Cycling blog

Cycling in colder weather

Sometimes it is difficult to find the motivation to keep cycling in the winter. When temperatures drop, it gets dark earlier and it rains more often. But if it is dry and there is even a sun shinin...

Boost your fitness on the bike with this basic training

As a cyclist, it's important to know that your leg muscles aren't the only important part of fitness on the bike. Cycling activates your glutes, back, shoulder, arm and neck muscles. That is why it...

Understand the power meters on your road bike

Watts, kilojoules, FTP What does this data on your power meter mean? Read the answer in this quick guide to power on the bike. If you want to get faster (and you do!), chances are you've decided to...

Want to start cycling? Avoid these common mistakes

If you are just starting to cycle, you may have already read up on things such as what kind of bike you need and how to set it up. Yet there are things that almost all novice cyclists forget to tak...

What is RPE (Rate of Perceived Exertion) and how do you use it while cycling?

When reading about training you sometimes come across the term RPE - Rate of Perceived Exertion Scale. This is a scale ranging from 1 to 10 and is used to estimate your training intensity based on ...

How do you start cycling training as a beginner?

Regardless of age, we all started cycling at some point. Some people simply get on their bike or ride with a friend, while others take a completely well-thought-out approach. In any case, it never ...

Aerodynamics of a cyclist

Air resistance during cycling A cyclist generally suffers from two types of resistance: air resistance and rolling resistance. Aerodynamics, as the word suggests, has to do with air resistance. Th...

Tips for cycling training in winter: 10 useful steps

For any cycling event, winter training is a test of your perseverance, commitment and motivation. With the 10 tips below you will ensure that you achieve your goals for the new cycling season! Trai...

What is FTP and why is it important for cyclists?

You may have seen the term FTP before when reading about training. In this article, we'll look at how to determine your FTP, what to do with that number, and how to improve your FTP. Also highlight...