Month: February 2017
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Challenging ride blog 2: What to take on really long rides
If you’ve caught the cycling bug then you’re probably looking for your next cycling challenge. Preparation is key on really long rides and here are some tips on what you should take. How long is a piece of string Let’s start by sorting out the elephant in the room. Those pro cyclists who whizzed round…
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Challenging ride blog 1: Planning
So in the spirit of ‘something for every cyclist’, we’re moving from a few weeks of Beginners’ blogs to a few on the longer, more challenging ride. (That’s not to say we suggest going straight from one to the other; just that the part in between is a little more self-explanatory.) Planning your first long,…
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Beginner’s blog 4: How to avoid a puncture
It’s the cyclist’s scourge, the spanner in the works (if that’s not mixing metaphors). The moment when being your own boss, master of your own journey (not to mention time keeping) goes out the window. But take heart! There’s a surprising number of things you can do to prevent yourself falling prey to the dreaded…
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Beginner’s blog 3: How to plan a cycling route
We’re all for cycling more often and more safely. At some point, you’ll need to plan a route and these pointers should help you find your way. Goal, ability and realism Have a clear goal for the route you’re planning. Are you looking for the shortest route, fastest route or quietest route? Do you need…