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By Coach John Hughes Elizabeth Wicks, 72, is a long-time friend and client of mine. We’ve written about her preparation and accomplishments in earlier Newsletters because she’s a terrific example of putting into practice – and benefitting from – so many of the training concepts that all recreational roadies have at their disposal…
Anti-Aging: E-bikes, Fun and Fitness
By Coach John Hughes I stopped by the Icebox our cycling and skiing store here in Fraser, CO to talk with Brian about lower gears on my Merlin. (Fraser is one of the coldest places in the US hence the name Icebox.) The bike is my favorite: in my 40s, I rode it to win…
Bilateral Total Knee Replacement: One Cyclist’s Story
By John Hogan At first take, getting two total knee replacements at once sounds insane. But I decided it would be best for me. I found no relevant first-hand experience from any brave souls who actually went through bilateral total knee replacement (B-TKR), especially as it pertains to serious road cyclists. The goal of this…
RBR Favorites: The Seat Bags We Use (2)
Editor’s Note: Some time ago, a Premium Member wrote in to ask if we could update an article we ran in which a couple of us on the RBR Crew provided a quick rundown of our favorite tires, and why we liked them. It was an excellent idea. So good, in fact, that I immediately…
A Two-Pack of Tire-Mounting Tips
By Coach Rick Schultz I have two QTs for you today related to mounting new tires. Before mounting a brand new tire onto a rim, lay the tire out in the sun for an hour (on at least a moderately warm day). Once it’s warmed up, it stretches just enough to allow easy install. Scrub…
How Should I Train Outdoors on a Business Trip?
Question: I’m leaving on a three-week business trip to Ohio. I’ll be able to ride, but the roads are flat. I’m quite fit because I’ve been training for the Mt. Evans Hillclimb here in Colorado, but now I’ll have to miss it. My question: How should I train during the trip? Intervals? Long rides? My…
