If you want to keep cycling when the cold, bad weather hits, there’s one item of cycling apparel that you just can’t do without: a pair of winter bib tights. They are most commonly used during the coldest seasons, but depending on where you live and how cold-sensitive you are,…
Have you ever wondered what to have for breakfast before a ride? Or what do pro cyclists eat in the morning? If so, here’s a list of ten breakfast recipes, each using only three ingredients. We have prepared a ten-ingredient shopping list, all staple, easily available foods. Here they are:…
It’s too cold to wear just a jersey and a thermal base layer, even if it’s made of merino wool, but if we put on a winter jacket we immediately get too hot. Although this can happen at any time of the year as the weather in some corners of…
Gloves are not necessary in cycling, but they are vital if we want to avoid destroying our hands when we fall. Extra protection is not the only benefit we get, there are many more reasons why any cyclist should wear gloves (comfort, safety, damping). We have prepared this short guide…
In one of our previous articles, we have explained how to choose a good pair of cycling bib shorts in general terms, pointing out what to look for when buying such a garment. Today’s guide is going to be more specific. It is focused specifically on Siroko’s cycling bib shorts…
Let’s face it. Beginner-level cycling is not a cheap sport when compared to soccer, basketball or track and field. You need more money to buy a bike and basic equipment than in other sports. That said, if you’re on a tight budget and you’re thinking of taking up cycling because…
Here comes that time of the year when we slowly switch from our summer cycling outfit to a warmer one. As this change does not happen overnight and each region of the world has its own, unique autumn weather, brands have developed an endless number of cycling garments that protect…
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…
If you’re interested in how the pros eat, you’ve probably heard of rice cakes. Along with energy bars and gels, they are the most common snacks in every rider’s jersey pocket during training and competition. But why do cyclists eat rice cakes? They contain fast-digesting carbohydrates, crucial when you are…
Every cyclist likes to ride fast. Smart, well-planned and balanced training is the best way to achieve this. However, technology that can help us progress is always welcome. That’s why at Siroko we have decided to create a jersey that would be lighter and more aerodynamic than our M2 range:…
