The Future of Cycling

By on December 29, 2007 in bikes, cycling

Some Reasons to be Optimistic about Cycling 1. Environmental Concerns People are increasingly concerned about the environmental impact of burning fossil fuels. 50% of car journeys are less than 2 miles. Cycling could easily take the place of many car journeys. This helps to reduce both global warming and improved pollution levels in city centres. [...]

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New Technology in Cycling

New Technology in Cycling

By on December 29, 2007 in equipment

One of the enduring appeals about the bike is that since its inception, the basic concept has remained pretty much the same. Yet, around this basic shape there is a large range of exciting new technologies. Some of the best technological innovations for the cyclist include: 1. GPS Navigation GPS has proved to be a [...]

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Tips for Mending a Puncture

By on December 29, 2007 in equipment

Getting a puncture is one of the most irritating things of cycling. Sometimes when you get a puncture, you then seem to get several punctures in quick succession. There are a few things you can do to prevent punctures and mending them with least difficulty. 1. Carry Inner Tube, pump and tyre Leavers During a [...]

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Cycling in the Wind

By on December 29, 2007 in training

When I’m reduced to cycling at 10kmph on a flat piece of road, I know the wind is pretty strong. Today, I was up on Bingley Moor (Near Ilkley and Keighley, West Yorkshire) the wind was pretty vicious. If it had been much stronger it would have been quite dangerous. Here are some tips for [...]

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Tips for Cycling Safety

By on December 29, 2007 in safety

1. Be seen The majority of cyclists are poorly dressed, making them difficult to see, especially at twilight. Don’t forget it is often harder for motorists to spot cyclists because they often appear in their blind spot. Therefore, it is highly advisable to wear reflective clothes, even during the day. 2. Good Lights. Using lights [...]

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Hill Climb Bike

Hill Climb Bike

By on December 27, 2007 in bikes, tejvan

New Hill Climb bike is Trek Madone 6.9 weight 6.7 Kgs Old hill climb bike was A ribble Scandium frame. The Trek Madone 6.9 is a similar weight, but the carbon fibre frame  has greater rigidity and feeling of power. Related Fixed vs Gear Hill Climb Bikes How To Ride A Hill Climb Hill Climbs [...]

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Best of Cycling Info

By on December 14, 2007 in cycling

Pro Cycling Paris – Roubaix – The Queen of the Classics Liege Bastogne Liege  Giro di Lombardia  Milan San Remo Tour de France Latest Pro Cycling news Training Tips Latest Training Tips How to Avoid Overtraining Motivation for Training  Tips for Winter Turbo Training  Training with Heart Rate Monitor Cycling Articles Bad Motorists and Bad [...]

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Paris – Roubaix – The Queen of the Classics

By on December 14, 2007 in classics

“cycling’s last folly” – Jacques Goddet former organiser of Paris Roubaix Paris Roubaix is cycling’s most prestigious classic, with a rich history of great victories and painful defeats. It is probably the most grueling race in the pro cycling calendar and for this reason is venerated as the ‘Queen of the classics’ History of Paris [...]

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Cycling Holidays in Mallorca

By on December 11, 2007 in holidays

Cycling in Mallorca Mallorca is the largest island of Spain. It is located in the Mediterranean Sea and part of the Balearic Islands (Catalan: Illes Balears, Spanish: Islas Baleares). Like the other Balearic Islands it is noted for its good climate and is a popular tourist destination, throughout the year. It is particularly popular with [...]

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Liege Bastogne Liege: Cycling Classic

By on December 9, 2007 in classics

Liege Bastogne Liege is one of Cycling’s monuments – the big 5 classic races. It has been run since 1892 and is set in the Ardennes (Wallonia), the French speaking region of Belgium. The region of Wallonia is not traditionally Belgium’s most fanatical cycling base. But, at the turn of the century Wallonia was more [...]

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