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Summer Cycling Tips
Summer is always something we accidentally get excited about in the UK, before October arrives and we then grumble about how short lived and miserable it actually was. Hence why a lot of us book holidays abroad. However, those few sacred days of sunshine and more hours of daylight often sneak up on you unexpectedly, so it’s always a great idea to have an artillery of summer gear on standby. Here are some great summer cycling tips for the whole family.

Routes
Make the most of the better weather by exploring your local area, or venture further afield to try out a new route or two.Summer Cycling Bike Tips Sustrans is a great starting point, where you can download a copy of the National Cycle Network guide (£1), browse routes online, or download one of the many cycle route phone apps available.

Summer Bike Equipment 
bicycle helmets
Providing essential protection and keeping the sun off your head and providing much needed shade, most bicycle helmets also provide excellent venting.

Cycling tyres
Cycling tyres are prone to pretty big seasonal variations, especially mountain bike tyres, which vary in tread pattern. You’ll need tyres to suit your bike, the terrain and the weather.

Winter Bicycling: How to Enjoy It
When winter arrives, you might think that bicycling season is over. But with a little knowledge and practice, winter riding can be highly rewarding.Culture and Cycling Tour in France I started to bike my drive years ago and today wouldn't give it up for the world. Here are my tips to help you share the experience.

Why Ride in Winter
At first, it might seem to be a daunting activity—bundling yourself up to ride through winter snow, ice, rain or even just cooler temperatures. But give it a chance. I've been a successful 4-season rider for many years now, and I live in Minneapolis. I have never regretted trading my commute by car for a commute by bicycle.

Getting Started
Winter cycling is not an all-or-nothing proposition. You can start slowly and build confidence along the way. Some tips:

• Use public transportation in your town and combine it with a bike ride.
• Drive halfway to work, park and then ride your bike the rest of the way.
• Bike every other day or every third day.