Newsletter Issue No. 1198
November 6, 2025
Quick Review: NoNormal Outdoor Coffee
Jim’s Tech Talk
By Jim Langley
It’s no secret that many cyclists love coffee. It’s probably the reason group rides often start or stop at coffee shops, why some events hand out freshly brewed java and why caffeine is in certain energy foods – as just a few examples. Personally, when racing, I drank coffee in the mornings and snacked on chocolate covered espresso beans sometimes too. Read more.
The One Question You Must Ask When Reading Anything About Health, Nutrition, and Cycling
By Kevin Kolodziejski
Feeling nauseous is no fun. The same can be said for vomiting. Unrelenting hiccuping — the type so persistent you have trouble eating and sleeping — is no day at the beach either. Read more.
ASSOS Women’s UMA GT Bib Tights – Quick Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum
There’s now a chill in the air as I start my morning fall rides in Chicago. The temperature fluctuates from chilly starts to milder mid-50s by the end of my ride. I’ve been testing the new UMA GT bib tights from ASSOS for several weeks now, and they’ve quickly become a favorite for cooler weather. ASSOS recently launched these bibs as part of its “There is no off switch” campaign. Yep, I’m just not ready to head into the basement or hang up my cleats for the season. Read more.
How to Avoid Bone Density Loss from Cycling
QUESTION: I’m a 45 year old male that has been riding 4-5 days a week for the last 7 or 8 years consistantly. My concern is that as I age I am losing bone density based on the fact that I’m participating in a non-load bearing activity. If I don’t do any other activities should I consider vitamin supplements or should I pick up a load-bearing activity like running? — Bill B. Read more.
This Second Eclectic List of Bicycle Touring Books Will Have You Itching to Hit the Road
By Stan Purdum
During the year before my first cross-country tour by bicycle, I read several accounts of similar rides others had done. From these books, I gained a lot of insight about cycle-touring that helped me know what to expect when I hit the road with panniers loaded. I have previously posted an article listing those books — and some I read after that trip. I provided a brief summary of each. Read more.
Other Cool Things to Read
Off.Road.cc: Racing and winning bike races at 70: Ned Overend’s incredible longevity
CBC.ca: Before 2 organ transplants, he could hardly walk. Now, he’s the world’s fastest cyclist for his age
Cycling News: ‘My helmet saved my life’ – Zoe Bäckstedt to miss opening races of cyclocross season after training crash
Question of the Week
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