There are so many benefits to riding SOLO, you can go at your own pace, ride any time you like, ride wherever you want to and escape the stresses and strains of a busy life. We’re here to share some tips and tricks, so that when you decide to head out on the bike on your own, you can go with confidence!
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32 Comments
What are your tips for riding solo? Share them with us 👇
Get a tubeless tire…all problem solved.
Always solo.
Didn't watch more thn a few minutes. This is not up to usual GCN standards guys…..ie what difference does it make if we're solo or in a group in deciding what to wear? The weather will not be different for individuals or groups.
Why no first aid kit???
I mostly ride solo and my top priority is a good audiobook to listen to, it's also what makes me want to ride. and yeah, I definitely hear everything around me with earphones, plus try to avoid roads and prefer bike tracks (On my mountainbike or more recently trekking bike)
And check the workings of your on-the-bike pump while you are still home with access to your floor pump. Nothing worse than flatting and then finding out your pump has dried out seal rings and won't push air any more (mine dried out in no-humidity Colorado).
I've gone for a ride this weekend, in a hard route, at least for me. For no reason I felt really tiered, and almost lost my consciousness. What was the problem?
When on rural roads especially, always be aware of any traffic coming from behind, either by listening out and peeking over your shoulder or get a mirror on your handle bars, and then be aware of the overtaking vehicles position and speed. If I see/hear a car coming from behind and there is also one coming against me on a narrow road I tent to pull out a bit to prevent the overtaking car from trying to squeeze past me and then pull in to let them past once the oncoming car is past.
In recent years I am also hyper aware when riding in certain areas (I cycle in Ireland mostly near Dublin) of the potential threat from hooligans tipping me into the ditch when they are passing. There have been quite a few instances of this in recent years on cyclists riding solo in remote locations, so I always spot the overtaking car and if it looks like a bunch of young lads in the car I will eyeball them until they pass. Having your bike/phone stolen is also a risk of riding alone in remote locations and potential thieves are less likely to choose you as a victim if you look like you've already spotted them as it can give you enough time to catch them with a video call. I also feel a lot safer riding very early in the morning as I suspect these kind of idios are not early risers.
Tip #1 take that stupid red thing off your head
I’ve been biking in 100 degree weather because I live in the desert, so the rain jacket made me laugh haha
One thing I like about riding solo is I can stop when I want for pictures 📸
I always take money with me when I ride alone. It can be useful for the following things, among other things: buying a coke or 🍫during a sugar dip, paying for transport 🚕 in the event of a breakdown and you cannot reach your family or friend, paying a drink to someone who was kind enough to help you in the event of a breakdown, maybe you will meet someone during your ride with whom you can have a drink on a terrace after the ride 🥰 , …
6 P's…Proper Planning and Preparation Prevents Poor Performance
Yes, I've been riding solo for ages, most of the time. I love it.
I'm more comfortable and gaining more confidence going solo. No hassle and you can just take off anytime you want no problem with my own pacing. But you must carry the essential tools and repair kit, phone, money, raincoat and don't forget front and rear lights to be visible at all times. The more you do the more you get used to it. Very enjoying.
I struggle with solo riding but I also don’t have a group to ride with so solo is my best bet. Just can’t seem to get myself out there on my own. Having a mental breakdown
Cuanto pesa la bicicleta
I get dropped on solo rides.
I still don’t understand black cycling wear, I want to be seen not stylish
I always tell my wife my route so they know where to look should something go wrong.
Works great, no issues. Fills and empties easily.
An old unused Smart Mobile with your app of choice is the best and cheapest bike computer.
prior planning and preperation prevents piss poor performance. .
I like to ride solo I don’t think I’m ready for a group ride just yet
When riding alone don't wear all black as the GCN riders do and have a good flashing rear light, be seen and be safe.
Most of those tips applied to any ride not just solo rides. But i agree solo riding is so much more enjoyable than riding in a group…or at least safer.
That bicycle is just beautiful
Nice tips! thank you for all these tips!!
“Piss poor presentation”
Lights??
I only solo ride lol
FANTASTIC!!! – Don't think about it anymore, just buy it.