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Descending fast doesn’t make you a better cyclist. Riding another day does. 🚴

There’s a lot of pressure in cycling to bomb every descent as fast as possible.

Don’t fall for it.

Ride within your limits. Build confidence over time. The goal isn’t to impress strangers—it’s to keep riding for years to come.

What’s the sketchiest descent you’ve ever ridden? Or have you ever crashed going downhill?

Share your story below. It might help another rider make a safer decision.

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🚴 Have you ever attempted Eldred Street?

It’s considered one of the steepest streets in Los Angeles… and it’s no joke.

I made it almost to the top before I had to stop. Looking back, I was only seconds away from finishing.

If you’ve ridden Eldred, tell me:
Did you conquer it… or did it conquer you? 😅👇

Tag your favorite riding buddy who would be crazy enough to try this.

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The ride is peaceful…
because I know she’s holding down everything at home.

6 kids (one newborn), nonstop chaos…
and she still makes it look effortless.

Couldn’t do any of this without you 👑
I love you ❤️

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Are you/your partner like this?!? Tell me in the comments!

Why I love bicycles! Reason #5: CLIMBING. At the heart if cycling is pushing ourselves. Whether your overcoming a hill or mountain ⛰️ climbing helps us learn to focus on heart rate regulation, conscious breathing, and pushing our limits.

Why life is better with bicycles! Reason #45. Oval Chainrings. Oval chainrings perform outstandingly on sustained climbs and even flats. It smooths power better and creates less dead spots in your pedal stroke.

Reason # 66 of why life is better with bicycles. WHEELS