How To Fight Hot Foot

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Every cyclist knows what a hot foot means. Generally, it is a burning pain in the ball of the foot that radiates toward the toes. It hits every cyclist who loves tough mountain rides or long distance cycling. The pain is not caused by heat, but by the pressure on the nerves situated between the five metatarsal bones. These nerves get squeezed as a result of the furious pedal movements between the heads of these bones. Cyclists often pour water to quell the burning feeling, but this is not the correct solution. Read more . . .

Fixed-gear Bicycles Require Greater Skills

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A fixed-gear bicycle is one that has only one gear ratio and do not have a free wheel. A benefit of these bicycles is that you do not need to use the brakes for slowing down. All you have to do is to stop the pedals from spinning. This, in turn, slows down the back wheel and stops the bike. Read more . . .

Pick Your Cycling Shorts Carefully

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Do not go by brand names or sizes when choosing your cycling shorts. Choose one that fits you most comfortably. It is worth to try the shorts before buying them. This is essential because each brand has its own styling. You need one that does not put pressure on your waist or crotch, or restrict your leg movements.

You should also make sure that the shorts does not cut deeply into your body or affect your breathing. Another vital point to check is their fit. If they are too tight, they will rub against your skin, and will cause constant irritation. This may eventually lead to the development of sores. Read more . . .

Frames And Materials Used To Assemble Bicycles

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In 1817, a German inventor, Karl von Drais, developed the first bicycle dubbed as the “swift walker”. This bicycle lacked pedals and people “walked” on them. It had a wooden frame held up by two wooden wheels with iron rims and covered by leather. Since then, the bicycles have come a long way both in terms of frames and materials used to assemble them. Read more . . .

Improve Riding Pleasure With Proper Bicyle Size

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The seat tube and top tube lengths are two of the three main measurements necessary for bicycle sizing. The third is the seat tube angle, which is normally influenced by your body size. The length of your arms and legs is then used to arrive at a seating position that is most comfortable. Read more . . .