damage

It’s a crazy time of the year – it can be snowy one day and warm just a few days later. Cities love using road salt to treat icy and snowy roads. Road salt causes ice to melt and prevents refreezing. It is a relatively inexpensive solution to dangerous, icy roads. But once the snow […]

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How to Remove Scratches from Your Motorcycle DIY

No matter how careful you are to keep your motorcycle safe from damage, scratches are inevitable. Often the culprit is little bits of gravel on the roadways that strike your bike. Bits of gravel and road debris are treacherous to your bike’s finish and there’s no way to avoid them. If you use your motorcycle […]

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