A few years ago, exercise physiologists recommended taking a large swig of water or sports drink every 15 minutes while riding, winter and summer. But recently, thinking has changed. Now experts warn against over-hydration and suggest drinking when thirsty. Still, it’s easy to get dehydrated in the winter when thirst mechanisms are blunted by the…
Jim Langley Replied: Shimano SPD cleats are super durable in my experience, and they tend to last at least several years even when used mountain biking and walking a lot on rocks and other damaging surfaces. So, unless you’ve walked in them a lot on hard terrain and used them hard on the bike, they…
What is Osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis means that you have pain in a joint and your doctors don’t have the foggiest idea why. Your doctor orders many blood tests for the known causes of joint pain and all are normal. You do not have an immune disease such as rheumatoid arthritis, gout or any other known cause…
Now you’re prepared to peak for your best event. Your big event could be: Completing your first 100K ride Setting a PR on your local climb Setting a PR in a specific century or other event Achieving a specific time in your club TT Hanging with the club’s “A” group for 50 miles rather than…
“The Commission was told of varying efforts to cheat the technical rules, including using motors in frames. This particular issue was taken seriously, especially by top riders, and was not dismissed as being isolated,” read the report. “Other forms of cheating were explained, relating to frames’ construction, saddle specifications, and the wearing of illegal clothing…
