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A passion, the one of the bicycle world, that explodes in summer: the days are longer, the temperatures rise and the roads are filled with cyclists. A) Yes, summer becomes synonymous with long bike trips. And so that neither the heat nor the humidity stop us, it is enough to apply some simple tips.
With regard to the most appropriate wardrobe, with its experience of more than half a century making technical cycling clothesSantini presents light and breathable men's and women's garments that respect four promises: fit, performance, comfort and durability.
Santini has asked his ambassador Alessandro Vanotti, exprofesional with 19 great competitions behind his back, that reveals the tricks to train correctly: «We must pay attention to three key factors: water, food and clothing», suggests the ex-cyclist of Bergamo.
First, a proper hydration and nutrition are key to having enough energy to take advantage of the bike.
In summer, it is essential hydrate often even when there is no physical activity. During bike trips, Alessandro recommends drinking small sips frequently to ensure the correct replacement of water to our body.
It is also important keep some delicate areas of the body moist and coolas head, face and wrists. «It is not necessary to get your head too wet while pedaling -says Alessandro- but refresh it slightly when we make a stop.
Moisten the wrists It's a trick that also works: I used to do it in the Tour de France, in mid-July to 40 degrees! "
Regarding hydration, Ambassador Santini advises dilute mineral salts in the water bottle (by the way, just a bottle for a training start), instead of diluting them in a single glass of water.
When it comes to food, it's useful complete daily needs with food that, in addition to sitting well, are compatible with physical effort, such as seasonal fruits and vegetables, nuts, red fruits (currants, in particular, have important properties).
Another advice from Alessandro refers to the more hours to train: the ideal is to go out by bicycle in the morning, about the 8-8: 30 hours. If you choose routes with long climbs, better if they include shadow zones, and much better if the shade is provided by trees.
The choice of costumes -remember Alessandro Vanotti- is fundamental: "When the temperature and humidity level rise, you have to choose lightweight and highly breathable garments, like the Santini Tono 2.0 jersey which, thanks to its microgrid structure, is ideal for summer".
During physical effort it is essential not to underestimate the details. Keep skin dry is basic to optimize performance - Alessandro continues.
It is very important keep body temperature constant to avoid oscillations that may compromise the best performance on the saddle. This is obtained by facilitating the evaporation of sweat with a consequent better management of liquids and the elimination of toxins. The Tone 2.0 jersey satisfies this need and it has been designed precisely to achieve this goal ».
And for women, Santini proposes the Queen 2.0 jersey, matching Legend shorts, high performance, fresh and with a super feminine appearance.
The Tone 2.0 kit is available in gray or yellow fluorine versions with nautical blue base, and red with black base.
The Queen 2.0 jersey is made in three different colors: violet, water blue and orange, and has fine lines on the front that create a degraded effect of color, from the lightest in the lower part, to the darker in the part top of the jersey. In the back, the section of the microgrid has colored diamonds.
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