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Challenges
An exercise physiologist or physical therapist can
make sure your equipment is the right size and
type for your needs.
much better without having to
worry about trying to unclip my
weak leg every time I stop, so I
removed the clip from my right
pedal for the whole ride. Find
out what’s safe for you.
Bring a light three-legged
stool if you’re camping. It
helped me get off the ground
in the morning and was very
helpful in campground showers
that did not have places to sit.
Don’t sleep on the ground
if you’re camping. I used a very
light backpacking cot and, even
though it was only a few inches
off the ground, those few inches
were very helpful when sitting
up in a small tent. ;
removed the clip from my right
that did not have places to sit.
off the ground, those few inches
Resources
Bike Friday: custom
folding and travel bikes,
bikefriday.com
Peter Scheff is Professor Emeritus at
the University of Illinois at Chicago
School of Public Health. He currently
spends his time composing music
and riding bikes with his friends.
COURTESY OF BIONX
See a pro. Meet with an
exercise physiologist or physical
therapist experienced with MS
and cycling. She can make
sure your equipment is the
right size and type for your
needs—and that you use it in a
way that improves your cycling
experience. For example, I do
In 2011, the author rode
Germany’s Elbe-Radweg trails
using an electric assist.
