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Latest in Training & Health
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Never Forget All Facets of Health Are Interconnected
By Kevin Kolodziejski When a deep-thinking, laid-back dude says, “Enjoy the ride, my friend,” he’s doing more than just ending a conversation. He’s sharing his life philosophy. That holds true even if he says it while you’re standing in an airport terminal, amusement park, or velodrome parking lot. When a very cerebral and mellow fellow named Ryan…
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Durability: The Quality That Wins the Last Hour
By Ric Stern Last week’s column discussed how having the same FTP as another rider can lead to a different outcome — where, for example, you could be dropped on a hill mid-ride. But we also touched on another aspect, and this one is incredibly important too: durability. So what do I mean by durability?…
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How do I talk to my longtime riding buddy about his scary riding?
Question: I’ve ridden with the same friend for almost 30 years, and in the past year he’s become genuinely scary to ride with. He drifts toward the center line when he’s talking, and he’s rolled through two intersections lately without so much as a glance. Last month a pickup missed him by a couple of…
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Quick Tip: Put Fun on the Training Plan
When riding starts to feel like another chore, pay attention and look out. It might be time to skip the numbers for a day. Take the scenic route. Ride with a friend who doesn’t care about average speed. Stop for coffee. Cyclists are a goal-oriented bunch. That’s fine, until every ride becomes a test. We…
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Quick Tip: Riding a Century or Gran Fondo? Start Slower Than Feels Right
If you’re riding a century, gran fondo, or other big event, the first hour is the hour you’re most likely to get wrong. Ride it slower than feels right, and you’ll often finish stronger, faster and in a much better mood. First, “long” is relative. If your normal weekend ride is 30 miles, then 50…
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What Coaching an Ultra Champion Taught Me About Everyone’s Training
By Ric Stern I have to admit something: I can be a snob. Mostly about non-cycling things, such as coffee (I need freshly roasted beans, and can be bribed with good ones), or music (give me proper rockabilly and the founding fathers of jazz, blues, and country). I can be precious about that sort of…
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Latest in Bikes & Gear
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Tech Q & A: Will Changing The Fork Ruin Jo’s Ride?
Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley An interesting question arrived in last week’s mail from a cyclist named Nick who lives and rides in the New York area. It’s about bicycle forks and bike handling. Fork replacement isn’t a frequent repair but it can be required after a crash, so I’m sharing this question and…
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SunGod Velans 2 Sunglasses Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum SunGod Price: $169 – $223 (custom slightly higher)Colors: Aurora Yellow, Matte Black, Matte White, Glacier Blue, Aurora Blue, Team SD Worx-Protime Limited Edition, and Netcompany INEOS Cycling Team Limited EditionFrame Material: Recycled TR90Frame Style: Semi-rimless shieldFit: Small to medium head sizeAdjustable Nose Pads: No; however, 3 sizes of nose pads includedInterchangeable Lenses:…
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SP Connect Smartphone Mounting System Roundup
By Sheri Rosenbaum At CABDA Midwest in February, I came across the SP Connect booth. While talking to the rep, staff from my LBS joined the conversation. They mentioned the shop carries SP Connect and had nothing but positive feedback about the brand’s quality products. I was planning several bikepacking and multiday cycling trips for…
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