Cycling Tips & Guides

buyer-guide

Hyperice Recovery Tools Compared: Which One Do You Actually Need?

buyer-guide

How to Choose a Bike Computer in India

buyer-guide

Cannondale Quick vs Merida Crossway: Which Hybrid Should You Buy?

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brakes

Monsoon Bike Maintenance: What Rain Actually Does to Your Drivetrain

Rain doesn't damage a bike directly — grit and stripped lubricant do. Here's what actually happens to your drivetrain in the wet, the ten-minute post-ride routine...

Sampath V · August 7, 2026

beginner cycling

The Complete Beginner's Guide to Cycling in India

New to cycling? This guide covers everything from choosing your first bike to essential gear, riding etiquette, and building fitness — tailored specifically for Indian roads...

Sampath V · August 6, 2026

GPS

Magene C-Series GPS Computers: India Launch of C706, C606 Pro & C606 V2

Magene launches three GPS bike computers in India — the C706, C606 Pro, and C606 V2. Full specs, ClimbPro features, Strava integration, and India launch pricing...

Gokul Krishna · March 23, 2026

100km ride

How to Fuel Your First 100K Cycle Ride in Indian Weather

Cycling your first 100 kilometres is a big achievement — and the key to finishing strong lies in how you fuel. In India's hot and often...

Sampath V · June 23, 2025

community

Festive 500 ….. Smiles

What if this year’s Festive 500 was about bringing smiles, not just kilometres? Our take on Rapha’s annual challenge — a cyclist’s version of paying it...

Gokul Krishna · December 17, 2024

endurance

Get Up & Aim Higher: My Ironman 70.3 Journey

From battling health setbacks to confronting open-water fears, Gokul’s 9-month journey to the Ironman 70.3 finish line in Goa. A raw, honest account of 471 training...

Gokul Krishna · October 29, 2024

brevet

How to Prepare for Your First Brevet in India: A Complete Guide

Your first 200km brevet can feel daunting. This guide breaks down training plans, nutrition strategy, equipment choices, pacing, and night-riding tips from an ABCC-certified coach who’s...

Gokul Krishna · May 22, 2024

beginner

New Bike Assembly Guide: Step-by-Step Instructions for Every Rider

Just received your new bike? Follow our 9-step assembly guide with 5 video walkthroughs covering handlebar installation, front wheel, seatpost, pedals, and final safety checks.

Sampath V · April 15, 2024

lifestyle

Make Monday’s Meaningful

Mondays don’t have to be dreaded. A short read on why recovery days matter, how to use them wisely, and what a dosa restaurant taught us...

Gokul Krishna · March 3, 2024

gravel

Gravel Weekend at Kalpavalli: Off-Road Cycling Near Hyderabad

Three riders, three metal-framed gravel bikes, and endless double tracks near Anantapur. A weekend of windmills, chilli farms, shepherd boys, and chunky gravel trails just a...

Gokul Krishna · December 5, 2023

beginner

A Beginner’s Guide to Basic Bicycle Maintenance

Keep your bike running smoothly with these 8 essential maintenance tasks. From tyre pressure checks and chain lubrication to brake inspection and bolt tightening — no...

Sampath V · October 11, 2023

beginner

Bicycle Buying Guide India: Which Cycle Category Is Right for You?

MTB, road, hybrid, gravel, touring, or single speed — which one is right for you? Compare all bicycle categories side by side with prices, typical speeds,...

Gokul Krishna · June 20, 2023

news

Specialized Bikes Are Back

Specialized is back in India and we couldn’t be happier. From our first test ride of the Allez in Bangalore to becoming authorised dealers — the...

Gokul Krishna · May 24, 2023

hill-climbing

Munnar Hill Camp 2023: A Three-Day Cycling Adventure in Kerala's Hills

Six riders, three days, and some of Kerala’s best climbs. A ride report from our 2023 summer hill camp featuring 1000m elevation reps, cardamom estates, and...

Gokul Krishna · May 16, 2023

cycling tips

Summer Cycling in India: Essential Tips to Beat the Heat and Ride Strong

Riding in 40°C+ doesn’t mean parking your bike. Learn early-morning ride windows, electrolyte strategies, heart rate adjustments, and when to switch to indoor training — from...

Gokul Krishna · April 15, 2023

endurance

Conquering Horsley Hills: My Trenching Journey

35 hours, 18 laps, rain, deer on the road, and a calf cramp that almost ended everything. Sampath’s account of conquering Horsley Hills through sheer stubbornness...

Sampath V · March 12, 2022

endurance

My Everesting Journey

8,848 metres of climbing on a single hill near Hyderabad. Gokul recounts the training, nutrition planning, route selection, equipment choices, and the 24-hour ride that earned...

Gokul Krishna · March 11, 2020