<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Circa Cycling]]></title><description><![CDATA[cycling. from sport into a lifestyle]]></description><link>https://circacycling.wixsite.com/website/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2026 06:47:34 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://circacycling.wixsite.com/website/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[The one thing bike shops don't tell you after buying a bike]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you're looking to become a serious cyclist (long weekend rides + "quick" weekday rides), get a bike fit. You're probably asking, what...]]></description><link>https://circacycling.wixsite.com/website/post/the-one-thing-bike-shops-don-t-tell-you-after-buying-a-bike</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65678a5d2d311b712cd4a3f3</guid><pubDate>Thu, 27 May 2021 15:00:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5c8da1_1cc3a8f7d20b45788b775f0d7ee4fc6a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carolin C</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[My Embarrassing Clipless Moment]]></title><description><![CDATA[The moment you fully commit to swapping out flat pedals to clipless (read more about why it's called "clipless") is one you’ll remember....]]></description><link>https://circacycling.wixsite.com/website/post/my-embarrassing-clipless-moment</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65678a5d2d311b712cd4a3ee</guid><pubDate>Thu, 15 Apr 2021 15:26:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5c8da1_b9000d9fa643433d995c81db00b68cce~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carolin C</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[5 Things to Have in Your Bike Repair Kit]]></title><description><![CDATA[You've purchased a helmet, what next? Check out the 5 repair kit necessities to get you going and feeling prepared on the road. ]]></description><link>https://circacycling.wixsite.com/website/post/5-bike-repair-kit-items</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65678a5d2d311b712cd4a3f8</guid><category><![CDATA[tips]]></category><category><![CDATA[safety]]></category><pubDate>Thu, 25 Mar 2021 02:22:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5c8da1_fd4dc2092391437a92183751bc968eb3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_821,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carolin C</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Part 2: How to dress warmly in the San Francisco/Bay Area (lower body)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Keep your lower body warm with these cycling items.]]></description><link>https://circacycling.wixsite.com/website/post/part-2-how-to-dress-warmly-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area-lower-body</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65678a5d2d311b712cd4a3f5</guid><category><![CDATA[tips]]></category><category><![CDATA[clothes]]></category><category><![CDATA[bibs]]></category><category><![CDATA[comfort]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2021 16:00:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5c8da1_c0c9c27b23504a8ea51604e5f6bfb636~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_930,h_928,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carolin C</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Part 1: How to dress warmly in the San Francisco/Bay Area winter (starting from the top)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here are some cycling clothes to consider when you're dressing warmly in the winter in San Francisco. ]]></description><link>https://circacycling.wixsite.com/website/post/part-1-how-to-dress-warmly-in-the-san-francisco-bay-area-winter-starting-from-the-top</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65678a5d2d311b712cd4a3fd</guid><category><![CDATA[tips]]></category><category><![CDATA[clothes]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2021 03:28:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5c8da1_1e840e727ad94790b04ecac84d4e5070~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_962,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carolin C</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Do I need to bring a bike lock on group rides? ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Where I live, bike theft is a common place, sadly. My bike is my pride and joy so I make sure I have my eyes (my friend’s eyes) or carry...]]></description><link>https://circacycling.wixsite.com/website/post/do-i-need-to-bring-a-bike-lock-with-me</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65678a5d2d311b712cd4a401</guid><category><![CDATA[tips]]></category><category><![CDATA[safety]]></category><category><![CDATA[bike lock]]></category><category><![CDATA[pitstops]]></category><pubDate>Tue, 08 Dec 2020 01:45:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5c8da1_3f5b8143b2b54cb0bff4a8b94d7c62ef~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_300,h_269,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carolin C</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Part 2: Some initially strange things to expect when owning cycling shorts (FAQ)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Part 2 of this blog (here's part 1) lends itself to possible questions that can arise before, during, and after owning a pair. I wanted...]]></description><link>https://circacycling.wixsite.com/website/post/part-2-some-initially-strange-things-expect-when-owning-cycling-shorts-faq</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65678a5d2d311b712cd4a3f2</guid><pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2020 19:29:33 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>Carolin C</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sale Season! Reputable websites to stock up on all things cycling]]></title><description><![CDATA[Let's be real, as your mileage increases, so does your cycling gear. Here are 8 websites to help you find what you are looking for.]]></description><link>https://circacycling.wixsite.com/website/post/black-friday-is-near-8-reputable-websites-to-stock-up-on-all-things-cycling</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65678a5d2d311b712cd4a3f7</guid><category><![CDATA[tips]]></category><category><![CDATA[clothes]]></category><category><![CDATA[jerseys]]></category><category><![CDATA[bibs]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 23 Nov 2020 16:00:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_5ed15edb772449c39ef901049f54dce3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carolin C</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Part 1: Why it’s worth it to invest in cycling shorts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cycling specific clothes (shorts with padding and jerseys with pockets in the back) can at first look odd and uncomfortable but the...]]></description><link>https://circacycling.wixsite.com/website/post/why-it-s-worth-it-to-invest-in-cycling-shorts</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65678a5d2d311b712cd4a3fb</guid><category><![CDATA[clothes]]></category><category><![CDATA[bibs]]></category><category><![CDATA[comfort]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2020 17:06:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5c8da1_bea506c4ba40447894b844c6009f26d2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_533,h_355,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carolin C</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 tips for cycling at night (applicable for daytime too!)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Before you go out riding, consider the 3 tips below so you can be safer and noticeable on the road.]]></description><link>https://circacycling.wixsite.com/website/post/3-tips-for-cycling-at-night-applicable-for-daytime-too</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65678a5d2d311b712cd4a3fc</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Nov 2020 17:01:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/5c8da1_09aac8c415654a76bc6e51b83d6d3df6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_696,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carolin C</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 things to know when you start cycling]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cycling to me came out of the pure desire to venture out of the city while getting some fitness in. Little did I know, it opened me up to...]]></description><link>https://circacycling.wixsite.com/website/post/3-things-to-know-when-you-start-cycling</link><guid isPermaLink="false">65678a5d2d311b712cd4a3ef</guid><category><![CDATA[tips]]></category><category><![CDATA[safety]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2020 14:50:57 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_3064745156506562723051~mv2_d_4592_2616_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Carolin C</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>