Today, I'm talking about how to get through the winter season, compartmentalization, goal setting, enjoying the process, being flexible and how to try and avoid a "groundhogs day" situation. I also share with you some of my favorite riding kit and gear I take with me while I'm out on the bike.
This is the final episode for Season 1 of the Not Last Podcast, I am going to take the next week to get everything setup and outlined for Season 2. I'll be bringing in new guests to chat with, along with some new and exciting content for me to create and you to enjoy. Thanks to everyone who has tuned in and helped spread the word about my little project. I'm having a lot of fun making it and I hope you're enjoying tuning in.
Recap of the kit I talked about in this episode
Le Petit Velo is the best cycling kit I've ever worn, check them out, it's a small company that really does it right. Use code "Andrew" at checkout for 15% off your order.
Rapha really nice kit, but also really expensive, their rain jacket though is my favorite, well worth it when they have a sale.
Roadid - I don't mention this in the episode but it's an essential piece of kit I have on me at all times. We never plan for accidents to happen, but this thing has literally saved my life a couple of times.
100% sunglasses- big lenses, interchangeable, lightweight and well made
Other bits of kit I use on the bike:
Small bar bag for extra food/clothing
Frame pump - the full size one, you'll never regret it, I promise you. my favorite one is made by Silca
Flat kit - for tube or tubeless systems
Tire lever - Pedros
Toe strap - you'd be amazed by the amount of things you can do with a toe strap.
Small multi tool - something just enough to get yourself home/ minor adjustments.
Zip ties - just a few
gorilla tape - wrapped around your frame pump (oh the possibilities...)
Pocket knife - tiny swiss army knife
2XL yellow dish gloves - you'll thank me later
Emergency space blanket - I've been on the side of the road with everything from a broken shoulder to a flat tire in the winter when hypothermia can set in, or if not for yourself for your riding partner if something goes wrong. I promise you'll find a very good use for it if you need help on the side of the road.
******** NOTE****** ALL of this can fit into a medium sized tool roll or saddle bag, if you don't believe me, I'll send you photos of my setup. You too can have the Mary Poppins of roadside assistance and nobody has to know but you'll have the piece of mind that you can fix almost anything while out riding. If you have questions on any of this, don't hesitate to reach out.
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