As always, I focused on products aimed at bikepacking and ultra-distance cycling during my visit to Eurobike 2019. I noticed some promising trends in the industry and in the show itself, plus lots of interesting products to peer at and fondle.
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Good bikepacking equipment doesn’t need to cost much. Reliability, functionality and repairability are often more important than weight or aerodynamics.
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Cyclists need passive lighting that reflects light coming from elsewhere to attract drivers’ attention and to allow drivers to judge their position & speed.
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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.
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The effect that different clothing and body positions have on the average speed of typical long-distance cyclists is investigated.
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Time efficiency when off the bike is at least as important as cycling speed in bikepacking and ultra-distance cycling races in which the clock never stops.
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Having comfortable clothing is essential for long-distance cylcing. Bikepackers cannot carry much extra clothing, so every item must be chosen wisely.
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Comfortable shoes are essential for long-distance cycling. Bikepackers do everything in one pair of shoes, so pedal style (road vs MTB) is important.
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Hand comfort is essential for long-distance cycling because problems with cyclist’s palsy / ulnar palsy are common, causing hand numbness & loss of strength.
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A comfortable saddle is essential for long-distance cycling. The degree of padding in the shorts, personal hygiene, and tire pressure are also considered.
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The variety of equipment used in bikepacking races means that the range of equipment costs is large, but estimates for reasonable options are given.
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