Frank Angelo Cavaluzzi Bio

Frank Angelo Cavaluzzi is a multifaceted athlete and business professional whose journey seamlessly integrates bikepacking, wellness, meaningful content creation and project leadership over the course of 30+ years. 

In the realm of adventure cycling, Frank is known as the "Standing Cyclist." Since 2005, he has been training and touring on a custom single-speed, fixed-gear bicycle - uniquely designed without a seat - standing and pedaling non-stop (no coasting) throughout his journeys. This distinctive style, coined "Rolling," combines elements of cycling, running, and hiking, offering a full body singletrack workout. Frank has undertaken numerous long-distance tours, including a 402-mile ride around Lake Champlain and a 320-mile off-road bikepacking journey from Pittsburgh to Washington, D.C., to raise awareness for causes such as mesothelioma cancer and the ban on asbestos.

Frank's commitment to philanthropy is further exemplified through his role as the founder of Team Standing Cyclist, a community that promotes athletes who engage in activities like cycling, running, and swimming to support various charities. As a Charity Miles App Ambassador, he has logged thousands of “standing” miles to raise awareness and funds for organizations such as Feeding America.

In 2016, Frank authored "Standing Cyclist: Flirting with Wisdom, One Breath, One Mile at a Time," an entertaining memoir that chronicles his many adventures in the American West, New England, Iceland and Ireland and the insights gained from these unique solo cycling experiences. This highly rated book delves into themes of loss, resilience, personal growth and the pursuit of wisdom through intense physical endeavors.

A long-time meditation practitioner and student of many ancient wisdom traditions, Frank has integrated mindful living into his daily routine since the 1990s. This outlook has been instrumental in overcoming personal challenges, including managing allergic asthma without medication, and has become a cornerstone of his holistic approach to health and well-being. This approach includes his 2018 conversion to whole-food, plant-based nutrition.

Frank is also an experienced product designer, [responsible] marketing professional and creative business builder with an exciting track record working with some of the world’s leading outdoor retailers and technology companies. He has contributed to numerous patents and publications as well.

Most recently, Frank has launched Useful Possibilities (UP) presented by Standing Cyclist and thirtythree45 Media Group. UP promotes high-value content intended to energize and elevate readers.

Through his diverse pursuits, Frank Angelo Cavaluzzi continues to inspire others by exemplifying the integration of athleticism, mindfulness, leadership, health & wellness and a commitment to meaningful causes.