If you’re into bike racing—and we at Bill Bone Bike Law are really into it—you know Chris Froome. He’s not only this decade’s phenom cyclist, winning four Tour de France races (2013, 2015, 2016, 2017) as well as the Vuelta a España (2017), but he’s a marvel to watch even on screen if you never get to see him in [...]
Bill Bone Bike Law sponsored SMART Ride 2018, two days of cycling through picture-perfect South Florida winter weather-all to raise money for organizations that serve people who have or are at risk for AIDS/HIV and their families, friends, and affected communities. SMART Ride is extraordinary. In the 15 years since its inception, it has become the second largest AIDS fundraiser [...]
Cycling in America is, unfortunately, not the safest amongst healthy activities. While the popularity of cycling has continued to soar, this popularity growth has occurred in spite of the fact that, generally speaking, this nation is not a safe place to ride. There are certainly exceptions to this generalizations, some cities offer a number of safety precautions that make riding [...]
For most cyclists, group rides are an inevitable part of both competitive and recreational riding. Whether it’s a social family outing group ride to the ice cream shop or a 25-mile training sprint with a group of competitive cyclists, there are certain rules of the road that must be followed. Group rides, especially in Florida, get a lot of backlash. [...]
When we discuss the many health benefits linked to cycling, almost every article highlights the physical advantages of riding a bicycle. While the physical health benefits are certainly noteworthy and abundant, it is important to recognize the fact that cycling is really great for your brain too. The mental and psychological benefits of cycling are legitimate yet incredibly under-publicized. In [...]
Regular cyclists understand the power that cycling has on transforming the body. From both a speed and strength perspective, cycling builds the muscular structure while targeting cardiovascular endurance. Cycling tones and works many muscles in the body. While the primary muscles targeted are certainly the lower body muscles, the arm muscles as well the as the core also get in [...]
As bicycle proponents, it is often difficult to take a step back and view the topic of bicycle accidents and bicycle safety from an unbiased perspective. However, the truth of the matter is that cycling is dangerous sport and biking to work comes with many potential hazards. Countless theories and studies exist to both support and oppose the benefits of [...]
Bike sharing finally comes to West Palm Beach. The official unveiling is scheduled to take place at 9:30 a.m. on March 4, 2015. The program will reportedly begin with 14 bike share stations throughout the downtown area, offering up to 150 bikes available for public use. Annual membership in the program is anticipated at $120 to $155. Alternatively, monthly membership [...]
For a cyclist in Florida, the words “terrifying future” in relation to the sport of cycling is haunting, and puzzling. From what we’ve all been reading, Florida is making tremendous strides in regard to cycling safety all throughout the Sunshine State. Just last year, Florida circulated a newfound plan of action to increase safety and reduce the accident rate for [...]
If you’ve paid attention to any cycling news recently, it was hard to miss the social media response to the Colombian cycling kit. Worn during a race in Italy where the elite women’s Colombian team competed in Giro della Toscana last weekend, the “nude” uniforms had people from all walks of life giving their opinions. Contrary to some reports, the [...]