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There’s a real science behind the kit and equipment that cyclists use these days. From new compnds of tyres, refined carbon processes to produce lighter bikes and accessories, fabric tech, and a greater physiological understanding of feet- yes feet! All of this knowledge allows brands to develop products that not only look great, but which also give you performance perfection.

We think that it’s time to dedicate a few articles to this, to give you a better understanding of it all, and to help you to make choices; especially with the costs involved in kitting yourself out these days. This new section of Pedalnorth will bring information and advice on things like fabric technology, mechanical tech, and of course your feet, so that you know what is best for you and why. Let’s get started then.

In order to develo this, we’ll be working with people from leading brands such as Megmeister, Free Flow Technologies, DS Pro Ladies Brand, ALÉ and Lake Shoes, each with their own key areas to pass on advice to you, the consumer.

We’ve put together a great team of experts, to make sure that we give you the best advice and information about the latest developments and how technology in all areas can help you to maximise your cycling. Led by our own Larisa, we’ll be bringing you a series of informative articles and reviews about all aspects of cycle tech.

Larisa Chinces

Deputy Executive Editor & Reviews Editor

David Jack

RXM CUSTOM Director & Footwear Expert

Nadezhda Pavlova

Senior Editor & Sportswear Designer

Jos Ruiterman

Megmeister SportsWear & Fabric Scientist

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Pirelli P Zero B and W workshop-min — Pirelli PZero Race TLR 28
Pirelli returned to road cycling just a few ago, going back to their heritage and using their knowledge and skills developed in a formula 1 to great effect. Now sponsoring UCI World teams at both road and mtb disciplines, their latest tyre ranges take things to a whole new level.
September 11, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Factor 3-reduced — Factor Bikes Harrogate
Factor Bikes are all about performance and technolological excellence.This young cycling brand aim high and achieve their goals, so it's no surprise that they've opened a showroom in Harrogate - the cycling centre of the UK. And, The 'Cold Bath Clubhouse' is already establishing itself as the bike place to be in town - with great coffee too!
September 2, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Nadezhda Pink Camou and bike-min — Ladies Bike Saddles Review
A bike saddle is the most personal part of your bike, and it can make all the difference in the world. That’s why getting the right saddle for road cyclists and triathletes is so important. While a good saddle is barely noticeable, the uncomfortable one will make you beyond miserable. Unless you want to make your best friend’s thigh chaff and lower parts numb, you need to find the right saddle. But what exactly does that mean?
Well, to put it simply, women-specific saddles usually have a cut-out to relieve soft tissue pressure. The use of a wider saddle helps to accommodate a woman's wider-spaced sit bones. Sit bones are the bones that make up the area in your buttocks that are the most likely to feel pressured during a ride.
July 30, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Girls Rule Shorts Nadezhda — Ladies Bike Saddles
Whether you’re viewing the rolling greens of the countryside, conquering the mountains or planning a cycle across the bustling streets, the bottom line is – your bottom is in the line. No matter what the scenery might offer, without the right saddle and perfect padding for your tush it isn’t fun and you won't be able to push as much power as possible. There’s no reason to tolerate aching muscles and pressure points when you can find a seat that goes the extra mile.
Know your body
July 23, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Steve Smales cx — A few thoughts on bikefitting
Riding a bike seems a simple process. However, it's not until we start to look at the technical aspects, that we can really begin to reap the full benefits. Steve took a reluctant trip for bike fit and came back a changed rider... with lots of bikes to change too 😉
July 9, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Nadezhda tri suit featured smaller image — Choosing a triathlon bike
There is a lot to think about in triathlon for beginners, three sports to master, the fitness levels needed to finish a race, the mental pressure and so on. However, equipment is also important, and while the right swimwear and running shoes are crucial, the biggest investment for most new to triathlon is the bike.
June 17, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Nadezhda banner black kit — How to choose a triathlon suit
For triathlon athletes, everything matters and can have a significant impact on overall performance. Not just training and mindset, but equipment too, and an important part of that is the triathlon suit itself, as it is worn throughout the entire event.
June 15, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Memeister razzle jersey — Razzle Dazzle From Megmeister
Jos Ruiterman is a textile scientist and also the director at leading sports clothing brand Megmeister. Jos shares his industry knowledge and fabric secrets with you, starting with how 'razzle dazzle' design came about.
June 6, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

David and shoe seminar — If the shoe fits
Looking after your feet as a cyclist is critical. They're attached to the bike and work hard all day.Time to take advice from footwear expert, David Jack from RXM.
June 5, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Nadezhda NRC glasses front view 2 — NRC Sunglasses
If you’re looking for a pair of cycling sunglasses it can be difficult to compare and find the best fitting ones for you. There are some considerations before buying cycling glasses: The look - No doubt cycling glasses make you look cool! 😉
June 2, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

DS Pro Dare 2 Red strapssmaller — Designed for Cycling
Look good in lycra with DS Pro, as we examine the style, design and fabric technicity of this exciting brand
May 27, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa Feedback Omnium — Feedback Omnium Trainer Review
Stuck for trainer options due to space? This well engineered trainer from Feedback combines the best aspects of rollers & fixed trainer
May 24, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

F5600FC2-6845-43A9-B1FC-A7A3F46E620B — 26 mtb wheel
Let’s take a look at wheel sizes and try to convince you to let common sense and your riding style take over, by simply choosing the wheel that suits you and not the one that marketing wants you to ride.
December 24, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Sidas and Lake 3-min — Foot Love
Watching SIDAS and Lake setting up at the Boardman Centre, it was clear that this was going to be an interesting day. True to this, a skeletal foot came out ... interesting.
June 23, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Christian at NRG framed — Lake Shoes & Christian Van Asten
Leading one of the top footwear brands in the industry, Christian values the consumer highly, and so takes time to travel all over the globe visiting shops and consumers
March 14, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Ladies Cycling Kits

May 22, 2020/in Blog Post, Bloggers, Cycle Clothing, Health and Lifestyle, Kit Reviews, Ladies Bib Shorts, Ladies Bib Tights, Ladies Cycling, Ladies Cycling Jackets, Ladies Cycling Jerseys, Lifestyle, Nadezhda Pavlova /by Pedalnorth Website

Women’s cycling kit matters, because having uncomfortable clothing, or a women’s cycling jersey that causes chaffing or doesn’t offer support, can turn an enjoyable ride into an ordeal.

Larisa Chinces Blog

May 21, 2020/in Cycle Clothing, Fitness, Health and Lifestyle, Kit Reviews, Lifestyle /by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa Chinces – Editorial Blog

A Cycling Journey

Larisa Chinces
Thoughts, articles, reviews and general
blogging from our deputy editor, Larisa

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As we develop and grow, it’s time that we had an editorial section on the website, and so here it is. Outlining a cycling journey, Larisa writes about her cycling life, reviews, articles, routes and thoughts. Settle back and chill out then, as Larisa shares her cycling with you.

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Red Chilli 1 — Red Chilli Bikes
For some time, the team here at Pedalnorth have been looking for key brands to work in partnership with to promote cycling. Our editorial team has a wealth of talented writers and athletes, many of who still compete across Europe, the USA and elsewhere. It is important for us that the brands we work closely with share our ethos of excellence and independence in cycling and in life.
September 25, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa Voom 3 min — Voom Hydration Powder
The Voom electrolyte mix aims to match what we sweat out, to replace those lost salts and to prevent cramp. A hypotonic drink with a small amount of glucose as ‘co-transport’ means faster hydration is possible when consuming both electrolytes and glucose rather than water and electrolytes or water alone. Simply drinking plain water won’t do what you need. Yes, it replaces fluid, but not the vital electrolytes.
July 28, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa Wild Cherry mtb and mountains — Magura Town and the Mountains
Magura town sits beneath the beautiful mountains, surrounded by trails in my home - Transylvania, near to the historic city of Bran. The castles neary and the forests and hills are all magical and the riding is awesome 🙂
July 12, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisas bike at Magura Peak — Magura Peak Romania MTB
Magura Peak is a wonderful mountain bike trail route in my home - Transylvania, near to the historic city of Sibiu. It takes you through magical forests and high into the mountains, with the wild and beautiful Romanian countryside surrounding you. I love exploring and riding in the hills here, and this route is a special one to share with you 🙂
June 29, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

E97FA1DD-D829-45FA-A738-1941127DA65C — Around Fertainu Peak – Romania
Take a trip with Larisa Chinces, into the beautiful forested hills and mountains in the west of Romania
June 9, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa Transgarafasan — Romania 5 Top Cycling Climbs
There are places in the world that are not only still relatively undiscovered, but that also have road cycling climbs that rank alongside any cycling climbs in the world - welcome to Romania cycling, or to be precise - it's time to be transfixed by Transylvania!
June 7, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Ale L10044019_1_COLOR-BLOCK_turchese_MD2436B-1-min — Alé Ladies Colour block winter jersey
Alé from the Italian city of Verona understand simplicity; it’s in their dna and their new winter Colour Block thermal jersey is testament to their style
March 13, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa Ale glove love — Ale Winter Cycling Gloves
Here’s the deal people: “It’s not over until it’s over!” Yes, the cold winds of winter will stay for a while yet, especially in the high passes and hill areas. Thankfully Alé make great cold weather gloves
March 12, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa Ale shoe covers 1-min — Ale Klimatik Winter Overshoes
Cycle overshoes are simple really: they need to be waterproof, strong and stretchy, with excellent fastenings that don’t come apart
March 12, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa Ale winter tights and gloves-min — Alé Klimatik Winter Bib tights
Good quality cycling gear is important to me, both for performance and for style. Transylvania requires hard cycling, especially in winter and I like to challenge myself. I also like my bib tights to fit well and yes, to show off my athleticism
March 12, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa Ale base layer and vest and bibs-min — ALÉ Ladies Thermo Cycling Vest
This ALÉ ladies cycling vest or gilet sits alongside other jerseys from their range, but is just at home on a warmer day in early spring, with the long sleeved seamless baselayer as its partner.
March 12, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Ale Lara blue girl jacket — Alé Future Nordik Ladies Jacket
The Alé Future Nordik Lady jacket is a superb winter garment, and extremely useful for other cold days in the hills.
March 12, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa Ale base layer-min — ALÉ Ladies Seamless Wool Baselayer
Base layers have become more popular. It’s not simply about keeping you warm, as the latest garments also manage moisture and have lots of other technical features.
February 9, 2020/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa Chinces Cycling Journey
My love for sport began since I was a child; I was a very energetic and my parents guided me to practice speed skating, which is not really a popular sport here in my country. I started to be really good at it and had remarkable results.
December 10, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa Chinces cyclist — Cycology Long Sleeve Jersey
Style and apparel is important to us because if we look good, we feel good. I choose to believe that some of us who are passionate about style and fashion, are a little artist ourselves which use their body as a canvas
December 4, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Pirelli Scorpion mtb Tyre
I tested 2 sets of tyres from the Pirelli Scorpion™ MTB range which were born from Pirelli's experience and know how in the world of off-road competitions.
December 3, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa in the woods 2019 — Larisa forest rides gallery
I had a great time riding the trails at Dalby and Whinlatter. Here's a few images of the trips

Larisa at Dixons Hollow at Dalby Forest — Forests and Mountains
For me, Whinlatter was like a playground. I had so much fun on the muddy and rocky trails and riding straight into puddles. The Orange Four bike made it easier for me to enjoy the trails.
October 17, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa gloves at Deer Park — Cycology Jersey Range
In the main, cycle jerseys are much of a muchness, as the saying goes. However, once you get into the detail, that’s where you discover the Cycology differences.

Larisa at Birdcage — London by Bike
We are at Liverpool Street in the City of London, deciding to rent bikes and start exploring and there is so much to see.
August 7, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

RideHard_Tour_de_Balaton_2018-day1-RIKA8217L-min — Hungary Bikecation 2018
Images from my bikecation cycling trip with fellow cycling journalists, to Lake Balaton in 2018

Larisa Ale Jersey — ALÉ Sunset Kit for summer
ALÉ Cycling is famous for its high quality Italian material and a variety of colours and prints. This spring I had the chance to review the new summer 2019 Sunset cycling kit from ALÉ
May 26, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Ladies cycling jersey — Sibiu and its Parks
This is a superb evening or morning ride around the outskirts of the historic city of Sibiu, home to Larisa, taking in the beautiful city park.

Hungary part 3 Eda Lara Robert Beer — Touring Lake Balaton Part 3
So it is our last day cycling, and I was both excited and sad at the same time. We had all become great friends during our tour, led by Tamas, with Peter and Laszlo keeping us supplied with water, coke and lots and lots of humour.
March 15, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Hungary Balaton part 2 1 — Touring Lake Balaton Part 2
Setting off from our hotel with a larger peloton, today was to be a day of twisting roads, climbing and history, as we took a long flat road towards the rising countryside
March 15, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Hungary Balaton 2018 3 — Touring Lake Balaton Part 1
Arriving at the airport, the first thing I saw was a large sign saying #helloHungary. Speaking to Tamas, this is a drive by Hungary to promote tourism, of which cycling is a key part.
March 15, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa Ride Skincare feature — Ride Skincare for Cyclists
As cycoists, our skin pays the price for our passion. We need to look after the skin as much as we look after the bike to keep our skin healthy and looking its best. After all, we're worth it!
March 14, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa Kask 400 — Kask Mojito Cycling Helmet
When a cycling helmet becomes a popular choice within our own writing team, it has to be good. The Kask Mojito is that helmet of choice for many of our riders, giving that necessary performance and style that cyclists across all genres require.
March 12, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa Pirelli small — Pirelli P Zero Road Tyre
Pirelli is dedicated to making a wide range of high quality and technologically advanced tires, to meet the needs of the modern cycling community - and they have some heritage.

Larisa Refined bibs — Refined Roadwear Ladies Pro Cycling Bibs
We all need good shorts when cycling’ it’s vital if you don’t want to be rubbing cream in for weeks on end. Yes, good shorts are as vital to cyclists as fish is to a cat! Thankfully, these shorts from Refined Roadwear are the cat’s whiskers – and that’s good!
March 6, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa Transfagarasan 2 — G4 Ladies Hipster Bib Shorts
Testing kit here in the mountains near Sibiu in Romania, means that the kit has to be good, and so when the G4 Hipster ladies kit, I was ready to ride.
March 6, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa JLVELO Tribal relaxed — JL Velo Ladies Tribal Bibs
Let’s start as we mean to go on shall we — the JLVelo kits is absolutely wonderful! Due to its colours and design, the kit definitely stands out. In simple terms, it makes me feel pretty and special - and that’s important to us ladies.
March 6, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa winter small image — G4 Ladies Denim Jacket
Cycling during autumn is like being in a fairy tale especially on a mountain-bike. In the forest, multiple colours of the leaves and trees make it really special and enjoyable to ride there. Riding in the G4 cycling kit was the piece that completed the perfect puzzle.

Larisa G4 link image bordered — G4 Ladies Hipster Jersey
As an athlete, the right kit is crucial. It has to perform well, and as a lady … it also has to look stylish too 😉 Testing kit here in the mountains near Sibiu in Romania, means that the kit has to be good

Larisa Intemporal riding 400 x 400 — G4 Intemporel Range for Ladies
I chose the Intemporel kit from G4 dimension for the summer because it’s my favourite. Its simple, elegant and has a great design and choice of colours, and it’s fitted and comfortable.
March 5, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Larisa Bikecation Romania — JL Velo Ladies Tribal Kit
JLVelo kits is absolutely wonderful! Due to its colours and design, the kit definitely stands out. In simple terms, it makes me feel pretty and special - and that’s important to us ladies.
March 4, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

Romania and the Transalpina
The Transalpina is one of the most spectacular road climbs in the Carpathian Mountains and should be on every cyclists trip to Transylvania

Larisa racing in Hungary feature image — Cycling around Lake Tisza
After the Balaton Tour in Hungary from 2 weeks ago, the organizer, Tamas Takács from ‘Ride Hard’, invited me to spend a lovely weekend at Lake Tisza. How could I say no! Flights were quickly arranged and off I set, flying via Vienna to Budapest.
January 23, 2019/by Pedalnorth Website

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ALÉ Mens Carbon Baselayer

April 2, 2020/in Base Layers, Blog Post, Cycle Clothing, Kit Reviews /by Pedalnorth Website

Putting carbon into material isn’t new, but how ALÉ have done it within their latest cycling range is, reducing aroma from the body’s hard work as you cycle along.

Alé Ladies Colour block winter jersey

March 13, 2020/in Cycle Clothing, Cycle Jerseys and Jackets, Kit Reviews, Ladies Cycling, Ladies Cycling Jerseys, Larisa Chinces, Lifestyle, Mens Cycling Jerseys /by Pedalnorth Website

Alé from the Italian city of Verona understand simplicity; it’s in their dna and their new winter Colour Block thermal jersey is testament to their style

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THE DETAIL BEHIND CYCLING KIT

Pirelli PZero Race TLR 28

Factor Bikes Harrogate

Ladies Bike Saddles Review

Ladies Bike Saddles

A few thoughts on bikefitting

Choosing a triathlon bike

How to choose a triathlon suit

Razzle Dazzle From Megmeister

If the shoe fits

NRC Sunglasses

Designed for Cycling

Feedback Omnium Trainer Review

26 mtb wheel

Foot Love

Lake Shoes & Christian Van Asten

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Larisa Chinces – Editorial Blog

Larisa Chinces

Red Chilli Bikes

Voom Hydration Powder

Magura Town and the Mountains

Magura Peak Romania MTB

Around Fertainu Peak – Romania

Romania 5 Top Cycling Climbs

Feedback Omnium Trainer Review

Alé Ladies Colour block winter jersey

Ale Winter Cycling Gloves

Ale Klimatik Winter Overshoes

Alé Klimatik Winter Bib tights

ALÉ Ladies Thermo Cycling Vest

Alé Future Nordik Ladies Jacket

ALÉ Ladies Seamless Wool Baselayer

Larisa Chinces Cycling Journey

Lake Shoes CX176

Cycology Long Sleeve Jersey

Pirelli Scorpion mtb Tyre

Larisa forest rides gallery

Forests and Mountains

Cycology Jersey Range

London by Bike

Hungary Bikecation 2018

ALÉ Sunset Kit for summer

Sibiu and its Parks

Touring Lake Balaton Part 3

Touring Lake Balaton Part 2

Touring Lake Balaton Part 1

Ride Skincare for Cyclists

Kask Mojito Cycling Helmet

Pirelli P Zero Road Tyre

Refined Roadwear Ladies Pro Cycling Bibs

G4 Ladies Hipster Bib Shorts

JL Velo Ladies Tribal Bibs

G4 Ladies Denim Jacket

G4 Ladies Hipster Jersey

G4 Intemporel Range for Ladies

Refined Roadwear Ladies Pro Jersey

JL Velo Ladies Tribal Kit

Romania and the Transalpina

Sibiu and Transgarafasan Highway

Larisa Refined Roadwear Gallery

Cycling around Lake Tisza

Larisa & Sunset

Cyclist & Athlete

Kit Reviews

Road Cyclist

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