Cycling Quiz

While getting a professional bike fit is the best, it may not be something that easily fits in your budget or schedule. There are many great resources online for the basics of bike fit that can educate you on how to make adjustments yourself. Sometimes it's these simple changes that can save you from a world of hurt.

In northern states like Minnesota and Wisconsin, often daylight is at a premium. If you need to bike at night, invest in a good front light and flashing rear-mounted light. Reflective clothing is a major plus. With so many distracted drivers, you can use all the visibility you can get. The disco ball, however, may be a little much.

Many cyclists deal with tingling or numbness in their feet. The culprit is often shoes that are too narrow or tight. As we are talking about feet, cleat position and shoe orthotics (inserts) can be of benefit depending on your foot’s shape.

Although stats are normally glossed over, here’s one to consider: a helmet can reduce the risk of head injury by 85%.

Although this is commonly understood, absolutely ride with traffic not against it.