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  • the-secrets-about-cleats-that-no-one-tells-you-about

    The Secrets About Cleats That No One Tells You
    Road cycling

    Even experienced cyclists get freaked out at the thought of wearing cleats. What do you mean your feet are attached to the pedals? Are you INSANE? As a cyclist, I’m prepared to accept that I’m a little bit crazy, but let me assure you –…

  • cycling-vs-hiking-which-is-better

    Cycling vs Hiking: Which is Better?
    Health & Training

    Is it better to explore the world on foot or on two wheels? You might think that hiking and cycling is not really a fair comparison. But with the rise of bikepacking, it’s become an interesting question to answer. Let’s take a closer look.

  • what-happens-when-velodromes-decay

    What Happens When Velodromes Decay?
    Socialising and Culture

    I believe the biggest legacy of Le Tour de France are the fantastic French roads. Not only do beautiful roads result in the best road racing in the world, but they also leave a legacy that can be enjoyed and appreciated by both motorists and…

  • recumbents-why-havent-you-tried-riding-one

    Recumbents – Why Haven’t You Tried Riding One?
    Road cycling

    Us cycle commuters have to answer three common questions. Don’t car drivers give you a hard time for getting in their way? No, they’re politer than social media leads you to believe. Aren’t you tired? No, I’m hard as nails. Wouldn’t it be more comfortable…

  • the-best-hybrid-bikes-around-500-euro

    The Best Hybrid Bikes Around 500 Euro
    Outdoor/Mountain

    First of all, what is a hybrid bike? A hybrid bike is a mix between a road bike and a mountain bike, which makes it very versatile. Some of them are more “road” and some more “mountain” but, in a nutshell, the main characteristics are…

  • when-you-get-cramps-drink-electrolytes-not-water

    When You Get Cramps Drink Electrolytes, Not Water
    Health & Training

    If your first instinct is to reach for water when a muscle cramp strikes, you might want to think again. New research suggests that drinking electrolytes instead of pure water can help prevent muscle cramps. Let’s see how to do it right.

  • how-to-pass-horses-on-a-bicycle

    How to Pass Horses on a Bicycle
    Road cycling

    Cyclists are definitely amongst the vulnerable road users. However, the general public knows how to share the road with cyclists safely. When in a motorised vehicle, we simply shouldn’t  overtake too rashly and should give at least 1.5 metres of space when passing. When it…

  • when-two-riders-on-one-bike-are-better-than-one

    When Two Riders on One Bike Are Better Than One
    Road cycling

    Tandem bikes used to be hot – by which I mean that they were considered very romantic. As evidence I offer lyrics from an 1892 song titled “Daisy Bell,” but better known today as “A Bicycle Built for Two”.

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