Indoor Cycling Vs Night Riding | Which Is Best For Winter Training?

As the winter approaches and the days get much shorter, cycling training becomes much more difficult. The cold winter months leave many riders with a dilemma - do you train indoors on the turbo, or brave the elements and go for a night ride?
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[@gcn]

Do you prefer night riding, or indoor training? Let us know why in the comments 👇

[@daraclarke1328]

Night riding!!!!!

[@stevencroat]

Indoor training with the lights turned off 😂🤣

[@danielduvernay3207]

I challenge any GCN presenter(s) to go on a sub zero ride of any length. An easy location might be any of the Nordic countries. It could be a potentially good sponsor video with the proper kit and bike supplied. #GCNsubzero

[@KWBZoersel_IH]

We still do group rides in the dark with our club. These are only low intensity rides, because fast rides are to dangerous in the dark. But it is fine, in winter I do not have to prepare for fast rides. In group, we are like a night train, really cool the flow of lights. Cardrivers are also more prudent.

[@AlvinChanPiano]

Night riding, no matter how dark, cold or rainy! 🤗

[@samgooding-matthews3175]

Sounds mad but a midnight ride is one of my favourite times nice and cool no cars and the stars and the moon looking beautiful

[@Dantick09]

Yes

[@BrownianMotionPicture]

+1

[@1afterthep]

after 21 o'clock there's far less traffic already

[@mbal4052]

I thought I was the only one likes to go out late at night! 😁

[@Servicevelo]

Sam Gooding-Matthews I do the same.love it.

[@jeremywootton8343]

I can still remember going over the roof of a car on a night ride, ' Sorry, I didn't see you' despite lights etc .... never had the same issue with Zwift!!!

[@alcalcagno]

Sad. We need a comprehensive information campaign to educate and sensitize drivers about cyclists. It's in drivers interests too.

[@flannyyy1321]

its bad enough contending with cars when its broad daylight (with good lights on). Turbo for me mid week after work, outside on the weekends when the sun is out for a few hours :)

[@maxconnolly4279]

There seems to be a huge narrative among car drivers (that don’t ride) cannot see riders because of poor visibility, over the past year I’ve encountered several near misses, all of which have happened due to poor driver decision making, pulling out of junctions etc, even in broad daylight. Really looking forward to zwifting come Xmas!

[@sudduthjonathan]

Pretty sure David Hasslehoff prefers being a Knight Rider

[@888johnmac]

lol , beat me to that joke

[@francikaa1]

The great pun that can't be left out.

[@ViveSemelBeneVivere]

Punishment.

[@nickdigrispino2409]

Don’t hassle the Hoff😜

[@sventice]

Riding at night can actually be quite magical. I can see the point of an indoor trainer, if you're competing and very concerned about fitness, but riding a bicycle isn't just about training. Yesterday I rode home from work in the dark and rain, and even though the weather was kind of cold and miserable, I actually enjoyed it; a bit of controlled suffering is good for the soul.

[@beniji]

Riding on Zwift can be really sociable. I don’t have anyone that I can ride outside with at midnight IRL

[@mbal4052]

Absolutely love going out at night. Lots of warm kit, big light on the front, red light on the back and away ya go..

[@JudsonVanDine]

Manon and Hank are getting very pro at presenting. Love having them on the GCN team!

[@iknowyourider0]

Hank's positivity is absolutely infectious. I only hope that I could carry such buoyancy in my everyday life.

[@MarciaCristina-vk3qr]

We tackled assembling the bike as a family project. kzbin.infoUgkxzg0clhbtRf2gGxPkVETFKJJKGqdsorQu The package is heavy, but I have 2 teen boys that were able to move it. The written instructions were great- we didn't need to watch the videos, but it was good knowing that the option was there if we needed it. After we were able to get it set up, the boys each rode 3 miles and I rode 8 and the bike stayed quiet. The display is easy to reset, and you can put it on whichever setting you are using (time, distance, calories, etc). I will say that my butt is a little sore from the seat, but that could be because I haven't rode in a while. While it is comfortable for me, it was not comfortable with the seat position for my friend (could not move the seat back far enough and he slightly looked like a kid riding a tricycle that he had outgrown). He also said that the seat hurt his manly parts. We are going to look for a different seat that will be compatible with this bike for him.I did purchase the Wahoo Cadence sensor and strapped it to the crank of one of the pedals. This will sync with my Apple Watch, iPhone and will import data in to my Health app. Wahoo does have other sensors available other than cadence. I can also keep either my phone or my iPad on the display and they both feel pretty secure.

[@chrisburton4694]

With uks second lockdown. I’ve had to buy lights to head out in the evening. Working 9-5 job from home, going out in evening is o it way to get some fresh air. Really enjoying it. Mainly doing laps of my local village. Could head out into the countryside but sure behind the hedges are some monsters.....

[@GreatJoey91]

The fear of the monsters behind the hedges is what gets those average speed and power figures up, nothing better to get you pedalling that little bit harder than a strange noise on a quiet country lane 😅🤣

[@Matthewrollinson80]

Especially on the MTB, in the woods, a long way from anybody else! Arrrrgggg 🤣

[@fatboyrides4649]

I personally LOVE indoor cycling, I know a lot of people have their problems with Zwift but for me, it’s so motivating seeing the numbers right in front of you and riding with others

[@jd-uz1ln]

We all know he loved to say Manon got her fan on.

[@ryantwombly720]

Is this he first time they’ve cracked that joke? Surely not the last.

[@sudduthjonathan]

Dang it! I just came to post that...

[@kengself]

...riding her Canyon

[@Kimberly_Sparkles]

That’s some dad level puns.

[@manfredmuench2657]

@@Kimberly_Sparkles They are not puns, just rhymes.

[@albay2000]

I ride, due to my job, nearly every night back to home, for 9 years now. It is routine for me. The highlight of the year is, when it is snowing at night while riding, peacefull

[@F1ll1nTh3Blanks]

I'm gonna be honest. I never distinguished the difference. I would just get up, set up and ride. Anyday any time, cept maybe for ice or standing water. I think I ought to give indoor training a look maybe, perhaps it would help me to clock more hours. I do watch Zwift from time to time but I like the interactive feeling of physics, space, time and distance changing around me.

[@Agent-vj3ns]

Your last sentence reminded me of this song: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nIvSfq2Np8aGlcU

[@matthewfranklin7541]

There's also early morning riding! The benefit there is that the sun rises... no worries the front light running out of charge 👍

[@mickchaganis6607]

Night riding😎looks peaceful and there is so much less traffic, I'm going to give that a go 💪

[@stevenrobinson807]

I prefer cycling outside whatever the day or weather. Just have to be sensible about route, clothing, spares etc

[@thecheshirecat5564]

Ride at night, ride at night, ride at night. Also gravel! In the forest! Tip: use two lights on the front. You have more ways to adjust the beam and very often it’s cheaper to set up. Plus you can use one and then the other if you are short of battery...

[@sssxxxttt]

About the tip, which goes for the tail light too. Mine went black this afternoon :|

[@floriant7092]

Night riding on gravel is great, until you run into a wild boar in the middle of the road... quickest way for an OTB crash :-/

[@sssxxxttt]

@@floriant7092 That sounds really scary and the risk of the boar getting aggresive??

[@helendale7668]

@@sssxxxttt only if it's a mother with her babies ! ;-)

[@danforster4996]

Night riding is so pretty, and it has SUCH a fun aesthetic!!!!!

[@ebayfield]

Zwift race indoors for hard workout and competition; Gravel ride in the woods for relaxation. It's ALL GOOD

[@JasCar1967]

I’d love a closer look at all of Manon’s bikes...

[@timothysidebotham]

You Sound like a saddle sniffer

[@engineergaming4295]

@@timothysidebotham manon does have a lot of bike though so it’s hard to tell

[@edgarpereira4865]

I allways take 2 spare lights. One for the front and one for the rear

[@chrisbateman7600]

I ride from 5:30 to 6:30am and love having the roads to myself. COVID has gotten rid of all the knuckle heads racing into work too!

[@esa4141]

Days working indoor, have to go out for a ride, otherwise head explodes.

[@swanauto47]

I love experiencing the outside rides in the winter, the snow almost lights things up a bit and if you put on even a good ski base layer you will surely stay warm. Love this vid!

[@benanderson9551]

I used to enjoy commuting at night and putting on all the kit, it was like I was dressing for a battle, well at least in my head anyway. Personally I don’t think i could do efforts at night as I needed all my energy to focus on the road ahead, maybe with better lights I could be convinced but the convenience and a designated area to train just puts me in the zone

[@GreenAlien2023]

I've got my lights, including a beast of a front light, and I'm psyched for my night rides

[@jpot8684]

manon not even breaking a sweat haha, im drenched after 5k!

[@Diazlsx07]

When it comes to training sessions and you're getting off work late, no question- indoor. It's controlled, convenient, quick. I prefer only group rides when I'm out on the road, safer, more motivation.

[@simonpeneau7802]

lockdown episode 2 in France... we can only ride 1km far from home during 1 hour. So its indoor training for me and once a week i go outside for a "criterium" in my village, respecting the 2 rules 1km radius and 1 hour, but it can still be an intense session !

[@wyattchoia2473]

Good little sheep...

[@sigee1725]

We had a 5km limit around Melbourne, Australia for around 3 months. We have almost eliminated Covid. No new cases for over 2 weeks. Hear things are pretty bad in France. Wish you all the best ♥️

[@totallyel3ktrik119]

Just a quick question - how do they know how long you have been outside?

[@GreenAlien2023]

Fuck that I'd be going on long rides

[@22Beefman]

So you're basically not allowed to ride to work? Mental.

[@declanfaughey8471]

zwift ride on my rollers in my man cave with my tunes turned up to 11.

[@williamjohnson4556]

anytime between midnight 4 am i love it

[@benjaminbenjamin7388]

I prefer riding in the night much more enjoyable

[@cripplingcaffeineaddiction3847]

I have more fun riding at night than in day

[@Dantick09]

With a good set of lights it is so fun, bad lights and it becomes terrifying

[@brianschiff2934]

It's raining, windy, cold and it getting dark at 4pm. I think I'll watch some GNC videos and call it a day.

[@northernlights5481]

On a clear night with a full moon, and when no other traffic around, you can turn off your light and cycle by moonlight. Amazing experience.

[@najiinaj8263]

Sure till you hit a pothole fall on your face and get a flat. Welcome to reality.

[@glenborch8231]

Agreed, but not for the rear light, or on the road, but here we have bike paths that would work, only on the brightest of nights. However where obviously you, and I can see, many can't. Ride within your limits.

[@northernlights5481]

@@najiinaj8263 I don't think you understood, probably because you've never done it. Under a full moon and a clear sky, with the road to yourself and no trees making shadows, you can see the road ahead perfectly clearly. It looks really weird because it's a silvery light, but you can see everything. And the reason you can't ride at speed at such a time, is not because you can't see, but because of animals running across your path, and they tend to appear suddenly when they do.

[@najiinaj8263]

@@northernlights5481 I've been outside at night before lol I was just being a smartass.

[@Bayo106]

@@najiinaj8263 lol!

[@QueenShanine]

As exciting as it sounds, i will not be night riding. my husband would not like the idea of me cycling at night. I will be on my trainer.

[@Bayo106]

well in america it depends where but yeah it doesnt seem a good idea. in london though, it's great cycling in the dark early morning or night

[@johnb0101]

Bit of both for me. When I go out I like to do steep hills as a workout since I keep my speed down on the flats and downhills because of potholes. Can't beat a good night ride, really stimulates the senses, has a sense of adventure (I ride around the Peak district) and even a slightly naughty feel about it!

[@paulmcelroy547]

I enjoy both equally. I have only been riding at night for just over a year. One thing I will say about it is that with a good set of lights on the front and rear combined with quality reflective clothing I actually feel safer riding at night than riding during the day. I have never had a close pass, been cut off at a junction or had a car trying to park on top of me at night time. Drivers always give me the required space.

[@jefftollison3848]

The technology has gotten exponentially better over the last decade - lights, reflective fabrics, etc., great stuff.. &, though perhaps as popular with the fashionistas, for me, a rear view (helmut) mirror is an essential part of being safe on the road...

[@peterharding1551]

Night riding is great fun and really exciting especially on the lanes. Yeh you do have to get ready and clean the bike after -but well worth it I reckon.

[@chrisfawcett6426]

Used to like night riding as I couldn't see the speed data and wouldn't put myself under pressure. But now with the new turbo tech & Zwift, Rouvy etc finding the Turbo more preferable & safer.

[@Quattro_Joe]

Monday to Friday I’m out after 20:30. Zero traffic. 1600 lumen front light helps too. Love it

[@Dantick09]

I hate indoor riding or running no air currents, suffocating heat, looking at the timers make it feel 10 times longer

[@SRobinson1485]

Ive never minded riding at night its great and sometimes ive had some fantastic rides. As long as youve got some good lights and kit its good

[@markmichalowski4822]

Indoor riding is the way to go for me these day. There are no excuses, like rain, cold, wind., fog. I can ride on my schedule. Nice videos GCN

[@lwittrock1]

I get on the trainer when absolutely necessary, but mostly out on the road! Over many many years, I've noticed that my skills are far better than friends that spent far more time on trainers. They have their place and are good for some things, but in my experience, nothing beats real life.

[@stuartwhelan233]

Definitely night riding l live in Carlisle Cumbria especially country roads no traffic peace and quiet looking at the stars and looking out for all the wildlife l have a brilliant head torch too as well as my bike lights. Can't beat it...

[@stevepittman2735]

Manon really does make that castelli kit look great!!!!

[@simonsaville9962]

Night ride every time! I have a helmet mounted light as well, helps when looking into corners, etc.

[@dr.h4nn1b4l8]

Had my first night ride yesterday, absolutely love it!! Quiet roads for pushing ahead and no one to distract you, perfect! Thank you for the video guys!!

[@chl594]

Night riding is fantastic ........ always feels like I've found another 5 mph :) Tend to concentrate 100% on the ride too

[@garyhocking6947]

I mix it up. Indoors for interval work, outdoors for longer endurance rides.

[@robertwillemsen368]

I definite will choose for the trainer in my attick. I have it since a month and love it. I am afraid in the dark to miss some puthole or bump. And hate to drive in the rain. The trainer motivates me and I’m never alone in wattopia!

[@beckyball1646]

Depends on the weather. Once it starts getting icy, I ain't going out! Except commuting, obvs... But that'll be on treated roads. Don't mind a night ride if the weather's OK. Now I've tried the apps like Zwift and Sufferfest, indoor training is bearable. I think I'd choose running over cycling outside at night - I can choose trails away from traffic!

[@perrymcguire3806]

For me, night riding has a charm of its own - however, I appreciate some people will either love it or hate it - me, I love it!!

[@piotrd.5480]

I'm an amateur. Indoor riding (I cannot name it training) is when it is either raining or snowing. When roads are more or less dry, I definitely prefer to go out with my bike.

[@northernlights5481]

Having done plenty of out of town night riding, I found you have to be really careful of rabbits & foxes etc on the road, even deer. Especially if you are zooming downhill. You might not encounter many, but when you do, you won't see them coming because they emerge suddenly from the side and cross your path. Headlight glare from oncoming traffic can also be a problem, when the fool doesn't dip their lights.

[@user-mt3zu3ct9x]

EVEN IN COLDEST NIGHT, WITH MORE CLOTHS I WILL RIDE OUTSIDE!

[@RaisedonTwoWheels]

Not strong enough mentally?

[@nathanwoodruff9422]

_"EVEN IN COLDEST NIGHT, WITH MORE CLOTHS I WILL RIDE OUTSIDE!"_ Would you ride when it is below freezing? Would you ride when it is a few degrees above freezing and raining outside?

[@darklight6921]

cold i can deal with. ice and rain is a no no for me. i dont trust cars around me.

[@darklight6921]

@@nathanwoodruff9422 below freezing is not that bad.

[@nathanwoodruff9422]

@@darklight6921 _"ice and rain is a no no for me. i dont trust cars around me."_ 8F degrees above freezing, hard rain, strong winds and well after dark... connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/4359483617 Look at the weather top right corner of the map.

[@guyrhodes]

I used to love riding at night until I hit a deer a couple of months ago. The deer and I were fine (I managed to stay upright), but now I'm very reluctant to ride fast after dark on my local trails.

[@floriant7092]

You are lucky it was just a deer. A colleague of mine hit a wild boar. He said it was like running into a concrete block.

[@MrBJPitt]

Late night rides are awesome in the dry. Nothing like a 2am ride with no one else around is magic. I often do late night rides in summer due to heat.

[@stanroberts229]

Night is great. My old bike ran the lights on a generator, no battery. I also have a Parkway that is three lanes wide for two lanes of traffic. You also see cars from a long way off.

[@joshburg09]

I’ve come to appreciate both. I have two little kids who get me up very early, so I usually get out the door before twilight and get to watch the sun rise on my rides. Alternatively, when it’s too cold for me or a little wet, I like getting on the trainer and doing a structured workout - it helps me focus on longer/harder efforts that are tough to do on the road (either because of traffic, terrain, or not wanting to go full out in the dark). Thanks for the video.

[@aviationmotivation4957]

I ride at night, I love the adventure.

[@ttmallard]

I just got my studded snow tires, way cool totally no stress riding my mt pass town never plows water ice & frozen slush, icy shoulders & speed plows, no brainer. The training advantage? It added 1.5kg/3lb of rim weight. My stroke became instantly smoother having to keep pressure on more, speed goes down on too much downstroke. So, power training that maps to cross, mtb & road nicely, rack up the miles vs weights on the bike, I used snowshoeing a lot for power, builds the upstroke like this. Cheers🍺 [700x35f, 700x30r]

[@SRobinson1485]

I've ridden for years at night throughout the year. Get some good lights and kit to wear. It can be great fun

[@smoore5540]

Outdoor for me, dark roads, with no street lighting, only bike lights hightens all your senses, I feel, it feels totally different 👍🚴‍♀️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@colinmartin2689]

Interesting article, I have recently purchased a road bike and was on the transition to clipless pedals (I've purchased the pedals and cleats) , then just came across an article which included this [If you're going to ride your bicycle in the dark then four pedal reflectors are required; coloured amber, marked BS6102/2 (or equivalent), and positioned so that one is plainly visible to the front and another to the rear of each pedal. As mentioned earlier, most many modern pedals, such as clipless systems won't allow you to fix pedal reflectors to them so, technically, they should not be used in the dark. If in doubt, then reflective ankle bands are a suitable (though please note not a legal!) substitute.] I intended to do some night riding through the winter.

[@neildaniel8232]

I do both. Wet, cold and windy? Turbo session. Clear night with no wind or rain? Grab the lights and get out there.

[@julian_b]

I’ve not got an indoor trainer setup, so I can’t make a comparison. But I know personally there are lots of benefits to training outside both physically and mentally. I’ve been working from home since March, so getting out on the bike is a great way of clearing the mind and getting some fresh air, otherwise I’d go mad being locked indoors all the time.

[@IAMsterdam1071]

I’ll always take the outside option unless snow and ice makes riding impossible. Cold, darkness and rain are all fair game. Main benefit it’s usually quieter outside.

[@SeanBlader]

It's all about the thermals for me. If it's under 55f I'm not going outside for a ride, but above that and less than night rides being fun, the early morning in the dark rides are better. There's very little traffic, and you mostly have the road to yourself before 5am. So instead of going for that night ride, go to bed that much earlier and get up for the pre-dawn rides, they're amazing.

[@lakelobster]

With little kids, night time when they're asleep is often the only time I can go on long duration rides, winter or summer.

[@tristandesade8635]

Tried both - definitely in favor of night riding.😊

[@ronbyers9912]

I took the bike off the turbo trainer today and road through my lunch hour. The weather was nice and the ride was fun. When I can't take time off during the work day or the weather is too bad, I ride the turbo trainer, but the turbo trainer is hot and sweaty. Its great advantage is no wind. Its weakness is I never know when a hill is going to start or end so I am often surprised to find I am in the wrong gear on a new Zwift route. I don't think I get the same fitness benefits from riding the turbo, but it sure beats doing nothing.

[@SAMGB4H]

Definitely the trainer, the second you finish, a nice cold beer is waiting for you 😂

[@deanm4290]

Hey GCN, Is riding indoors with the lights off considered suitable training for those that are nervous about riding at night??

[@nathanwoodruff9422]

_"Hey GCN, Is riding indoors with the lights off considered suitable training for those that are nervous about riding at night??"_ I'm not GCN... but Yes. well that is until you are no longer nervous and actually get out on the road.

[@matthewbridges3147]

Can we all just take a minute to admire Manon's bike cave

[@TheBirchCreek]

That time of year is coming again! Night riding for me - however, preferably not on the roads, but rather some gravel or offroad - where the danger lies in hitting a pothole or something (good lights, slower pace etc. can prevent this), not so much in getting hit by a car (which, sometimes, even the best of lights might not prevent). That said - riding offroad, but with regard to all the animals living in the country: so rather "evening riding" (when it is already dark in winter), but not too late into the night. In winter, not disturbing wildlife is more important than ever.

[@colinmcdonald2499]

I am with Hank. Already need 2 pairs of gloves and a skiing buff under my helmet at night here... Milder temps in his part of the UK: night ride all the way. Qualifier; I am hoping to be on skis by Dec 4... So after that, a moot point til mid spring :).

[@danielhall7878]

I don’t have zwift so have no choice but go out in the dark. I use country lanes and even though the roads aren’t in the best condition I live getting out there with my lights on, bright clothing and enjoying to peace

[@h31sman]

Both are great. I just took my bike off the trainer for the first time in a couple months & I was surprised how much better it felt riding my bike on the road. The feel & the position in the saddle felt different as well.

[@ccarz1]

Love your channel just bought a carbon orbea and I enjoy it so much thank for for inspiring me to cycle.

[@KeithHeinrich]

Riding at night works where I live as a means of avoiding the summer heat. But one should always ride to the conditions since hazards on the road can be harder to spot. Its not uncommon to set out in the dark in the morning in winter either to get a decent workout in or to travel a bit farther afield. A couple of points, always backup your lights in case one set fails (2 sets front and back). You might need less light than you think, counter intuitively really bright lights can reduce what you can see and less light can help you see more, especially if there are reflective road marker and signs. Oncoming traffic will dazzle you, so take care when traveling at speed with oncoming traffic. You probably won't be as close to the road edge as you might be in the daytime, so wear all the hi vis things, vest, hi vis on the ankles, helmet, anywhere else that's going to be seen. I have been described as being visible from space in the dark which is exactly how I like it. Stay safe out there.

[@craig8694]

Spent 90% or more of my time on the roads in the dark all summer, heading out at between 2:30-3:00am 3-5 times a week. On the rural roads of northwest Indiana I found it feeling safer, much safer. Next to no traffic mile after mile. Would average encountering 3 or less vehicles in an average 40 mile ride. In the dark there is less chance of a car "sneaking up" on you. And also in this area there were way less winds. The solitude became something that really started looking forward just after a few sessions. Dark rides rule!

[@rah4981]

Full suspension 29'er with studded tires in the winter for me. We have lot of great trails to ride where I live. Trails in forest, trails on the mountain, trails beside the river and on the river ice. It's superb; I will never do indoors cycling.

[@TheGeoEngineer]

I love my night rides!!! In general there is much less traffic-- I can better see cars approaching from behind, people give me more space and pass me slower, they can see cars approaching them better while passing me... I do have a lot of light and backup light, and add the "safety skin" reflective, and clear cycling glasses... I may only get back on trainer for rainy evenings. You know, the one or two more I'll get here in California this winter. 🤣

[@nikolayboev9948]

(As for me) I like outdoor cycling. But in cold weather I prefer to run. And when it snows I prefer to ride skies or skates. And sometimes I train indoors. And I love Manon, she definitely is cool.

[@horstleitgeb9685]

yesterday i had my last night ride, 85 k, and i loved each of them...

[@jameslee-pevenhull5087]

SP Dynohub, spokes, rim, lampset is less outlay than a turbo trainer. Chippies stay open till after the pubs close. Tip. Removable Prestas and Stans sealant.

[@jorstvondoom684]

I like a light on the bars and a helmet-mounted light for night riding. It allows you to look ahead into the corners, and if you think a driver hasn't seen you, you can direct it right at them.

[@theparalexview785]

Night rides, but not for intervals or hard sessions. Too many critters here -- deer, turkeys, skunks, coyotes, possums, tank possums (armadillos), etc. Gotta stay alert and allow plenty of margin for error. I mostly do night rides for longer, lower effort sessions, especially in summer when the daytime temperature can be over 100F.

[@michaelmadigan6385]

Night riding for sure. Less traffic and it's good just to be by myself riding against the elements.

[@SectorFight]

I get on the trainer at the beginning of October and do not go down to March...But the effects are worth the sacrifice :)

[@chrissmith2729]

Here in the PNW the roads can be narrow, windy, hilly. Hard to be seen in the day sometimes. So during the winter gravel cycling it is. Some connector roads will be needed but it is fun riding through the forest high beams on feeling like you are on a speeder bike. Much more exciting than indoor. But some days it just rains way too hard.

[@gadget5129]

I love night riding. But this year, after I recover from my accident (got hit by a car while on my bike), I’m going to put more lights on than just front and rear of my bike. Looking at a head and tail light for my helmet.

[@christophweber6894]

I only ride outdoors. I like the night, the quietness. But I think good preparation and clothing is key. I usually take 2 cellphones, innertube, pump, spare light, first aid kit, extra Shirt, power Bars as well as my, like cars lights, switchabel low beam - high beam 16 Watts LED Front light to See everything and be save at high speeds out the City or in the forest.

[@Dennis4523]

I think the better answer is to do whichever one is more comfortable and more convient. I'm sure some of us don't have semi-empty car roads or some of us are just scared of the dark.

[@Rover200Power]

I can't use a turbo to cycle to work and back, so I guess I'll be doing night rides 😉

[@ghazibhaigamer9063]

I only ride at nights both solo and in groups daytime riding is nauseating as long as ur lights are ok and ur ur route is well planned ur all set to be a night rider

[@ClashWithLeon]

Props to Manon for being able to take part in the videos, whilst still self isolating at home!

[@jamesvaughan6422]

I wish I could ride around Castle Combe every day! I just started watching GCN last weekend. Cheers from James in Texas.