If you’ve spent much time road cycling, you know that cycling shoes are a necessity. But they can also be incredibly expensive on the high end, costing $350 or even more for a pro level pair. Sure, shoes at that price range are lightweight and stiff, but not everyone wants to spend that kind of…
If you’re just getting into cycling and hoping to gain some fitness, you may not want to break the bank. We’ve rounded up our favorite flat bar, hybrid fitness bikes that the average person will find easy and comfortable to ride around for exercise, or to hit the neighborhood or even commute to work with….
In this roundup of top hydration packs for cyclists, we’ve targeted primarily small and medium packs that provide plenty of water, but won’t add too much weight. We’re assuming that you’re probably doing single day rides with these. If you prefer a bigger model from these brands to hold a lot more stuff, you can…
October 17, 2019 PDF version for Premium Members is here. Older Riders: Why Max Heart Rate Is Irrelevant By Coach John Hughes In last week’s newsletter, Dr. Mirkin wrote an informative column Tips for Keeping Your Maximum Heart Rate Up As You Age. He’s correct that the formula of (220 – your age) is a…
Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley Last Sunday I pedaled to the top of Mount Diablo on the South Gate Road, which, in about 11 miles rises to 3,249 feet above the San Francisco Bay. It’s near the town of Danville, California and is a popular destination every weekend for roadies thanks to moderate grades…
