SUMMER CYCLING THE UNITED KINGDOM
As cyclists we love the outdoors period! But just occasionally the feeling is not reciprocated and just sometimes the outdoors can really suck! So here are a few tips to help you beat those days when mother nature really doesn’t want you to play.
“There’s no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing.” Alfred Wainwright
When planning a ride, first thing ask yourself the following: Is it Dry? Is it Wet? Will it be wet? Is it Cold? Is it Warm? Will it get warm? Sounds pretty simple huh? Well, you’ll be amazed how some people overlook these basic questions and throw on the same ol’ thing for the same ride each day but the actuality is it can be a very different day with very different weather conditions.
To start – Understand the weather systems in your area (or where you’re planning to ride)
It doesn’t matter where you live in the world, if it’s near the coast or miles inland, or near mountains or on the plains, there will generally be a prevailing weather pattern in your area. Regular riders will have a good idea, so if you’re new ask around – there are some simple questions to start with; ‘What is the normal prevailing wind direction?’, ‘How dry or wet can i expect it to be here?’, ‘How cold does it get this time of year?’. Understanding the weather of the area you’re in and knowing what to expect will put you in a great position to be fully prepared when you’re out on that long ride. There are also some great weather Apps available that can help you to monitor the weather and give you pretty good forecasts – use them!
The next few minutes could help you to dress correctly so you enjoy riding all year round, wherever you are, whatever the weather...
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