{"id":2801,"date":"2020-08-19T14:11:56","date_gmt":"2020-08-19T14:11:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog-planet.com\/?p=2801"},"modified":"2020-08-19T14:13:50","modified_gmt":"2020-08-19T14:13:50","slug":"7-things-every-professional-cyclist-needs-to-have","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.blog-planet.com\/7-things-every-professional-cyclist-needs-to-have\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Things Every Professional Cyclist Needs to Have"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether you\u2019re a professional cyclist or a biking enthusiast, you\u2019ll always need your biking essentials. Whilst your level of experience will change, the list of items you need to have a successful ride don\u2019t. We\u2019ve put together a checklist of everything you need for your training and biking needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Bike maintenance<\/span><\/h2>\n

You never know when you might need a tool to perform a quick repair. By carrying the right tools with you, you\u2019ll be ready for anything.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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    A bike repair kit<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    The first thing you need for any bike maintenance procedure is a bike repair kit. Whether you roll over a nail or have a little accident, you\u2019ll have all of your tools handy, ready to do any minor repairs.<\/span><\/p>\n

    2 A truing stand<\/span><\/p>\n

    For those slightly bigger adjustments you need to make to your bike, a <\/span>truing stand<\/span><\/a> is just what you need. Whether you need to straighten your wheels or check their alignment, this handy tool will help you to keep your bicycle in top condition. So if you have a tournament coming up, you know you won\u2019t have any nasty surprises.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Bike gear<\/span><\/h2>\n

    There\u2019s a range of different biking gear you can get to help your ride go smoothly.<\/span><\/p>\n

    3 Biking kit<\/span><\/p>\n

    What you wear whilst you cycle can actually affect your performance. From safety to efficiency, it\u2019s super important to wear the right gear on your ride. From sports bras to leggings, you want to get the best out of your bike gear.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    The right gear can help you to avoid chafing, help manage your sweat levels as well as look great too! You can really get creative and express yourself through your bike gear.<\/span><\/p>\n

    4 A reliable bicycle lock<\/span><\/p>\n

    Wherever you go, you\u2019ll probably have to leave your bike somewhere at some point. While you\u2019re training or just popping out, you\u2019ll need a reliable bicycle lock to keep your bike safe. You have a lot of choice when it comes to locks too, depending on your security needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    5 Safety products<\/span><\/p>\n

    No matter how much of a seasoned rider you are, you need to keep safe whenever you get on your bike. Wearing your helmet at all times, especially when competing, is absolutely crucial for any rider. They help to protect your head in the event that you have an accident.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Extras<\/span><\/h2>\n

    Now come the bonus items. Whilst these aren\u2019t essential items to have on your bike ride, they make the whole experience much more enjoyable.<\/span><\/p>\n

    6 A good playlist<\/span><\/p>\n

    Music is great for motivational purposes, and can help you to push yourself to get that personal best. Having a killer playlist that makes you feel good is perfect for a competition or just a casual training session.<\/span><\/p>\n

    7 Emergency snacks<\/span><\/p>\n

    Lastly, you\u2019ll need to keep some snacks around in case you need them. Something high in sugar and protein is great for any time that you feel a little lightheaded or need a rest. They can act as a great boost, not to mention crucial for boosting your blood sugar and giving you that extra bit of energy!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Whether you\u2019re a professional cyclist or a biking enthusiast, you\u2019ll always need your biking essentials. Whilst your level of experience will change, the list of items you need to have a successful ride don\u2019t. We\u2019ve put together a checklist of everything you need for your training and biking needs.\u00a0 Bike maintenance You never know when […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2802,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[10],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-2801","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-automotive"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.blog-planet.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2801","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.blog-planet.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.blog-planet.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.blog-planet.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.blog-planet.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2801"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.blog-planet.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2801\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2805,"href":"https:\/\/www.blog-planet.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2801\/revisions\/2805"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.blog-planet.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2802"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.blog-planet.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2801"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.blog-planet.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2801"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.blog-planet.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2801"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}