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5 Things Every Cyclist Needs for a Safe Ride

Posted by Kitty on Jul 18th 2014

Any cyclist knows that riding is one of the best ways to unwind, have fun and take in the scenery and it doesn't take long for any rider to recognize that there are inherent hazards whether you're in the countryside, in town, or even in your own neighborhood. Of course, regular maintenance and repair is necessary to keep a bicycle in top condition. To make sure you don't get caught off guard on your next ride, there are tools every cyclist needs to have. These gadgets make it easier to perform the occasional roadside or trail-side repair. Safety equipment lessens or prevents injuries such as h …
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Remaining Cool When Riding in Hot Weather

Posted by blogbike on Sep 20th 2013

Unusually hot weather can turn pleasant rides into challenging experiences, but that doesn't mean a little heat should stop you from enjoying a nice ride. Scorching weather conditions can sometimes make a cycling enthusiast want to stay off his or her bike altogether. However, riding in hot weather is not necessarily impossible and here are a few tips to help keep cool and ride a little longer during summer scorchers.Wear the right clothes - Be sure to put on clothing that allows effective perspiration to facilitate evaporation for faster cooling. Not many of us are going to wear silk while ri …
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