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Simple tips for better riding.Mend nicks and cuts in the top rubber of your road tires with crazy glue. If the cuts aren't into the casing fabric the glue will close them up and let you get some extra miles out of your tires.Put a $20 bill in your seat bag or under the insole of your shoes for emergencies.When changing tires, Start putting the tire back on opposite the valve stem to reduce the chance of pinching a tube.Get out the saddle for 15-30 seconds every 10 minutes, even on level terrain to use the muscle differently and give...

One of the things you may want to consider when shopping for new swimwear is whether or not it is functional depending on why you are buying it in the first place. Are you buying new swimwear to look good on the beach or are you buying new swimwear because you are a serious swimmer who wants to get the most advantage from their swimsuit? There is a good chance that you are somewhere in between. You want to look good on the beach for your next Summer holiday but you also want your swimsuit to perform well in the...

One of the main advantages to owning a nice pair of sandals is that you have quite a versatile item of footwear. Flip flops are great for when you need to walk from the water's edge over the rocks and pebbles etc, but they usually become pretty uncomfortable as you walk further. Sandals offer you that extra level of comfort that means you can go for a walk around town and around various interesting places during your Summer holiday and your feet won't complain too much. They have the added advantage of being practical enough to slip on and off...

SwitchAs bike lights get more and more sophisticated the switch does more than just turn on and off your lights. It also tends to allow you to select one of what may be several different modes. That means that the switch cannot be fiddly to operate. You might after all be out on the trail in the middle of Winter wearing thick gloves and you need to still be able to operate your lights without having to stop and take them off. The flip side of this is that they should also not be easy to operate accidentally. A lot...

Using Bike Lights in the WinterThe autumn and winter seasons bring harsh conditions for cyclists, especially those who are unprepared, but with a good set of bike lights and all the right accessories, you won't have to worry. It is during this time of the year that cyclists really need to use lights to stay visible; the mornings are dark and the evenings draw in a lot earlier than usual. The wet conditions can also mean poor visibility; the rain can restrict a cyclist's own vision whilst other drivers and cyclists will find it difficult to see.Choosing a LightThere are...