Bicycle Carrier
BICYCLE CARRIER A bicycle carrier is a rack system that attaches to a car, allowing one or more bicycles to be transported. There are three main types: roof carriers, rear/towbar carriers, and trun
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Bicycle on the Bus
BICYCLE ON THE BUS In Turkey, long-distance bus companies generally do not allow bicycles on board. However, folded bicycles may be carried on some lines. Policies vary by company, so it is best to
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Bikepacking
BIKEPACKING Bikepacking is new generation bicycle touring based on the principle of minimal cargo (camping gear). Cargo is carried in original bags that can be attached to the frame instead of r
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Bisiklopedi
BİSİKLOPEDİ Bisiklopedi (from "bisiklet" + "ansiklopedi", meaning "bicycle encyclopedia") is an independent online bicycle resource and community platform in Turkish. It provides comprehensive info
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BMX
BMX BMX stands for Bicycle Motocross. It originated in California in the late 1960s and early 1970s, when young riders began racing on dirt tracks inspired by motocross racing. BMX bicycles are sma
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME Carpal tunnel syndrome is the compression of the nerve going to the hand as it passes through the wrist. It manifests as numbness, tingling, and pain in the hands and fingers
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Carrying the Bicycle
CARRYING THE BICYCLE There are times when you need to pick up and carry your bicycle: going up stairs, crossing obstacles on tour, passing through a muddy road. Knowing the right technique for carr
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Children’s Balance Bike
CHILDREN’S BALANCE BIKE A balance bike is a training bicycle that helps children learn to balance and steer. It has no pedals and no drivetrain. Children move the bike by pushing off the ground with
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Children’s Bicycle
CHILDREN’S BICYCLE Children’s bicycles are categorized primarily by wheel size (e.g., 12", 16", 20", 24") rather than frame size. They are designed with geometry and components suited for young rider
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Day Tour Equipment List
DAY TOUR EQUIPMENT LIST The equipment needed for a single-day bicycle tour is as follows: On the Bicycle Repair kit Pump Water bottle (at least one 750ml bottle per 2 hours of
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Frame Crack
FRAME CRACK A crack in a bicycle frame is a serious safety concern. Frames should be regularly inspected around the bottom bracket, headtube, and joints for any signs of fatigue cracks. While some
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Lock
LOCK A bicycle lock is essential for securing your bike in public places. There are various types, including U-locks (D-locks), chain locks, cable locks, and folding locks. U-locks are generally co
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Navigation in Nature
NAVIGATION IN NATURE Finding your way is an essential skill for bicycle tourers riding in remote areas. Modern GPS devices have made navigation much easier, but traditional map and compass skills rem
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Recumbent Bicycle
RECUMBENT BICYCLE This is a bicycle design that can be ridden in a supine reclining position. This ergonomic feature is the primary reason for preference. The rider’s weight is distributed over a w
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Saddle Sore
SADDLE SORE Saddle sore is a broad term for skin lesions, chafing, and pressure sores in the area that contacts the saddle, caused by the prolonged friction and pressure of cycling. It is one of th
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Snakes
SNAKES During bicycle tours in nature, at rest stops, and at campsites, encounters with snakes are common. However, the probability of encountering a venomous snake is generally very low. Venomous
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Suspension
SUSPENSION Suspension systems on bicycles are designed to absorb bumps and vibrations, providing better traction and reducing rider fatigue. Mountain bikes often feature front suspension (fork) and
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Sustainable Transportation
SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORTATION Sustainable transportation is a transport model that supports environmental, social, and economic sustainability. It aims to minimize negative impacts such as air polluti
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Tandem Bicycle
TANDEM BICYCLE A tandem bicycle is a bicycle designed for two riders to pedal simultaneously. The rider at the front is called the pilot or captain, and the rider at the back is called the stoker.
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Time Trial Bicycle
TIME TRIAL BICYCLE A time trial (TT) bicycle is a specialized road bicycle designed purely for aerodynamic efficiency and speed when riding solo against the clock. It is used in time trial stages o
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Track Racing
TRACK RACING Track cycling is a form of bicycle racing held on a specially built banked track (velodrome). Track bicycles are simpler than road bikes: they have no gears, no brakes, and a fixed rea
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Trials Bicycle
TRIALS BICYCLE Trials bicycles are show bicycles. Therefore, they are lightweight, and their balance ability and responsive features are also high. A powerful braking system is extremely important
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Triathlon Bicycle
TRIATHLON BICYCLE Triathlon bicycles (also known as TT or Time Trial bikes) are designed for speed and aerodynamic efficiency. Unlike standard road bikes, they feature a steeper seat tube angle, wh
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Turkish Cycling Federation
TURKISH CYCLING FEDERATION The history of cycling in Türkiye dates back to the late 19th century, to the Ottoman Empire. The establishment of the bicycle federation is in the same year as the Repub
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