When you become an avid cyclist, you will find that the basic clothing will not do. You need to get specific clothing for the environment and clothing that does various things for you while you are cycling. This may sound strange, but the truth is, there are many different options to consider. Here are a few of the basic cyclist clothing options you should have if you plan on making this cycling endeavor a lifestyle.

Be Warm, But Not Too Warm

Okay, being warm but not too warm may sound confusing. This basically means you want clothing that is suited for the weather, but not the extreme end of the weather.

For example, you want to protect your body against wind in extreme cold. However, you will still be exerting energy. That means you will sweat. If you do this, you are adding a layer of dampness to your body that will catch the cold wind. This could cause severe health issues and damage. Instead you want a goretex or similar option that will keep you warm, break the wind, and still allow your skin to breath so you aren’t sweating and causing health risks, but you are still warm and protected. Continue reading →

You may not think of apps when you are cycling. The truth is, depending on your goals for your ride and what you are doing, there are several apps that can be very helpful. These apps range from comprehensive and detailed information to basic apps to help with specific biking issues. Here are a few of the apps, what to know about them, and how best to use them for your cycling.

Strava

Strava is the go to app for cyclists that not only want to record their distance and other information while also posting it to a group with leaderboards. If you like a competitive concept, social media, and mass group interaction then Strava is the ideal app for you. It became very well-known during the last Thai Fruit Festival held by YouTube celebrities DurianRider and Freelee when it became an app that you not only had be registered with, but also had to have a certain amount of miles recorded in order to attend the festival. Continue reading →