Before you start riding on paved roads, if you don’t know the tire size and width of your road bike, take a look at this basic guide to choosing bike tires. You will find the guidelines to determine what size tire you need, when to change tires and how to…
A vest is a must-have accessory in every cyclist’s wardrobe. It can be used to keep out the cold if you head out early or late, to get additional protection on long descents, or as an extra layer to keep the right core temperature. And if you live in an…
If you don’t know what to eat before going out cycling in the morning, you don’t want to make much hassle, but you need energy to pedal, here are ten healthy, high-energy, three-ingredient breakfast options for cyclists. The shopping list is the same as in our post on 10 quick…
Of all the parts that make up a bicycle, tires and tubes are (if everything goes smoothly) the first thing we need to change. To guide you through the varied and confusing world of tires we have put together this short and handy guide containing the following points: When to…
Until a few years ago, indoor cycling meant sweating at home in front of a screen or listening to music. For cyclists, it was a form of penance. Smart indoor bike trainers and indoor cycling apps have turned the situation around to such an extent that virtual competitions (e-sports) have…
If you want to keep cycling when the weather gets worse, you’d better have a water-resistant jacket like Siroko’s J2 at hand because we’ve designed them not only to keep you dry when it rains or the roads are wet, but also to protect you from the cold wind or…
We might think of mudguards the way we think of water resistant cycling apparel. If I don’t go cycling in the rain, do I need mudguards on my bike? You actually do. Sure, if at the slightest drizzle you decide to stay at home and work out on your indoor…
Many of us cyclists do not like to go to the gym and we’d rather invest in a bike or cycling apparel than buy weights or kettlebells to exercise at home. However, doing strength training and adding a 15-20 minute core workout routine will not only improve your cycling performance,…
We have good news for any amateur cyclist who doesn’t have much time for training in winter: You don’t need to ride thousands of kilometers and spend many hours pedaling to improve or to prepare for the upcoming season. Endurance or aerobic base training in winter is a traditional workout…
Before finding out about the different features of Siroko’s winter bib tights collection, take a look at our previous post where we answer the most common questions on how to choose the right pair of winter bib tights, and you will quickly realize that this garment is all about comfort…
