Cycling

Like to bike? These sites are about bicycling, bike safety, and bicycling competitions.

Resources in this category:

Bicycle Helmet Law List
http://www.helmets.org/mandator.htm

Do you have a bike? Maybe you've heard that you should wear a helmet to protect yourself in case of an accident. But did you know that there are some states or cities with a law saying you MUST wear a helmet whenever you ride your bike? Check out this list of states and cities with helmet laws.

The Bicycle Museum of America: Online Museum
http://www.bicyclemuseum.com/

See pictures of really old bicycles from 1816 to the present. There is a timeline, an alphabetical list and a special student section.

Bicycle Safety Activity Kit
http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov/portal/site/nhtsa/template.MAXIMIZE...

What should you check before riding your bike? Why should you wear a helmet? What clothes are the best for cycling? You can the answers to these questions and bicycle safety tips from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Bike Safety
http://kidshealth.org/kid/watch/out/bike_safety.html

Cycling safety information, including what to wear and the rules of the road.

Exploratorium's Science of Cycling
http://www.exploratorium.edu/cycling/

"Just want to get away from your science homework? Hop on a bike and go for a relaxing ride; get away from it all; coast down hills at breakneck speed; feel the breeze as it flows over your skin creating little whorls of air that create aerodynamic turb - hey! Yes, there's science to be found in cycling, and if you're interested in the sport, fascinated with bicycles, or just looking for a nifty science site, The Science of Cycling is a top-notch example of online education. Never too preachy or dry, the pages here take the reader through each aspect of a bicycle's construction and how it helps a cyclist's performance. The creators of the page at San Francisco's Exploratorium interview frame designers and professional cyclists for expert testimony that backs up their science lesson. It may not be the escape from your science homework you were looking for, but with a site this good, you'll find an equally enjoyable distraction."

Helmets: Bicycle Helmet Safety Institute
http://www.bhsi.org/index.htm

Volunteers put together this site with just about anything you would want to know about bicycle helmets. It includes tips on fitting helmets, reviews of helmets, lists of helmet laws, technical information about helmets, and more.

Learn2 Adjust a Bicycle (to Fit You)
http://www.tutorials.com/04/0429/0429.asp

"The best bike won't do any good unless it's appropriately adjusted for its engine...i.e., the human being who's riding it. At best a maladjusted bicycle can be inefficient, at worst unrideable. But fear not: a few easy assessments of your bicycle before purchase (and easy adjustments after) will keep you pedaling far into the horizon."

Learn2 Fix a Bike Flat
http://www.tutorials.com/07/0707/0707.asp

"If you ride a bike, sooner or later you're going to have a flat tire. Being prepared makes it easier to handle, and the repair know-how is downright essential. This 2torial will help you get back on the road."

Learn2 Use Bicycle Gears
http://www.tutorials.com/06/0674/0674.asp

"Does shifting the gears on your bike seem to cause more harm than good?Understanding how they work and how to get a grip on them is the first step toward a more positive pedaling experience."

Propelled by Pedals: A Fun Guide to Bicycles
http://library.thinkquest.org/J002670/

Students from Sherwood Elementary School made this site about bicycling. It answers questions like, "How do I choose a bike?" It also has information about how bicycles work and about cycling safely.

A Quick History of Bicycles
http://www.pedalinghistory.com/PHhistory.html

Find out about bicycle history from the Bicycle Pedaling History Museum.

Zillions - Fix your bike
http://www.zillions.org/Features/Bike/bike001.html

See instructions and pictures of how to maintain and make minor repairs to your bike.