Question: All winter I did one-leg pedaling drills indoors on my trainer. I think they helped and I’d like to continue training this way outdoors. Is it recommended? — Benny P. RBR Replies: One-leg pedaling is a great way to increase power and smooth your stroke. It’s best done indoors because it’s safer and you can…
Question: How much does rain — and wearing a rain jacket — affect the aerodynamics of a ride and thereby the speed? Is there a best way to achieve speed in a wet race or fast group ride? — Dave G. RBR Replies: In a rainy ride or race, the issue isn’t speed so much as traction….
Question: How can I drop a wheelsucker? In a recent 25-mile race, I was unable to do it and lost in a sprint. It was hard to take because I’ve beaten the guy handily in time trials. — Jim P. RBR Replies: Your question opens up the big area of race tactics. We haven’t gotten into…
QUESTION: My left heel shifts inward toward the crank. It’s not a problem when pedaling easily, but when I increase the wattage, my heel hits the crankarm. I also get saddle sores on the left side only. Any ideas? — Jeremy P. RBR REPLIES: Problems like this are very difficult to deal with via e-mail….
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