Ultra Cycling: Bicycle Equipment
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Equipment for Long Rides
Reliable equipment is essential for comfort and speed on ultra rides, from a century to the Race Across AMerica. The Ultra Marathon Cycling Association provides expert advice on bicycles, frames, wheels, components and clothing.

Wool clothing - Zmrhal
Not just for winter.
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Faster, lighter - Bonner
Bicycle equipment for randonnées.
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Foul weather gear - Peterson
Rain coat, rain pants and wind shirt mean comfort on a bicycle ride.
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Equipment for commuting - Bourey and Moore
Commuting by bicycle helps fitness and mental health!
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Cycling shorts - Bourey and Moore
Selecting shorts for long distance bicycle rides.
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Equipment for long rides - McNaughton and Hughes
Equipment considerations for double centuries, brevets, BMB and PBP.
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Riding in the rain - Zmrhal
Cycling in the rain during the winter and on long distance bicycle rides.
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Bike fit - Howard
Bike fit to improve power.
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Choosing an Ultra Bike - Haldeman
Bicycle selection for a double century or other long distance bicycle ride.
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Dr. Andy Pruitt on Bike Fit - Hughes
Setting up the bicycle to increase power and avoid injuries.
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From the Field - Comeau
Advice from RAAM Racers on:
Bicycle Frames
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Bicycle Wheels
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Bike Set-up for Ultra Races
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More on Ultra Equipment
Other articles on bicycles and components for ultra racing and long-distance tours.
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