November 3, 2017 7:05 pm
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Cycling is a rewarding hobby. Riders get to burn calories, build muscle and enjoy the outdoors. The activity becomes less enjoyable, though, when you suffer injuries. In our experience as a bike repair shop in Boca Raton, FL, we have seen the results of many accidents. The good news is that many common injuries are avoidable. Here are a few tips to keep you safe and healthy while you enjoy your ride: Knee pain: Improper pedal positioning can cause unnecessary knee pain. The result is an overuse injury. When you fasten your cleats to your pedals, ensure you position them... View Article
October 22, 2017 10:23 pm
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Mountain biking is an extremely fun, active and exhilarating sport, and one that you will soon become addicted to after your first try. No matter where you ride, mountain biking offers great health benefits and is a great way to spend the day either alone or with friends. If you’re new to the sport, though, choosing your equipment can prove challenging. There are so many brands, types, features and accessories involved with buying a mountain bike, and deciding what to get can be extremely overwhelming for a beginner. We recommend visiting a bike shop in Boca Raton, FL and speaking... View Article
October 8, 2017 10:23 pm
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Late summer is hurricane season in Florida, and everyone knows that the state, along with many others, has been damaged recently by torrential rains and high winds. Hurricanes wreak havoc everywhere they go, and the bike trails in Florida are no exception. Hurricane Irma caused severe damage to public lands across the state, closing many campgrounds and hiking and biking trails within them. We at Bicycle Doctor Inc. – House Calls, your local mobile bicycle repair service in Boca Raton, FL, are requesting your help to restore these bike trails so that you and your friends and family can hit... View Article
September 22, 2017 4:41 am
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If you’re a serious rider, it’s likely that eventually you’ll get a custom saddle for your bike. Long-term riding on a standard non-custom saddle can get tiresome quickly, as it’s not meant to fit your sitz bone (the part of the pelvis where your butt and legs meet), but is instead designed for an average sitz bone, which means it probably doesn’t fit anyone just right. A bad saddle fit can negatively affect your riding experience more than just about any other bicycle parts in Boca Raton, FL. So make sure to go to a bike part shop and get... View Article
September 8, 2017 4:41 am
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Many of us began riding bicycles as a form of exercise, but that’s far from the only benefit bike riding provides for your body. In this post, we’ll explore the effects bike riding has on your body both during the short-term of an individual ride and over the long term. We’ve seen many people transform their lives and bodies during our time running our bicycle shop in Boca Raton, FL. What’s happening to your body during a bike ride? First 10 minutes – warming up: For the first minute or so, your body interprets exercise in terms of physical danger,... View Article
