You’re riding hard in the big chainring toward a steep climb. You push to keep your momentum going as long as possible, but finally you’re forced to shift to the small ring. Oops! The chain overshoots and falls onto the frame. You’re dead in the water, wildly turning the cranks with no resistance. Later, the…
Question: I’ve been unable to follow my regular training schedule because of work. In fact, I’ve done nothing but easy rides for two months. A friend talked me into racing a time trial next week. How can I get ready? — Brenda N. RBR Replies: I’m afraid there isn’t much physical progress you can make in one…
QUESTION: I’ll have a great week with solid rides and even new personal bests, but the next week, due to weather, family, work or lack of motivation, I just go through the motions. What’s the key to training more consistently? — Randy W. RBR REPLIES: Here’s our belief: The recreational roadie who juggles career, family,…
Pinch flats are caused when you ride into something that causes a sharp impact — a rock, railroad track or edge of a pothole are prime culprits. The impact compresses the tire so much that the tube is pinched between it and edges of the rim. This causes 2 small holes about half an inch…
By John Marsh It’s an innocuous little hill, one of those where you find an easy gear and just spin up. The hill comes right after a stoplight on a big group ride, so the pack is always bunched up on the hill. On a recent day, the group comprised nearly 150 riders – and…
