Summer Riding Tips: Poison Ivy, Brutal Heat, and Ticks, Oh My! [Podcast #57]

In this episode of the Singletracks podcast we offer up our tips for riding in the summer, including tips for hydration, treating poison ivy, and removing ticks.
By Jeff Barber
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In this episode of the Singletracks podcast we offer up our tips for riding in the summer, including tips for hydration, treating poison ivy, and removing ticks. It’s a jungle out there–play it safe!

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