By John Marsh, Editor & Publisher As is nearly always the case, the results of a few of our recent Questions of the Week surprised in some instances and confirmed my beliefs in others. Either way, I am always interested to see the responses – and see how my own opinions, or actions, mesh with…
By Jim Langley In last week’s Tech Talk I answered a question about whether you need to routinely replace carbon frames, forks and components. I said that worn and, especially, damaged carbon should be replaced. Otherwise, I said you could keep riding yours – unless you were worried about it, in which case I…
By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. Carbohydrate Loading DOES NOT Work “Carbohydrate loading” the night before a big ride or race can harm your performance and your health. More than 40 years ago, I reported the case of a marathon runner who had a heart attack after carbohydrate loading in the Journal of the American Medical Association…
Today’s QT comes to us from Premium Member Larry Wilson, who offers a tips that remains timely as hot weather continues for many of us in the Northern Hemisphere. Here’s what he writes: On those long rides in especially hot weather, electrolyte replacement is important. If you find yourself short of your usual source during…
By Jim Langley This column idea comes from RBR reader Michael Leven, who wrote: “Since most people who read the newsletter probably ride carbon frames, forks, seatposts and/or wheels, I’m wondering how often they replace these carbon components? For example, how often do you replace your carbon fork, your carbon handlebars, your carbon seatpost? And…
