A steady beat. An inspirational lyric. A ripping guitar solo. Athletes have long known what science is now confirming: music motivates us to go harder, faster, longer, and over the finish line. Wahooligans, we know that music is part of what fuels you to slay each workout. Now, with our monthly Spotify playlist series, we’re delivering expertly-curated motivational playlists compiled …

If you and your bike are craving a little more of the dolce vita, riding in a Gran Fondo– “big ride” in Italian- may be just what you need. Though the term was coined in Italy and is officially defined and certified by the Italian Cycling Federation, Gran Fondos can be found across the globe. In some countries, notably the …

Words by Reese Ruland I wouldn’t say I had an ordinary childhood. I mean, my family wasn’t living in a van down by the river or anything, but it was normal that we spent a month driving from the East coast to Montana, camping and visiting parks along the way. I was five and a ten-mile hike in Glacier National …

The truth is that most cyclists would like to be better climbers. Even if your natural abilities lend themselves to being strong in the hills, there’s no doubt still room for improvement. With the increased accessibility of performance metrics, it’s easier than ever to hone in on what it takes to be a stronger climber. Factors such as what metrics …