The winter has arrived in reality for the astronomical one, which begins with the solstice, it is short. And so also in this absurd 2020 the days will slowly return to lengthening, the sun being slightly higher on the horizon in its motion, the temperatures to decrease.
Air sparkling, colors the changing woods, landscapes enchanted with snow-capped peaks on the horizon: there are three good reasons to continue to fork the bike, even between December and February. Please note, however: cold requires scheming Details not to transform a strengthening pedaling into an unpleasant collection of joint and muscle pains.
Start with one heating phase and stretching, and if you have a bike or rollers you can pedal for 10-15 minutes before mounting in the saddle. During the actual exit sheltered from the cold, avoiding but of increase the temperature too much of your body with non-perspiring garments, made of non-technical material: the sweat cools fast and increases the incidence of tendinitis and joint pains, as well as the chances of getting sick.
How to avoid all this? With a ad hoc clothingOf course!
We of Doctorbike We are first of all cyclists like you, in love with the two wheels 365 days a year, and we know what it means to pedal without the right accessories.
That's why we thought of a series of specific kits for the winter season. For example our anti-cold kit: technical gloves don't lose the sensitivity to the hands is essential for the control of brakes and gearbox! • socks, which we offer in offer at 45€.
In winter, then, it is known that the light is less intense than in other seasons. Therefore, daylights are necessary in addition to those for the evening hours. Also for this we meet you: we have ready a safety kit with front lamps and posterior, helmet and padlock in promotion to 145€.
Finally, we know that drilling never goes on vacation, especially in winter when ice and salt residues increase the probability of staying with a flat tire: our first aid kit for cycling (purse with air chambers, CO2 pump for quick inflation and a multi-tool with 16 different functions) thus becomes a must have. This is why we offer it at a price of 65€.
And in addition, if you are short of ideas with the Christmas gifts... we propose our gift cardYou can. choose the amount you prefer and make a unique gift.
Contact us to book your kits, or switch to the workshop: we will advise you the most suitable combination of accessories for you.
Don't give up enjoying the winter on your bike!
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