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The Peddler: A Series on Getting into Cycling
ACTIVE.com editor Taylor Danser got on her first road bike in May, getting more into the sport with each ride as she trains for the Rapha Women's 100 event July 26. Here, she shares her challenges and celebrations of getting into women's cycling. From solo to group riding, shifting and cadence, learning to clip in and learning to fall correctly, there's a lot to learn, but it's proving to be worth it.
Training for the 100K Event Begins
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Taylor got on a road bike for the first time in late May, with just a few months until the July 27 event. Find out how the first few rides went.
Figuring Out Cycling Culture
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Why the judgment for wearing a T-shirt? When will I get used to this seat? How am I supposed to be able to drink water while riding? There's so much to learn.
Falling is a Rite of Passage
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It hurts: it's embarrassing and a bruise or scrape usually results. But, on a bike, falling is nearly inevitable.
Finding My Cadence Halfway to the Event
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Halfway into training until the 100K cycling event. I've learned a lot, but there's a ways to go.
Clipping in to a Road Bike
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You'll never guess what happens! (Unless you're guessing that she falls.)
Finding Balance on the Bike
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When you don't know how to start, just get moving.
Breaking Things and Finding Progress
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Just as road cycling started to feel easy, this novice rider was humbled.
Finding the Right Bike Fit
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Shopping for a bike can be overwhelming. But if there's one thing to keep in mind, it's that a bicycle is only as good as its fit.
Falling off the Bike at Just the Wrong Time
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Taylor takes a bad fall just in time to change up plans for the Rapha Women's 100 cycling event.
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