Crank length and comfort for long-distance cyclists
The cranks on 70% of new bikes are the wrong length. Appropriate length cranks can help to increase comfort and avoid injuries when cycling long distances.
Read more ...The cranks on 70% of new bikes are the wrong length. Appropriate length cranks can help to increase comfort and avoid injuries when cycling long distances.
Read more ...Analyses of the probability of finishing the Transcontinental Race, distribution of finish times and distance ridden per day across the first four editions.
Read more ...Reviews of 3 one-piece cycling outfits where the shorts and jersey are integrated into one item, which are extremely comfortable for long-distance cycling.
Read more ...The VeloViewer Explorer score rates your Strava activities based on how many map tiles you’ve visited. It’s giving me extra motivation to ride on new roads.
Read more ...Cyclists are occasionally chased or attacked by dogs, bears and other animals. A variety of strategies are described for how to deal with this.
Read more ...Using a navigation device that has the desired functions and is reliable can save a lot of time in bikepacking races and when doing long-distance cycling.
Read more ...Advice on what types of bags to use for bikepacking and how they can be mounted. Also, whether to use fenders/mudguards for long-distance cycling.
Read more ...Advice on how much water to carry to optimize time efficiency in bikepacking races and long-distance cycling and options of where to store water on the bike.
Read more ...Advice on choosing wheels for long-distance cycling, including explanations of the differences between various hubs, spokes and rims.
Read more ...Advice on choosing a bicycle frame (material, geometry, etc.) for long-distance cycling and the pros and cons of rim brakes versus disc brakes on road bikes.
Read more ...Advice on choosing gear ratios for long-distance cycling by combining the rider’s sustainable power and preferred cadence with route information.
Read more ...Advice on choosing brands and models of derailleurs & shifters on road bikes for long-distance cycling, focusing on ergonomics, functionality & reliability.
Read more ...Exactly how much of an effect wind speed, wind direction, elevation and air temperature each has on the speed of typical long-distance cyclists is analyzed.
Read more ...Mechanical resistance accounts for 4-8% of the total resistance of typical long-distance cyclists. How to minimize this type of resistance is discussed.
Read more ...The effect that different clothing and body positions have on the average speed of typical long-distance cyclists is investigated.
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