Like Olympic cyclists, fish expend less effort when swimming in tight groups than when alone. The finding could explain why some species evolved to move in schools.
Tag: Bicycles and Bicycling
In Bogotá, Cyclists Fear Becoming Crime Victims
In Bogotá, a city with more than 1.1 million bicycles and a strong riding culture, a number of high-profile crimes have rattled cyclists.
Headwind Cycling Race Called Off Over Too Much Wind
Storm Ciarán, which has battered Western Europe this week, proved too much for a quirky Dutch cycling competition.
Where German Cars Falter, E-Bikes Gain in Power
E-bikes sales in Germany have jumped, as drivers, suppliers and even automakers embrace their role in the future of transportation.
Montreal’s Mayor Reclaims a Famous Road From Cars and Trucks
The closing of a road through Mount Royal Park is part of Valérie Plante’s ambitious project to get Montrealers on bikes.
The 15-Minute City: Where Urban Planning Meets Conspiracy Theories
Is having all of life’s amenities within a 15-minute walk convenient? Or is it a government leash? We explain.
Eileen Sheridan, Who Dominated Cycling in Postwar Britain, Dies at 99
Known as “the Mighty Atom,” she excelled at long-distance time trials and set several records that still stand more than 70 years later.
The E-Bike: The New Car Alternative
VanMoof, the Dutch e-bike company taking inspiration from Apple and Tesla, is one of the world’s hottest brands in a bike market remade by the pandemic. Will it help reshape urban transportation?
7 Great Biking Cities (and Which Trails to Ride)
There’s no better way to zip through a new city than on two wheels. Here are some routes to try, from riverside jaunts to mountain climbs.
A Family Measures Milestones on an Alaskan Cycling Trip
In the shadow of the iconic Denali peak in Alaska, a family bikes over the next rise and into the great unknown.