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Will Global Warming Harm Cycling Forever?

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🌍 Real Talk from the Road: I’ve ridden over 150,000 miles through deserts, mountains, and city streets. What I’ve seen with my own eyes—scorching pavement, choking smoke, washed-out trails—makes one thing clear: climate change is changing cycling. This post is personal and urgent. Will Global Warming Harm Cycling Forever? Cycling is one of the most eco-friendly, life-enhancing activities on the planet. But here’s the harsh truth: climate change could endanger the future of cycling as we know it . While every bike ride helps cut carbon emissions, the warming climate is pushing back—with extreme heat, worsening air quality, and violent weather reshaping where and how we ride. As someone who’s been on the road for decades, I’ve seen the difference firsthand. How Global Warming Puts Cyclists at Risk 🔥 Extreme Heat Summer rides are turning into health hazards . Pavement temps can exceed 130°F by midday in some areas. Heatstroke, dehydration, and exhaustion are no ...

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70-year-old cyclist wearing a Giro Fixture II MIPS helmet during a neighborhood ride

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