There’s something genuinely magical about discovering a new city on two wheels. Whether it’s your own trusty steed or a creaky rental that sounds like it has asthma, riding a bike while exploring a new place is the cycling version of a buffet. You get…
The sun is a vengeful orb. The road is made of melting treacle. Your jersey is glued to your spine, your bidon is the temperature of miso soup, and your Garmin says it’s 37°C but your soul says closer to the surface of Mercury.
We’re not here to debate climate change. We’ll just point at the thermometer outside, currently trying to grow legs and crawl into the shade. Just like the last few years, summer has arrived with a flamethrower. Sure, dry trails are a nice change after the…
The Tour de France is underway, and as always, it is proving to be more than just a race. It’s a rhythm. A mood. A three-week immersion in glory, heartbreak, power data, helicopter shots, and perfectly timed solo breakaways. For many of us, July is…
There’s a strange stillness to summer riding. Not on the roads themselves, necessarily. Those can be buzzing with tourists, heat waves, and the occasional ice cream truck. But in the group chats, the ride invites, the Sunday rituals. Suddenly, the familiar rhythm of weekend bunch…
Most cyclists can’t wait for summer to arrive. It’s the season to forget about riding in cold weather and enjoy balmy temperatures wearing a simple short-sleeved jersey and shorts. More daylight hours and a holiday break from work mean you’ve got more time to ride,…
Recovering after cycling in the heat is a bit different. You can feel overheated for hours after your ride if you don’t handle it well. Let’s look at how hydration and cooling tactics can keep you safe and ready to ride again in the heat…
Acclimatization is the process by which your body adapts to heat exposure over time, making you more efficient and comfortable when cycling in hot conditions. Let’s take a look at how long it takes to acclimatise and how to do it right.
Cycling in hot weather poses unique challenges. It accelerates dehydration, heat stress, increases the chance of gastrointestinal problems, and impairs recovery. A good understanding of how heat impacts your body and taking the right steps to prepare for it is crucial. Let’s take a look…
