Lake Cycling Blog
The Spring Classics herald the end of cycling hibernation
Cycling season is upon us – so, get ready to ride, once more! Winter is finally saying farewell to cyclists, and Flanders is preparing itself for some of the most epic racing of the year, with the onset of...
The rebirth of Trail and XC mountain biking
Adventure & adrenaline with off-road trail-riding With more cyclists still taking to gravel biking, there’s an interesting by-product emerging from this constant growth in off-road adventure. Whilst some would argue that XC (Cross-country) mountain biking never went away, and that...
Cycling shoes, stability and cleat fitting
Lake brand editor and cyclist, Robert Thorpe, talks with Julian Wall, from CycleFit UK Julian Wall – cycling shoes and foot stability Bike fitters the world over will do their utmost to ensure that the bike you choose to ride fits...
Cycling in the USA: Defining American cycling culture
The diversity of American cycling landscapes and climates At this very moment, whilst I’m writing about cycling in the USA and struggling with the difficulty in trying to define American cycling culture, there’s snow falling in the Midwest region where...
The technology behind cycling shoes Back in the day, cycling shoes – like most other shoes – were made of leather. It was easy; you designed the necessary shaped parts, chose the last – very limited over 40 years ago...
How to deal with wide feet and cycling shoes
The changing shape of your feet Remember those cycling shoes that seemed to fit you perfectly only a few years ago; they now pinch at the sides and just don’t seem to be the right length anymore. Yes, it can...
Let’s celebrate uniqueness and the freedom to ride! New Year is always a time for a reset. Each of us, wherever we are in the world, will have our own very personal and unique thoughts on the year we leave...
Fat Biking in a winter wonderland
North American cycling in the snowy mountains Whilst most European cyclists are retreating indoors now that winter is here, over in the snowy mountains and forested lake areas of North America, the Fat Bikes are coming out to play in...
Cycling shoe footbeds and sole shapes
The footbed as the foundation of cycling shoe comfort There’s a very simple rule of thumb that too many cyclists – and retailers – too often forget. If your foot is longer or wider than the footbed in your cycling...