By Sheri Rosenbaum Honey Stinger recently introduced two new products to their sports nutrition line. One is PLUS+ Performance Chews with caffeine and the other is a Protein Waffle. I took both products with on a recent 65-mile ride in 90-degree heat and about the same level of humidity. … [Read more...] about Quick Review: Honey Stinger PLUS+ Performance Chews and Protein Waffles
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Ask the Coach: Coming Back From Surgery, Injury or Illness
By Coach John Hughes Rob writes, “I’ve been a RBR reader for years and have appreciated your writings during that time. “I am now 66 and was a moderate distance rider for 15 years (2,000-2,500 miles/year). I transitioned about three years ago to swimming (Competitive Masters), which was my sport back in school. After 50 years of increasing knee problems from a … [Read more...] about Ask the Coach: Coming Back From Surgery, Injury or Illness
Machines for Freedom Women’s Summerweight Long Sleeve Jersey
By Sheri Rosenbaum Hot Luxuriously next to skin soft breathable fabricVenting panels for cooling and moisture-wickingLong sleeves provide UPF 50+ sun protectionSilicon gripper on back hem keeps jersey in placeFull-length zipper for easy ventingAmple storage with 3 rear pockets and one side zip, moisture resistant pocketWorry free purchase with free shipping and … [Read more...] about Machines for Freedom Women’s Summerweight Long Sleeve Jersey
Quick Tip: Sunscreen That Won’t Burn Your Eyes
By Sheri Rosenbaum In the past, whenever partaking in an outside sport I would rarely apply sunscreen above the eyeline. All too often I’d start sweating and inevitably sunscreen would get in my eyes and it would burn. A few years back I underwent MOHS surgery to remove basal cells from the hair line above my forehead. I’ve tried all sorts of products designed to be … [Read more...] about Quick Tip: Sunscreen That Won’t Burn Your Eyes
Product Review: Dynaplug’s Impressive Carbon Racer & Road Air Tubeless Tire Repair Kits
Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley Rating: Hot Repair tubeless punctures without wheel/tire removalNo need to drain sealant from tire as when installing spare tubeLarge and small hole plugs pre-loaded in Racer toolRacer comes with a frame mount for easy accessBoth kits Include extra plugs for more flat fixingBoth are small; Racer is super lightAir includes 2 16-gm CO2 … [Read more...] about Product Review: Dynaplug’s Impressive Carbon Racer & Road Air Tubeless Tire Repair Kits
Training and Recovery Nutrition Advice for Cyclists
By Nigel Mitchell, BSC, MSC, RD Head of Nutrition, EF Education First Pro Cycling Team Your diet and nutrition can have a serious effect on your training and recovery. This is so easy to get right but all too often people get this wrong, resulting in a negative impact on your cycling experience. To look at this we first of all have to understand the interplay … [Read more...] about Training and Recovery Nutrition Advice for Cyclists
Interview with 2019 California State Time Trial Champion, Holly Gabel
By Rick Schultz Below is an interview conducted with the new 2019 California State Time Trial Champion, Holly Gabel. In preparation for Nationals, Holly stopped in for a bike fit for her Cannondale Slice TT bike. Following is the interview. … [Read more...] about Interview with 2019 California State Time Trial Champion, Holly Gabel
Quick Tip: Showers Pass Crosspoint Waterproof Socks
By Sheri Rosenbaum I received a pair of Showers Pass Crosspoint Waterproof Socks several months ago and have been waiting for the perfect time to test them on the bike. Well, a week ago we went MTB in Brown County State Park. Some of the trails we took required water crossings. I don’t have waterproof bike shoes, so figured the next best thing was to wear these socks. … [Read more...] about Quick Tip: Showers Pass Crosspoint Waterproof Socks
Bontrager Starvos Road and Rally MTB WaveCel Helmet Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Starvos WaveCel Road Helmet Hot WaveCel technology helps absorb both rotational and linear impact forcesVirginia Tech 5 STAR RatedHeadmaster fit system for one handed adjustmentNow available in XLAdjustable and lockable side strapsComfortable and light weightAffordably pricedCrash Replacement Guarantee provides a free helmet replacement if … [Read more...] about Bontrager Starvos Road and Rally MTB WaveCel Helmet Review
Can a Sports Drink’s Taste Be Predicted?
Question: Is there a way to determine the taste of a sports drink by looking at its list of ingredients? -- Simon S. RBR Replies: I wish! Besides the various ingredients that add flavor, and their proportions, there's the fact that drinks can taste different depending on whether they contain fructose, maltodextrin or a combination, or something else to sweeten the mix. In … [Read more...] about Can a Sports Drink’s Taste Be Predicted?
6 Black Cyclists Share Their Perspectives
By Sheri Rosenbaum The last couple of weeks I’ve been reading numerous articles and blogs calling out the cycling industry for being elitist and predominately controlled by white males. It was never more obvious to me then when I attended my first Interbike convention back in 2016. The number of women in attendance was staggeringly low, and the number of people of color was … [Read more...] about 6 Black Cyclists Share Their Perspectives
World Premiere of You Can Build Bicycle Wheels
Jim’s Tech Talk Jim Langley Bicycle wheels are amazing things. They have fascinated me since I first started working in bike shops. With just a handful of spokes, a hint of a hub and even the most humble hoop, the vast majority will easily take anything even the strongest pro can dish out and often outlast the components on the bike. … [Read more...] about World Premiere of You Can Build Bicycle Wheels
Quick Tip: FOOTbrake Footwear
Looking for an alternative to those rubber cleat covers you use for a mid-ride coffee, lunch or beer break? FOOTbrake Footwear has a sturdy foldable flip flop that stows in your jersey pocket. When you stop for a break, unfold the flip flops, remove your cycling shoes and slide on the FOOTbrake. This lets you walk around easily without ruining your cleats or sliding … [Read more...] about Quick Tip: FOOTbrake Footwear
Quick Tip – Muc-Off Waterless Wash
By Sheri Rosenbaum When you’re traveling or on the trail without access to water, Muc-Off’s High-Performance Waterless Wash is a great option. I took some with on a recent MTB trip to use post- ride. When we got back to the cabin, we conducted a non-scientific test. I used the Muc-Off cleaner on my frame, while Mitch used water from his water bottle to clean his. The … [Read more...] about Quick Tip – Muc-Off Waterless Wash
Solving Cycling Knee Pain: An Interview With Duban Sanchez
By Rick Schultz Below is an interview conducted with former pro cyclist, Duban Sanchez. Duban stopped by one day wanting to discuss a bike fit to help mitigate knee pain. … [Read more...] about Solving Cycling Knee Pain: An Interview With Duban Sanchez