Here are two different methods that readers submitted for keeping cycling glasses clean! Here’s the first one: Most roadies need to clean their glasses after every ride. I stumbled on a method that works great for me. I have a cup with soap in it and a boar bristle brush for shaving. When I need…
Question: I’m looking for some guidance on weight training. I’m 61 yrs, 156 lbs. 5’7” and see conflicting advice on weight training. I cycle about 2,000 mi./yr. I would do more but I still work as I love my job as a fire officer and own my own business to boot, so generally I’m in good…
Question: I don’t have a problem with energy on my 90-minute weekday rides. But I bonk badly when going 75-100 miles on weekends. What should I eat for longer distances? — Pete T. RBR Replies: It’s amazing how many calories we burn on long rides. A century can incinerate more than 4,000. Riders tend to underestimate…
Question: When I can’t get outside to ride, what is the percentage of indoor riding that would match the time outside? Also, if I use an elliptical trainer, what is that percentage for riding outside? – Peggy J. RBR Replies: That’s a hard question to answer because riding indoors is quite a bit different from riding outside…
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…
