WheelLife Adventure

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Vishal B completes 400 KM Brevet

Vishal B does it again. This time, he completes the 400 KM BRM event held on 12th March 2011. The results are here: http://www.bangalorebrevets.in/Finishers-BRM400.htm

Monday, March 7, 2011

Btwin RockRider 5.1 - 8th March 2011 - Women's Day Sale

As part of the International Women's Day celebrations, We are offering Rockrider 5.1 bicycles at Rs.9350 (inclusive of all taxes) exclusively for women only! MRP 12499/-

Note:
1. Store Delivery Only on Cash and Carry. Credit/Debit Cards @ 2.5% extra.
2. Shipping Extra (if required).
3. ONE DAY SALE ONLY! No extension. Sale valid from 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM only on 8th March 2011.
4. Billing/Sale only for Women.
5. Bookings accepted on full payment only (in case we run out of stock!)

b'Twin Videos & Articles on Maintenance, Repairs etc.,

Maintenance

· Changing Or Adjusting Your City Or Hybrid Bike's Handlebarvideo

· Replacing A Stem Or A Handlebarvideo

· How To Change The Bike's Cranks?Video

· Fitting A Mechanical Disk Brakevideo

· Fitting And Removing A Tubeless Tyrevideo

· How To Maintain Your Bike ?Video

· How To Change The Pedalsvideo

· How To Change Your Bike's Cassette?Video

· How To Fit A Hydraulic Disc Brake?Video

· How To Adjust Your Road Bike Brakes?Video

· How To Remove And Fit New Handlebar Tape?Video

· How To Remove And Fit A New Brake Lever Hood?Video

· The Chain: Changing, Quick Link, De-Riveting, Etcvideo

· How Do I Adjust A V-Brake?Video

· How To Take Off Or Put On A Back Wheel ?Video

· How Do I Change My Brake Pads?Video

· How Do I Change A Saddle Or Saddle Parts?Video

· How Do I Change The Handlebar Grips On My Bicycle?Video

Repairs

· How To Solve A Steering Problem?Video

· How To Repair A Punctured Tyre?

· How To Adjust A Front Derailleur?Video

· How To Adjust A Rear Derailleur?Video

· How To Change A Wheel Spoke?Video

· How To True A Wheel?Video

· How To Take Off And Put On A Tyre ?Video

How To Choose

· How To Choose The Right Bicycle Helmet For You?

· How To Choose A Tyre For Your Bike Or Mtb?

· How To Choose The Right Road Bike For You?

· How To Choose The Right Bmx Or Play Bike For You?

· How To Choose The Right Hybrid Or Touring Bike For You?

· How To Choose The Right City Bike For You?

· How To Choose A Disk Brake?

· Inner Tube Or Tubeless?

· Choosing Your Freeride Mtb:

· Choosing Your Performance Or Xc (Cross Country) Mtb

· Choosing Your Sport Mtb

· How To Choose The Right Bike For You?

Body Care And Nutrition

· Recovery For Cyclists

· What Is A Suitable Diet For A Cyclist?

· Biking In Cold Weather

· Before Exercise

Safety

· Cycling Safely In The Town Or City

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

Aches and Pains - An Article From BikeDynamics

Many cyclists will put up with a degree of discomfort on their bikes because it can be considerably outweighed by the enjoyment of riding. When this discomfort becomes pain, performance and endurance can be compromised and the enjoyment spoilt. When considering the implications of bike fit to cycling comfort, it is important to consider if the pain only manifests itself whilst riding or is present at other times. If you have lower back pain whilst standing, walking etc. then it is unlikely that you will achieve a pain free position on the bike and you should seek help from a qualified Medical Professional. If the pain only occurs when on the bike, there is a strong chance that the issue will be resolved with a correct bike fitting.

For more, click here

Sunday, February 13, 2011

Vishal B completes 300 KM Brevet

Strange things do happen and the proof for this is Vishal B, who completed the Bangalore Brevets 300 kms yesterday (12th Feb 2011).

This guy walked in to our store a month ago and said he wanted to pick up a b'Twin sport 1 bike. He had hardly been riding his Hercules MTB when he came by our store which rekindled his interest in cycling. A couple of more visits to our store and he wanted to do the Brevet 200 kms, but wasn't able to do so as he could not pick up the bike in time for the race.

An athlete in his own right, he finally sold off his Honda Deo and picked up the Sport 1 on the evening of 10th Feb to participate in the 300 kms Bangalore Brevet.

His "training" was his ride to the airport and back (some 60 kms) that he did on the morning of 11th Feb.

I'm really proud to tell you all that he was placed joint 9th after clocking 16 hours and 39 minutes. This triple, with no prior century let alone double century rides to his credit!

Wishing you all the very best for the 400 kms BRM.

Results are here : http://www.bangalorebrevets.in/Finishers-BRM300.htm

Saturday, January 1, 2011

What is a suitable diet for a cyclist?

Original Article Is Found Here: http://www.btwincycle.com/EN/what-is-a-suitable-diet-for-a-cyclist-107422811/

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Whatever my activity, people advise me to eat a balanced diet.
I ride in competitions, so I need a balanced diet!

I do a regular activity without worrying about performance, so I need a balanced diet!

But is there a difference?

What is a balanced diet?
Whether you ride a bike or not, for recreation or with the aim of improving your performance in competitions, you should always eat a balanced diet.

The main differences between someone who goes for a few bike rides occasionally and a top cycling or MTB champion relate to quantities and needs.

The more serious your discipline is, the more resources your body will need.

A suitable diet for cyclists
Different nutrients have specific characteristics which athletes are looking for. Athletes can therefore adjust nutrient quantities for optimum energy, vitamin and mineral intake.

Below is a list so that you can get to grips with all these nutrients and set your priorities:

• Hydration allows you to compensate for minerals lost during activity. Whatever the weather and outside temperature, your body becomes dehydrated.
You are recommended to drink regularly on a bike ride, with little mouthfuls of water or energy drink. Take drinks with you in sufficient quantity – you can take them with you in your bag or, even more practically, in water bottles which can be slotted directly on to the frame (bottle holder).

• Complex carbohydrates gradually make energy available to your body. They are slow-release sugars which provide your body with energy throughout your ride or competition, whatever type of bike you are riding.

• Fruit and vegetables provide vitamins which are useful for good nutrient assimilation. A cyclist, especially a very athletic one, must not overlook fruit and vegetables.

• Proteins play a role in muscle construction and recovery.

• Fats provide very slow-release energy. They allow you to store energy and are therefore essential for all cyclists.

• Simple carbohydrates quickly make energy available to your body. They are fast-release sugars, which are very useful if you feel drained or lack energy from time to time on the roads or trails.

Thus, a cyclist's diet is constructed on the basis of dietary balance in the same way as a sedentary person's diet, but it will be subject to variations in the way it is organised, and increases in consumption.

Your diet will therefore depend on your discipline (road cycling, MTB, city biking, etc.), your level (leisure, competition, etc.), the season, the climate and your objectives. You diet must also be appropriate for you as an individual – you shouldn’t eat too much or too little.