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5 Questions cyclists ask

If you don’t ask you won’t learn is a wise piece of advice that I was once given. Very often I am asked many different questions regarding just about every facet imaginable that is cycling related. Here are just a few examples : Q : What is active recovery ? A : Active recovery means …

Q & A Cycling tips and hints

All the time I get asked all types of different cycling questions. Here are just a few. If you have any questions that you would like answered just drop me a line at barry@thecyclingblog.com Q : My day is very full. Where can I get the time to train? A : Get up earlier. Cycle …

First time racers !

The number of riders turning up to cycle races this year has grown substantially . Each of the new categories has seen a large number of participants enter at every race so far this year . Ideally , there should be a separate race for each category but logistically this can be difficult for race …

Quick tip – smelly shoes !

Most cyclists endure the affliction of smelly cycling shoes . After 3 hours in the rain if left to dry out themselves the shoes will retaliate with a full frontal nasal assault . Here’s how to avoid the dreaded smelly shoe attack ; Firstly , stuff your shoes with rolled up newspaper after riding in …