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May is National Bike Month. Of course, millions of Americans enjoy biking, so there’s reason to celebrate. But even if you’re not much of a rider, you can apply some of the guidelines and lessons of bicycling to other areas of your life – such as investing. Consider taking some of these ideas for a spin: Tune up your portfolio. When bicyclists tune up their bikes, they adjust their brakes, clean and lubricate the chain, tighten nuts and bolts, and check the tire pressure, among other tasks. Such a tune-up keeps their bikes running smoothly and reduces the chances for...

Pearl Izumi X-Alp Flow Shoe Review Words & Photos by Ryan Schuppert With so many great options in the flat shoe market these days how do you even begin to pick the shoe that is right for you? Well Pearl Izumi threw their hat in the ring with their new X-Alp Flow shoe. We got our feet in a pair of these and have been putting them through the paces over the last few months. Here is our take on how they ride. THE LAB The Pearl Izumi X-Alp Flow mountain bike shoes feature a dual compound sole with sticky,...

A solid rear rack is the foundation of any good carrying-stuff-on-your-bike setup: It enables you to attach other components to your bike and get a heavy pack off your back. After considering 38 models and testing eight top contenders, we’re confident the Topeak Explorer is the best rack for the average commuter.

A drunk pedestrian is expected to recover after being hit by a driver in Colwood on Friday night. Officers responded to a call around 9:30 p.m. of a driver who had hit a pedestrian near the 1700-block of Old Island Highway. According to a witness, the man had entered the roadway in front of moving vehicles and the driver didn’t have time to stop. Officers confirmed that the driver was sober, while the “very intoxicated” man received minor injuries to his legs. The pedestrian was taken to hospital and is expected to make a full recovery. West Shore RCMP said...

While many of us are juggling work from home schedules, daily workouts and increased time in the kitchen, our bodies are also reacting to the change of less time outdoors. If you don’t spend enough time in the sun or if your body has trouble absorbing vitamin D, you may not be getting enough of it, which can lead to a range of problems, especially relating to the bones and muscles. While this may not be top of mind — it should be. Vitamin D is essential for a range of bodily functions, and its best-known role is to keep...