By Coach Rick Schultz In last week's RBR Newsletter, I wrote an article on learning how to pedal more efficiently this winter. After going through the comments, I felt that there needed to be some clarification. The two main categories of comments were (a) “Is the math right?” (referring to the text description of the graphics included) and (b) “I was told [by someone] to … [Read more...] about Learn How to Pedal Like a Pro this Winter: A Clarification
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Learn How to Pedal Like a Pro this Winter
By Coach Rick Schultz Ever wonder why the pros are so fast? One of the many reasons – genetics aside – is that they pedal differently than you and me. But we can all learn the same techniques, and the winter, or off-season, is the perfect time to improve your stroke so that you're ready to put your improved form to work in the new season. You can practice the drills … [Read more...] about Learn How to Pedal Like a Pro this Winter
How to Get Faster on Hills on Your Bike
Question: I ride with a couple of buddies who seem to easily drop everyone on the hills. It's not like they're wispy little guys doing it with a crazy power-to-weight ratio. What's the secret to getting up the hills faster like them? Coach Rick Schultz Replies: My reply may sound a little trite, but it works: Spin to win. Before I go any further, let me share what my … [Read more...] about How to Get Faster on Hills on Your Bike
Motor-Assist Bicycles: Benefits of Passive Exercise
By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. Many bicycle shops are now selling motor-driven electric bicycles (e-bikes), which can be an ideal solution for a person who is out of shape or just not strong enough to ride a regular bike. Motor-driven bicycles make it possible for just about anyone to gain the benefits of an exercise program, even those with severe disabilities. The more you are able to … [Read more...] about Motor-Assist Bicycles: Benefits of Passive Exercise
Chain Fell Off in Front? How to Get a Dropped Bicycle Chain Back on the Crank
Premium Member David DuMond sent us today’s QT, a remedy for a situation that, as he points out, often indicates an adjustment is needed to your front derailleur. Here’s what he wrote: Clink. Clank. Oops. Dropped your chain off to the right while trying to get on the big ring just as you are beginning a downhill? Possibly a poorly adjusted front derailleur, or you made to … [Read more...] about Chain Fell Off in Front? How to Get a Dropped Bicycle Chain Back on the Crank