Feeling inspired by the two major marathons in the past two weeks (three in the past two months–Tokyo, Boston, and London)? A lot of runners are thinking about that 26.2 right now. Maybe you’re considering signing up for a marathon or are already in the thick of your training. Is it crazy? Only if you...
Author: Julia
Triathlete, Word Nerd, Trivia Mistress, Salesperson at Bikes Palm Beach
Hydration and Nutrition for Training and Racing
People often ask us how to stay hydrated and fueled during training or racing. The short answer to these questions is: it depends. What works for one person may not work for someone else. There are also some metabolic differences between male and female athletes (especially during various times of the month), which impact the...
How to Overcome Open-Water Swim Anxiety
You finally took the leap and registered for your first triathlon. But…like many others, you are a little intimidated by the prospect of swimming in a river, lake, or ocean. It’s completely understandable–every triathlete can relate to this feeling at one time or another. Since tri season is heating up, we wanted to offer some...
How to Tackle and Conquer Your First Triathlon
At Bikes Palm Beach, you’ll find a diverse group of athletes working in our shop including road cyclists, mountain bikers, gravel riders, runners, swimmers, triathletes, and those of us who also do a combination of these activities. Since triathlon season is now upon us in South Florida, we want to share some of our own...
How to Avoid Common DIY Bike Maintenance Mistakes
We all agree that bikes are a fun way to get around and stay fit. Let’s not forget that they require regular maintenance for optimal performance. Unfortunately, if you’re not very familiar with proper bike maintenance, it can be easy to make mistakes, leading to costly repairs or accidents down the road. We compiled a...
Upcoming Local Events & Races 2023
Looking to sign up for your first triathlon? Want to give mountain bike racing a try? Or maybe you’re beginning to dabble in the world of gravel grinding? We’ve curated a list of upcoming local events and races that you should check out in Palm Beach County and surrounding areas. Jump to: Triathlon | Run...
How to Choose the Right Bike for Older Riders
Cycling is a great, low-impact form of exercise that can help anyone maintain their health and well-being. Staying active becomes more important as we age, especially since reflexes and mobility become more limited than when we were younger. For older adults, choosing the right bicycle can be intimidating, especially if they are new to cycling,...
Practical Tips for Safe Running
For most runners, there’s something almost meditative about lacing up and going for a run, no matter the distance or the pace. Most of us want to be able to zone out and shut out the world when we are running, but there are some simple things we can do to ensure our runs are...
How to Select a Kids’ Bike
Santa is getting ready to deliver new bikes to happy kids this year, with the holidays rapidly approaching. We’ve got some guidance for Santa’s helpers to find the right type and size bike for everyone on the nice list. Kids’ Bike Sizing You want a bike that will grow with your child because no one...
Best Tips for Riding in a Group Ride
So you’ve got that shiny new bike and are chomping at the bit to get out on the road and enjoy the wind in your face and fresh air with your riding buddies. After all, bike rides are more fun with friends. But maybe you’re a little nervous about riding in a group for the...