Originally Posted by
StanSeven
A large share of riders can avoid cramps with hydration, the right amount of electrolytes, and stretching. Watch trainers in pro sports like football and basketball. They did the athletes sport drinks after they stretch their muscles.
But for those where none of that works, quinine seems to work the best.
Cyclists don't stretch enough.
Not sure if it will help with cramps but I never see anyone warm up and stretch before group rides nor cool down and stretch after. No one talks about it on the forums here.
Stretching by Bob Anderson is a great book.
-Tim-