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3 days ago | 
bicycling.co.za | Michael Finch
Whether it’s a long ride with friends, a race, or a strenuous interval session, fueling up correctly before a bike ride is key to keeping energy high and maintaining stable blood sugar levels. However, not all rides call for the same nutrition strategy; distance and intended intensity both factor into what you should eat before hopping on the saddle.
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1 week ago | 
bicycling.co.za | Michael Finch
While Trek’s Checkmate goes all in on racing, the Checkpoint is free to become a gravel bike built for adventure. And multiple updates for 2025 express that. “Puts you in a more relaxed upright riding position”Comfort is a big theme. A great deal of that comfort is due to the revised geometry that Trek says “puts you in a more relaxed upright riding position” and allows more riders to get a good fit on the bike.
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1 week ago | 
bicycling.co.za | Michael Finch
Dan Loubser not only won the 2025 36ONE MTB Challenge on Saturday, 24 May, but also shattered the course record and the 13-hour mark in the process. The Freewheel Cycology man’s time for the 356 kilometre course was 42 minutes and 20 seconds faster than Drikus Coetzee’s 2022 benchmark, as well as 25 minutes and 3 seconds quicker than the 13-hour goal. This ensured that he would take home a performance bonus to top up his winner’s prize purse to R36 100.
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1 week ago | 
bicycling.co.za | Michael Finch
People ride bikes for different reasons. Whether you’re a roadie, gravel grinder, mountain biker, triathlete or casual commuter – or even just someone who’s ready to dust off your old bike in the garage and get some fresh air – there’s a Garmin GPS bike computer for you. With so many options, it can be tough to choose. Here’s the full range, from basic to the most advanced.
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2 weeks ago | 
bicycling.co.za | Michael Finch
You’ve made the commitment to tough it out and keep riding right through the winter this year. It won’t be easy, but it’s safe to say that you can expect a lot from your efforts. So prep your bike and break out your warmest gear, because here are seven reasons to fully embrace winter bike riding. Winter is classic base-training time.
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2 weeks ago | 
bicycling.co.za | Michael Finch
While every cyclist is different, there are a few general guidelines to follow to ensure you’re in a good position to generate the most watts with the least amount of effort. “Your shoulders should be relaxed and your wrists should be in a nice, neutral position”For most of us, a fast ride is a comfortable ride, so make sure your upper body isn’t too stiff.
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2 weeks ago | 
bicycling.co.za | Michael Finch
Whether you’re tackling tough intervals during a training session, pushing yourself to the top of a climb, or grinding into a persistent headwind, mental perseverance is a valuable skill for any rider looking to improve. For some riders, the ability to dig deep comes naturally. Others are motivated by direct competition. I have always been in the second group of riders, motivated by racing other people.
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2 weeks ago | 
bicycling.co.za | Michael Finch
There’s something special about riding through winter. The quiet roads. The visible breath. That deep, satisfying rhythm that only comes from pedaling through the cold. It’s not always easy, but it’s always worth it. The stillness brings focus, and in those early-morning shadows you often find your best rides. The 2025 CIOVITA Winter Collection is made for cyclists who lean into those chilly starts. This collection isn’t about just surviving winter – it’s about making winter memorable.
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2 weeks ago | 
bicycling.co.za | Michael Finch
After I wrote a story about increasing the range of motion of our necks to be able to better turn our heads and look behind us while we’re riding, I got a bunch of emails from readers saying that the topic resonated with them. And that got me thinking about necks. About all we put them through during our modern day-to-day lives of looking down at various technologies, sleeping funny, bad posture, and just overall neglect. And how that leads to problems.
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2 weeks ago | 
bicycling.co.za | Michael Finch
Your bike’s drivetrain is the magic that keeps you rolling, turning your pedaling into power. Whether you’re just cruising around or tackling some trails, knowing what everything is called and how it all works will make you a more knowledgeable cyclist. This information will also help you shop for bicycles and parts, and assist you in communicating with your mechanic when maintenance and repair are required, or if you are looking for upgrades.
