Question: I’ve used the tapering protocol you recommend in Basic Training for Roadies. It worked well. However, most of the tapering research seems to deal with the weeks before only one event. What if you have consecutive weekend events for two or three weeks? — Jimmy K. Coach Fred Matheny Replies: Good question. The answer depends on…
By Coach John Hughes I’m gimping around with a sore left hip / IT band / gluteals. I made a stupid rookie mistake. Here’s what happened. General Conditioning Mud season has started where I live in the high country in Colorado. We had our first snow of six inches. The low temperatures are in the…
Editor’s Note: And now for something completely different. I was approached a while back by the Axeon Cycling Team about covering the team in some way. Founded in 2009 by former Belgian pro Axel Merckx, Axeon is a sort of “team in training” for aspiring pro riders. The team is known for taking in young talent (all…
By Bob Howland Air, before passing the front wheel, the bike and the rider, is considered to be flowing in a smooth, layered, laminarcondition. In fact, the air is considered to be a flowing fluid. There are three factors of a moving object that affect that laminar air flow: 1) imperfections of the contact surface;…
By Gary Coyne HOT! Very bright lights Rechargeable Lithium polymer batteries via USB Completely self-contained (no extra parts needed to use, mount, or plug in) Tool-less attachment for handlebars/rear posts and frames of 22-32mm Variety of flash patterns to better stand out 100% waterproof NOT! A bit heavier than other flashing lights (39g each) Size…
Question: I’m 52 and ride 80-100 miles a week. Recently, I had a 7-hour surgery that will keep me off my bike and out of the gym for 4-6 weeks, possibly longer. I’m concerned that I will lose all of my fitness. Do you think it’s okay to start training sooner? — Sandi B. Coach…
