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### 6 Gear Must-Haves That Add Comfort, Safety, and Convenience for Your Next Long Ride
By Tara Seplavy
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### How to Release Your Diaphragm to Breathe Better
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### Avoid These Mistakes on Your 1st Bikepacking Trip
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### The Ultimate Guide to Ride Your Best Century Ever!
By Brian Dalek, Mallory Creveling, CPT and Natascha Grief, NASM-CPT, -CES, -CNC, -BCS, -SFC
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### How to Use Group Rides for Century Training
By Molly Hurford
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### How to Strength Train for Your Fastest Century
By Kristine Kearns
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By Amanda Capritto
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### The Best Electric Bikes for Commuting, Hauling, Riding to School, and More—Tested by Our Editors
By Tara Seplavy
Mar 20, 2025
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### How to Charge an E-Bike for Maximum Battery Life
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### Getting a Flat Can Make Your Ride Better
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Rosael Torres-Davis
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### How to Prep For a First, Fast, or Fun Century Ride
Our staff's newest century rider and our most grizzled veteran share their experiences and advice on riding 100 miles.
By bill strickland
Mar 20, 2025
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### The 10 Best Hitch Bike Racks That Make Traveling with Your Ride Easier
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### How to Diagnose and Fix These Common Bike Noises
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### How to Prevent Age-Related Muscle Loss
By Lauren Bedosky
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