By Lars Hundley Hot Not As roadies, we’ve all been there – stranded on the roadside, frantically pumping a tiny hand pump that seems to move less air with each stroke, our arms burning as we struggle to reach even 60 PSI. The CYCPLUS AS2 Pro aims to eliminate this particular cycling misery, and after…
By Lars Hundley If you’ve spent any serious time on a road bike, chances are you’ve experienced it at some point – that nagging ache at the base of your skull that creeps up during long rides. Neck pain is a common complaint among roadies, yet it remains one of the most overlooked aspects of…
This Quick Tip comes from RBR reader Mark Pryor. Being a long-time newsletter reader and serious roadie I wanted to send along my experience with a serious health issue that may help fellow aging roadies. About five years in to my retirement, I was riding 100-150 with a local group three times a week. In…
by Lars Hundley Heybike ALPHA Mid-Drive Ebike, $1,599https://www.heybike.com/products/alpha?variant=46477313048795 Hot! Best deal I have seen on an ebike with a mid-drive motor. A mid-drive motor for the same price as most bikes with rear hub motors is a serious value. Mid-drive 500W MIVICE motor with torque sensor creates an incredibly smooth, natural riding experience. Powerful 105…
QUESTION: I just celebrated my 65th birthday and have been an avid cyclist for over 30 years. I’ve always followed the hard/easy approach with a couple of intense group rides each week, some tempo riding, and recovery days. This formula worked great in my 40s and 50s, but lately I’m finding that I need more…
