Cycling during COVID times
During these times we cyclists are plagued with all kinds of questions, is it safe to ride out? Should I ride with the masks? Group or solo ride?...Etcetera. We try and answer some of these FAQs. 1. Is it safe to ride outside? Yes, the safest way to do so is to go out alone. When people congregate together and someone sneezes or coughs, droplets get onto objects that people touch, and then people touch their faces. The best plan for riding right now is to go out, ride solo, enjoy the outdoors in open areas, and try timing your rides for when you know your route will be less crowded. Always adhere to the Government regulations. Be sure you know what’s going on in your area and if there are any restrictions or mandatory self-quarantines. And, if you’re sick or at-risk of spreading the virus, you shouldn’t go out or exercise. 2. Should I wear a mask out on rides? The purpose of the mask is not to protect you, but to protect other people from you. But wearing a mask also affects how the ex