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The Near-Cation Gravel Grind: How to Plan an Epic Local Group Adventure

The Near-Cation Gravel Grind: How to Plan an Epic Local Group Adventure

The cycling calendar often revolves around grand plans: the sunny escapades to Mallorca, the epic mountain passes of the Alps or that multi-day tour that required weeks of dedicated planning. But w...

The Invisible Crew: How Support, Encouragement, and Friendship Fuel Our KMs

The Invisible Crew: How Support, Encouragement, and Friendship Fuel Our KMs

Ultimately, the power of the Invisible Crew is the acknowledgment that cycling is not just about physical strength; it's about the strength of connection. 

From Pavement to Pour-Over: The Culture of the Cycling Coffee Break

From Pavement to Pour-Over: The Culture of the Cycling Coffee Break

At VeloFlamingo, we believe cycling is about culture, community and those small, perfect moments, and few moments are more perfect than the one shared over a flat white!

The Great Divide: Why Cycling Pain Is Not Gender-Neutral

The Great Divide: Why Cycling Pain Is Not Gender-Neutral

For every woman who has ever ended a beautiful ride with debilitating saddle pain, a nagging stiff neck or a frustratingly tight kit, this is for you.

Beat the Heat: Essential Tips for Comfortable Summer Cycling

Beat the Heat: Essential Tips for Comfortable Summer Cycling

Summer in Ireland, and indeed across Europe, beckons us outdoors.  For us at VeloFlamingo, nothing beats the feeling of the sun on our skin and the wind in our hair as we pedal through scenic route...

The Art of Layering : Adapting to Changing Conditions on Two Wheels

The Art of Layering : Adapting to Changing Conditions on Two Wheels

Alright - let's talk summer cycling. You might be picturing glorious sunshine, a gentle breeze and the simplest kit imaginable – just a jersey and shorts, right?  While those days are pure bliss, t...

Conquer the Sportive: Your Ultimate Guide to Event Day Success and Beyond!

Conquer the Sportive: Your Ultimate Guide to Event Day Success and Beyond!

The air is buzzing with anticipation.  The days are longer, the sun a welcome presence and the cycling season is well and truly upon us!  For many, this means one thing: sportive season has officia...

Say goodbye to saddle sores for good

Say goodbye to saddle sores for good

Let's be honest, we share a love for the invigorating feeling of wind against our skin, the satisfying burn in our muscles and the pure joy of cycling.  It's a gateway to freedom, a path to fitness...

Navigating the Peloton: A Guide to Group Cycling Etiquette for Every Rider

Navigating the Peloton: A Guide to Group Cycling Etiquette for Every Rider

The thrill of a group ride is undeniable.  The camaraderie, the shared effort and the sheer efficiency of a well-oiled peloton make it a cornerstone of cycling culture.  But venturing into a group,...