Posts Tagged ‘Cycling Apparel’
Cycling Clothes Just for Kids
Tags: Cycling Apparel, Cycling Gear, Cycling helmets, cycling jerseys, Cycling Wear
Posted in Cycling Apparel, Cycling Helmet, Cycling Wear on December 9th, 2009
An essential part of a kid’s childhood is learning to ride a bike. It has always been part of growing up. Some kids give it a try and then forget about the whole experience while others love the idea of being on a bike. If your kids love biking that much, you should think about giving them the proper cycling wear for protection, comfort and a better riding experience.
Let you child join you in choosing new cycling gear. Their clothes come in all colors and themes that will surely captivate any kid’s eye. Allow your child to choose which cycling shirt to buy, what color and design.
Cycling jerseys are important for kids especially during cool months. If your kids like riding out at night, choose a jersey that has reflective strips to keep them safe and visible.
Choose cycling shorts that are made from materials that have temperature management such as lycra or nylon-blend.
Do not buy cotton socks. They absorb moisture and will end up being a discomfort to your child. Choose thin socks made from polyester-blend fabrics.
To further optimize protection, buy your child cycling gloves. This will help them get a good grip on the handlebars and can protect their hands.
Lastly, buy your child good cycling helmets. Even if your child is just riding around the park, it is always best to keep his head safe.
Cycling apparel for kids may be a little difficult to find but is sure worth it. The joy of seeing your child enjoy what he loves doing and keeping him safe at the same time is incomparable.
Winter cycling
Tags: bike gear, Cycling Apparel, Cycling Gear, cycling jacket, cycling shirt, Cycling Wear
Posted in Cycling Gear, Cycling Wear on December 2nd, 2009
We all know that cycling can be tricky especially on uneven terrains and dangerous trails. Despite the complete cycling gear, you still risk your safety. However, if you abide by the rules and follow the do’s and don’ts of the cycling world, nothing should be able to stop you from enjoying this physical activity – not even winter.
A lot of people stay away from their bikes at the first snow that falls. They temporarily forget their bikes and put away their cycling apparel and will only revive them once the ground clears. But this shouldn’t be the case. Winter shouldn’t be considered a hindrance but a challenge. Sure, the bar for precautions and safety measures are set a lot higher but if you stick to it, you get to enjoy it as much as you would during summer.
First off, you must check your bike gears and make sure that the tires are fit for wet pavements. Your bikes must have lights installed on them regardless if you drive at night or day.
For cycling wear, it is best to choose cycling shirts made from breathable fabrics. This ensures that moisture and sweat aren’t trapped which can cause you to freeze. You should go for winter tights which can give you enough room to move. Regular pants are difficult to move with and they can be very cold if they are wet. You also must not forget to wear cycling jackets that can help protect you from the cool, freezing breeze.
For the shoes, choose those that will keep your feet warm despite the change in temperature outside. They may cost a little but is a good investment. It is very difficult to pedal if your feet are all numb from the cold.
With the proper gear and wear, winter cycling is just like cycling in any other kind of weather.
Between cars and bikes
Tags: bike gears, Bike Helmets, Cycling Apparel, Cycling helmets, cycling shirts
Posted in Bike Helmets, Cycling Gear on November 2nd, 2009
A lot of people have been discouraged to go cycling because they think it’s not safe and dangerous. On the contrary, cycling is just like any other activity people do on an ordinary basis. An example of which is driving. People tend to think that driving a car is way better than cycling. It’s safer and much less dangerous. How true is that?
In driving, there are safety precautionary measures and rules for guidance purposes. Same basic rules apply to cycling. Look both sides before crossing the street; follow the traffic lights and even rules on overtaking.
People don’t ride cars that aren’t of top quality. It’s that same mentality in choosing the right bike complete with the proper bike gears.
In driving, there is no proper attire but seatbelts are there to ensure that the driver and passengers are saved from the impact of a car crash. In cycling, cycling apparel such as cycling shirts and shorts makes it comfortable for the rider especially during long drives. This avoids chafing and all other discomforts. Bike helmets and cycling helmets also help in protecting the rider’s head during collision or from falling debris.
As far as the trail goes, it’s still similar to car driving. One must learn the streets, traffic lights and road signs.
In truth, cycling has one special benefit that cars cannot offer. People who lack in physical activities are more likely to attract heart diseases. Cycling gives you enough exercise and activity to do away with this.
Cars and bikes have more things in common that we think.
A woman’s cycling diet
Tags: Cycling Apparel, Cycling Gear, Cycling Helmet, cycling shirts
Posted in Cycling Apparel, Cycling Gear on October 25th, 2009
Aside from the proper cycling apparel, proper diet is one thing that cyclists must take seriously. Diet doesn’t always mean eating less. In cycling, diet means eating the right kinds of food to sustain you with the essential vitamins and minerals needed to boost your performance.
Women get into cycling mainly as a form of exercise and to lose weight. Since women can store more fats than men, they tend to eat less to lose more. This is dangerous because there are certain things that come with eating less.
Be aware of what you eat but you must also ensure that you are not compromising your protein intake. Protein is needed to repair damaged muscles after each exercise. It helps in the generation of new muscles in place of the old muscle tissues that were destroyed. Lack of protein can lead to fatigue and anemia. No matter how sturdy your cycling helmet is to protect you from suddenly fainting, prevention of the effects is much better.
In watching what we eat, we are mindful of calorie intake. However, calories help with women’s menstruation. Not having enough calories can cause irregular to no period at all.
Contrary to what we’ve heard, coffee can actually be of help. The energy you use in cycling is taken from some fats and mostly from carbohydrates. Since fats are what we are aiming to lose, using up energy from fats would help big time. Caffeine can help increase the body’s ability to get energy from fats.
Iron can also be a problem. Iron is present in food that we take in and we need every last bit of it for hemoglobin regeneration, etc. If you eat less, you’re also cutting back on iron intake. You must consult a doctor so they can help make sure that you are losing fats and not iron.
Being fit for cycling is more than just the right cycling helmets or the most comfortable cycling shirts. There’s more to it than just the ultimate cycling gear. There’s the proper diet too and it can make a whole lot of difference.