Think of food as medicine for your body: the oft-repeated phrase, “You are what you eat” is true, in fact nutrition is at the base of a sportsman’s pyramid. It can make all the difference to rely on a competent person to follow you and lead you to reach your race goals, so here are […]
Some times when it rains we just don’t feel like getting on our rollers and pedaling for an hour while watching television, especially when the bad weather lasts an entire week. But can we ride in the rain without getting sick and especially without hurting ourselves? We think so, as long as the rain is […]
Over the years, many companies specializing in the production of cycling scarpers have placed models on their catalogs that are suitable for winter training, thus outlawing the use of the classic shoe cover. But which one is really best to use? Here are what are the pros of both solutions: PRO: Winter shoes: Thermal insulation: […]
Winter or at any rate the colder seasons are the most favored for improving all those deficiencies we identified during the past sports season. If your problem is that of lack of leg strength, or at any rate you want to improve it to be better performers during your rides or in some competition, then […]
When we talk about cycling, we cannot fail to mention climbing. Climbing and cycling are very often mirrored in each other.It is not a good bike ride if there is not a good climb to tackle.But then how can we train properly to tackle a nice, steep climb?First of all, the parameter to train is […]
The choice between running and cycling in winter depends on several factors, including your personal preferences, weather conditions and your training goal. Very often, given the particularly short days, running can prove to be a valid substitute for cycling, but let’s see together some aspects to consider which can at least make the choice between […]
Dressing properly for racing cycling in winter is essential to ensure comfort, safety and optimal performance during your training. We at Sprayke, passionate cyclists for as long as we can remember, have created some simple basic rules that can help you during the colder months. 1. Underwear: Use breathable, quick-drying underwear to keep your skin […]
Choosing the right frame size for a bicycle is crucial for an optimal riding experience that is both comfortable and efficient. But how do we choose the correct frame size for a bicycle? Here are some steps you can follow to determine the right frame size for you: 1. Measure your height: Your height is […]
Strength is something that is almost always overlooked by the amateur cyclist but is critically important if we want to improve our performance. Here are some strategies for developing leg strength: 1. Resistance training: Weight training: Include exercises such as squats, leg presses and deadlifts in your training routine. Focus on a moderate number of […]
Lubricating the chain may seem like a simple task in many respects, but it can in some cases,get complicated if you do not perform all the procedures correctly. What do we need to have to lubricate the bicycle chain? Materials needed: Specific lubricating oil for bicycle chains such as our Lube 1 or Lube 2. […]