Hot weather cycling: six tips to help you keep your cool

A spell of hot weather needn't stop you enjoying your riding, as long as you take some precautions to prevent over-heating and dehydration

rider sitting down having a drink
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Let's not beat around the (now brown and undernourished) bush: it's hot. The heat wave may not be around long, which is great news if you like the sun but not ideal for your cycling life if you struggle to ride in the heat.

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Richard Windsor

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Richard is digital editor of Cycling Weekly. Joining the team in 2013, Richard became editor of the website in 2014 and coordinates site content and strategy, leading the news team in coverage of the world's biggest races and working with the tech editor to deliver comprehensive buying guides, reviews, and the latest product news.


An occasional racer, Richard spends most of his time preparing for long-distance touring rides these days, or getting out to the Surrey Hills on the weekend on his Specialized Tarmac SL6 (with an obligatory pub stop of course).


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