Welcome to Member Cycling Links — a free place to share cycling-related websites that are genuinely useful to beginner cyclists and the cycling community. To keep this section helpful (and not a spam pit), please follow these guidelines.
1) Cycling-Related Only
Links must be clearly related to cycling, such as:
Bike shops, local cycling clubs, group rides
Trail/route resources, maps, cycling tourism
Cycling blogs, YouTube channels, podcasts
Gear reviews, training resources, safety resources
Cycling events, races, charity rides
If it's not cycling-related, it doesn't belong here.
2) No Spam or "Link Dumping"
One-line posts like "Check this out" with a link may be removed.
Don't post the same site repeatedly or across multiple threads.
Don't use this board as your personal ad billboard.
3) Add Value in Every Post (Required Format)
When sharing a link, include:
Website name
What it is (1–3 sentences)
Who it helps (beginners, MTB riders, road riders, etc.)
Any cost (free, paid, membership required)
Your connection (optional but encouraged: "this is my site" / "I'm not affiliated")
Example:
Site: ExampleBikeShop.com
What it is: Local shop in Carbondale offering tune-ups and group rides.
Best for: New riders who need help with bike fit and maintenance.
Cost: Free to browse, services paid.
Affiliation: Not affiliated.
4) Affiliate Links and Tracking Links
No raw affiliate links in this section.
If you're recommending a product/resource, link to a normal page (non-affiliate) when possible.
If a link contains heavy tracking, it may be removed.
5) Self-Promotion Rules (Allowed, With Limits)
You can share your own cycling site/channel if:
It's cycling-focused
You follow the required format above
You don't post it repeatedly
You participate elsewhere on the forum (not just links)
Blatant promo accounts will be removed.
6) No Illegal, Harmful, or Sketchy Content
No links to:
piracy, cracked software, stolen content
doxxing, harassment, or hate content
scams, fake giveaways, "too good to be true" offers
If it feels shady, it's gone.
7) Keep It Organized
Use clear titles: "[RESOURCE] Beginner Bike Fit Calculator" or "[SHOP] ABC Cycles – Murphysboro, IL"
If you're sharing a local business, include the general location (city/state) but don't post addresses unless it's already publicly listed on the site.
8 ) Moderation
We may edit, move, or remove link posts to keep this section useful and safe. Repeated rule-breaking can lead to restrictions.