When it's OK to ride in mud: choose your technique and terrain, and soggy off-road cycling needn't be a disaster - for you or the environment
Article Abstract:
Most experts discourage cyclists from running through soggy terrain because of the dangers involved. However, some trails get soggy during selected times of the year. To help cyclists cross soggy trails safely, several tips on maneuvering are discussed.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1995
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How to stay seated and still conquer steep climbs: you'll conserve energy for the really tough stuff
Article Abstract:
The important factors which increase a cyclist's ability to negotiate steep climbs include pacing, steering technique and maintaining ascent line. Several tips on how to properly climb steep terrain are presented.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1995
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How to navigate the wheel-grabbing, fork-bending V-ditch
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One of the most common and challenging obstacles for many mountain bikers are the ditches which seem to abound on trails. Several tips on how to negotiate ditches in the most effective manner are presented.
Publication Name: Bicycling
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0006-2073
Year: 1995
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