On 03 Mar 2020, Amar Ujala reporter Naveen Kumar covered story of cycling benefits and increased use of cycle in Greater Noida West area. As interviewed many cyclists of GNWCC, most of them mentioned Fitness & Environment benefits as reason for opting cycling. GNWCC is popular club in area and working for social causes too. Also covered GNWCC celebrating #N0CarDay throughout year and many members are commuting to office by cycle for better environment and less traffic.
GNWCC always call for a fun ride every weekend and today on 2nd Feb 2020 we decided to ride to Lodhi Garden, New Delhi. it was an amazing experience and beautiful surrounding. one can plan for family outing to spend some quality time there.
I would also like to give you a brief history of Lodhi Garden.
Lodi Gardens or Lodhi Gardens is a city park situated in New Delhi, India. Spread over 90 acres (360,000 m2),it contains, Mohammed Shah’s Tomb, Tomb of Sikandar Lodi, Shisha Gumbad and Bara Gumbad,[2] architectural works of the 15th century by Lodis – who ruled parts of northern India and Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of modern-day Pakistan, from 1451 to 1526. The site is now protected by the Archaeological Survey of India .Lodi Gardens is popular for exercise and walking enthusiasts
The gardens are situated between Khan Market and Safdarjung’s Tomb on Lodhi Road and is a hot spot for morning walks for the Delhites.
Further into the gardens, are remains of a watercourse which connects the Yamuna River to Tomb of Sikandar Lodi. This tomb still has the battlements enclosing it. Nearby to Sikander’s tomb is the Athpula (“Eight Piered”) Bridge, the last of the buildings in Delhi, built during the reign of Mughal Emperor Akbar,it contains seven arches, amongst which the central one being the largest. The tomb of Mohammed Shah, the last of the Sayyid dynasty rulers, the earliest of the tombs in the garden, was built in 1444 by Ala-ud-din Alam Shah as a tribute to Mohammed Shah. The tomb is octagonal in shape, with numerous ornamental Hindu-style chhatris around the central dome, numerous arches, verandahs and sloping buttresses. There are turrets at each corner. The main tomb is supported by a 16-sided drum. It is of a flattened type and is surrounded by chhatris, which make it look diminutive compared to its substantially larger base. Several years later, the Tomb of Sikandar Lodi seems to have been copied from this Sayyid tomb.
There is little architecture from these two periods remaining in India, Lodi Gardens is an important place of preservation. The tomb of Mohammed Shah is visible from the road, and is the earliest structure in the gardens. It is a good example of a combination of the Hindu and Islamic styles of architecture. The Hindu features include eight chhatris, each of them capped by a lotus finial with a decorative band around the base; corner ornamental pinnacles (guldastas)and chhajja.
As a cyclist what you eat and drink during training should mirror what you plan to eat during a sportive.
Knowing what your body likes to consume while riding is an essential basic to learn – some can survive entirely on energy gels and drinks, whereas others can only stomach real food such as biscuits, sandwiches or fruit. This really is subjective and typically follows a process of trial and error, or at least thinking about how you usually fuel yourself to perform at your best.
Turning up to a sportive second-guessing what you can and cannot tolerate is a risk that could leave you with regrets and a long slow bike ride to the finish.
“The importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle alongside your fitness routine is key to ensuring you’re benefitting from the exercise you’re doing and the body requires a combination of all nutrients to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
There is a considerable amount of information out there to help and possibly confuse us all, but Nigel continues below to explain some of the additional details in brief:
“Our bodies are really sophisticated chemical factories and all the processors in our bodies need nutrients that give us energy and then drive those energy pathways such as fat, protein and carbohydrates. All of these are what we’d consider essential ‘micro nutrients’.
“The way I like to think of it is to try and maintain a diet that is quality over quantity. To ensure we get the right balance within the diet of riders at Team Sky and the GB team, the focus of nutrition is always on the quality of food, so we work really hard with the riders to make sure they’re eating plenty of vegetables, fruit, fish, chicken, lean meat, and carbohydrate sources. Having more wholegrain foods, such as rice, bread and pasta provides riders with vitamins, as well as carbohydrate.
“It’s a basic principle – if people keep it simple and if they eat real food, they will get all of the benefits that they put in.”
“If people try and work to a pattern of eating little and often, rather than eating their three meals a day it can be much more effective for weight loss and topping up energy sources.
“My ideal meal plan across the days is very simple and effective. Here’s an example of some simple foods to consume during a day – don’t forget to keep hydrated through all of this – my suggestion is to take in 500ml of fluid in every couple of hours when you’re not exercising.
Suggested Daily Eating Plan
- Breakfast – Porridge oats/eggs
- Mid morning snack – Fruit/Yogurt
- Lunch – Wholemeal bread sandwich/jacket potato/left over pasta from the night before
- Mid afternoon snack – a piece of fruit/pack of unsalted nuts
- Evening meal – A piece of chicken/ fish/other lean meat with Rice/Pasta/Vegetables
- Pre bedtime – A milky drink before bed
This guide will likely change depending on your activity and exercise schedule, but you can slowly increase portion size, without compromising the quality, should you become hungry through the day. It’s basically a good balanced diet, without excluding or including any specific, expensive, or unusual ingredients. Mix and match similar food types to offer variety and explore the many foods that we now have on offer.
KNOW YOUR BIKE :
Looking for a new bike? There’s probably never been a better time to buy one. In the past decade, bikes have gotten more functional, more reliable, and more fun to ride. That’s partly because the variety has bloomed from a few basic styles (e.g. road, mountain, city) to now include all manner of niches and categories-within-categories, as bike makers diversify their offerings to appeal to the many ways that people enjoy riding.
But that profusion of options presents you, eager buyer, with a challenge: How do you know which kind of bike is right for you and the riding you’ll do? Well, that’s what this guide is for. Use the handy quick-reference section up top to narrow down between broad categories, then jump down to learn about different options within those.
A Quick Guide to the Types of Bikes:
Road Bikes – Lightweight, efficient bikes with drop handlebars and narrow tires for recreational riding on pavement. Styles include race and endurance.
Road biking is a fun way to improve your fitness, meet up with new people and absorb your environs at a slower pace than possible from a speeding automobile. These bikes offer speed, agility and efficiency.
Before starting your search consider these questions:
- What style of bike do you ride now? For an overview of the various styles of bikes available,contact our Support Partner.
- What style of bikes do your friends ride and advise you to get?
- What is your budget? Road bikes range from about INR 10,000 up to INR 1,50,000 or even more. Don’t forget to budget for accessories such as bike shoes, clothing and basic repair equipment, too.
| Bike Type: | Best For: |
| Road Bikes (including racing, endurance, cyclocross, and touring bikes) | Pavement |
| Mountain Bikes (including trail, cross-country, and all-mountain bikes) | Rugged trails and gravel roads |
| Hybrid Bikes | Pavement or moderate gravel/dirt roads |
| Specialty Bikes (including cruiser, cargo, electric, and folding bikes) | Pavement |
Road Bikes :
Road bikes are good for multiple pavement uses including fitness riding, commuting, long-distance/event rides, touring and racing. They usually have lightweight drop-bar handlebars that curve downward, putting you in an aerodynamic position, making them a good choice if you want to go fast or are most concerned with efficiently transferring your energy into making the bike move forward. They also allow for a greater number of riding and hand positions than bikes with flat bars. Their more aerodynamic riding position (bent over at the waist) may put more strain on your back if you are less flexible.
Types Of Road Bikes :
Racing bikes:
These light and aerodynamic bikes are built for going fast on the flats and charging up hills on race day or during a group ride with friends. Their frames are usually made from carbon fiber or aluminum and they have a slimmed-down design that’s intended to be as light as possible. Racing bikes generally have an aggressive geometry with steep angles that make them turn quickly.
Endurance bikes:
Endurance bikes have many of the performance features of racing bikes, but with a frame geometry that puts you in a more comfortable riding position. They generally have taller head tubes, slacker (lower) angles and sloping top tubes intended to reduce stress on your back and neck. They also often feature clearance for larger width tires for versatility and a softer, more comfortable ride. Some endurance bikes have flat handlebars, for those who prefer a more heads-up riding style.
Cyclocross bikes:
Cyclocross bikes are lightweight, yet tough enough to deal with the extreme conditions of cyclocross racing (which involves riders taking laps around courses that may feature pavement, dirt trails and grass). Most cyclocross bikes have semi-knobby tires to handle the terrain challenges.
Touring Bikes:
Touring bikes have a few tweaks on the traditional road bike design that make them ideal for long-distance bike tours. They are designed with sturdy frames capable of carrying heavy loads on front and rear racks and feature multiple attachment points so you can attach racks, fenders, water bottles, pumps, lights and more. Many touring bikes have a longer wheelbase (the distance between the two wheel hubs) than other road bikes and they tend to have a lower center of gravity, which makes them easier to control. Many touring bikes also have disc brakes for improved stopping power while hauling heavy loads on non-paved surfaces.
Mountain Bikes
Designed with shock-absorbing features and better braking systems, mountain bikes can handle dirt trails and the rocks, roots, bumps and ruts that come with them. They usually feature lower gears than most road bikes to better handle steeper terrain.
Types Of Mountain Bikes :
Trail Bikes:
This is arguably the most common mountain biking style because the category isn’t grounded in any specific type of racing. If you’re interested in meeting up with friends at the local trailhead and riding a mixture of climbs and descents, then this is the style for you. Bikes in this category place equal emphasis on fun, efficiency and sensible overall weight.
Typical specs: 120–140mm of suspension travel; 67–69° head-tube angle
(Suspension travel is the amount of movement offered by the bike’s front and rear suspension. Head-tube angle is the angle that the head tube forms with the ground. A steeper head-tube angle generally indicates that a bike will turn faster and climb better. A slacker (lower) angle generally indicates that a bike will provide better stability at high speeds but won’t climb as well.)
Cross-Country Bikes:This style of riding typically implies riding fast, with an emphasis on climbing prowess. Distances vary from just a few miles to 25-plus, and bikes tend to focus on efficiency and low weight. These bikes can be great if you’re considering getting competitive or would like a racier ride for your local trails.
Typical specs: 80–100mm of suspension travel; 70–71° head-tube angle
Fat Bikes: Oversize tires, from 3.7 in. to 5+ in. wide, give these bikes excellent traction, and are optimal for riding in sand or snow. The wide tires are reassuringly forgiving as you ride over rough terrain.
All-Mountain Bikes: Think of all-mountain riding as trail riding on steroids, with bigger leg-burning climbs, longer, scarier descents and more technical features—both man-made and natural. Bikes for all-mountain riding are designed to perform well on steep descents while also being light and nimble enough to pedal uphill.
Typical specs: 140–170mm of suspension travel; 65–68° head-tube angle
Downhill/Park Mountain Bikes: Mostly ridden at lift-serviced bike parks, these bikes aren’t sold by REI. Downhill bikes are big and tough, and riders wear full-face helmets and body armor as they encounter jumps, berms, rock gardens and wooden ladders.
Typical specs: 170–200+mm of suspension travel; 63–65° head-tube angle
Hybrid Bikes
A mix of mountain, road, and touring designs, hybrid bikes mash up specific features to create do-it-all bikes with a wide range of uses. Generally, you’ll get the skinny, speedy wheels of road bikes mixed in with the quick-turning prowess of mountain bikes, plus a dash of comfort with a plush saddle or even a shock-absorbent fork. They usually combine a flat bar and a heads-up ride for comfort and a better view when riding in traffic. Some hybrid bikes are equipped with disc brakes for responsive braking while bike commuting in any weather. Many commuter-friendly models include racks, lighting systems or fenders.
No two hybrid bikes are exactly the same, so look for a bike equipped with features that make it suited to the type of riding you plan to do.
Specialty Bikes
Specialty bikes have very specific features and end uses that set them apart from other bikes we sell. Specialty bikes include cruiser bikes, cargo bikes, electric bikes and folding bikes.
Cruiser bikes: Cruiser bikes are built for leisurely rides around town. Many of them feature slightly wider 26-inch tires than other pavement bikes, a comfortable seat and a relaxed sitting position. Some cruiser bikes even have internally geared rear hubs for easy maintenance.
Cargo bikes: With stout frame designs that are built for stowing gear and carrying lots of weight, cargo bikes make it easy to run errands and transport kids. While they tend to be heavier and slower than other types of bikes, their utility makes them popular for urban cycling.
Folding bikes: These bikes can be folded up and placed in a carrying bag, which makes them handy for commuters with limited storage space at home or the office. They are lightweight yet strong and can be folded up quickly and easily. Folding bikes are also a good choice for those who want to travel with their bike.
Electric bikes: Electric bikes feature a battery-powered motor that can help you climb hills easily or make your commute less strenuous. Built-in sensors can monitor how much pressure you’re putting on the pedals and then apply battery power accordingly.
Kids’ Bikes
From bikes with training wheels to teen-sized versions of adult bikes, there are many options available for kids. The most important consideration when buying your child a bike is size. When shopping, keep in mind that children’s bikes are measured by their wheel size, not frame size. The most common wheel sizes are 16 in., 20 in. and 24 in. The right size is one where the child can comfortably get on the bike and stand with his or her feet on the ground.
It is not recommended that you buy a bike that is too large for a child and then have them “grow into it.” Doing so can set the child back in terms of riding skills and confidence. A properly sized bike will be easier for kids to handle, less dangerous and a lot more fun. And don’t forget the helmet!
Women’s Bikes
These bikes—which can be road, mountain, or hybrid bikes—feature frame geometries, handlebars and saddles that are tailored to better fit the typical female body proportion. For instance, the top tube frame lengths on women’s bikes are generally about 1 to 3 centimeters shorter than men’s bikes, so the reach (saddle to handlebar) is shorter and fits most women better. These bikes also feature shorter-reach shifters that better fit women’s hands.
Stationary Bikes
Think of a stationary bike kind of like the exercise bike at your local gym but with a design that mimics the fit and feel of your road bike. Most allow you to install your own seat and pedals and make adjustments to the geometry to create the perfect fit.
Bike Features
Once you’ve settled on a type of bike, you’ll want to consider the number of gears, wheel size, suspension, brakes, frame materials and handlebars.
Gears
If your last bike was a 10-speed, then you may be surprised to learn that today’s bikes commonly come with 18, 21, 24 or even 27 gears. When you factor in the many combinations of multiple chainrings and cogs and the numbers of teeth on them, things can get complex.
To keep it simple, the most important things to consider are your fitness level and the terrain you’ll be riding. If you’ll be riding lots of hills and you find climbing challenging, then you’ll want to opt for more gears.
If you’re a strong cyclist or you only ride flat terrain, you won’t need as many low gears to power up a hill so you can get away with fewer gears, which will keep your bike light. Some hybrid bikes have only one speed, and are aptly named single-speed bikes. These bikes have a freewheel mechanism in the rear hub that allows you to coast just like you would on a standard bike with multiple gears.
Wheel Size
700c: This is the standard size wheel found on almost every road bike and hybrid bike. Don’t worry too much about wheel size on a road bike unless you’re smaller in stature and have had trouble finding the right fit on a bike, in which case you may want to look for a bike with smaller 650c wheels.
650c: A handful of road bikes are designed for smaller 650c wheels. If you’re shorter than about 5 ft. 4 in. and have had trouble finding the right fit on a road bike with 700c wheels, you may want to try a bike with 650c wheels.
26 in.: In the not-too-distant past, all adult mountain bikes were equipped with 26 in. wheels. It still is an available wheel size, but now when you walk into a bike shop and inquire about mountain bikes, you are likely to be asked, “27.5 in. or 29 in.?”
27.5 in. (also known as 650b): Offering a middle ground between standard 26 in. wheels and 29ers, this wheel size applies a “best of both worlds” solution, more easily rolling over terrain than the 26s, but more maneuverable than 29ers.
29ers: These bikes feature 29 in. wheels that are a little slower to accelerate, but once you start moving you can conquer considerably more terrain far easier than on a bike with 26 in. wheels. They are more efficient for longer rides as they keep their momentum up and they have a higher “attack angle,” meaning the wheel rolls over trail obstacles easier. These bikes have become extremely popular for the cross-country crowd. 29ers can be found in rigid, hardtail and full-suspension rigs.
For help choosing between 27.5 in. and 29 in. wheels, see 27.5” vs. 29er: Which Mountain Bike is Right for Me?
24 in.: Many kids’ bikes have 24 in. wheels to accommodate the shorter legs of children. Most are less-expensive versions of adult bikes with simpler components. Generally speaking, these suit kids ages 10 to 13, but this depends more on the size of the child than the age. Younger/smaller children can get started on mountain bikes with 20 in. wheels.
20 in.: This wheels size is found on some BMX and folding bikes and is also common on kids’ bikes.
16 in. and 12 in.: These wheel sizes are found on bikes for young kids. 16 in. wheels are often accompanied by training wheels and 12 in. wheels are common on balance bikes for real young riders.
Bike Suspension
Full Suspension: Found exclusively on mountain bikes, full suspension incorporates a front suspension fork and rear shock to absorb the impacts of the trail. This drastically reduces the impact on the rider, increases traction, and makes for a more forgiving and enjoyable ride.
Front Suspension: Bikes with front suspension generally fall into either the mountain bike or hybrid bike categories. The front suspension fork helps absorb impacts on the front wheel to smooth out the ride, whether you’re on a rocky trail or a rough city street. Bikes with only front suspension are typically less expensive than full-suspension bikes and have fewer moving parts (which often translates into less maintenance).
No Suspension: Most road bikes and many hybrid bikes do not include any suspension at all. Suspension forks and rear shocks add weight and can make pedaling less efficient, so most people who ride on bike paths and paved streets will forego it. A handful of mountain bikes don’t include suspension either and are appropriately called “rigid bikes.” Rigid bikes are easier to maintain and usually less expensive, but most mountain bikers prefer bikes with suspension for greater comfort.
Brake Type
Rim Brakes: Many road bikes come equipped with rim brakes. Rim brakes feature pads that grip onto the wheel rims.
- Advantages compared to disc brakes: Economical; easy to observe brake pad wear; easy to replace worn pads.
- Disadvantages compared to disc brakes: Gradually wear out the wheel rim, requiring the wheel to be replaced; less stopping power; less effective in wet or muddy conditions; require more finger effort on the levers to brake aggressively.
Disc Brakes: These feature brake pads that grip onto a brake rotor mounted to the wheel hub. Disc brakes come in two versions:
- Hydraulic disc brakes offer more progressive and stronger braking with less finger effort, and they self-adjust for brake pad wear.
- Mechanical disc brakes need manual adjusting as the pads wear.
When you compare disc brakes to rim brakes there are several clear advantages and disadvantages:
- Advantages compared to rim brakes: More consistent braking in all conditions; much cheaper to replace a worn rotor than a whole wheel; superior performance in steep and wet terrain; less finger strain.
- Disadvantages compared to rim brakes: More difficult to inspect pad wear and replace pads. Hydraulic brakes are more expensive to service.
Coaster Brakes: These brakes are often found on kids’ bikes, BMX bikes and some cruiser bikes. The brake mechanism is located in the rear hub and is activated by turning the pedals backwards. “Coaster” indicates that you can coast without the pedals turning.
- Advantages: Work well in any weather; typically require less maintenance than other brake styles; good for people with limited hand strength, such as kids.
- Disadvantages: Not compatible with bikes with rear derailleurs; prone to causing skids; can be awkward to get started pedaling because you can’t rotate the pedals backward into a starting position.
Drum Brakes: Drum brakes are integrated into the wheel hubs and are activated by levers on the handlebar. They’re typically found on cruiser bikes.
- Advantages: Weather resistant; generally require very little maintenance.
- Disadvantages: If a drum wears out, the hub and often the wheel need to be replaced; tend to be heavier than other brake styles.
Bike Frame Materials
The majority of bikes are made from aluminum; however, steel and carbon fiber are also common. Each material has pros and cons, so you need to weigh your priorities when deciding.
Aluminum is light, strong, stiff and affordable. It can sometimes be described as feeling harsh on rough roads, but newer construction techniques have helped improve shock absorption.
Steel is heavier than aluminum, but its strength and amount of flex offer a comfortable, smooth ride.
Carbon fiber is lighter than aluminum and stronger than steel, but it’s more expensive than both, making it a popular choice for high-end bikes. Some bikes feature carbon fiber forks and/or seat posts rather than a frame made entirely of carbon in order to keep the price down but still provide some of the benefits of the light, strong material.
Handlebar Shape
When looking at a bike, compare the level of the seat and the handlebars. Generally speaking, the farther the seat is below the handlebars, the more comfortable the ride. Most hybrid bikes are set up this way. Seats that are higher than the handlebars, on the other hand, will allow you to ride in a more aerodynamic position and apply more power to the pedals. This lets you go faster, but it may not be as comfortable.
There are 5 basic styles of handlebars on bikes available at REI:
Drop bar: Found on most road bikes, drop-bar handlebars are lightweight and aerodynamic, making them the preferred choice if you want to go fast. They also allow several riding and hand positions. They’re downside is that they put you in a lower, more hunched over position that may put more strain on your back.
Flat bar: These bars are typically found on hybrid bikes and on some road and mountain bikes. They are heavier than drop-bar handlebars, but they let you sit up in a more relaxed position so you can better see the road and potential hazards. This upright position reduces strain on your hands, wrists and shoulders.
Riser bar: Commonly found on mountain bikes, riser bars extend slightly upward and back toward the rider. They allow you to sit more upright and farther back for excellent vision of the trail ahead and good control while steering the bike.
Moustache bar: These bars look similar to drop bars, only with very little drop. They give you a variety of hand positions while allowing you to sit more upright than with drop bars. Moustache bars are found on some road bikes and hybrid bikes.
BMX bar: These handlebars are designed to be strong and durable to handle the abuse of bike tricks.
Get the Right Bike Fit for You
No matter what type of bike you choose, make sure it fits you. Bikes are sold in a variety of frame sizes, so this is a good starting point. Many manufacturers have size charts that list a height range for each bike size.
A test ride is a great way to discover what the best bike is for you. Most REI stores provide an area for customers to do this, usually in a little-used area of the parking lot. REI-flagship stores in Seattle, Denver, and Bloomington (Minn.) even offer onsite mountain-bike test trails.
First 50+KM ride of the year 2020(11th Jan 2020)
The benefits of cycling are almost as endless as the country lanes you could soon be exploring. If you’re considering taking up cycling, and weighing it up against other potential activities, then we’re here to tell you that cycling is hands down the best option.
Admittedly, we’re biased – but there are an awful lot of good reasons to choose bike riding as your newest pass time. Here are just a few…
- Cycling improves mental well-being.
- Cycling makes you happy.
- Cycling promotes weight loss.
- Cycling builds muscle.
- Enjoy second breakfasts.
- Better lung health.
- Cuts heart disease and cancer risk.
- Cycling is low impact.
Cycling promotes weight loss:
The simple equation, when it comes to weight loss, is ‘calories out must exceed calories in’. So you need to burn more calories than you consume to lose weight. Cycling burns calories: between 400 and 1000 an hour, depending on intensity and rider weight.
Of course, there are other factors: the make-up of the calories you consume affects the frequency of your refueling, as does the quality of your sleep and of course the amount of time you spend burning calories will be influenced by how much you enjoy your chosen activity.
Assuming you enjoy cycling, you’ll be burning calories. And if you eat well, you should lose weight.
Even committed cyclists are sometimes worry about getting on their bicycles in winter,biting winds can chill a rider’s enthusiasm to suit up and get outside. Yet once people get on their bikes in winter, they often find it less intimidating than they’d anticipated. Today Team GNWCC participated in ride organised in the name of I❤️NOIDA. although it was a cyclothon not a race but I realized in this ride that why do we call “specially-abled” to those who live the same challenging life like us despite of being physically alike.
Due to some sudden malfunction of pedal I was riding more like with a single pedal today and it made me understand that how much courage is needed for a “specially-abled” person. It was an awesome experience ridding with the fellow riders in the streets of Noida with marshals. I thank to the organizers for such an event which brings us together to form a healthy cycling community.
Challenge yourself to get on your bike or spin bike this January and ride to fight for 16 Years Old Abhya Yadav. He Needs Your Help to Fight Blood Cancer.
Register now
The concept is simple…
You set yourself a personal ride target to pedal in January and log your kilometres throughout the month to achieve your goal, tracking your progress online through your personal challenge page.
All ages. All fitness levels. Any location across India.
Your goal could be 500km, 700km or 1,000km. There’s no maximum limit. It’s your challenge, ride it your way.
All you need to do is log your kilometres throughout January via our FREE GNWCC Group Strava app, Strava your own personal GPS device or manually through your challenge page.
Here’s how it works…
1. REGISTER AND SET YOUR TARGET
Register now for INR 450 and set yourself a target of kilometres to ride for the month of October as your personal cycling challenge to fight kids’ cancer.
Your target could be to 500km, 700km or 1,000km, the main thing is to challenge yourself, have some fun and achieve your personal fitness goals.
2. SPREAD THE WORD
Spread the word to your friends and family and tell everyone about your challenge to fight cancer!
Ask them to support you by making a donation through your challenge page and fundraise to support childhood cancer research and save little lives.
Raise 5000 and you’ll receive a FREE 2020 Great Cycle Challenge jersey to wear throughout your challenge.
For fundraising tips and ideas, click here.
3. START YOUR CHALLENGE
Start your challenge on Januaryr 1 2020 with thousands of riders across the country. You can ride to work during the week, go for longer rides on the weekend or take on your own personal cycling challenge for a week or a month – it’s up to you!
Note: You don’t have to ride for the entire month (i.e. you might be away on holidays for a week). Just set yourself a realistic goal and ride to achieve it within the month of January.
For rules of the challenge, click here.
4. RECORD YOUR RIDES
Record your rides and log your kilometres throughout the month for every ride you complete for your challenge. You can log your kilometres in the following ways:
The Strava app
The app is available on iPhone and Android.
Connect to Strava
If you already use Strava (Greater Noida West Cycling Club) then you can simply connect your account to take part in the challenge.
- Strava: To sync your Strava profile, Join the Greater Noida West Cycling Club on STRAVA.
5. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS
Once registered, you will receive your own challenge page from which you can track your progress throughout the challenge! Your page will display each of your rides, the total kilometres you’ve ridden and your progress toward your target.
What are you waiting for? Register now for the 2020 Great Cycle Challenge today!
“You will never know your limit unless you push yourself to them.” Riding a bicycle has become very popular these days. When one of my friend planned India Gate Bicycle Ride and I was super excited although it was my second ride to INDIA GATE but after an year. I had butterflies in my stomach thinking about the distance (70 Kms) which was really limit testing for me.
But as it is said “Where there is a will there is a way”. With all the apprehensions going in my mind my friends and me started the ride from Trident Embassy (My Society in Greater Noida West). The support of fellow riders filled me with confidence and the pleasant weather gave the needed start . It was an awesome experience though challenging. Though it seemed at a point that it is really tough but I did it. The feeling is everlasting and It was exhilarating. From my ride it has not ended, it has just begun with more strong relationship and hope.
Cycling is possibly the greatest and most pleasurable form of transport ever invented. Its like walking only with one-tenth of the effort. Ride through a city and you can understand its geography in a way that no motorist, contained by one-way signs and traffic jams, will ever be able to. You can whiz from one side to the other in minutes. You can overtake £250,000 sports cars that are going nowhere fast. You can park pretty much anywhere. It truly is one of the greatest feelings of freedom once can have in a metropolitan environment. It’s amazing you can feel this free in a modern city.