June 15, 2020 11:13 pm
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The winter is well and truly behind us, and that means our little corner of Florida is about to experience a long series of hot days right in a row. If we’re lucky, the temperature will get down to a comfortable mid-70s during the evening. While the heat is just part and parcel of living in Florida, that doesn’t make it easier to get out and ride a bicycle when the days are at their hottest. Staying active on your bicycle is essential, though. You don’t want to lose the progress you made during the more temperate months of the... View Article
April 8, 2020 11:51 pm
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The United States is currently in the middle of an unprecedented period of time. The novel coronavirus known as COVID-19 has imposed restrictions on American society that have never been experienced in the history of the nation. As we await the end of the pandemic, sheltered in place in our homes, average U.S. residents are left to wonder how we can maintain some semblance of normal life during the outbreak. For bike riders, one of the best ways to force some normalcy back into your life is by taking a leisurely bike ride in Boca Raton, FL. Fortunately, you don’t... View Article
November 6, 2019 7:29 pm
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All cyclists should make it a point to wear helmets when they’re riding their bikes for their own personal safety. Numerous studies have been done on the importance and benefit of wearing helmets, and it has been shown that helmets reduce the risk of head injuries by as much as 88 percent, as well as the risk of facial injuries by 65 percent. There really is no reason not to wear a helmet every time you’re out on your bike. Beyond the safety reasons for wearing a helmet, there are also legal ones to take into account. Many states and... View Article
September 9, 2019 10:56 pm
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One thing we’ve learned as long-time residents of South Florida is that you have to be prepared for some wet weather to pop up, sometimes with little warning at all. There’s no need to stash your bike away during storm season—whether you’re a daily commuter and avid rider or someone who just likes to ride for fun, you can still get where you need to go in the rain. That’s not to say you shouldn’t think twice about getting out on the bike when hurricane-force winds are blowing, but the wet season doesn’t have to be a complete deterrent, either.... View Article
August 2, 2019 11:22 pm
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As the temperatures stay in the 90s and 100s throughout August and into September, the challenge to safely embark on a bicycle ride increases significantly. Safe cycling in Boca Raton, FL in hot weather is particularly rough with the high humidity levels, which make the already uncomfortable temperatures feel even hotter. Additionally, the humidity slows down the rate at which sweat evaporates, leaving you to feel really worn out and close to overheating. If you can’t stand the thought of waiting until the weather cools off to take your next ride, familiarize yourself with these hot weather cycling tips. Dress... View Article
