Many people take up cycling to lose or control their weight. Getting off the couch and exercising is a big step. These 8 tips will guide you towards weight loss and new, permanent healthy habits. Before we begin, there is one thing you should bear in mind: Don’t try to…
In Siroko there are three collections of cycling glasses and many customers ask us about the differences and similarities between the K3, K3s and K3xs. Here is a short shopping guide to help our clients decide which model to buy: Common features within the K3, K3s and K3xs collections: All…
There is no doubt that the vast majority of cyclists prefer warm weather to being out in the cold. Cycling in the sun is much more enjoyable as we don’t have to wear as many clothes and everything simply feels and looks nicer. But riding a bike in the hot…
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,…
We have already told you about the health benefits of cycling in a previous post. While this correlation appears in study after study, let’s not forget that correlation does not imply causation. In other words: you can go out cycling, feel good while pedaling, as well as for a while…
No, cycling is not bad for the sexual health of women and men, it actually is very beneficial as it prevents various diseases and conditions. We could stop here, but let’s provide some data to back up this statement plus a bit of history. Historical background Concerns regarding the effects…
Female cyclists and women who use bicycles as a means of transport fight to be taken into account in building the future, to break down social and cultural barriers, and also to be seen as equal to men. These are just 4 of the many battles women are fighting: Making…
If you’re into cycling, you’ve surely seen that the pros start drinking and eating right after the race. As soon as they cross the finish line, the soigneurs provide them with water, sugary drinks, gummy bears for Peter Sagan and, of course, the ever-present and sought-after recovery shakes. Then, usually…
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…
The muscles that work the most on the bike are in your legs, as you have to move them to pedal. But they are not the only ones involved, there are a whole series of other muscles playing an important role in cycling. The most significant one is the gluteus…
