"Riding bikes is one of my main passions in life. It's my primary form of exercise; I do it for fun and socializing; it's my competitive outlet; and it's a big part of my job. I get to ride bikes quite a bit, and for that, I am very thankful. While my life revolves largely around riding and writing about bikes, the vast majority of my time is spent doing other things."
"I'm not gonna lie, I LOVE beer. Post-ride beers are one of my favorite things in the entire world. Sometimes, I wonder if one of the reasons I ride bikes so much is so I can justify the number of empty beer calories I consume. I'll admit that, at times, it has bordered on being problematic. Plus, as a sometimes-competitive cyclist, consuming alcoholic beverages usually doesn't align all that well with my recovery or performance goals, regardless of how much I like them."
"The N/A beer scene has really taken off in the past few years, and some of them honestly taste pretty darn good. They scratch the itch, for sure. But along with the N/A beer explosion, there is a wealth of other non-alcoholic beverages to suit various tastes and preferences. With all these new options to choose from, I can still enjoy the post-ride ritual, just without the alcohol."
Cycling is a central passion providing exercise, socializing, competition, and professional activity. Riding occupies significant time but much of life involves other pursuits. Beer serves as a favored post-ride ritual, yet alcohol can conflict with recovery and performance goals. Non-alcoholic beverages, including N/A beers and hop-water-style drinks, now offer satisfying alternatives that preserve the ritual without alcohol. A variety of new N/A options makes it easier to balance enjoyment with athletic priorities. Fabric Australian Hop Fizz is one bike-adjacent non-alcoholic product encountered through a PR contact and sampled with interest.
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