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Category: Cycling

Sep 10, 2024

10 TOP BENEFITS OF CYCLING/BIKING

As summer fads and cool fall nights are upon us, many of us will prepare to put away some of our warm weather toys…closing the pool, storing kayaks and boats and packing up the “slip and slide.” However, one activity that can last well into the fresh breeze of fall is cycling. In fact, many […]

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Jul 17, 2024

 RUNNERS, CYCLISTS, HIKERS, REMEMBER TO HYDRATE!

The 27th Steamtown Marathon is three months away and, despite the warm weather, many local runners are deep into training. With serious heat waves of summer, any prolonged endurance activity in minimal to moderate heat can be dangerous if not prepared. Adequate hydration is critically important, not only to those training for a marathon but […]

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May 4, 2022

10 TOP BENEFITS OF CYCLING

Part I or II May is National Bike Month! In fact, Saturday, May 7, 2022 Lackawanna Heritage Valley’s Heritage Explorer Bike Tour is returning in person for the first time since 2019. For those who have a bike, now might be a good time to dust it off and enjoy the many beautiful and well-maintained […]

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Aug 10, 2020

Cycling: The Proper Fit can Prevent Injury.

According to the New York Times, there is a shortage and backorder of bicycles this summer due to COVID-19, especially in the cities where public transportation is discouraged. Fortunately, in NEPA, the problem is not so extreme. For those who have a bike, now might be a good time to dust them off and enjoy […]

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Aug 5, 2020

Top Ten Benefits of Cycling

There are many obvious reasons to bike…cardiovascular fitness, burn calories, improve leg strength and others. But, the real question is, “what are the advantages of biking over other forms of exercise?” Glad you asked…

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Apr 11, 2016

Cycling: The Proper Fit Can Prevent Injury

Guest columnist: Sarah Singer, BFA, PTA Spring has sprung and so too has Tour de Scranton, considered the “kick off” to biking season in NEPA. So, dust off your bikes and warm up for the event by riding the many beautiful and well-maintained trails are available at the Countryside Conservancy at Lackawanna State Park, other […]

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Apr 13, 2015

Top 10 Benefits of Cycling

Spring has sprung and so too has Tour de Scranton, considered the “kick off” to biking season in NEPA as it springs into action in preparation for this Aprils big event. Dust off your bikes and warm up for the event by riding the many beautiful and well-maintained trails are available at the Countryside Conservancy […]

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Mar 11, 2013

Safe Cycling Tips - Part 2 of 2

Part 2 of 2 Spring has sprung! Dust off your bikes and discover the beauty and challenge of biking in NEPA. Whether you are a rural or urban dweller, the Countryside Conservancy Trails at Lackawanna State Park or the Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority trails can meet your needs. By my view, Tour de Scranton is […]

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Mar 4, 2013

Safe Cycling for Good Exercise - Part 1 of 2

Part 1 of 2 Spring has sprung! Dust off your bikes and discover the beauty and challenge of biking in NEPA. Whether you are an rural or urban dweller, the Countryside Conservancy Trails at Lackawanna State Park or the Lackawanna Heritage Valley Authority Trails can meet your needs. By my view, Tour de Scranton is […]

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Jun 13, 2011

Mountain Biking

On June 18, the Second Annual Lackawanna River Heritage Association’s Explorer Bike Tour and Festival will take place at Mellow Park in Peckville, PA. Good luck to all of the riders from our area. Biking is a wonderful way to enjoy the beautiful outdoors of NEPA. It offers many health benefits and can serve as […]

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