Winter Cycling Essentials – What To Wear for Cycling in Indian Winters
1. Gloves Know that feeling where you change the gear but your fingers are so numb you know it happened only because of the gear “click”? Keep your fingers warm and toasty this winter with full-fingered cycling gloves. 2. Winter Cycling Jacket Get a winter jacket that is brushed with fleece, with a collar and […]
Cyclop Review: Endurance Be Visible Cycling Jersey
The Endurance Be Visible cycling jersey was tested by Sanjay Sharma, Cyclop Team. Sanjay has finished Ironman 70.3 Goa, 3 Full Marathons, 9 Half Marathons, and a couple of Triathlons and Trail Runs. Thanks to Priti Zaveri for her inputs as well. Going out on early morning rides is always fun, but being visible to […]
Garmin Forerunner 245 vs Garmin Forerunner 235
Aashutosh Chaudhari, a sports entrepreneur, an ultra-marathon runner, and a triathlete from Bangalore, compares Garmin Forerunner 235 with Garmin Forerunner 245. Aashutosh considers running his meditation, runs 5km to 100km and more, and also trains people in achieving their running goals. Garmin Forerunner 235 (FR235) has been a go-to watch for most amateur runners world […]
Cycling Cap – Fashion or Function?
If you are wondering whether or not to wear a cycling cap it may be good to know that you’d be wearing an iconic item on your head with a bit of history attached to it! The cycling cap, known as ‘casquette’ in French, has been around for quite a while. It is simply part […]
Valentine’s Day Special: Meet 7 Couples who Cycle Together!
We’ve heard of couples enjoying long drives, but what about long rides? This valentine’s day meet 7 couples from all over India who ride together, from high-level athletes to everyday couples. 1. The Tandem Couple: Sanat Rath and Pramita Mishra, Bangalore “Riding a tandem bike is like marriage, communication being the key to success.” Pramita […]
Cycling in Spiti Valley, India—Road or Not!
An account by Karan Vaid, photographer and Super Randonneur cyclist based in Delhi, @steelcyclist on Instagram. Total Days: 11 Total Distance Cycled: 300 km approx Highest altitude: At Kunzum La, 4590 m, pass connecting Spiti and Lahaul valleys In April of 2019, I was busy looking at the Indian Himalayas on Google Maps. I had […]
Top 10: Best Gifts for Cyclists This Valentine’s Day
“I have been biking for more than 10 years. If someone giving me gift related to my passion I would prefer over anything else as cycling is my first love.” wrote a cyclist. Yessir we agree. So here is a list of the best gifts for cyclists this Valentine’s Day! 1. Velolove Cycling Jersey These […]
Cyclop Review: Heini Nizza Winter Cycling Jacket
Is it warm enough? Does wind creep into the jacket? Cyclop tests the Heini Winter Cycling Jacket along with cyclist Sanjay Sharma! Read the review.
Renu Singhi Completes the Gruelling 1200km Paris-Brest-Paris Ride at 54!
Renu Singhi from Jaipur completed the prestigious Paris-Brest-Paris expedition 2019 at age 54. Take a look at the hard work behind her success!
An Indian Ultracyclist’s Preparation Ride for Raam 2020
Vivek Shah, a Chartered Accountant in Ahmedabad set to do the great RAAM 2020 race after qualifying in the Ultra Spice RAAM Qualifier Race in January 2019; he stood first in the 600km solo category. Get a detailed account of his simulation ride for RAAM and tips for a long endurance ride! 5 DAYS 9 […]