When racing or taking the bicycle for an extended ride, one needs protection. It’s not just about which protective gear you wear, but also the kind of product you smear on sensitive body areas. This is what’s called chamois cream.

It’s something with a thick consistency to help in reducing friction effectively. It’s specifically applied in areas susceptible to chaffing and ending up with saddle sores. Hot spots can result in continuous rubbing of the skin, either against another part of your body or the saddle. This can lead to painful sores eventually.

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04 April 2012 in Racing 0 Comments

Embrocation, which may also be referred to as liniment, is a type of product that is used directly on the skin and serves many purposes. Primarily it is used for medicinal reasons. The formula is available in paste, cream, ointment, gel and powder forms.

Arthritis and sore muscles often cause pain and stiffness of the muscles and body. Liniment is believed to relieve these issues. Many athletes, specifically cyclists and runner, have adopted this treatment. It is even applied to horses as a technique for regulating overall body temperature.

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04 April 2012 in Racing 0 Comments

Serious riders have at one time or another heard of embrocation cream. Of course to use it one has to know exactly what it is first. This is everything you need to know about it.

The story goes that this type of ointment was created in Belgium by a professional rider there to withstand those harsh winters. This ointment is usually rubbed on the legs to keep them warm. This is a result of increased blood flow to those extremities. Usually used in winter there are many cyclists who now use it all year round.

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04 April 2012 in Racing 0 Comments

Owning a racehorse is a big financial commitment even if you are part of a syndicate. And in order to get the best return on this investment, you need to make sure your horse is trained by the perfect trainer for you.

Whether you invest in a yearling, or a two-year-old, here are a number of questions you should ask when choosing the right trainer for you:

What facilities do you have access to for training racehorses?

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04 April 2012 in Racing 0 Comments

There are a lot of bike helmets on the market. Which one is right for you? Let’s take a look at one of the most recommended helmets below.

Introducing the Shoei RF 1100

Shoei has made another helmet that’s fantastic. They previously had an RF 1000 model that sold very well. But now they have improved that and made it into the 1100. And it comes with important changes and upgrades. I feel that they have really nailed it on the balance between comfort & safety.

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04 April 2012 in Racing 0 Comments