Cycling Guide: Training, Bike Maintenance and Gear Reviews

Running versus cycling for weight loss is a common debate among fitness enthusiasts. Maintaining your bike involves knowing how to fix rubbing disc brakes and pump tires with a Presta valve.

Schwinn 4-in-1 Bicycle Pump Instructions

Published Jul,08 2011 | By James Young

The Schwinn Air Driver 700 4-in-1 bicycle pump uses an internal switch valve to automatically shift between needle-valve and bike-valve modes.

The Best Bicycle Seat to Protect the Prostate

Published Jul,08 2011 | By James Young

Bicycle seats built with the prostate in mind may prevent certain serious side effects of bicycling, including erectile dysfunction. If you already suffer from prostate problems, switching to a seat designed to relieve pressure in sensitive areas may allow you to return to painless riding.

James Young began writing in 1969 as a military journalist combat correspondent in Vietnam. Young's articles have been published in "Tai Chi Magazine," "Seattle Post-Intelligencer," Sonar 4 ezine, "Stars & Stripes" and "Fine Woodworking." He has worked as a foundryman, woodturner, electronics technician, herb farmer and woodcarver. Young graduated from North Seattle Community College with an associate degree in applied science and electronic technology.