Molly Hurford

United States

https://t.co/SA0mr9coPc | https://t.co/y3OYGtdnMs | Author of Shred Girls Series (for young readers) | Writer. Cyclist. Runner. Reader.

Articles

You Feel Great Until You Get Off the Bike. Here’s What’s Up With Post-Ride Discomfort, According to a Doctor

1 week ago | bicycling.com | Molly Hurford

Jump to:StomachacheHeadache BloatingLeg CrampsUrgent Need to PeeCold and ShakyHacking CoughIt’s a relatively common scenario: You finish a ride strong, but once you’re off the bike, you start to feel yucky. It happens to the best of us, but the good news is the post-ride blues are easily preventable with a little foresight and pre-planning. “I think post-ride problems are often extensions of in-ride issues,” says Michael Ross, MD, a sports medicine physician with the Rothman Institute.
The Top 100-Mile Rides Across the U.S. Will Redefine Your Cycling Bucket List.

2 weeks ago | bicycling.com | Molly Hurford

Planning to ride a century this year? Most of the popular 100-mile routes in the U.S. center around races or Gran Fondos, particularly gravel grinders and gran fondos. But there are plenty of popular trails and even a certain 3.5-mile loop in a popular park that are known for being ideal for a century ride. Get Bicycling's Guide to How to Master the Century Here, we’re rounding up some of the heavy favorites.
Ready for a Smoother Ride? Getting a Professional Bike Fit Can Help Maximize Comfort and Efficiency

1 month ago | bicycling.com | Molly Hurford

If you want to maximize comfort and/or efficiency on your rides, a professional bike fit can make a major difference. You’d be surprised at what shifting a saddle up or back a few millimeters can do. But in order to have a great bike fit, you need to pick the right bike fitter for you—and to make sure they understand what you need.
Conquer a Century? These Expert Tips Will Help You Go Even Faster Next Time

1 month ago | bicycling.com | Molly Hurford

If you’ve already ridden a century, you may be thinking about going longer. Or maybe, you’re starting to wonder just how fast you could ride 100 miles. There’s a sense of satisfaction that comes every time you bring down the total time it takes you to pedal a century, whether you’re bringing your time from 12 to 11 hours or from six to five and a half hours.
Why you should plan a trip to Ontario's Bruce Trail

1 month ago | runningmagazine.ca | Molly Hurford

If you’re a trail runner in southern Ontario, you’ve almost certainly encountered the white and blue blazes that signify you’re on a part of the Bruce Trail, the 900-km trail that begins at the Niagara River and runs along the Niagara Escarpment all the way to Tobermory, at the tip of the Bruce Peninsula. Along the way, an additional 450 km of side trail—with more added almost every year—makes it the perfect bucket-list challenge.
Why you should plan a trip to Ontario's Bruce Trail - Canadian Running Magazine

1 month ago | flipboard.com | Molly Hurford

NowIn his new book, Brendan O’Meara delves into what makes Pre such a timeless running icon. “To give anything less than your best is to sacrifice the gift.” “It’s not who’s the best—it’s who can take the most pain.” “Somebody may beat me, but they are going to have to bleed to do it.” These are just …
Under Armour Diversity Series: Ultra Black creates space for Black wellness

1 month ago | runningmagazine.ca | Molly Hurford

Under Armour has teamed up with Canadian Running to produce the Under Armour Diversity Series — an exclusive feature content series designed to highlight and promote individuals and organizations who have demonstrated a commitment to grow the sport of running, support those who are underrepresented and help others. The series features stories and podcasts highlighting these extraordinary Canadians who are making a difference in their communities and on the national running scene.
The Shred Girls Are Back with a New Book for Middle Grade Readers

1 month ago | pinkbike.com | Molly Hurford

Looking for a summer read that might get your kiddos to ask to join you on the trails? Enter the Shred Girls, a series of middle grade books from author Molly Hurford that follows three young cyclists—Lindsay, Ali and Jen—as they navigate single track and the perils of growing up. In the upcoming fourth installment of the series, the girls are off to summer camp, but before they can get settled into their cabins, mysterious things start to happen.
Why an Hour Ride Is Better Than No Ride

1 month ago | bicycling.com | Molly Hurford

Chris Burrill’s been coming to Sea Otter for years, and it never disappoints him. He loves checking out the latest bike tech (and likely texted his wife photos of a few new tandem accessories he spotted) and he loves racing something “fun.” Most of all, he loves being surrounded by people who are enjoying the ride just as much as he is.
Discomfort On the Bike Can Tell You A Lot About Your Bike Fit. Here's What Your Pain Could Mean and How to Fix It

1 month ago | bicycling.com | Molly Hurford

Whether you’re feeling a little stiff on a new bike or your old bike is suddenly starting to feel uncomfortable, you can easily make changes right at home. Often, you get stuck in an old, outdated bike fit that no longer works with your body or the newest bike geometry, and you’re afraid to make a change, like moving your seat post up or down or sliding your saddle a little further forward. But tweaking your bike fit can make your rides both more comfortable and more efficient.