What you should know about E-Bike laws in Florida You’ve taken the plunge and are now the proud owner of a new e-bike. But do you know the laws and local ordinances regarding the operation and use of e-bikes here in Florida? We don’t want to bum everyone out with rules, but it’s important to...
Author: Julia
Triathlete, Gravel Rider, Word Nerd, Trivia Mistress, Salesperson/Content Creator at Bikes Palm Beach
Why You Need Pickleball-Specific Shoes for the Court
Why on earth would we, a bike/run/swim shop, be talking about pickleball shoes, you may ask? Many of our staff and customers play pickleball—including cyclists, runners, and swimmers. It’s fun and a great way to cross-train for other sports. It also breaks up the monotony of training. And Bikes Palm Beach now has them in...
Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Running Shoes
“300 to 500 miles.” “Four to six months.” All runners have heard (and often ignored) these guidelines for replacing running shoes. So, which is it? How do you know when it’s time to replace them? Bikes Palm Beach isn’t just a bike store–we have some advice for our runner friends on when to replace their...
2023 UCI MTB XC Worlds Preview
UCI’s Mountain Bike World Championship is about to begin near Glasgow, Scotland. The competition will happen mainly in Glentress Forest, known for technical climbs and fast descents. Riders will need to be ready to shreddy on these rowdy courses in Scotland. This year’s events and courses promise to deliver plenty of stoke, with technical features...
Tour de France 2023 Overview
Pro cycling’s most significant event begins July 1 this year, in the unofficial “capital of Basque country” in Spain–Bilbao. The current lineup of racers is headlined by two major forces. Tadej Pogac̆ar, the exceptional mountain climber from UAE Emirates, and Jonas Vingegaard, the unstoppable force from Jumbo-Visma. The 110th Tour de France features a climbing-heavy...
Safe Biking Back to School
It’s hard to believe that a new school year is almost upon us. While parents are doing back-to-school shopping, don’t forget to check kids’ bike accessories–helmets and lights, for example–to ensure they’re in good working order (and still fit) before the beginning of the school year. It’s also a good idea to take your bikes...
Gravel Biking for Triathletes
Are you looking to mix things up in your triathlon training routine? Gravel riding is an excellent way for triathletes to enhance their fitness and skills. Gravel riding combines the benefits of engaging a different type of mental focus that comes with riding on different and varying terrain, enhancement of bike handling skills, and added...
Tour de France 2023 Overview
Pro cycling’s most significant event begins July 1 this year, in the unofficial “capital of Basque country” in Spain–Bilbao. The current lineup of racers is headlined by two major forces. Tadej Pogac̆ar, the exceptional mountain climber from UAE Emirates, and Jonas Vingegaard, the unstoppable force from Jumbo-Visma. The 110th Tour de France features a climbing-heavy...
Marathon Madness
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...
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...