No matter if you ride a mountain, road, gravel or urban bike, one of the most common mistakes in cycling is not having the right tire pressure. Sometimes by excess, thinking that with a lot of pressure we will ride faster, or due to a misconception that tires are airtight…
Of all the parts that make up a bicycle, tires and tubes are (if everything goes smoothly) the first thing we need to change. To guide you through the varied and confusing world of tires we have put together this short and handy guide containing the following points: When to…
We have good news for any amateur cyclist who doesn’t have much time for training in winter: You don’t need to ride thousands of kilometers and spend many hours pedaling to improve or to prepare for the upcoming season. Endurance or aerobic base training in winter is a traditional workout…
If you want to keep cycling in winter, check out this short guide to surviving and overcoming the winter blues that make many cyclists hibernate until spring. Here are ten simple and useful ideas to help you enjoy cycling when the cold weather sets in: Dress accordingly As wise men…
Don’t even think of putting your bike away in autumn because you’ll miss out on one of the best times of the year for cycling. This season certainly has its quirks, but if you follow these 10 simple tips you’ll fully enjoy the fall scenery on the saddle: Keep in…
As the daylight hours dwindle or the winter season sets in, we slowly head back to our indoor bike trainers to start pedaling at home again. But, as Darth Vader would say: “If you only knew the power of the dark side”. With proper bike lights, the right clothing and…
Safety is paramount in road cycling. On previous occasions we have given you some tips on how to keep safe on the road, such as using lights and clothes with reflective detailing, as well as always staying alert to what is going on around you, acting with caution as if…
The reasons why cyclists remove their body hair depend on whether we are talking about a pro, an amateur who competes, an amateur who is addicted to cycling or a simple bicycle tourist. Those reasons can be outlined as follows: Aesthetics. Top argument based on the idea that we look…
Any rider who sees another cyclist making a mistake should not judge them, but rather help them out because we were all beginners at some point. This article is to help beginners avoid mistakes that many other cyclists have already made when using cycling apparel and accessories such as helmets,…
Cycling in a group can be planned or accidental. In the first case it is organized in advance among friends, fellow cyclists or within cycling clubs. We are not going to talk about races or other cycling events as the conditions are usually different and before riding in a peloton…
