Cycling blog

Cycling in warm weather: six tips to keep your cool

A spell of warm weather doesn’t have to stop you from enjoying your ride — as long as you take a few precautions to avoid overheating and dehydration. Let’s not beat around the bush: it’s hot. The ...

What is the correct tire pressure for the road bike?

Sometimes the smallest changes make the biggest impact… The biggest performance gain you can make on your road bike isn’t lighter components or an advanced diffuser. It’s your tyre pressure. If you...

Why does the Tour start in Denmark this year?

The start of the Tour de France, also known as the Le grand départ mentioned, will take place this year in Denmark. The first three stages will also be held here. Now we hear you thinking: that's c...

What should you look for when choosing bike tyres?

Your bike’s tyres are without a doubt one of its most important components. They affect your performance, ride comfort, and safety. A budget bike with good tyres and the right tyre pressure can som...

Acelera presents: The Little Things in Life

Acelera shows why cycling is more than just cycling for some. road cycling is a reason to get out of bed, start the day, and escape the daily routine. What does cycling mean to you? 

Five facts about your bib shorts with chamois pad

The layer chamois pad in your bib shorts, which protects your sit bones and lower body from saddle soreness, is more complex than you might think. One bib shorts – also known as bib shorts, bib tig...

Giro d'Italia 2022 Route

This year marks the 105th edition of the Giro d’Italia 2022. The race lasts 23 days, starts on 6 May in Budapest, and finishes on 29 May in Verona. The Giro d’Italia is considered one of the toughe...

Lubricating your bike chain

In this blog we covered in detail how to properly clean and degrease your bike chain. Once you’ve cleaned the chain on your road bike, it’s time to lubricate it again. To make sure your chain doesn...

cycling apparel for men: what should you choose?

 There is a wide range of cycling apparel for men. Think bib shorts, cycling jerseys, cycling jackets or coats, and cycling socks. Which outfit do you choose as a man for road cycling? Bib shorts f...

Getting started with road cycling? Avoid these common mistakes

If you're just getting started with road cycling, you've probably already read up on things like what kind of bike you need and how to set it up. Still, there are a few things almost every beginner...