Drinks breaks aren't a sign of weakness. By the time you feel thirsty, your concentration has often already dropped. If you drink regularly in the heat, you stay more alert and ride more safely.
Drinking properly in the heat
- Regularly: Have something to drink at every break, even if you're not thirsty.
- Carry water: A bottle in the tank bag or a hydration pack.
- Start beforehand: Drink enough before the ride too.
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