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LBmtb · 05-23-2005, 11:16 PM

So lets share tips on riding during summer.

My tip: watch out for the mosquitos (west nile virus). More info . . .
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvbid/west...ntion_info.htm
http://www.westnile.ca.gov/

And watch out for the poison oak too

Big Guy · 05-24-2005, 06:34 AM

Take plenty of water

. ride early or later in the afternoon.

05-24-2005, 07:55 PM

I agree with Serge, stay hydrated, ride early or late in the day, and if you ride in the heat, definately make sure you are riding with a buddy. It would be wise to always carry identification and other pertinent information in case of an emergency.

TURNERob · 05-24-2005, 08:13 PM

Don't start drinking beer at noon the day before you're gonna go on a big ride

LBmtb · 05-24-2005, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FXRob

Don't start drinking beer at noon the day before you're gonna go on a big ride

pshloss · 05-24-2005, 08:17 PM

I like to start at 7:00 in summer and climb to higher elevations. Finish climbing by 10:00 on hottest days. Ice water is great: it cools your insides and keeps your back a little cooler, too. I've also frozen gatorade bottles. One more tip: pre-hydrate. I always drink a 20 oz gatorade on the way to a long ride. The problem is if you wait to drink until you are thirsty, you are probably already somewhat dehydrated. (Same applies to eating. Eat a good breakfast and force yourself to eat periodically on long rides before you feel hungry).

05-23-2005, 11:16 PM	#1 (permalink)
LBmtb good times	tips for riding in the summer So lets share tips on riding during summer. My tip: watch out for the mosquitos (west nile virus). More info . . . http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvbid/west...ntion_info.htm http://www.westnile.ca.gov/ And watch out for the poison oak too __________________ My Twits tkblazer: wonder if i can wear my yellow speedo me: only if you wear the matching yellow goggles with it

05-24-2005, 06:34 AM	#2 (permalink)
Big Guy Senior Member	Take plenty of water . ride early or later in the afternoon. __________________ Gravity is on my side 2008 STR Weight-Loss Challenge: 1/1/08 = 275.5 lbs \| 3/04/08 = 265 lbs

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05-24-2005, 07:55 PM	#3 (permalink)
i am dino Guest	I agree with Serge, stay hydrated, ride early or late in the day, and if you ride in the heat, definately make sure you are riding with a buddy. It would be wise to always carry identification and other pertinent information in case of an emergency.

05-24-2005, 08:13 PM	#4 (permalink)
TURNERob I need a tow truck ASAP	Don't start drinking beer at noon the day before you're gonna go on a big ride

05-24-2005, 08:17 PM	#6 (permalink)
pshloss Senior Member	I like to start at 7:00 in summer and climb to higher elevations. Finish climbing by 10:00 on hottest days. Ice water is great: it cools your insides and keeps your back a little cooler, too. I've also frozen gatorade bottles. One more tip: pre-hydrate. I always drink a 20 oz gatorade on the way to a long ride. The problem is if you wait to drink until you are thirsty, you are probably already somewhat dehydrated. (Same applies to eating. Eat a good breakfast and force yourself to eat periodically on long rides before you feel hungry).

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