FAQs
HOW HIGH SHOULD MY BIKE SADDLE BE?
Having your saddle at the correct height is very important to ensuring you are most comfortable when riding as well as making sure your riding position is correct. As a general rule, your leg should be almost completely extended, with a slight bend in the knee. Also, your toes should not be pointed and “scooping” the pedals as you complete a pedal stroke.
DO I REALLY NEED TO WEAR A HELMET WHEN CYCLING?
The simple answer to this is yes. Helmets are extremely important when riding and should always be worn during cycling. They protect your head from any injuries and studies have shown that helmets significantly reduce the risk of head injuries. They are a must when participating in Trilogy Club Rides.
DO I REALLY NEED BIKE-SPECIFIC CLOTHING?
If you are looking at seriously getting into cycling, then investing in bike-specific clothing is a great decision. Cycling clothing has been designed to enhance your riding, for example, cycling shorts have padding built in for extra comfort when riding. Cycling shoes are also a great investment for serious cycling as they provide support and grip on your pedals which is especially great for long distance cycling as it will contribute to keeping up a fast pace.
DO I HAVE TO TAKE CYCLING SERIOUSLY?
Bike riders don’t all have to be serious cyclists who race or compete in events. Trilogy have club rides for different ability levels and our main goal is to always ensure we are having fun.
DO I NEED TO KNOW HOW TO FIX A PUNCTURE?
Ideally yes, however the benefit of joining a club like Trilogy and attending our group rides is that there will always be someone with experience who can show you what to do. It may be worth attending a bike maintenance course to learn the basics. You should always carry a spare inner tube and basic tools to fix any mechanical.
HOW MUCH FOOD AND WATER SHOULD I CARRY ON A BIKE RIDE?
This really depends on the length and effort required for the ride. We would always recommend carrying at least one bottle of water. A good rule of thumb is to take on 1g of carbs per kg of body weight per hour of cycling. This may seem like a lot since the average banana contains about 23g of carbs, but if you combine real food, energy gels and energy drinks its easy enough to reach.