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š„µ Staying Cool on Hot Rides
Riding in the heat will drain you faster than you think. Iāve seen people fade halfway through a session just because they didnāt prep right. A couple things that actually help:
- Hydrate before you ride. If youāre already thirsty at the track or trailhead, youāre late.
- Electrolytes > water alone. Gatorade, LMNT, even a pinch of salt in your water bottle goes a long way.
- Light gear colors. Blacked-out kits look sick, but they cook you in the sun.
- Take shade breaks. 10 minutes in the shade can reset your whole day.
- Cooling towels/vests. Sounds soft until you try itāgame changer on triple-digit days.
Donāt be the guy who overheats and has to pack it in early. Take care of your body so you can actually enjoy the ride. š¤
Whatās everyone elseās go-to trick for riding in the heat?
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š„µ Staying Cool on Hot Rides
