Category Archives: General News

General cycling blog news about bicycling in San Diego, bicycle accident prevention tips and information about local bicycling events.

How to Get Someone to Start Cycling with You

You know what they say, “misery loves company.” It’s the same with cyclists… but cycling isn’t miserable, we promise! So, since cycling is so refreshing, healthy, and downright fun, why is it so hard to get someone to start cycling with you? It’s because people are not really sure what they are getting into. They may believe that cycling is harder than it is, so it’s our job to show them otherwise. Here’s how to do it. Show How Easy Cycling Is – Cycling is really only hard if you turn it into a race, or if your saddle is set too low, or if your tires are too soft, or if your bike is a rusty old bucket. Otherwise, it shouldn’t be hard at all. Set a Goal – Many people don’t want to start cycling because they don’t know exactly what they are signing up for, so lay…
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5 Ways to Become a Better Cyclist

We all want to be better at something. If that something is spelunking, then we probably won’t be a lot of help. However, if you want to become a better cyclist, then read on for tips and tactics for becoming better, faster, stronger. Get Started – The longer you put it off, the longer it’s going to take to get better. The trick is to get motivated and get going. Don’t think, just ride. Ride every day. Ride longer. Ride harder. Make a conscious effort to get on the bike and start pedaling. Use Time Wisely – Not everyone has a half-day to spend riding, but if you do, we suggest a long ride at a normal pace to promote overall cycling fitness. For those that only have a half hour, quality over quantity. Try to push yourself hard and set a personal record. Prepare Mentally – It’s important that…
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Morning vs. Evening Cycling: When Is the Best Time to Ride a Bike?

Cyclists have been arguing for decades over the benefits of morning vs. evening cycling. Despite numerous studies and professional opinions, neither side has really come out on top. The simple truth is that cycling is very subjective. However, it can’t hurt to hear what the early birds and night owls have to say and see where your allegiance lies. Bicycling in the Morning Early birds have argued that riding in the morning is by far the better choice. They believe that since our glucose levels are generally as much as 15-20 percent lower in the morning when we first wake up, morning is the best time to ride if you want to lose weight. Because of the lower glucose levels, some experts say that the body will be forced to burn off fat if you begin training before breakfast. Early birds have also named the following benefits to morning rides:…
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