Well, before you get onto the road with your mates, here are 10 tips to make your group cycling a success. Following these 10 tips sincerely is a sure-shot to a great group ride. The aforesaid etiquettes may be tiny in stature, but their importance is unparalleled.
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Owing to the global pandemic, the sales of bicycles have skyrocketed. The number of bicycles on the street has definitely increased.
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Pandemic or not, the surge in cycling is a boon to the society. Not only does it support the economy, but cycles are also direct contributors to public health and fitness. This article contains of certain things to keep in mind while cycling amidst COVID-19.
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Being environment friendly is the need of the hour. Most industries are being revamped towards being eco-friendlier and more sustainable. For the private transport sector, there is one prime solution — Cycling.
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Below is a list of creative and not so boring gifts that you can consider giving to someone whose birthday or any special occasion is near to make them trigger their love for cycling even more.
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Spoke Herd brings to you a few tips to keep you motivated and make the most of your cycling sessions even when it’s too hot to hit the roads.
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Read along to know the top 5 beginner cyclist mistakes and how to avoid them.
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Here are a few psychological gains of cycling which keeps negativity and ill thoughts at bay if you make it a part of your everyday routine or even thrice a week.
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Every Cycling beginner would have heard this advice: “Listen to your cycle.”
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While there may be specific pros and cons attached to each of the forms, it ultimately boils down to what you love and enjoy the most.
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Here are a few basic safety measures for you to keep in check when you are all set to hit the roads
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Listed below are some tips you should take seriously to be right on track for you to be safe on the track. Let’s dive in!
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Bring in your helmet and put on shoes as we’re here to help you with the top 10 things that every cyclist should know.
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Bicycle touring is self-contained cycling trips that one embarks upon for pleasure, adventure or autonomy rather than commuting or sports.
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Mountain bikes or off-road bikes are bicycles which are specially designed to run on rough and uneven terrains.
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Electric bikes are generating hundreds and thousands of new users nowadays.
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Here are a few techniques from Spoke Herd that you can adopt to get the most out of your cycling sessions.
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This question sounds simple but is hard to answer for several reasons. A simple solution is to have a training plan and completely commit to it.
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A mountain bike is a broad term and encompasses a number of different types of bicycles.
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Think of HIIT as a specific approach to your fitness goals.
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As a pedestrian, hearing a ding right behind you generally makes you jump out of your skin.
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Your cycling speed reveals a lot about your growth as a cyclist.
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Hand signals are primarily a way to reduce the risk of being hit by a car while riding on the road. While there is still a chance of a motor vehicle driving carelessly and hitting you, signaling your intentions can make this possibility less likely.
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If you are a regular cyclist but extremely serious about all your cycling drills, you should consider switching to wearing something that makes you relaxed while you are on the bike to ensure power in the bike rides you take.
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Hydrating your body while cycling is a tricky business.
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Before knowing the correct way to sit on the saddle, let’s see why it is important. And to appreciate its importance, we need to understand the ill-effects of sitting improperly on the saddle.
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Let’s take a tour through the list of cycling events in the history of the Olympic Games
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One such technique we are going to talk about today is – the art of riding slow and steady. It is also called the Polarized cycling training or technique.
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Cycling can be a great aerobic activity if you do not want to invest your time and money in enrolling for a gym membership which you half of the time skip or don’t go to.
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We have all heard the phrase — A smooth sea never made a skilled sailor.
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If you make the mistake of buying a bike that is either too small or too big, it can cause you knee pain, back pain and low performance.
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Here are three (and only) effective muscle recovery food and drinks you need to be mindful of consuming for faster muscle recovery post any cycling workout
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Apart from the usual cycles, e-bikes have an electric motor, a battery, and a display screen. It is the motor that aids the pedals and pushes the bike further.
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Every cyclist has one thing in common: they all enjoy riding on two wheels.
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The bike your kid will like will mostly depend on the trail they are travelling and the purpose for which they want the bike.
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Intermittent fasting is great for cyclists who want to see themselves toned and healthy at the same time.
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Though cycling does not require any rigorous planning, there are few essentials to keep in mind. After planning the route and timings, you need to pack the essentials for Road biking.
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The fact is some women find women-specific bike more comfortable for them, and it is discussed in details below.
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Your diet for long cycling workouts should consist of four elements in appropriate proportions – protein, carbohydrates, healthy fat, and the right number of fluids to go with the solids.
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Supplements can bridge the gap between your food consumption of vitamins, minerals, protein, carbs, and other critical elements and your physical requirements of these nutrients.
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It never hurts to understand how to improve the constant pains that wear you out.
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All bicycles are unisex, yet they are marketed to specific genders for money.
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You may have already come across tons of reasons to send your bike for servicing and get it tuned up
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Cycle touring is spinning your bike across states, continents, and even countries that lasts as short as a week’s trip or a year-long one.
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Before you go on a bicycle tour, you must make sure you have packed all the necessities.
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Riding on mountains is not the most comfortable thing you do as a cyclist.
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Bicycle tourism is a concept that many people aware of or haven’t yet tried for themselves. Therefore, it’s important to build support and outreach through your community.
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To unleash your true potential as to how far you can ride your bike can be determined by how much you can ride with paddling at a moderate pace for an hour.
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Renting is the new trend across industries and is trending for all the right reasons.
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When it comes to choosing how you wish to train on your bike, it all comes boiling down to your personal preferences.
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A bicycle tire is a what fits on the wheel of a cycle. It is an important source of suspension, and generates the lateral forces necessary for balancing and turning.
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Professional help is always an option but, learning a new skill gives you an edge. For those who ride cycles rarely, seeking help for repairs might make sense.
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So, let’s see a few bad cycling habits you need to watch out for and stop doing them right away to become a better cyclist in the most efficient manner.
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We know, these are usually the questions that pop in your head when you think of riding an e-bike. You also might be wondering if e-bikes make us more healthy or lazy?
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For cyclists, masks are often synonymous with discomfort.
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If you are a beginner at mountain biking, you would be better off cycling with a group. Cycling communities like Spoke Herd are ideal places to learn the nuances as a beginner.
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Bicycle gearing determines the relation between the cadence, the rate at which the rider pedals, and the rate at which the drive wheel turns.
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A variety of elements influence how much distance you must extend (or ‘reach’) to reach the handlebars, with arms, hips and bottom back maintaining a suitable riding posture.
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Renting bikes from a reliable bike rental company can prove to be an opportunity that an enthusiast cyclist cherishes.
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A Pannier is a bag, basket or a container which is carried on back or is attached to the side of a bicycle.
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Cycling and running are both different forms of aerobic exercises that are beneficial for your health.
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Cycling doesn’t build your abs directly; it helps to reveal your abs when coupled with a proper diet and additional exercises.
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The safest place for riding your bicycle is on the street, where bicycles are expected to follow the same rules of the road as motorists and ride in the same direction.
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Sometimes it is difficult to venture out during the day, due to the heat, cycling enthusiasts’ resort to night cycling.
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Endurance is the ability of a person to exert himself/herself and remain active for a long period of time, as well as its ability to resist, withstand, recover from, and have immunity to trauma, wounds, or fatigue.
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India is a hot tropical country, the best time to go cycling in India is somewhere in the month of mid-February to April.
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If you’re a fitness enthusiast who loves thrill, fun, and adventure then you should consider the cycling life, notably with the monsoons right around the edge.
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The relationship between the cyclist and the saddle can become a one way track that results in resentment. It can take a lot of time – and a lot of money – to find a saddle that works perfectly for you.
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“Riding off-road is no cakewalk” is what many cyclists say. Well, neither is cycling a cakewalk for a complete beginner. But, we all can always learn.
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The debate started that whether a cyclist should register and display their license plate to build the road safely or not in many areas. This is because of so many reasons mentioned down here.
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According to a recent study by the University of Washington, 30% of all cyclists who had been injured on their bicycle had gone without treating the most severe of the injuries. These injuries most often result in a trip to the emergency room or a long time off from cycling. If you have been injured on your bike, the most important thing you can do is to treat the injuries as soon as you can.
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Think of training zones as the cycling equivalent of standards or grades in the education system. They are a set of demarcations made based on the intensity required for cycling. They are designed as per the response of the body to a certain intensity of training.
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Hand soreness is one of the most common complaints of cyclists, and it mainly arises because of ulnar nerve compression.
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Swimming, walking, riding and dancing are all excellent cardiovascular activities, but cycling is the one that you can do on your own or with friends and family. Plus, when you go cycling outside, it awakens your senses, lets you enjoy the outside scenery and improve your mood.
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Choosing the right one is necessary to have a comfortable ride. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer to this, hence understanding the difference between the available options is important.
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Some places to explore a city by bike include, city parks, beaches, and of course the streets of a city. Bring a map and a camera and don’t be afraid to get lost along the way. This is a great way to get the most out of a visit and an experience of a lifetime!
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The bad news is cyclists are prone to accidents. In fact, bicycle crashes are quite common and can be serious too.
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It is impossible to stop accidents on the road no matter how many measures you take or how cautious you are.
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Average Speed A Cyclist Should Have (minimum) To Start Making a Difference to Their Routine Cycling Workouts.
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Cycling strengthens your heart muscles, lowers resting pulse and reduces blood fat levels. Cardiovascular diseases include stroke, high blood pressure and heart attack.
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Unfortunately, cycling, like many recreational activities, comes with the risk of injury. There are many ways to prevent bicycle accidents. Taking precautions is one of them.
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When you are planning to ride for a long period of time it is important to have a comfortable saddle. This will prevent any chafing or soreness. Bike saddles are usually made out of steel, plastic, or leather; all of which are uncomfortable.
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Cycling first aid kits have proven to be of great help, and while some riders refuse to leave the house without one, others feel it’s additional and unnecessary weight.
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To add to the joy, having a cycle to explore the city is recommended. Yes, we hear your concern – “I am a tourist. I don’t have a bicycle of my own”. Don’t worry, we are here with a list of the top 6 bicycle rental services in Delhi.
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Cyclists usually suffer acute injuries during accidents. The causes of accidents vary, from a collision with a motor vehicle, road surface damage and obstacles, to mechanical problems with the bicycle.
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We have curated this article that will make you clear about the advantages and disadvantages of hybrid bikes, road bikes, and MTB or mountain bikes.
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The market is filled with different yet best types of Road bicycles, making it hard for users to pick the right one.
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Choosing the best hybrid cycle in India can be a tricky task but not more if you know adequately about their features. To help you choose the best hybrid bikes from their different types, we have curated this article.
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Choosing the best bike tire for your bike mostly depends on the road you will travel and the bike you are riding on.
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A helmet makes for one of the most important protective gear for cycling. And when it comes to kids, along with maintaining high quality and safety standards, attractiveness is one of the key criteria as well.
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Functional Threshold Power, is the highest average power that a rider can maintain over the course of an hour.
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We have categorized the bags and luggage types into light, medium and heavy depending upon the loads they can carry for you.
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Many underestimate the psychological benefit induced by cycling. There’s a tremendous number of benefits experienced to your brain especially in the time of stress.
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Are late nights stopping you from getting onto the saddle?
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How can you ease the decision-making process?
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Cycling is deemed fun, is a sport as active or mild as you want to keep it, and is a substantial means to keep your physical health in check.
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Cycling is a great way to get around the city, especially in the non-monsoon season. There are a lot of cycle tracks in Delhi, and they are a lot of fun too, especially when you’re just starting out.
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Spoke Herd brings to you a simple guide on the difference between the two types and which type you should opt for.
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No matter where you are in the world, you’ll see people riding their bicycles. It’s a passion for many and has been for decades now.
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The perks associated with cycling are immense which even you might not be aware of till today!
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By installing a bike rack onto your car, you can continue to travel around town on the cheap and using alternative modes of transport.
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Spokeherd brings to you a few tips to keep in mind while riding in the rain
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Here’s an overview of the best bicycle safety accessories you can get in order to make your bike rides safer.
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To reach your ultimate goal whether it’s losing weight, getting pumped up for your high-intensity cycling training, or working on building endurance; diet is one aspect you cannot ignore and expect desired results.
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Even now, when we see someone riding a bicycle, we feel a spark telling us to start cycling from tomorrow. But, then our food delivery apps send us a notification luring us into ordering. Now, what is cycling again? The feedback loop of hell starts all over again.
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As the doctors always suggest that intake of anything to a certain limit is permissible whereas an excess of it can ruin your health!
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Essential bike repairs that can be done at home and should be known to every cyclist. Here are the Tools and Resources you will need to be an expert yourself.
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With the advent of Covid-19, the interest in cycling among people increased. The main reason behind it was increasing disposable income, aspiration, social distancing, and environmental awareness.
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The peripheral sight or indirect sight is a lateral sight of the eyes, which enables a person to look around the items without having to swivel his or her neck and eyes. Lateral vision allows you to recognize things and events outside the central perspective.
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There is a continuing discussion within the cycling groups as to if you should be listening to music whilst riding or not.
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Basics for off-road cycling - you need to begin with the fundamentals, no matter what your ultimate ambitions are. Whether you’re mountain biking for health or just outside enjoyment, strong bike knowledge and safety in the route will create it a significantly better experience.
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Corbett National Park, amidst flora and fauna, is the perfect destination for cycle enthusiasts and nature lovers. It is one of the oldest national parks, which promises quintessential experiences while you bike.
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Riding your bicycle to work is a win-win situation!
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The E-bike or electrical bikes are conventional bikes
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Our recommended books are guaranteed to get you excited about cycling and keep you motivated to push yourself to the next level.
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Below are five creative ways that you could tuck or store your bike while using the least amount of valuable room in the apartment.
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Need a cycling app for your next ride? Ever wondered why people use these apps? A cycling app that helps you to plan your route, track your performance and train effectively. Well, no matter if you are an android user or an iOS user, you will notice that tracking is just a small component of these apps. There's so much to uncover.
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It is important to wear helmets made with good quality material and structure while cycling in India. The laws under the Indian Government do not have many sections for bicycling safety. So, you should follow the regular traffic safety and two-wheeler helmet safety rules while going on biking trips in India.
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Not having the required amount of water, you may face dehydration. The term may seem easygoing at times, but in reality, it is not that easy a thing to deal with it. The basic symptoms of dehydration are cramps, intense thirst, loss of appetite, lightheadedness, and mild constipation.
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If you are a cycling enthusiast, the monsoons might intrigue you a little more to go out, take the pleasure of the rains and cycle your way to unknown destinations.
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A great place to explore the outdoors, one can go for many activities in Jim Corbett. You can enjoy a safari, rafting trip, adventure walk, trek, or river crossing and discover its beauty while cycling.
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Cycling motivation can waver throughout the year. You might get inspired by a different cycling event or just by the idea of riding your bike for fun.
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Bicycle maintenance is very crucial for all cycling enthusiasts. Worry not! We have a few tips to take that pressure off you.
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If you're looking to get into cycling, then it's important to know that there are a lot of choices out there.
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We love cycling – it's fun, it's playful, and it's challenging
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Cycling is a great way to exercise, relax, and explore the world around you.
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The idea behind Spokeherd is simple: we want to help cyclists connect, no matter where they live or how far away their cities are from each other.
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There are many cycling trails in Mumbai that you can explore on your way. Here is a list of a few trails that you can pin before you head out pedalling.
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The coldest months are here, and you have to get out there and make the most of them.
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Whether you're a long-time bike enthusiast or a newbie, there are plenty of tips and tricks out there for planning your first bike-packing adventure.
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There are many top international brands available in India when it comes to bicycles; check out our list below for more information on each company and its products!
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There are many ways to improve your endurance and stamina and are an excellent way to train your body to adapt quickly and effectively between intervals.
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You've decided to take an all-road bike adventure. You're excited, and you can't wait to get started. But before you do anything else, it's important to make sure you have everything you need on your trip.
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Gravel riding is a great way to stay active, and it's easier on the body than road cycling. While the winter months can be hard for some people, gravel riding can help you stay fit and healthy.
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Whether you're looking for a light that'll help you get around in the dark or keep you safe while you commute, these are the best choices.
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You know that feeling when you buy something for the first time and it's so much better than anything else you've ever tried? That's why you should opt for sustainable cycling purchases.
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The big day is coming up, and you're probably feeling excited. The last thing you want is for your cycle to be in bad shape when the time comes to ride.
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The service is available in various cities across India, so it's easy to find one near you.
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We're only kidding—of course you know that already. But if you've never taken the time to look at your bicycle, you might not know some of its most important features and how to keep them safe.
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We've rounded up our favorites in this list of the 10 Best Cycling YouTube Channels Worth Subscribing in 2023.
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The world of cycling has been significantly impacted by technology, which has revolutionized everything from bike design to training techniques. Here are some examples of how technology is altering the bicycle industry:
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Challenge yourself, meet new people, and enjoy the great outdoors by participating in cycling events.
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The first thing to remember is that your body is going to need fuel to maintain its energy levels and perform at peak performance. So, if you're going on a cycling adventure, it's important to plan ahead and make sure that you're taking in enough calories.
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If you want to get involved in the cycling community, it's easy. You just have to be willing to put yourself out there, and the rest will take care of itself.
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When you stretch before cycling, it increases performance by making sure all of your muscles are ready for action. The more powers that are ready for use when you start a workout, the better chance you have at reaching your goals!
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If you're like most people, the answer is probably both. You could even say that you love to run and cycle together—it's just one of those things that feel so good to do that it seems impossible to choose between them.
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In this guide, we'll discuss valuable tips and insights to make your family bike rides safe, fun, and memorable.
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We'll go over the fundamentals of cycling etiquette in this blog, focusing on sharing the road and trail with other cyclists, pedestrians, and drivers.
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In this post, we'll explain how to optimize your riding position and equipment to get the most out of your time-trialing efforts.
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If you're looking for a way to help out your community while also getting active, cycling can be a great choice.
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