Cycling Fun Archives

I Watched the Worst Cycling Movie of All Time, So You Don’t Have To

March 5, 2025 at 4:26 am3 min reading

When you hear the name Quicksilver, you probably think of the sports brand or the Marvel Comics character. Yep, that scene where Quicksilver saves all the mutants from the exploding castle is legendary. You know what’s not legendary? The 1986 Kevin Bacon movie that shares…

A Simple Guide to Being a Terrible Bike Rider

February 27, 2025 at 3:41 pm3 min reading

Socialising and Culture

Cyclists and their culture are awesome. I’ll never get tired of repeating that. Still, there is always that one person. You know who I’m talking about. The one who will get in the way, be obnoxious, and self-important—a true Karen on two wheels.

The Unspoken Rules of the Coffee Break

February 20, 2025 at 1:56 pm4 min reading

Socialising and Culture

There are many things that define cycling culture—obsession with marginal gains, questionable tan lines, and an unwavering belief that a €300 pair of bib shorts is a “good investment”. But if there’s something that borderlines religious fanaticism, that’s the coffee break.

The Murtaugh List for Riders of Certain Age

February 10, 2025 at 4:31 pm4 min reading

Outdoor/Mountain

There comes a time in every rider’s life when they simply have to say: enough is enough. Sure, your mind is insistent on going all-in on every ride, but your body has turned into a Karen and is constantly filing complaints to your brain in…

Opinion: 7 Bits of Advice That Sound Reasonable But Are Actually the Worst

January 22, 2025 at 7:26 pm3 min reading

Explore & Travel

You are full of advice, especially when out on the bike while you see a newbie on the track. What better way to flex your experience than to lay down some good old-fashioned fatherly advice? Don’t worry if you’re twice as young as the recipient.…

How to Spot a Cyclist in Winter

January 10, 2025 at 8:27 am2 min reading

Socialising and Culture

Winter is a tricky time for cyclists. The ice, snow, and wind might temporarily separate them from their beloved two wheels, but they’re still out there—lurking among the rest. Even when they’re not on the saddle, their habits, quirks, and gear make them easy to…

A Simple Guide on How to Annoy a Cyclist During the Holidays

December 30, 2024 at 6:00 am4 min reading

Socialising and Culture

Heavy breathing, heart rate reaching the threshold, and face red as Rudolph’s nose. It may seem we are describing a typical climbing session with the occasional power burst. Alas, no. The same symptoms can be found in a much more distressful situation – namely, family…

What’s It Like to Date a Cyclist (As a Non-Cyclist)?

September 6, 2024 at 11:15 am4 min reading

Socialising and Culture

Cyclists are awesome. The sport is awesome, the culture as well. So, why is dating a cyclist so hard? This is especially true when you are not a cyclist and you don’t really care about bikes. The nerve, I know. And since you won’t be…

7 Things Mountain Bikers Love to Hate

May 2, 2024 at 7:38 am4 min reading

Outdoor/Mountain

As much as we love riding in the mountains, some things simply get on our nerves. They make our blood boil – and not in a good way. Yes, though we are a cheerful bunch, MTB riders are just as prone to hating as any…

Opinion: My Favourite Songs to Listen to When Riding a Trainer

January 9, 2024 at 3:32 pm5 min reading

Socialising and Culture

This won’t be another article listing the bicycle songs we all know and mostly love. No, this one will actually give you some advice on what kind of music you should listen to while riding on your trainer. Note that I’m explicitly talking about trainers,…