How to Ride Through Mud in Cyclo-Cross
If you haven't already realised cyclo-cross is a mud sport. It means riding through the winter months until around January time. This means bad weather, and bad weather means mud. We give you some top tips to prepare yourself for racing this season.
Running Technique for Cyclo-Cross
Running is part of cyclo-cross and cannot be avoided in most races. Generally you have to run because of the terrain or to get your bike over an obstacle that you can't ride over, or get through muddy sections that would otherwise clog up your chain. Here are a few tips to get your technique perfect.
Cyclo-Cross: How to Get a Good Start
Starting fast is one of the most important skills you need in order to race cyclo-cross successfully. Cyclo-cross is renowned for its fast and furious starts but it can be easier said than done. Read more here for our expert tips!
Get Started in Cyclo-Cross: 5 Essential Tips
Fancy giving cyclo-cross a go? Read our top tips on how to get started in cyclo-cross for you to practice and become master of mud! And if you need some cross-specific kit, you can find all that you need here at ProBikeKit.
How To: Draft
Read Heidi Anderson's top tips on how to draft when riding in a race, sportive or large cycling event. She talks about how to use your team and plan ahead so that you can use drafting to your advantage.
How To: Peak Twice in a Season
Athletes or avid cyclists like you whom ride their bikes every weekend or often have a busy cycling calendar, like a series of sportives or a full season of racing, often find it hard to peak twice. Read more here.
How To: Master Cycling Tapering
We give you some top tips on how to taper for a race in cycling. Read more about this clever method here.
How To: Warm Down After Cycling
Warming down after cycling is very important for recovery, especially if you're planning to get back on the bike soon after. It helps keep your muscles moving and prevents lactic acid from forming, and also avoids injury!
How To: Warm up for a Race
Warming up can really help in making sure your legs perform to their full potential during a race, so we have written a handy guide on how to warm up for a time trial. Read more here.
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