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Trail Use Tips Page 9

RTC 2014 Pennsylvania Rail-Trail Sojourn | Photo by Katie Harris

Pennsylvania Rail-Trail Sojourn Countdown (How to Prepare for a 200-Mile Bike Trip)

Posted 06/19/15 by Katie Harris in Trail Use, Building Trails | Tagged with Encouraging Trail Use, How-to, Pennsylvania, Sojourn Series, Trail Use Tips

RTC’s Pennsylvania Rail-Trail Sojourn is a few days away! And like all responsible sojourners, I've spent the last few weeks diligently preparing for this 200-mile, six-day ride. Here's how....

Photo courtesy Mark Stosberg

How to Plan Your First Overnight Bike Trip

Posted 05/22/15 by Katie Harris in Trail Use | Tagged with Biking, How-to, Trail Use Tips

Bike touring is rising in popularity across the country, and for good reason. Many seasoned cyclists will tell you: “There’s no better way to experience a place than by bike. If your relationship with your bike stops at day trips, the idea of a multi-day excursion might seem intimidating! Rest easy! These simple tips can help get you on your way to your first overnighter. And we bet it won’t be your last!

Photo by Mark Wilkinson

Seven Things That Can Go Wrong on a Bike—And How to Fix ‘Em!

Posted 05/11/15 by Katie Harris in Trail Use | Tagged with Biking, Encouraging Trail Use, How-to, Trail Use Tips

We’ve all had those days where things just didn’t go as planned. Unfortunately, these unlucky instances can strike when you're on your bike, too. Here are (unlucky number) seven things that can go wrong on a bike ride—and some ways to cope with them.

Photo courtesy Daniele Zanni | CC by 2.0

How to Keep That Healthy Trail Resolution

Posted 01/09/15 by Amy Kapp in Trail Use, Health and Wellness | Tagged with Health and Active Living, How-to, Trail Use Tips

Whoever said “Variety is the spice of life” isn’t far off; changing things up is not only good for our muscles, but good for our minds as well. And that’s what makes trails so great; not only do they provide us safe places to be physically active—they also provide us with safe places to get to other great places to be physical active! Here are just a few easy ways trails can help you keep your trail resolution interesting, and keep it—full stop.

Photo by Chuck Harris

How to Winterize Your Trail Adventure

Posted 12/04/14 by Katie Harris in America's Trails, Trail Use | Tagged with How-to, Trail Destinations, Trail Use Tips, Winter Uses

The air has been crisp for weeks, and you’re no longer surprised when you walk out and pull that cool inhale into your chest. The first of the season flurries has fallen. But just because your bike can't enjoy the trail, doesn’t mean you can’t! Here are five ways to keep your tail on the trail during the colder seasons.

Photo by DJ Damien

How to Get Your Bike in Tip-Top Shape in Under 10 Minutes

Posted 11/10/14 by Katie Harris in Trail Use | Tagged with Repairs and Trail Safety, Gear, How-to, Trail Use Tips

For the time-crunched, these steps can help you get your bike shined up and riding smoothly in less time than it takes the pizza delivery dude to get to your house.

Photo by Jamie McCaffrey

How to Ride in the Rain

Posted 11/10/14 by Katie Harris in Trail Use | Tagged with Repairs and Trail Safety, Bike Commuting, Gear, How-to, Trail Use Tips

Rain, whether a mist or a downpour, is a game changer. But, while it’s not top on the list for premiere riding conditions, with a few tricks up your sleeve, it’s easy to turn a ride in the rain from a soggy nightmare into a pleasure cruise.

Photo by Scott Jungling

How to Pull Off the Ultimate Trail Picnic

Posted 11/09/14 by Katie Harris in Trail Use | Tagged with Repairs and Trail Safety, Gear, How-to, Trail Use Tips

Whether you’re planning a fun-filled summer afternoon with your kids or trying to impress your new love interest, a trailside picnic (if done right!) could be just the ticket. Follow our quick tips, and transform your next trail outing into a proper picnic experience.

Winter Biking — Commuting in cold weather doesn't have to mean big bucks for new gear

Posted 01/09/13 by Jake Lynch in Trail Use | Tagged with How-to, Trail Use Tips

I discovered biking to work (or the shops or your friend's house) in the winter is really not much different from riding in the other seasons. And it doesn't cost much to buy a few essential items that will keep you warm during those winter rides.

Biking to Work: How to Get Started

Posted 10/26/11 by Jake Lynch in Trail Use | Tagged with How-to, Trail Use Tips

All over the country people are making the switch to two-wheels as an easy and efficient way to get around in cities, but particularly to commute to work. And innovative bike-sharing programs, like the new Capital Bikeshare system in Washington, D.C., are making it even easier to cycle between destinations in town.

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